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Meet the Team

We recognize that all of our patients are unique and deserve to receive dental care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented dental team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding dental experience every time you visit our practice.

We are pleased to welcome you and your family, and we look forward to working with you.


Rebecca

Rebecca

Lead Dental Assistant

Rebecca is Dr. Harshberger's lead assistant and has been with the office for more than ten years. She enjoys the science of prosthodontic dentistry and implantology and finds a lot of satisfaction in assisting patients in achieving their smile goals. She is cross-trained and can track claims and schedule patients, and acts as a case manager and liaison between referring oral surgeons, labs, and patients.

 

Marissa

Marissa

Hygienist

Marissa graduated from the University of Missouri - Kansas City (UMKC) with a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene. As one of our hygienists, she provides gentle, through cleanings while helping patients understand how to care for their oral health at home. She shares our office’s goal of providing high-quality care and making every patient feel comfortable.

In her free time, Marissa enjoys painting, listening to music, going to concerts, and traveling.

 

Sarah

Sarah Jo

Front Desk / Dental Assistant

Sarah Jo’s friendly smile is one of the first things our patients see when they come to Premier Dental. In addition to giving a warm welcome to patients in the office, she also helps plan activities and events for our office in the community! Sarah Jo delivers exceptional customer service while enabling our patients to achieve the best possible smile.

Sarah Jo is a mother of three handsome boys, all of whom are involved in boxing and football. When she’s not in the office or spending time with her sons, Sarah Jo works as a nail tech.

 

Shalea

Shalea

Office Manager

Shalea joined Premier Dental in 2018 after graduating from dental assisting school. With her additional experience with administrative responsibilities, she excels in giving our staff the tools and support needed to give our patients the best care possible. Shaela’s goal is to make our patients smile!

Outside of work, Shalea enjoys traveling with her three sons. She also loves spending rainy days curled up with her pets, watching a good movie.