Our staff
Meet Our Providers
We are a second-generation clinic specializing in oral care, health, and happiness. We use our professional and social atmosphere to bring you the best possible service with the best possible comfort. ~ Dr. Benjamin Harrell MBA, DDS
Dr. Benjamin Harrell MBA, DDS
Dentist
Dr. Harrell was born and raised in Cheyenne. He graduated from Cheyenne’s Central High School and then earned his bachelor’s degree and MBA from the University of Wyoming. He later moved to Denver and earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from University of Colorado in 2007.
Dr. Benjy is a member of the American Dental Association and Southeast Wyoming Dental Association.
He and his wife enjoy most outdoor activities. The Harrell weekends are filled all year round with activities, such as ice fishing, snow shoeing, camping, hiking, fly fishing and having good ol' campfire cookouts. Dr. Benjy is also a fan of most sports and enjoys a wide variety of music. Be prepared—he is not afraid to sing his heart out down the halls!
Dr. Benjy is a member of the American Dental Association and Southeast Wyoming Dental Association.
He and his wife enjoy most outdoor activities. The Harrell weekends are filled all year round with activities, such as ice fishing, snow shoeing, camping, hiking, fly fishing and having good ol' campfire cookouts. Dr. Benjy is also a fan of most sports and enjoys a wide variety of music. Be prepared—he is not afraid to sing his heart out down the halls!
Dr. Maxwell Silver DDS
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. Rob Meyer MBA, DDS
Dentist
Dr. Meyer is excited for the opportunity to care for patients in Cheyenne and return to his home state of Wyoming. He attended the University of Wyoming for his undergraduate degree, and later completed his dental education at UNMC College of Dentistry in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Dr. Rob has spent the last few years practicing dentistry in a rural town in northeastern Nebraska and is looking forward to returning to Wyoming and building great relationships with the patients at Westgate Dental. He is committed to providing outstanding clinical care and and a friendly educational experience to his patients.
In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and dogs, fishing, hunting, and exploring our beautiful state.
Dr. Rob has spent the last few years practicing dentistry in a rural town in northeastern Nebraska and is looking forward to returning to Wyoming and building great relationships with the patients at Westgate Dental. He is committed to providing outstanding clinical care and and a friendly educational experience to his patients.
In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and dogs, fishing, hunting, and exploring our beautiful state.
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!
Chelsea Deegan
Hygienist
Chelsea was born and raised in southern Wisconsin. She served in the U.S. Air Force for six years before attending Sheridan College to purse her dental hygiene career. She graduated in 2021 with a bachelor's in dental hygiene from the University of Wyoming. Currently, she is serving in the Cheyenne Air National Guard as medical technician. Chelsea is passionate about her dental hygiene career and enjoys helping patients with their oral health routines by getting
to know them. In her free time, she loves to be active with her dog by staying outdoors, hiking, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. Being from Wisconsin, Chelsea is a Packer fan! She is excited to be a part of the Westgate Dental Team and call Cheyenne her new home!
Sara Sharpe, RDH
Hygienist
Sara was born and raised in Newfoundland, Canada, but has lived in Wyoming for the last 4 years with her husband, two Australian Shepherds Harlow and Brynlee, and new Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy, Grace Kelly. She graduated from Memorial University of Newfoundland with her Bsc and graduated from Cheyenne’s LCCC Dental Hygiene Program. Raised playing sports, she now enjoys watching hockey and attending Avalanche games, especially if the Montreal Canadians are playing. Go Habs Go! Sara also enjoys spending time with my family and friends, playing board games, traveling, and playing Frisbee with her dogs.