In 2016, Dr. Kennedy attained his Mastership in the Academy of General Dentistry, an achievement that only 2% of all dentists gain during their careers. To attain this status, Dr. Kennedy completed over 1,100 hours of continuing education and a rigorous written exam.

Dr. Kennedy and his team are dedicated to providing excellent care for you and your family, striving daily to deliver exceptional results for his patients. Come visit us and discover the Kennedy Dental difference!

Joining our back office team in 2021 is Diane, an Oregon Board of Dentistry EFDA and Portland native. Diane brings to our practice over 30 years of experience 5 years of which were spent teaching Dental Assisting at a local career college. Her compassion and genuine interest in others are evident in her daily interactions with our Patients. When not working Diane enjoys gardening and playing golf.

Registered Dental Hygienist

Audrey Lutes started her dental career in 1999 working in the front office and then going back for her Dental Hygiene degree in 2011. Born and raised in Oregon, she enjoys spending time with her husband and twin daughters. As a dental hygienist, her calling is to serve people and develop lasting relationships by promoting health and wellness through dental care.

Registered Dental Hygienist

Rachel comes to our office with over 10 years of dental experience, beginning with Dental Assisting and most recently as a Dental Hygienist. She is adept at treating patients of all ages and backgrounds, attributable to her experience in specialty practices involving pediatric care, oral surgery, and periodontics. She also loves participating in volunteer dentistry opportunities. Rachel has a passion for oral health and education and she’s always trying to increase her dental health knowledge through Continuing Education. Her treatment philosophy is to provide thorough patient care, with an emphasis on being gentle and having compassion through each individual’s dental journey. Rachel is a native Oregonian, enjoys being outdoors and finding adventures with her family.

Treatment Coordinator

Carol grew up in Arizona where she attended dental assisting school and worked as a hygiene assistant for a couple of years before taking a break to raise her family. She has been working as a treatment coordinator since 2013 and loves building relationships with patients and helping them achieve their dental goals and gain confidence in their smiles. Becoming a part of the Kennedy Dental team and working in an office that truly values patients and our community has been such a blessing. When she is not in the office, she enjoys hiking, traveling to tropical destinations, and spending time with her family.

Dental Assistant

Jessica Mitchell has been Dr. Kennedy’s left hand and main assistant for more than 10 years now. Being a part of the Kennedy Dental team this long has allowed her to really get to know her patients and their individual needs, while developing these relationships. She enjoys the St. Johns community so much that became a part of it in 2008 when she moved to the neighborhood.

Graduating from the Northwest Dental Institute in 2000 with top honors, Jessica has trained and worked in many specialty offices, such as Oral Surgery, Endodontics, and Periodontics. This has given her advanced skills and knowledge of the broad scope of patients dental needs. These skills are fully utilized with Dr. Kennedy and his quality dentistry. Jessica’s confidence and her unique skills allow her to provide outstanding quality and compassionate dental care.

Jessica’s passion when she’s not working is exploring Oregon: hiking in the gorge, wine tasting at the coast, trying new restaurants in Portland, and kayaking in central Oregon.

Kassie has been a restorative hygienist since 2015, but is new to the Kennedy Dental Team! A graduate of the accredited MHCC Dental Hygiene Program, Kassie has grown up and lived in the Pacific Northwest all her life. She enjoys continuing education in all areas of teeth, so she is constantly furthering her restorative and hygiene skills.

Kassie’s household consists of her sons Isaac and Mason, husband Danny, and two Australian Shepherd pups Blue and Apollo. The family enjoys running around to various sports events, school activities, and outdoor beach and camping trips. Kassie’s enthusiasm for dentistry has just begun and she has a true passion for helping others keep their teeth and maintain oral health.

Justine brings 9 years of dental experience to Kennedy Dental. Justine graduated from Concorde Career College in 2012 and has worked with many specialty dentists including Periodontists & Pediatric dentistry. She has found her passion for General Dentistry and that is why she is the perfect fit for Kennedy Dental. Her gentle touch and friendly chair-side manner help patients feel more relaxed and comfortable during their visit.

Justine is a Portland native, growing up in NE Portland. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She loves to try new places to eat around Portland, go camping, and just enjoy what the Pacific NW has to offer!

Office Administrator

Leah holds an Honors degree from the University of Oregon in Biology, in addition to a Master of Business Administration from the University of Portland. Prior to beginning a career in office administration, Leah was trained as a dental assistant, building a strong foundation of dental knowledge. She prides herself on being a life-long learner and finds it rewarding to continue educating herself in all aspects of dentistry to best serve our patients at Kennedy Dental. Leah enjoys spending time with her husband, son, and extended family; going on walks; and reading for leisure.