Springbrook Dentists
Our dentists have a wide breadth of experience and education. We are passionate about continuing education and offering the best modern dental technology. We adhere to the highest standard of care, and strive to make all patient experiences positive and comfortable.
Megan Erke, DDS
Dr. Megan Erke was born and raised in Seattle, WA. She attended the University of Washington for her undergraduate degree where she earned a BS in Molecular Biology and minored in Chemistry. After college, Dr. Erke moved to Los Angeles for dental school, graduating in 2009 from the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry at the University of Southern California as a Doctor of Dental Surgery. After Dental School, Dr. Erke migrated east to New York City for a one-year General Practice Residency at Interfaith Medical Center. She practiced in New York until 2013, when she was happy to return to Seattle to be closer to family.
Dr. Erke avidly pursues opportunities for continuing education. She is a member of the ADA, the American, Washington State, and King County Dental Associations. Megan is a member of three study clubs, has taken classes at the Speare Institute, and is Bioclear certified. She is also affiliate faculty at the UW School of Dentistry.
In her free time, Dr. Erke enjoys traveling, cooking, baking and spending time with her children, Ethan and Evan. She loves being outdoors, downhill skiing in the winter, and maintaining her garden in the spring and summer months.
Trena Carpenter, DDS
Dr. Trena Carpenter grew up in Boise, ID and attended college at the University of Idaho. She graduated from the University of Washington School of Dentistry in 2003 and moved to Spokane where she worked at a pediatric office. Although Dr. Carpenter decided not to specialize in pediatric dentistry, she learned a lot about treating children, which she enjoyed immensely. Dr. Carpenter then moved to Tucson, Arizona for five years while her husband completed his medical residency. In Tucson, Dr. Carpenter practiced in a cosmetic dental office where she had the opportunity to be mentored and hone her knowledge. In 2010 Dr. Carpenter and her family were thrilled to move back home to the Pacific Northwest. In 2012, Dr. Carpenter was fortunate to join Springbrook Dental.
Dr. Carpenter has a strong commitment to continuing dental education. She is a member of the American Dental Association, the Washington State Dental Association, and the King County Dental Association. Trena is also a member of three study clubs, has taken classes at the Spear Institute, and is Invisalign certified.
Dr. Carpenter and her husband, John, are happy to be living in the Seattle area and stay busy raising their two boys. They enjoy the Northwest's beauty through hiking, skiing, water sports, and camping. Dr. Carpenter also is active in donating dental services to the underserved through mission trips and other non-profit organizations. Dr. Carpenter is passionate about practicing dentistry and views each day as an opportunity to develop new friendships and provide excellent care for her patients.
Megan MacMurray, DDS
Dr. Megan MacMurray was born in White Rock, BC and moved to Kirkland as a child. She graduated from the University of Washington School of Dentistry in 2003, along with Dr. Carpenter. After dental school she took a break from the rain for a year, living in Southern California. She completed a comprehensive General Practice Residency at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Long Beach, CA. After that she returned to Seattle and started working as an associate in a busy private practice.
Dr. MacMurray has spent her career working as a family dentist, with patients of all ages. She also spends time volunteering as a dentist for under-served individuals. She likes to participate in many outdoor activities with her husband and son, including hiking, geocaching, skiing and biking. They also enjoy traveling and going on weekend adventures in the Pacific Northwest and Canada. Her other interests include cooking, reading and spending time with friends.
