Betar Dental in the Community

Dr. Donald J. Betar, Jr., graduated from Hollidaysburg Area Senior High School in 1985 and from Juniata College in 1989, with a Bachelors Degree in Biology.

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Kayla received her diploma in Dental Assisting from the Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center in May 2015 and has since received her license in Expanded Function Dental Assisting. 

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Dana is a 1990 graduate of Altoona Area High School and a 1995 graduate of the School of Commerce. She has 18 years of experience as a medical secretary. Dana joined our Betar Dental team in August 2021. She utilizes her extensive medical experience to ensure all of our patients' accounts are accurate and up to date. Dana lives in Altoona and enjoys spending time with her family.

Madison is a 2014 graduate from the Altoona Area High School. She joined our Betar Dental team in May 2024. With Madison's 11 years of customer service experience, she will provide you with the best dental experience while visiting our office. During her free time, she enjoys hanging out with her daughter & friends, cooking & baking and attending baseball games at the Altoona Curve.

Kayla is a 2007 homeschool graduate. She became a valued member of the Betar Dental team in April 2025. Kayla will warmly welcome every patient with a friendly smile at the front desk. In her leisure time, Kayla enjoys spending quality moments with her daughter and her dog, Snooki, as well as engaging in crocheting and crafting activities.

Nandi is a 2017 graduate from West Virginia University where she received a B.S. in dental hygiene. She joined our team in August 2017. Nandi loves to educate her patients about the importance of their oral health. 

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Derek is a 2019 graduate from Allegany College of Maryland. He joined our team in May 2020. Derek will provide a comfortable experience with his calm demeanor.

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Kasandra received her diploma in Dental Assisting from the University of Puerto Rico Medical Science Campus in May 2010. She has been with Betar..

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Hayliana is a 2025 graduate of Altoona Area High School and the Dental Assistant program at the Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center. She became a member of the Betar Dental team in September 2024. Hayliana will be advancing her dental career by attending the Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center in Spring 2026 to become an Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA). She is licensed in Pennsylvania to take radiographs and is CPR certified. At the conclusion of each appointment, Hayliana will release each patient with a bright and friendly smile. In her free time, she enjoys spending with her boyfriend and friends and reading Colleen Hoover books.

Nandi is a 2017 graduate from West Virginia University where she received a B.S. in dental hygiene. She joined our team in August 2017. Nandi loves to educate her patients about the importance of their oral health. She utilizes her skills to ensure our patients receive the best dental care possible. She holds a local anesthesia licenses along with being CPR certified. Nandi was born and raised in Altoona and enjoys reading, working out, and shopping in her free time. She hopes to one day work as a international dental hygienist and to travel to countries in need.