Meet The Team
Lauren
Lauren was born and raised in Ohio. She joined the Lima Community Dental team in February 2021.
Outside the office, Lauren enjoys going on vacation with her boyfriend and spending time with her family and dogs. Lauren’s hobbies include hunting and fishing.
Kacey
Kacey was born and raised in Ohio. She has earned her Dental Assisting Certification. Kacey joined the Lima Community Dental team in March 2021. One of Kacey’s favorite things about the dental industry is the family atmosphere. She likes helping patients get out of pain and regain their smile.
Outside the practice, Kacey enjoys spending time with her husband and their dogs. Kacey is also a Cheer Coach.
“Life is short. Buy the shoes.” (Meghan March, n.d.).
Jess
Jess was born and raised in Ohio. She joined the Lima Community Dental team in June 2015. She holds her Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene. Her favorite thing about the dental field is helping patients get their smiles back!
Outside of work, Jess enjoys working out and spending time with her children and family.
“Never regret anything that once made you smile.” (Mark Twain, n.d.).
Caitlin
Caitlin was born and raised in Ohio. She holds her Associate Degree of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene. Caitlin joined the Lima Community Dental team in June 2020. Her favorite thing about the dental industry is helping patients achieve the smile they desire.
Outside the office, Caitlin enjoys playing with her dog and helping at her family’s cattle farm. She enjoys traveling the US with her boyfriend, attending cattle shows.
“If God brings you to it, He will bring you through it.” (unknown).
Karen
Karen was born and raised in Ohio. She holds her Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene. Karen joined the Lima Community Dental team in 2010. She enjoys working alongside her teammates and serving patients’ different needs.
Karen is an avid golfer and loves playing in her free time. Karen also enjoys spending time with family, her grandchildren, and her dogs.
One of Karen’s favorite sayings is “The Golden Rule” and she treats others as she would like to be treated in life.
Kelly
Kelly was born and raised in Ohio. She completed her EFDA certification at OSU/Sinclair Community College. Kelly joined the practice in June 2020. Her favorite thing about the dental industry is working with patients to improve their smile and boost their confidence!
Outside the office, Kelly enjoys spending time with her children and grandchildren.
“Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.” (William James, 1884).
Stacey
Stacey was born and raised in Ohio. She joined the Lima Community Dental team in March 2021. In addition to her vast knowledge in the dental field, Stacey holds a certification in phlebotomy. Her favorite thing about the dental industry is helping patients smile.
Outside of work, Stacey enjoys spending time with her grandson, friends, and family. She enjoys summer days laying by the pool.
One of Stacey’s favorite quotes is “”I can do all things.” (Philippians 4:13). Stacey feels blessed to be a blessing.
Amy
Amy was born and raised in Ohio. She joined the Lima Community Dental team in March 2021. In addition to her vast knowledge of the dental field, Amy completed her LPN licensing at Lima Technical College. Amy enjoys making patients smile and getting to work alongside her dental family.
Outside the office, Amy enjoys shopping and spending time with her family. She and her family especially enjoy beach vacations in Florida.
Darrell
Darrell was born and raised in Ohio. He joined the Lima Community Dental team in April 2022. His favorite thing about the dental industry is helping people and working with an amazing team of professionals. Darrell aspires to continue his education with an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant certification.
Outside of work, Darrell enjoys listening to music, playing cards, and playing dominoes.
“Everything in the universe has rhythm, everything dances.” (Maya Angelou, 2011).
Alivia
Alivia was born and raised in Ohio. She joined the Lima Community Dental team in May 2022. Alivia’s favorite thing about the dental industry is the generous spirit of her teammates and helping others.
Outside of work, Alivia enjoys spending time with her family and working out. She especially enjoys taking her dog for walks and being outdoors.
“Be there for others but never leave yourself behind.” (Dodinsky, n.d.)
Lauren
Lauren was born and raised in Lima, Ohio. She is currently furthering her education studying dental hygiene. Lauren joined the Lima Community Dental team in February 2021.
When she is not working, Lauren enjoys spending time with her family and binge watching TV. Lauren’s personal goals are to complete her education by 2025!
Michelle
Michelle was raised in Delphos, Ohio. She is a graduate of Delphos St. John’s High School. Following high school, Michelle continued her education at Rhodes State College. Michelle joined the Lima Community Dental team in November 2021. She enjoys working hands-on with patients.
When she is not working, Michelle can be found spending time with her grandkids and family. She is a member of the Delphos VFW. Michelle also enjoys music and playing piano, baking and crafting.