Abby Pettengill is a Dental Hygienist at Highland Dental who began her journey with the practice as a Dental Assistant before completing her hygiene education. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene from Vermont Tech/Vermont State University and holds a local anesthesia endorsement.
Abby enjoys working with a wide range of patients, including pediatric patients, and finds particular fulfillment in seeing the results of completed treatment and the confidence patients gain when their care is finished. Her recent training provides a strong clinical foundation and a thoughtful approach to evidence-based care, which she brings into daily practice with enthusiasm and attention to detail.
What Abby values most about dentistry is the supportive, family-like atmosphere at Highland Dental and the opportunity to work closely with a team that truly enjoys caring for patients together. Her creativity and patience—also reflected in her interests outside of dentistry—translate naturally into her clinical work.
Outside of the office, Abby enjoys reading, spending time with family and friends, being outdoors with her dog, crafting, and sewing. She has recently started learning how to golf. A fun fact about Abby: she knows how to play the clarinet. Her favorite dental tools include ultrasonic scalers and sealants, and she also enjoys Crest mouthwash.
