Meet Our Team

Taylor is a graduate of Illinois Central College with an Associates Degree in Applied Science-Dental Hygiene. Taylor enjoys getting to know all her patients, and strives to give them the best care possible. She believes most rewarding part of her job is seeing once anxious patients leaving their appointment with a smile on their face. In her free time, you can find her enjoying the outdoors, cooking, baking, and spending time with her golden retriever, Kuzy.

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Sam is a registered dental hygienist and earned an Associate in Applied Science-Dental Hygiene degree through Parkland College in 2013. She enjoys patient interaction the most and enjoys helping patients understand all aspects of their dental appointment, from when they check in, during their hygiene appointment, to when they check out. Sam and her partner, Anthony, have been together since 2016 and welcomed a baby boy in 2024, Odin. They also have 3 cats. She now spends her free time with her family.

Elizabeth is a registered dental hygienist. She received her license and schooling from Carle Sandburg College. She also has a Bachelor's in communication studies. Elizabeth prides herself on excellent patient care and oral hygiene education. She enjoys time with family and friends, exercise, and exploring new restaurants in her free time.

Sarah is Registered Dental Hygienist with an Associate’s Degree in Applied Science from Illinois Central College. She also has 4 years of experience as a Dental Assistant. Her favorite part about her job is educating patients on the importance of oral health. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and spending time with family, friends, and her dog Blu.

Rachel graduated from the Illinois Central College Dental Hygiene program in 2021 with an Associate degree in Applied Science. She is also certified by the Academy of Laser Dentistry in soft tissue laser. She has a passion for educating others on the importance of oral health. Rachel enjoys being outdoors and spending her free time with her family and two dogs, Aspen and Willow.

Amy was born and raised in the small town of Kewanee, IL. She graduated from ICC becoming a dental hygienist in 2003. Her work has taken her to both Iowa and Illinois with experience in pediatrics, geriatrics and every age in between. Amy has lived in Peoria since 2013. During her free time, she love to hang out with her best friend, her Mother. They enjoy going to concerts, shopping, good food and taking naps.

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Abby attended Illinois Central College from 2022-2024 where she earned an Associate’s degree in Applied Science of Dental Hygiene. She also attended Augustana College from 2014-2018 where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology. She has a passion for learning and helping others. Her favorite part about Dental Hygiene is educating patients and helping them understand more about their oral health. Abby loves spending her free time with her partner Carly crocheting, painting, kayaking, and curling up with a good fiction novel.

Miranda attended Illinois Central College from 2022-2024 where she earned an Associate’s degree in Applied Science of Dental Hygiene. She was the secretary of her dental hygiene class while in school. Miranda always wanted to be a dental hygienist since she was in 6th grade and she's happy to have achieved her goal and to be able to make people smile. In her free time, Miranda likes to go on walks with her husband and to sit outside to read a good thriller book. She loves spending time with family and friends. She is married to her best friend, Dakota and they have 3 fur dogs; Bella, Joanna and Dino. (She's always down to show you pictures of them)!

Kaylee is a Registered Dental Hygienist with an Associates degree in Applied Science from Illinois Central College. She enjoys taking time to educate her patients on oral health and creating a great dental experience for her patients. When Kaylee is not in the dental office she enjoys traveling and spending time with her husband Cody and their son Rowan!

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Linda was born in southern California and went to college at Northern Arizona University where she got a bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene in 1987. She began working in California and moved to Memphis for 4 years. She then returned to California for another 14 years. In 2006, Linda moved to Central Illinois where she has been working ever since. In addition to the dental field, in 2021 she started to work part-time as an adjunct dental hygiene instructor at ICC. She enjoys going camping and jeeping with friends and family. She is married and has 3 grown daughters and 1 grandson (so far)!

Kayleigh is a registered dental hygienist who graduated from Illinois Central College in 2017. There she received an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Dental Hygiene as well as an additional Associate degree in Science. She has worked with patients of all ages since graduating. However, her passion is working with children. Her favorite part of the day is seeing the children smile after a successful dental visit. In her free time, Kayleigh loves to go shopping to find hidden treasures. She also enjoys spending time with her husband and child, whether that is at home or taking an adventure while out traveling. She is dedicated in helping children of all ages enjoy coming to the dental office and leaving with a smile on their face! Kayleigh stated “I want every patient in my chair to be able to leave with a healthy happy smile!"

Alicia is a registered dental hygienist. She graduated from Illinois Central College in 2018 with an Associates Degree in Applied Sciences of Dental Hygiene. Alicia and her husband Jim have 3 daughters and a house full of pets. In her free time, she loves spending time with her family. She loves to read, and is always looking for the next book to add to her library. After being a stay at home mom, Alicia decided to go back to college for her degree once her children were all in school. She loves being a hygienist.

Amber attended Illinois Central College and earned an Associate in Applied Science degree in Dental Hygiene. She strives to help patients overcome dental fear/anxiety and build confidence in their smile. Amber grew up around horses and enjoys going to local rodeos and country concerts. She also enjoys hiking, kayaking, or relaxing poolside in her free time!

Born and raised in the Chicago suburbs, Meghan made the move to central Illinois to attend the dental hygiene program at Illinois Central College in 2011. She has been a registered dental hygienist since 2013, and her experience in the dental field includes working with patients in both the public health setting and in private practice. Meghan lives with her husband, Tim, who also goes by "Pork Chop", and their two dogs, Nala and Nova. In her free time, she enjoys playing games and spending time with family and friends.

Molly attended Carl Sandburg College where she received her dental hygiene degree. She has been practicing comprehensive dental hygiene with her gentle and thorough manner for over five years. Molly prides herself in employing the latest techniques and technologies in oral hygiene care for the benefit of her patients and enjoys creating lasting patient relationships, helping every patient to maximize their oral health. Molly enjoys spending her free time with her husband, Hayden, and dog, Louie, on their farm raising cows, riding horses, gardening, kayaking and spending as much time outdoors as possible.

Rachael’s warm, bubbly personality and gregarious nature are favorites of patients and staff, alike. Rachael strives to give our patients an experience that is gentle, comfortable, educational and health-enhancing, working together with patients to find realistic, sustainable home care practices to improve their oral health. Rachael had five years of dental assisting experience before earning her dental hygiene degree. When not treating patients, Rachael enjoys spending time with her son, Easton, and their two cats, Nacho and Sushi. An avid reader, Rachael reads 4-5 books each month!

Patients appreciate the knowledgeable, exceptional skill that Taylor brings to their care, as well as her gentle touch in dental hygiene. Taylor regularly updates her expertise with continuing education courses and enjoys educating patients regarding innovations in dental hygiene. She is focused on developing long lasting relationships with patients, a goal shared by our entire team.

Taylor and her husband are the proud parents of two young boys who keep Taylor very active, along with her regular workouts. Their young family enjoys making family memories boating, cheering on the Chicago Cubs, and playing with their two German Shepard dogs.

Shay attended Illinois Central College from 2014-2019 where she earned an Associate's degree in Applied Science of Dental Hygiene as well as an Associate's degree in Science for Secondary Education. She has specialized training in laser bacterial reduction, local anesthetic, and in-house whitening. Her favorite part about her job is making patients smile! In her free time, Shay enjoys cooking, baking, and spending time with family and friends. She is currently engaged to her fiancé Chris. Together they share a daughter Maisie, two cats, and a dog. They are also expecting twins this coming October!

Ashley attended Illinois Central College where she received her Associate Degree in Applied Science – Dental Hygiene. She then continued her education by receiving special training in anesthetic treatment, soft tissue lasers, Zoom! whitening and nitrous oxide. She has been working in the dental field for 14 years and loves getting to know her patients on a personal level. She is also passionate about teaching patients about their oral health and how to maintain a beautiful smile. Ashley is married to her husband Tim, and they have 2 children, Reed and Reese. In her free time, Ashley enjoys baking, crafting, going to her children’s sporting events, canoeing, and spending time outdoors with family and friends.

Janelle is a graduate from Illinois Central College with an Associates Degree in Applied Science-dental hygiene.  She has been working as a hygienist for 13 years.  She has a passion for making each dental visit comfortable and educational for her patients.  She finds her job rewarding when patients walk away from an appointment, confident with their smiles, and properly educated on how to maintain healthy oral hygiene. When away from the office she enjoys life, in rural Tremont, with her husband Brent and four children, Londyn, Tyra, Cason, and Clay.  Some of her favorite family memories are centered around the outdoors, whether that be camping, boating, being at the beach, or hiking in the mountains.

Katie is a graduate of Illinois Central College with an Associate Degree in Applied Science – Dental Hygiene. Katie is married to Matt and together they have 3 children. Lexie is a nurse living in Bloomington and newly married.  Her younger 2 kids still live at home, Ellie is a full-time college student and Tate goes to Morton High School. She has a cute dog named Kit and a playful cat named Bitty. She spends most of her free time with friends and family, loves to be outside, loves baking and LOVES watching her son play baseball! Katie enjoys helping patients feel relaxed and comfortable while teaching them how to properly care for their teeth and gums. Her certifications and extended training include:

• Nitrous oxide sedation
• Local anesthesia
• OSHA

Jacquetta is a graduate of Illinois Central College with an Associate Degree in Applied Science ― Dental Hygiene. She regularly supplements her education by attending continuing education courses. She and her husband, Brad, have three children ― Kelsey, Whitney, and Noah ― and eight grandchildren. When away from the office, she enjoys spending time with her family, boating, reading, and traveling. Jacquetta loves the personal interactions with her patients. She loves the personal touch she adds to their experience while caring about and educating them during their visit.

Jacki is a registered dental hygienist with a Bachelor of Science-Dental Hygiene degree from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale. Her extended trainings include nitrous oxide sedation and administering local anesthesia. She has two sons that keep her busy with several sports and activities. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her sons, working out, running and being outdoors. “I really enjoy working in the dental field and at this office in particular. I love educating the community on oral hygiene and developing close relationships with patients.”

Amanda is a registered dental hygienist. She graduated in 2009 with an Associates in the Applied Sciences of Dental Hygiene. She enjoys creating long term relationships with her patients and making them feel comfortable. Amanda also loves spending time with her husband and 3 sons. In her free time she enjoys reading, bike riding, hiking, and playing games with her family.

Ashlee graduated from Illinois Central College in 2008 with a Degree in Applied Science-Dental Hygiene. She loves getting to know her dental patients on a personal level and strives to put them at ease. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her husband and their three active boys. Her hobbies include shopping, decorating their 1800’s Farm House and watching the boys at their sporting events.  She also loves boating and spending time outdoors.

Lauren is a 2015 graduate of ICC Dental Hygiene with an associates degree in Applied Science. Nitrous oxide, CPR and local anesthetic certified. In her spare time, she loves spending time with her family & friends, traveling, watching sports & binging TV. Lauren has an English Bulldog puppy named Marv who keeps her busy. She loves her job, building trusting relationships & creating a good experience for patients!

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Christine graduated from Illinois Central College with an Associate Degree in Applied Science – Dental Hygiene. Her certifications and trainings include:-Local anesthesia-Nitrous oxide sedation-Nutrition-Team BuildingChristine and her husband, Corey, have a son, Jason. When away from work, she enjoys watching her son play baseball, hiking, and being with family, friends, and her dog – Sawyer. Christine loves working with a great team that makes her job easier to address patients’ concerns and dental health. She enjoys helping her patients keep a healthy mouth and smile.

Kristie is an Illinois Central College graduate with an Associate Degree in Applied Science – Dental Hygiene and is certified in CPR. She has also been a part of the dental field for 18 years. Kristie is married to Jason and together they have 3 children – Sylvie, Cal, & Scarlett. She enjoys spending time with family, traveling, exercising, cooking and shopping. Kristie loves the constant flow of new people, conversation and patient interactions. She also loves working for doctors who value their staff and encourage them. She especially loves and respects each patient and looks forward to caring for them with kindness, respect and education.

Kinsey graduated from Illinois Central College receiving an Associate in Science Degree in 2015. In addition, she received an Associate in Applied Science Degree for Dental Hygiene in 2017. Her passion is to work with children, and she has worked solely in Pediatrics since graduating. In her free time, Kinsey enjoys coaching a swim team in Dunlap, spending time with friends and family and her two cats, Smokey and Ollie. She is focused on working with children to help them overcome their dental fears and wishes to instill good oral hygiene habits at a young age.

Keri is a Registered Dental Hygienist with an associates degree in applied science from Illinois Central College. She is passionate about her job and her patients. Her favorite part is helping her patients through any dental anxiety they may have and seeing how their fears of dental offices change. When Keri isn't working, she enjoys baking, binging true crime podcasts and keeping her three crazy cats out of trouble. She says her biggest accomplishment is being the proud momma bear to a wise 17-year-old son, and a strong 19 year old daughter in the U.S. Army. “I love what I do, and I do what I love.”

Donna has been a dental hygienist for 25 years. She earned her Associates in Applied Science degree at ICC. She has a son that keeps her busy going to football and basketball games, which she loves. She also loves reading, travel, fitness, sporting events, fantasy football, Sunday Fundays and hanging out with friends. She is passionate about St. Jude and has committed to another year of running in the Mackinaw to Peoria run. “I love my position as a dental hygienist because of the amazing people that I have come to know on a personal and professional level. The special friendships that I have made in the past 25 years have been a joy in my life. I am passionate about the patients and the care that I give them, and I’m dedicated to making their dental experience a great one!”

Joanna is a registered dental hygienist. She graduated from Illinois Central College in 2018 with an Associates Degree in the Applied Sciences of Dental Hygiene. She grew up with two brothers and a sister. She has a love for animals, and currently has a pet cat named Flynn and a new kitten Pepper. In her free time, she loves to run, bake desserts, and spend time with her family. She has been a dental professional for a little over a year  and is enjoying it so far. “I like working in the dental field, because I enjoy educating our community on how to achieve great oral hygiene.  And I also love helping people to feel more comfortable and confident with their smiles.”

Nikki is a graduate of Illinois Central College with an Associates in Applied Science-Dental Hygiene.She had Her extended trainings include:-Nitrous oxide sedation-OSHA-Soft Tissue Laser-Local Anesthesia