Our staff
Meet Our Providers
Providing Dental Care for the Whole Family
Dr. Maxwell Silver, D.D.S.
Dentist
Dr. Silver was born in Alabama, but he has lived in Cheyenne since the age of two. He graduated from Cheyenne’s Central High School and then earned his bachelor’s degree from Colorado State University. In 2013, Dr. Silver earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery at Creighton University in Omaha.
He is a member and treasure elect of the Southeast Wyoming Dental Association.
Dr. Silver has been volunteering for Cheyenne Frontier Days since he was 10 years old, and he is currently part of the CFD Contestants Committee.
In his free time, Dr. Silver enjoys spending time with his wife, daughter and three dogs. Dr. Silver's favorite sport is hockey; however, he also enjoys skiing, scuba diving, sailing, shooting, and just about any other activity out there—even playing cricket. Did we mention he is also an avid Jimmy Buffett fan (parrot head).
He is a member and treasure elect of the Southeast Wyoming Dental Association.
Dr. Silver has been volunteering for Cheyenne Frontier Days since he was 10 years old, and he is currently part of the CFD Contestants Committee.
In his free time, Dr. Silver enjoys spending time with his wife, daughter and three dogs. Dr. Silver's favorite sport is hockey; however, he also enjoys skiing, scuba diving, sailing, shooting, and just about any other activity out there—even playing cricket. Did we mention he is also an avid Jimmy Buffett fan (parrot head).
Dr. Elise Hawk, D.D.S.
Dentist
Born and raised in Wheatland, Dr. Elise Hawk, earned a Bachelor’s degree in Zoology and Physiology at the University of Wyoming. She earned her D.D.S. at Creighton dental school in Omaha, NE. During dental school, Dr. Hawk was Class Secretary, an Endodontics Lab Assistant, and a One World Health Clinic volunteer. In addition, she had the opportunity to spend a summer school session in the Dominican Republic at a clinic in a rural village, performing a variety of dental procedures for thankful Dominican residents. She was classmates with Dr. Silver.
After dental school, she practiced dentistry in Wyoming. She enjoys being a general dentist and looks forward to meeting patients and being part of the Cheyenne community. She is also an adjunct instructor at LCCC’s dental hygiene program.
Dr. Hawk is from a family of four children and loves being close to her family and part of her big extended family gatherings. Spending time with her two children is one of her favorite pastimes.
Hygienists
Christy Anderson, RDH
Hygienist
Christy has been at Westgate Dental for almost 11 years and has been in practice 17 years. She has been married 21 years and has two fantastic kids.
Christy is the first to admit she has a serious problem—she is a sports fanatic! If you have any doubt in your mind, just take a look at her operatory! It is always covered from top to bottom in Broncos or Rockies paraphernalia, depending on which season it is. Christy is our Westgate family's biggest Denver Broncos fan. Her hobbies include fishing, camping, shooting, golfing. But she is also always watching the Broncos, Rockies, Avalanche, and of course, supporting the athletics her children participate in!
Christy is the first to admit she has a serious problem—she is a sports fanatic! If you have any doubt in your mind, just take a look at her operatory! It is always covered from top to bottom in Broncos or Rockies paraphernalia, depending on which season it is. Christy is our Westgate family's biggest Denver Broncos fan. Her hobbies include fishing, camping, shooting, golfing. But she is also always watching the Broncos, Rockies, Avalanche, and of course, supporting the athletics her children participate in!
Kim Southworth , RDH
Hygienist
Kim is a proud Cheyenne native and dedicated dental hygienist with over 16 years of experience in the dental field. A graduate of LCCC Dental Hygiene Program, Kim has built a diverse professional background in general dentistry, periodontics and education. As a clinical instructor with LCCC Dental Hygiene Program, Kim especially enjoyed mentoring future hygienists. As a clinician, Kim is passionate at helping people maintain optimum oral health.
Outside of her professional life, Kim is married with two phenomenal children. Her family also includes two dogs and two cats. In her free time, Kim enjoys reading, caring for her plants, staying active through regular exercise and spending time with her family and pets.
Outside of her professional life, Kim is married with two phenomenal children. Her family also includes two dogs and two cats. In her free time, Kim enjoys reading, caring for her plants, staying active through regular exercise and spending time with her family and pets.
Stacie Hassinger, RDH, MHA
Hygienist
Stacie has passionately provided dental hygiene care and educated the public on oral health matters for over 30 years. She is a proud Wyoming native that has not only garnered experience in periodontics, pedodontics, and general practice hygiene, but she has also earned her Master of Science in Health Services Administration, with an emphasis on leadership. In addition to her years in private practice, Stacie also taught Dental Hygiene for 13 years and served as the Clinic Coordinator at the LCCC Dental Hygiene Program.
In her spare time, Stacie loves to give back to her community by volunteering her time for various non-profits. When not volunteering, she can be found enjoying time with her husband, Wayne, and their son, Hayden. This usually includes adventures on the golf course, trips to faraway places, and relaxing in the Tetons (oh yeah, and some rodeos too).
In her spare time, Stacie loves to give back to her community by volunteering her time for various non-profits. When not volunteering, she can be found enjoying time with her husband, Wayne, and their son, Hayden. This usually includes adventures on the golf course, trips to faraway places, and relaxing in the Tetons (oh yeah, and some rodeos too).