Anna L. has been in the dental field since 1999 and joined Ankeny Dental Arts in 2017. She started as a dental assistant, and around 2005 she transitioned to full time at the front desk.  She has become an expert at all things pertaining to insurance, financials and treatment planning.  Anna is most likely who you will chat with when you call our office, and the friendly face you see coming and going from your appointments.

Anna grew up here in Ankeny and moved away for a few years. When she decided to start her family, her and her husband Nathan returned.  They have two beautiful daughters Samantha and Allison.   Outside of the office when Anna is not chasing her girls around, she enjoys camping and vacationing with her family and friends. 

Paula graduated from Des Moines Area Community College in 1991 with an AAA in Dental Hygiene.  She has been with Ankeny Dental Arts since 2002.  She values the time she has spent getting to know her patients and watching their families grow.  Paula is a kind and caring provider who will make sure you are comfortable and your questions are answered.

In her free time she enjoys spending time camping with her family and fur-babies, riding around in the Gator, and cleaning up around the acreage.  Not only is she good with a scaler, she is good with a chainsaw.  Paula has a love for anything with wheels and you might see her riding around in her convertible or on her motorcycle.  She is crafty and has many hobbies that keep her busy.  If you need a good cupcake, Paula is the one to call!

Anna G. graduated from DMACC with her Associates degree in Dental Hygiene in May 2018 and has been with Ankeny Dental Arts ever since.  Anna enjoys interacting with patients of all ages.  Her goal is to help patents be more comfortable in the dental chair and understand the importance of oral health. 

Away from work Anna enjoys finding the best hiking spots in Iowa with her husband and 2 dogs.  She spends most of her time with friends and family and loves to workout, whether it’s in the gym or playing volleyball.  She enjoys being outside where you will usually find her tending to her vegetable garden preparing to can salsa and other goodies.  GO HAWKS!   

Sarah attended Marshalltown Community College where she received her dental assisting training.  She is an expanded function assistant and has been with Ankeny Dental Arts since 2016.  Outside of the office, Sarah enjoys running, working out, doing anything outdoors, watching the Cubs, and spending time with family and grandkids! 

Katie is an expanded function dental assistant with 18 years of experience. She enjoys spending time with her family, going to concerts, reading, running, watching sports and traveling. Her goal is to provide efficiency in patient care and overall health. Making a patient SMILE, makes her SMILE. :D