Dental Hygienist

Michelle earned her degree in dental hygiene from IUSB in 1986. FDH has been enjoying her expertise for more than 16 years now. Michelle and her husband, Mike, have 3 sons and enjoy playing golf and traveling. 

Jeanne has been with FDH for 23 years. She and her husband, Rod, have 2 kids and a beloved boxer dog. Outside of the office, Jeanne enjoys travel, entertaining, spending time outdoors, exercise, and time with family and friends.

Melisa started in the dental field as an assistant for 10 years before going back to school. She earned her license in dental hygiene in 2010. If she's not performing her hygiene duties, Melisa can be found working at the front desk. Melisa is married and has a daughter. She and her husband enjoy time in northern Michigan camping, 4-wheeling, and snowmobiling. She's been a Michigander all her life!

Lacie earned her license in dental hygiene from IUSB in 2024. Outside of FDH, she works one day/week as a receptionist at a dance studio in Granger. With her free time, she enjoys playing tennis and spending time outdoors!

Buffy earned her license in dental hygiene from IUSB in 1995. She's been with FDH since 2019. Buffy and her husband, John, have two boys. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, being outside, and spending time with family. 

Carin has been at FDH over 30 years! She completed her studies in dental hygiene from IU in Indianapolis. Carin and her husband, Dr. Weingarten, have 3 daughters and 5 grandsons. They enjoy traveling and their role as grandparents.

Kathy received her degree in dental hygiene from IUSB and started at FDH 35 years ago! Kathy is married and has two daughters. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family, gardening, and making crafts. 

Brenda received her degree in dental hygiene from IUSB and has been with FDH for over 30 years. She has two young adult boys and dog named Gary. Outside of dentistry, Brenda enjoys spending time with her family, going on walks and bike rides, and is an active member of her church community. 

Kaitlyn graduated from IUSB in 2017. She and her husband have 3 boys and 5 cats. Other than dentistry, Kaitlyn enjoys plants and travel. She considers herself to be a morning person and embraces the joys and pains of renovating/decorating their almost 100 yr old house.

Denise started at FDH in 1987 as a dental assistant. Later, she earned her license in dental hygiene from IUSB. Denise is married and has 4 boys.