Surgical and Prosthetic Dental AssistantKaren

Karen is a surgical and prosthetic dental assistant at Oral Implants and Reconstructive Dentistry. In her role, she assists the doctors in placing and restoring dental implants. Karen takes pride in helping people who are unhappy with their smile.

Her interest in dentistry came about while working as a restaurant manager. She wanted to do something more meaningful and is happy to have found that with the team at Oral Implants and Reconstructive Dentistry.

With over 34 years in the dental industry, Karen became a graduate of the Midwest Implant Institute assistant program in 1992 and completed Radiographer training at The Ohio State University.

In her free time, Karen enjoys listening to music, playing guitar, fishing, and rescuing animals. She owns seven rescue dogs and volunteers at the CHA Animal Shelter and for Sophia’s Grace Foundation. She also once sat on stage at the Grand Ole Opry.