Meet the team
Every patient is unique and deserves care that reflects their needs. Our experienced team works with you and your family to make every visit comfortable, stress-free and rewarding.
Anna
Financial Coordinator
Anna has a Bachelor of Science in business administration, with a minor in criminal justice, from the University of Nebraska Kearney. With Bush Dentistry since 2015, she helps patients with all their financial and insurance needs. She and her husband have three children, and they love being outside, bow hunting, fishing, kayaking or walking their German Shepherd.
Cindy
Treatment Coordinator
After working in a dental office during high school, Cindy trained at Southeast Community College. As a dental assistant she makes sure her patients are comfortable at every appointment, and loves seeing a confident smile after treatment. Cindy and her husband have two grown children and three grandchildren.
Kendra
Scheduling Coordinator
Patients count on Kendra for anything to do with scheduling, insurance coverage, treatment plans and payment processing, drawing on her experience in medical billing and patient coordination. Kendra is from Wisconsin, moved to Nebraska in 2013, and loves summer camping and backyard campfires with her family.
Karena
Registered Dental Hygienist
Karena started in dentistry as a dental assistant, then went on to become a hygienist. The most important part of her job is teaching patients about dental care and its impact on overall health.
Sarah
Registered Dental Hygienist
Sarah worked at a dental lab before hygiene school. She works one on one with patients to improve their dental health and make each visit comfortable. Born and raised in Kearney, she and her husband Cody have three children and a dog named Hank.
Hannah
Registered Dental Hygienist
Hannah came to dentistry through the joy of caring for others, and treats every patient with warmth, respect and personal attention. She and her husband Ryan have two young daughters.
Kacy
Registered Dental Hygienist
Kacy graduated from the UNMC College of Dentistry in dental hygiene and joined Bush Dentistry in 2015. She builds a personal relationship with each patient and keeps visits fun, relaxing and professional.
Lori
Dental Assistant
Originally an X-ray technician, Lori started in dentistry more than 16 years ago. Her favorite part of the job is giving patients confidence in their smiles.
Alyssa
Dental Assistant
Alyssa trained in the dental assisting program at Central Community College, did her clinical rotations at Bush Dentistry and joined as a new graduate. Outside work she enjoys family, friends, country music concerts and the outdoors.
Kayla
Dental Assistant
Kayla attended Central Community College in Hastings, did her clinical rotation here and was happy to join the office after graduation. She helps meet patients' needs while assisting the doctors during procedures.
Jacque
Dental Assistant
Jacque completed the Mid-Plains dental assisting program in 1997 and has worked in orthodontics, pediatric dentistry and general dental offices over her 25-year career. With Bush Dentistry since 2019, she loves getting to know patients.
Lakin
Dental Assistant
Lakin trained at Mid-Plains Community College and has been an assistant for more than a decade. With Bush Dentistry since 2021, her favorite part of the job is assisting Dr. Garrett with surgical implant cases.
We look forward to meeting you
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