Meet the Hearts Behind the Smile
Our dedicated staff bring expertise and compassion to every aspect of your dental care. From scheduling to treatment, each professional plays a vital role in ensuring your comfort and satisfaction.
Echo
Office Manager
Echo brings a strong blend of leadership and clinical expertise to our team. As Office Manager and an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant, she helps keep the office running smoothly while ensuring each patient receives personalized, high-quality care. She is CEREC certified, a graduate of Lake Michigan College, and has been a valued member of the team since 2013.
Outside the office, Echo is married and has two daughters. She enjoys traveling, relaxing by the pool, spending time outdoors, and making memories with her family—along with her four beloved dogs.
Rachel
Business Assistant
Rachel brings over 20 years of experience in the dental field, with a background in both clinical and front office roles. Her well-rounded expertise and commitment to patient care help ensure each visit is smooth, welcoming, and stress-free. Outside the office, Rachel enjoys being outdoors, unwinding with her dog Diesel, and spending quality time with her family, especially her niece.
Sherry
Dental Hygienist
Sherry has over 40 years of experience as a dental assistant and has been a trusted member of Dr. Buzz’s team for more than 20 years. She loves caring for her patients and helping them feel comfortable during their visits. Outside the office, Sherry is married, has two grown sons, five grandsons, and enjoys spending time with her dog, Chuck.
Tish
Dental Hygienist
Tish is an experienced dental hygienist and a graduate of Indiana University South Bend who is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and continuing education. Outside the office, she enjoys boating, golfing, camping, and traveling with her family. A proud grandmother of two, Tish remains just as passionate about patient care today as when she began her career.
Debbie
Business Assistant
Debbie is the friendly face who welcomes patients to our office. She joined the practice in 2020 and brings over 18 years of customer service experience. Known for building strong relationships and putting patients at ease, she’s always happy to help.
Outside the office, Debbie enjoys gardening, traveling, attending concerts with her husband, and spending time with family, especially her grandson.
Megan
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Megan is an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant known for her precision, skill, and friendly approach to patient care. She began her dental training at Ross Medical in 2017 and completed advanced training at the Indiana School of Dentistry in 2021. Outside the office, Megan enjoys life as a wife and mom to two young boys, spending time at campgrounds, tending to her flowerbeds, and attending car shows with her family.
Melissa
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Melissa began her dental career in 2001 and is a graduate of the IUSB Dental Assisting Program. She has earned her EFDA, CDA, and CPFD credentials and brings years of experience and advanced training to patient care.
Outside the office, Melissa is an avid animal lover who supports cat rescue and TNR efforts. She’s married to her high school sweetheart and is a proud mom to two children, Ivan and Isadora.
Vicki
Dental Hygienist
With over 30 years of experience, Vicki brings expertise, compassion, and a calming presence to every patient visit. A graduate of IUSB, she joined the practice in 2020 and is dedicated to helping patients feel comfortable while achieving healthy smiles. Outside the office, Vicki enjoys lake days, time with family and friends, and spoiling her dog, Bella. She’s married, has an adult son, and is a proud grandmother to her grandson.