Dr. Salthouse is the oldest of five siblings, and his father is from New Zealand, making him one-half Kiwi. He grew up in St. Clement Parish and attended elementary school there. Later, he went to De Smet Jesuit High School before earning his Biomedical Science degree from Maryville University. Dr. Salthouse then attended UMKC dental school, and completed his Pediatric Residency at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine, where he became Board Certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentists. As a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentists, he has practiced in Cleveland, Pittsburgh, St. Louis, and Kansas City, and he currently belongs to Christ Prince of Peace Parish.
Outside of work, Dr. Salthouse has a variety of passions. He loves spending time with his family and friends, and he enjoys getting involved in his community. When he’s not practicing dentistry, you can find him playing hockey, golf, tennis, or even e-sports!
As a pediatric dentist, Dr. Salthouse’s primary goal is to help children have the best possible experience while receiving dental care. He strongly believes in setting them up for success in the future. On a personal note, he is happily married to his wonderful partner Daniell, and they have two sweet sons named William and Henry!
Dr. Parker Zelasko was born and raised in the metro east/southern Illinois area. He attended high school in Centralia, IL and received his Bachelors in Biology at Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville. After graduating from SIUE, he continued his education and earned his dental degree at Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Zelasko has spent his professional career practicing in the St. Louis area and has always loved this wonderful city.
In addition to dentistry, Dr. Zelasko has quite a few passions. He loves to spend quality time with his lovely wife, Meghan, and his two fur babies, the huskies! He enjoys the outdoors, fishing, video games, finding new restaurants, and playing and watching sports. He is a big fan of all St. Louis sports and loves to catch a game live when he can!
Dr. Zelasko brings a caring and understanding approach to his patients with a calm and relaxed demeanor and wants his patients to leave with feeling heard and with a smile on their face. He strongly believes that helping his patients have the best experience possible is crucial in his care and is looking forward to meeting you soon!
Dr. Jamie Terrill was born and raised in Guatemala City as the youngest of her siblings. Her journey to becoming a pediatric dentist has been filled with exciting milestones and dedication. After earning her dental degree from the University Mariano Galvez, she met her husband, Chris, and moved to the United States to continue her career and education.
Dr. Terrill recertified as a dentist at Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine, graduating with high honors. She then pursued her passion for working with children by completing a Pediatric Dentistry residency at Saint Louis University. As a board-eligible pediatric dentist, she is committed to creating a fun, positive dental experience for kids and helping them grow up with healthy, confident smiles. Her expertise includes caring for children and teens, including those with special needs, ensuring every patient feels welcome and comfortable.
Outside of work, Dr. Terrill enjoys spending time with her husband, Chris, and their little one. Together, they love exploring new restaurants and playgrounds. She is also a nature enthusiast who finds joy in hiking, gardening, and caring for her pets.
Dr. Terrill is a lifelong learner and enjoys picking up new hobbies, including knitting, crocheting, and paper crafting. Her latest creative endeavor is building a dollhouse for her little one, a project she finds both rewarding and fun. Additionally, she loves singing in both English and Spanish (¡sí, habla español!), bringing her vibrant personality into every aspect of her life.
As a pediatric dentist, Dr. Terrill’s goal is to make every dental visit enjoyable and to help children feel confident about their oral health. She is thrilled to meet new families and looks forward to being a part of their journey to a lifetime of bright, healthy smiles.
Dental Team
Dental Assistant
COO
Introducing… Verchelle Marion, one of the Dental Team Members here at Salthouse Smiles for Kids. She is a dedicated professional bringing forth a motivated perspective with a variety of powerful skills possessing a strong work ethic and commitment to efficiency and process. Verchelle is a team player with an upbeat attitude and willingness to stay until the work is complete. Verchelle is committed to utilizing her current essential qualities to further the mission of Salthouse Smiles for Kids.
Verchelle was born and raised right here in St. Louis, Missouri. She attended Kirkwood schools; Henry Hough Elementary, Robinson Elementary, Nipher Middle and Kirkwood High.
Verchelle has been married for many seasons to her amazing husband, Amir. They have two awesome kids, a daughter, Amaya, in college and a son, Evan, in high school. Verchelle’s greatest accomplishments thus far is being a great wife and a super cool mom.
During her free time, Verchelle enjoys family time (especially game nights), roller skating baking/creating cakes, and new adventures.
Mottos:
“Share some Magic with Your Smile”
“Leave a little Sparkle wherever You go with Your Smile”
I have worked in dental for over 25 years, I am certified in Basic Skills Dentistry and Expanded Functions Orthodontics. I really enjoy giving the patients the fundamentals of dental care and encouragement for a lifetime. I have worked in several practices over the years and have carried with what I learned from each doctor. My husband Mark and I have combined 4 grown children and 11 grandchildren. In my spare time, I love being at the beach especially North Shore, Oahu, watching the grandkids playing sports, tending to my flowers, going to concerts and baseball and football games.
Paige Thorson is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Salthouse Smiles. She graduated from McKendree University where she obtained her Master of Business Administration as well as a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing. While at McKendree, Paige was the captain of the Division II Women’s Lacrosse team and played for four years. In 2015, she also represented New Zealand in the Federation of International Lacrosse U19 Women’s World Championship in Edinburgh, Scotland. Prior to joining Salthouse Smiles, Paige had experience in the business, financial, marketing and nonprofit sectors as well as healthcare.
Paige has a passion for volunteering at several nonprofit organizations. Paige is a Young Friends Board Member of St. Louis Arc. Over the past decade, she has coached for the Special Olympics of Missouri and Varsity Lacrosse at Ursuline Academy and assisted as a classroom helper at Neuwoehner High School. Paige holds JDRF close to her heart and helped raise over $35k to fight to find a cure for T1D! Paige is a Pilanthropic Institute for Professional Advisors graduate and sat on the United Way of Greater St. Louis auxiliary board in 2019.
Paige was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri where she resides with her husband, Daniel and their daughter, Parker! In her free time, she loves to be outdoors, play tennis, and spend quality time with her family, friends and their dog, Loki. Paige is an avid traveler and finds joy in exploring new places. The Thorson family is a part of St. Clement of Rome parish.
Insurance Coordinator / Billing Specialist
Dental Assistant
Dental Assistant
Hi, I’m Liz! I am originally from Florida but moved to St. Louis in May 2024. I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Business Managment specializing in Entrepreneurship from the University of Alabama. While studying at the University of Alabama, I had the rewarding opportunity to volunteer with Ronald McDonald House Charities, which ignited my passion for working with children. Afterward, I pursued a Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration at Florida Atlantic University. My education and experiences have guided me to Salthouse Smiles, where I can do what I love every day.
In my free time, I enjoy attending concerts and spending time with friends and my amazing boyfriend. I have a deep love for animals and share my home with two cats, Loki and Squish, as well as a golden retriever dog named Wilson.
Lynn Neuhaus is a pediatric dental assistant and has 20 years of experience in the dental field. Working with children has always been her passion. The most rewarding part of her job is when children and parents leave with a big smile! In her free time, she enjoys camping, boating and taking trips to Grafton, IL with her husband and two daughters!
My name is Michelle and I have been in the dental field for 20 years! In my free time I enjoy going to the Lake of the Ozarks, cooking and spending time with my family and friends! I have two beautiful daughters and a wonderful husband!
Dental Assistant
Dental Assistant
Christina is a graduate from Creighton University where she received her B.S. in Biology. Originally from Minnesota, she is currently taking a gap year in St. Louis while applying to medical school.
She loves working with kids and making the patient care experience as enjoyable as possible. When not in the clinic, she enjoys running and biking the many trails in the area, reading a good book, and spending time with her fiancé!
Karley is a Dental Assistant here at Salthouse Smiles! Her goal in life is to help families and ensure they have the best possible dental experience. She loves working with children as she has a six year old son named Keagan who is her world! In her free time, you can find her and Keagan at the river catching fish, watching movies, playing board games or hanging out with family and friends making memories!
