Meet The Team


Julie

Office Manager

Prior to joining this practice in 1995 in her current capacity as office manager, she spent six years as a dental assistant gaining a knowledge and understanding of patient care during various dental procedures. Having experience both on the procedural side and the business side makes her a valuable asset to the practice!

As your insurance and billing specialist, she is also able to assist with explaining and understanding your insurance benefits and processing your dental claims, as well as discussing the financial aspects of your dental needs.

Julie's goal is for each patient to feel confident in our office, comfortable during visits, and always welcome. She is happy to answer your questions, schedule appointments, and discuss insurance benefits and treatment plans. She always goes above and beyond for all our patients!

Outside of the office, she loves spending time with her grandchildren, travelling, gardening, kayaking, camping, and being outdoors.

Julie is the face of our practice and your number one go-to for all questions!

 


Victoria

Registered Dental Hygienist

Victoria's interest in the dental field began when she was young.  It started with pulling out her little sister’s first loose baby tooth.  From there, she hit the ground running in the dental field by job shadowing many hours at a local dental office in Garden City, where she grew up.  She went on to study at Manhattan Area Technical College where she became a Registered Dental Hygienist.

 

"As your dental hygienist, my goal is to provide a comfortable and enjoyable cleaning experience while giving you the tools and education to care for your teeth at home."  

She enjoys getting to know each patient and finds it very rewarding to improve patient's oral health through quality dental care. She is here to assist you with any dental questions or concerns.

 

Outside of the dental office, Victoria is a very family-oriented person.  Often times on weekends you will find her and her husband  cheering on nieces and nephews, family events, or spending time outdoors. She loves going camping, kayaking, fishing, and gardening. 

Victoria is in your corner and here to help you! Let her know if you have any questions!


Liz

Dental Assistant

Liz has always loved to make people smile, leading her into dentistry. After finishing her Pre-Dental program at Northwest Missouri State, she went on to MCC Penn Valley Dental Assisting Program.  After meeting her now husband and step-son she moved to Topeka to continue her assisting career. Liz has since added another son to their family.

When she isn't chairside, you can most likely find her outside running with her two weimaraners, chasing her toddler, or camping around the lake. 

Liz's job to is assist Dr. Ziegler with procedures (among many other tasks) and to ensure that your visit is smooth and easy. She is here to make you comfortable!


Gina

Registered Dental Hygienist

Gina's journey in the dental field began in high school after years of orthodontic work that produced a smile she became very confident with.   Following that she became a proponent for good oral hygiene for herself, family, and friends. This led her to job shadowing at a variety of dental offices in Topeka and she decided to pursue a career in dental hygiene. She studied at Johnson County Community College and became a Registered Dental Hygienist. 

 Gina's goal is to help per patients feel comfortable and to provide proper oral health education tailored to each patient's needs.

Outside of work Gina spends many hours training in the gym in preparation for strongman and powerlifting competitions. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, camping, and fishing.

Gina will provide you with all the tools success in keeping healthy teeth!


Linette

Scheduling Coordinator

Linette has been working in dentistry for 18 years.  She spent 17 years in Oral Surgery as an office manage and has been with us for a year now working at the front desk.

"It is so great to be a part of this team of very compassionate and caring people that make the patients feel so comfortable and relaxed during their dental treatment."

Linette's passion is helping people both in the dental office and by volunteer work in the community.

In her free time, there is a good chance you will find her on the pickleball courts or spending time with her grandkids in Colorado.

Let Linette know how she can help you!