Meet the Team

Dr. Clayton grew up in Southern California in a family of six kids. From a young age, he developed a love for the mountains, desert, and wide open spaces. He has always loved riding his bike, cooking new recipes, and playing music.

Our dentist always knew he wanted to work with his hands, and at Restoration Dentistry, he does exactly that. Dr. Clayton combines the art of dentistry with his expertise to heal and restore each day.

One of his favorite parts of the day is getting to know patients like you and hearing your story, passions, hobbies, and creating long-lasting friendships.

Eliza grew up in Boise and was elated to return here to raise her family. She loves connecting with people in our community and helping them find hope in a different kind of dental experience here at Restoration Dentistry. The best part of her job is getting to make so many new friends while educating them about our dental services.

Our marketing director, Eliza, is Dr. Clayton’s wife and they have two boys ages 3 and 5. Together, they enjoy hiking, biking, camping, and playing on the river. A fun fact? She loves connecting with other women and supporting them, and would love to become a birth doula one day.

Monica has lived in Idaho since 1999 and loves our state’s four seasons and outdoor recreation. Her mom and grandmother were both nurses but hated the hours, and Monica found that dentistry offers a much better work-life balance. At Restoration Dentistry, she loves getting to know our patients and teaching them about their oral health and the oral-systemic connection.

In her spare time, you’ll likely find Monica somewhere with friends playing volleyball (whether it’s indoors or outdoors). She also likes to spend time with family; this includes dirt biking, snowmobiling, hiking, camping, skiing, boating, fishing, and rock climbing. Monica also loves to travel, and her favorite quote is, “Life is not happening to you; it’s happening for you.”

Sammie Nicolello grew up in the beautiful wilderness of Alaska, where she met her husband, Tim. They ventured to Idaho to pursue their studies at the University of Idaho, where Sammie completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. Driven by her passion for transforming and enhancing lives, she decided to continue her education at Idaho State University, earning a second Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene. Sammie’s dedication to her patients goes beyond traditional dental care, as she is also trained as a myofunctional therapist.

As a dental hygienist and myofunctional therapist, Sammie finds great joy in cheering on her patients, educating them, and providing comprehensive oral health care. Her optimistic and passionate personality adds tremendous value to the office, as she is committed to delivering the best care and education to every patient she encounters. Outside of work, Sammie’s greatest joy comes from being a supportive mother to her two children. You can find her enthusiastically cheering them on during their t-ball games, gymnastics classes, and flag football matches. In her spare time, she endeavors to nurture her green thumb through gardening and is also learning the art of playing golf. One item on Sammie’s bucket list is to travel to Italy with her husband, immersing themselves in the country’s rich culture and experiences.

Evan is a Boise, Idaho native who was raised in a vibrant family with three siblings. After graduating from Timberline High School, Evan embarked on a career in dentistry driven by his appreciation for a clean and curative environment. As a valuable member of the team, Evan finds great satisfaction in assisting with operations and ensuring a smooth workflow within the office.

Evan’s willingness and ability to tackle any task make him an invaluable asset to the office. He approaches his work with a can-do attitude, always ready to step in and help wherever needed. Outside of the office, Evan enjoys caring for his three feline companions and dedicating his time to working on and driving his car, indulging in his passion for automotive interests. One item on his bucket list is to drive an Italian supercar through the scenic roads of the Swiss Alps!

Katie was born and raised in Idaho, growing up only a few minutes away from Restoration Dentistry. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in communications from Boise State UniversityOpen website (open in new window) and joined the marketing team at Restoration Dentistry because she truly believes in Dr. Clayton’s mission.

In her free time, Katie loves anything outdoors-related, especially during the summer, spending as much time as possible on the lake and river, swimming, boating, or kayaking. During the winter, she stays busy with her family at various Boise State sporting events. Katie’s married and has three children, and she’s semi-fluent in American Sign Language.