Meet the Dental Experts at Dental Associates Of Manchester

Linda has over 30 years of experience in dentistry. She earned her bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene from the University of Iowa. With her extensive skills, Linda is a great asset to our experienced and highly trained dental team. She is dedicated to educating patients about their dental health so they can make informed decisions.

Linda and her husband, Dave, have three children: Greg, Jordan, and Jay. Her hobbies include boating, running, and photography.

Tanya graduated from Hawkeye Community College’s hygiene program in 2000 and has been helping patients at our practice since. She is the recipient of the Outstanding Clinician Award. Tanya takes pride in helping each patient maintain a healthy smile for a lifetime.

Tanya and her husband, Luke, have three dogs named Lily, Gracie and Mabel. Tanya loves spending time with her family, friends and fur babies.

Jennifer has 23 years of experience in dental hygiene. She started out as a dental assistant and then studied dental hygiene, graduated from Hawkeye Community College in 1999. With her extensive background in the dental field, she brings a high level of skill and knowledge to our practice. Jennifer loves being here each day and educating and caring for our patients.

Jennifer and her husband, Jim, have four grown daughters, four grandchildren and a yellow lab named Brinkley. In her spare time, she enjoys being with family and friends, traveling, reading and being outdoors.

Kristy graduated from Hawkeye Community College’s dental hygiene program in May 2012, where she was the recipient of the “Outstanding Clinician Award.” She has been providing care to patients at Dental Associates Of Manchester since. Kristy takes pride in providing quality care and helping her patients maintain a healthy smile for life.

Kristy is married to Andy Meese. They have two sons, Myles and Ryker, and a daughter, Adleigh. Kristy enjoys hunting, going on walks, going to
sporting events and spending time with friends and family.

Katie graduated in 2007 from Madison Area Technical College with an Associate in Science in dental hygiene. She enjoys staying up to date on the latest technology and research to help give her patients the highest quality of care they deserve. She is dedicated to educating her patients so they can play an active role in their own dental hygiene to help ensure a lifetime of dental health.

It is very important to create an individualized relationship with each patient. Katie strives to make every appointment comfortable by placing your dental anxiety at ease by providing a relaxing and positive experience.

Katie and her husband, Dave, have two grown children, Taylor and Brody, and a granddaughter Jordyn. They enjoy cooking homemade meals for their family and friends. They run farm outside of Greeley, Iowa. They stay active by managing Powertrain Tug-of-War Club, playing volleyball, and traveling as much as possible.

Kaitlyn graduated from Hawkeye Community College’s dental hygiene program in the spring of 2020. She is very passionate about providing the highest quality of care for her patients. She strives to build long-lasting relationships with patients and is dedicated to helping them achieve and maintain a healthy smile for life.

Kaitlyn lives on a farm north of Edgewood with her husband, Mitch, and son, Barrett. In her free time she enjoys being outdoors, boating and spending time with family and friends.

Jenni started out as a dental assistant and then graduated from Hawkeye Community College’s dental hygiene program in 2012. She was the president of the Student American Dental Hygienists’ Association. Jenni strives to assist patients to achieve a lifetime of dental health.

Jenni lives in Manchester with her husband, Justin. They have two daughters, Letti and Erin, and one son, Huxley. She enjoys reading, walking, being outdoors and spending time with family and friends.

Kris has been a part of our practice for 30+ years. Over the years, she has built longstanding relationships with patients. She values the trust patients place in us as we take care of their dental health needs. Kris strives to give each patient the information and comfort needed for a successful dental visit. As our clinical coordinator, she also works hard to make sure our clinical supplies and equipment needs are met.

Kris and her husband, Ken, have two grown sons and three beautiful granddaughters. In her free time she enjoys being “Nana,” biking and gardening.

Kristi has been assisting in our dental practice since 1998. She shares the focus of our dentists in staying current in the latest dental technology and techniques.

Kristi and her husband, Tim, have two sons, Isaac and Jaxson. She enjoys running in her spare time, and likes supporting her sons in their sporting events.

Beth has over 20 years of experience in the dental field. She graduated from Northeast Iowa Community College. As our dental assistant, she helps prepare patients for dental treatment and puts them at ease to receive the dental care they need.

Beth and her husband, Terry, have two children, Mason and Mya.

Mica graduated in 2004 from Hawkeye Community College as a dental assistant. She is proud to be part of a great dental practice that has invested in the latest dental technology. With a friendly demeanor and positive attitude, Mica works well with our team members to help patients have a successful dental experience.

Mica and her husband, Josh, have two daughters, Harper and Harlow, and one son, Briggs. In her free time, Mica likes boating, traveling, and going to Iowa football games.

Ellen has been assisting at Dental Associates of Manchester since October 2012. She graduated from the Dental Assisting program at Kirkwood in August 2012 and finished her level I Expanded Functions in 2018. Ellen values patient trust and always strives for patients to have the best possible dental experience.

Ellen and her husband, Ryan, have two children, Oliver and Haddie. Ellen enjoys hunting and fishing with her dad and spending time outdoors with family.

Mindy has been a dental assistant since 1996 and joined our practice in the summer of 2014. Mindy strives to give her patients her undivided attention as well as thoroughly inform and comfort them in all of their dental needs.

Mindy and her husband, Chad, have two children, Ava and Cash. She enjoys coaching volleyball and basketball, running, golfing, volunteering at church and her children’s school, and spending time watching her children’s activities.

Brooke graduated from the Dental Assisting program at Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) in August 2022. She has been assisting at Dental Associates of Manchester since August 2022. Brooke is proud to be apart of a great family-oriented dental practice with all the latest dental technology.

In her free time, Brooke enjoys playing basketball and slow pitch softball, spending time with family and friends, being on the water, and working as a lifeguard at the Earlville pool.

Rachel was a dental assistant first and graduated from Kirkwood Community College dental hygiene program in May of 2024. She received the “Outstanding Clinician Award” and takes pride in providing great care to our patients. Rachel enjoys spending time with her family and friends, reading and doing anything outdoors with her Aussiedoodle, Frankie.

Connie has been with us for 30+ years. Connie brings a high level of experience in both the clinical and business areas of our practice. She worked as a registered dental assistant from 1987 until 2002. In June 2002, she became the office manager for our practice. She graduated in May 2003 from Upper Iowa University with a degree in business/human resource management. Connie is a caring professional and a great asset to our team.

Connie and her husband, Jon, have two grown children. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, performing and attending music events, supporting and volunteering several organizations in her community.

Mary has been with Dental Associates Of Manchester for over 30 years. She earned her degree at NICC in 1981. Mary enjoys being part of a team that strives to create a warm and friendly environment for our patients while bringing them the latest in dental technology and techniques.

Mary has three children, Alex, Noah, and Taylor, and a Goldendoodle, Remi. Mary enjoys boating, kayaking and other outdoor activities.

Jeni has been with Dental Associates of Manchester since 1996. She graduated from Kirkwood Community College as a medical secretary in 1993 and became a Registered Dental Assistant in 2001.
She is proud to be a part of a practice with dental professionals who stay up to date on the newest dental technology.

Jeni is married to Bob, and they have three sons: Brandon, Ben, and Blake. She loves camping and spending time with her boys.

Since 2007, Trudi has been helping patients at our practice. As our relationship coordinator, she greets patients as they enter our office and helps schedule dental hygiene appointments. Trudi graduated from the dental assisting program at NICC in 1996.

Trudi and her husband, Mark, have three children: Emmale, Carter, and Maleah. Her hobbies include shopping, spending time with family and friends, and attending her children’s events. She also enjoys maintaining her farm with her family.

Jill has been with our dental practice since 2002. In 1984, she became a Certified Dental Assistant through NICC. She enjoys working with our patients whether it be assisting or as an administrator.

Jill is married and has four children and one granddaughter. She enjoys spending time with her family; going to all of her son’s sporting events, NASCAR and boating.

Michelle has been with Dental Associates Of Manchester since 2013. She has several years of clinical and administrative dental experience. Michelle is proud to be part of a dental team that stays up to date on the latest technology to help ensure that our patients have the best possible dental experience.

Michelle and her husband, Dwight, have two sons, Tanner and Wyatt, and two Goldendoodles, Oddie and Gracie Jo. Michelle loves spending time with her family and friends, camping, kayaking and being outdoors. She enjoys attending all of her sons’ activities and watching football.

Amy is a 2002 Kirkwood Community College graduate in Dental Assisting. Having worked in the dental field for several years, Amy has experience in both clinical and administration aspects of dentistry.

Amy and her husband, Max, have two children, Dylan and Emma, and a dog named Higgins. She enjoys watching the kids’ activities, golfing, spending time with family and friends, and being outdoors.