Meet Your Dedicated Cincinnati Dental Team

Sallie has been working in the dental field for 30 years, and she has been a valued member of our team since 2009. She earned her associate’s degree in applied science from Shawnee State University and keeps up to date with the latest in dentistry through continuing education seminars and online training. Sallie loves the group of people she gets to work with, both coworkers and patients. When not at work, Sallie enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. They enjoy taking family vacations and attending the kids’ sporting and school events.

Julie earned her associate’s degree in dental hygiene from Raymond Walters College (UC Blue Ash College). She began her career in 2009 and joined our team shortly after in 2011. Julie loves seeing new and current patients come into our office. She is proud knowing that she is making a difference in people’s oral health, and she loves her coworkers! Julie enjoys running with Queen City Running Club and participates in many races throughout the year, including the Flying Pig (a race that Bell Dental Group sponsors). Julie has two daughters, and they enjoy camping together during the summer.

Julie has been with Bell Dental Group since the beginning of her career in 2001. She earned her associate’s degree in applied science from Raymond Walters College (now UC Blue Ash College), and she works hard to continue her education each year so that she can best serve her patients. Julie views our office as her home away from home. She loves the personable atmosphere and hopes that patients feel the same. She also adores her coworkers! Julie is married with two boys but admits that being a full-time working mom makes hobbies a challenge! Julie and her family enjoy hiking and biking the Loveland Bike Trail and spending their summer vacations in Destin, Florida.

Heather has been a valued member of our team since 2005, but she began her career in the dental field nearly 30 years ago. Heather earned her bachelor’s degree from The Ohio State University and is registered as a dental hygienist in the state of Ohio. She is also CPR certified. Heather enjoys getting to know her patients; when patients feel like friends, her job is more gratifying. In her free time, Heather enjoys going on vacation with her friends and family. She also likes to relax by taking her dogs on long walks.

Casey began her career as a dental hygienist in 2003 and joined our team shortly after in 2004. She has an associate’s degree in applied science from the University of Cincinnati, and she is continually taking classes so that she can stay up to date with the latest technology and best techniques. Casey loves that she gets to work with some of her best friends and likes what she does! She enjoys building relationships with her patients and loves that they can always pick up right where they left off. Casey and her husband enjoy spending time with their friends and family, traveling, and going to the beach. She also likes to work out and train for half marathons as well as spend time with her three rescue dogs.

Beth has spent her entire career in dentistry right here with Bell Dental Group. She has been helping patients for nearly 30 years. She graduated from the University of Cincinnati and has maintained her skills by completing continuing education courses with our office team. Beth enjoys caring for patients’ oral and overall health. After so many years, she has been able to build long-lasting relationships with patients, who now feel like family. In her free time, Beth likes to be with her family. They love to travel, especially to Arizona. She volunteers at her children’s school and at her church, and in the remaining time, you might find Beth taking a boot camp workout or spinning class.

Krista is a dental hygienist here at BDG and has been in the dental field since 2016. She really loves that at Bell Dental Group, it’s more than just a dental office. It’s a family! Everyone at BDG has a great sense of humor and can always make work fun! Krista grew up near Owensville, Ohio and graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 2016. Krista chose the dental field because she wants to be able to provide patients with positive reinforcement and encouragement when it comes to improving their oral health. She always strives to give her patients the best care possible. Krista loves dentistry and has even dedicated her time on three different trips to Mexico to help provide dental care to those in need. When Krista isn’t providing quality dental care, you can find her traveling, camping, working out, and hanging out with friends.

Ernie has been a part of our family since 2006, and she already had nine years of experience when she joined our team. She is certified in CPR, radiology, and DANB and as an expanded functions dental assistant. Ernie loves her job because she enjoys brightening smiles, boosting her patients’ confidence, and building connections with patients. Her coworkers are her extended family, and our office is her home away from home. She is proud to work with doctors and a staff who provide exceptional care for patients. In her free time, Ernie enjoys getting dressed up and participating in functions with her husband and family. They enjoy traveling all over the world, whether it is visiting relatives in Atlanta or vacationing in Australia!

Beth has been assisting our dentists since 2007. She is a certified dental assistant and has certifications in coronal polishing and radiology. Beth has completed additional courses focused on dental implants, dentures, sleep apnea, and special needs patients. She enjoys meeting new people and building lasting relationships here at the office. More than anything, Beth gets satisfaction from helping patients feel great about smiling again. When away from work, Beth enjoys spending time with her family. She and her husband spend as much time as they can taking their son and daughter to the park, zoo, museum, and more. Beth’s hobbies include shopping and photography.

Jenny’s dental career began in 1995. She has been a member of our Bell Dental Group family since 1999. In addition to her dental assisting certifications, Jenny has earned a license in radiology and has completed courses in Invisalign, SomnoMed, Dentrix, and other topics to help her better serve patients. Jenny highly values the relationships she has with patients. The bond they share builds additional trust, and Jenny works to provide the exceptional care patients deserve. Knowing she can change someone’s life by helping them smile is the most rewarding part of Jenny’s job. When she is not working, Jenny loves watching her children play sports, hiking, swimming, and spending time with her beautiful family. Family is everything to Jenny.

Amberly joined our team in 2021, but began her career in dentistry in 2009. She attended Ross Dental Assisting program immediately out of high school and later graduated from UC Blue Ash’s Expanded Functions Dental Assistant program. Amberly values a hard-working team and recognizes the benefit of paying attention to detail. She enjoys spending time with her 4 children and fiancé and finding somewhere new to explore each year on their family vacation. Amberly is a huge Harry Potter fan and loves her cats, Ginger and Snap.

Katie has been serving dental patients since 2014 and joined our Bell Dental Group team in 2017. She enjoys helping patients maximize their insurance benefits to the fullest. This allows them to afford the best dental care from providers whose number one concern is the patient’s oral health. Katie loves working in an office where the dentists and staff can take their career seriously but still know how to laugh! Katie enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling to new places, and going to concerts. She also likes baking and playing in a community volleyball league.

Laurie has been working in the dental field for three decades! She’s been a part of Bell Dental Group since 1993. She earned an associate’s degree in liberal arts from the University of Cincinnati and then graduated from the Institute of Medical-Dental Technology. She has completed HIPAA, OSHA, Club Lighthouse, and Dentrix training as well as various courses in SMC management, excellence in cosmetic dentistry, and a course called “Top Institutes Stop Cancellations” from J.P. Institutes. Laurie truly is a member of our Bell Dental Group family, and she enjoys seeing patients grow into the family (with better oral health!) as well. Outside of work, Laurie enjoys painting, gardening, hiking, and playing Texas Hold’em. She also has a passion for interior design.

Kathy has been helping our patients understand the financial aspect of their care since 2010. Before that, she worked in many areas of dentistry for nearly 20 years. This job is special for Kathy. She enjoys getting to work with some of the best dentists in Cincinnati and helping patients achieve top-notch dentistry.

Kathy raised four sons and now has three granddaughters and three grandsons. She enjoys every second she gets to spend with them. Kathy also loves to cook, bake, and go on vacations with her husband of more than 35 years.

Julie has been working in dentistry since 1981, and she has found that she enjoys being in a dental office that puts patient care first. That’s why she joined Bell Dental Group in 2019. Julie is learning new things every day and enjoys working with all of her teammates and doctors. While away from the office, Julie enjoys her family, which is number one to her. She has raised two terrific sons, and her young granddaughter is her world. Julie and her husband of 35 years enjoy traveling to visit places they have not seen before.

Tristin joined our team in 2019 and is the new patient and marketing coordinator. She’s been in the dental field since 2018 and is interested in becoming a dental hygienist in the future. Tristin loves being a part of the dental world because she gets to witness really life-changing moments. She loves getting to know her patients and helping them achieve the smiles that they have always dreamed of. Tristin also appreciates that her coworkers share the same values and that they always keep her laughing. When she’s not at work, Tristin enjoys photography, cheering on the Cincinnati Bengals, and tearing up the dance floor. She also likes trying new foods, listening to her favorite bands, and spending time with her loved ones.

Tara joined our team in 2021 as our insurance coordinator. From insurance verification to new patient updates, Tara is always working to ensure that our patients’ information is accurate and up to date. Originally from Toledo, Tara attended the Toledo Dental Academy in 2010. With 10+ years of dental experience, she truly is a great asset to the practice. Tara truly values the relationships that she has with her coworkers and patients. She also appreciates that our doctors value our patients and keep their best interests as their highest priority. In her free time, you can find Tara trying out new recipes, traveling, watching OSU football, and hanging out with her pets.