Meet the Team

We recognize that all 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.

Amanda

Practice Manager of Operations

Amanda brings over a decade of experience in the dental field to our practice. She graduated from University of the Cumberlands in 2010 with dual degrees in public health administration and health exercise sports science. Since beginning her career in dentistry, Amanda has cultivated a deep understanding of clinical operations, team dynamics, and excellent patient care. She plays a pivotal role in overseeing the day-to-day operations and work flow of the practice, ensuring great care to not only the patients, but to Dr. Pohl and the rest of the team as well. Her leadership style emphasizes empowerment and accountability, and she delegates tasks to ensure maximum productivity and success.

Outside of work, Amanda enjoys a vibrant personal life with her fiancé, Derek, her daughter, Cora, and their beloved pets - Bailey and Luna. She is an avid coffee enthusiast who loves exploring new local coffee shops, and she is a devoted fan of the Hallmark channel. When she isn't spending quality time with her family, she finds joy in baking cakes and cookies, often sharing her sweet creations with friends and loved ones.

 

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Alicia

Dental Hygienist

Alicia graduated from Sinclair at the top of her class in 2006. She joined our office the following year to help patients achieve ideal oral health through preventive maintenance and cleanings. Along with Dr. Pohl, Alicia takes a collaborative approach to care to ensure that patients receive the best and most comprehensive treatment. She enjoys the challenge to stay current on new research in the field and continually advance her skills.

Alicia is happily married to her husband Caleb. When she’s not working, you will find her taking a yoga class, reading a book, or going on walks with her husband.

 

Courtney

Dental Hygienist

Courtney graduated Magna Cum Laude from Dental Hygiene school at UC Blue Ash in 2019. She joined our practice in 2024 when she moved to Kentucky. She loves building relationships with patients and always ensures they leave with clean, healthy smiles.

Courtney is a big fan of reality TV and spending time with her family and friends.

 

Elizabeth

Dental Hygienist

Elizabeth graduated from UC Blue Ash's dental hygiene program in 2015. She has over a decade of experience in providing excellent patient care and creating healthy smiles. 

When not working, Elizabeth loves being in nature and spending time with her family, friends, and pets. 

 

 

 

Loni

Expanded Duties Dental Assistant

Loni attended the University of Kentucky for radiology and has more than 27 years of experience in dentistry. She has been with Buttermilk Family & Cosmetic Dentistry since 2001, where she enjoys helping patients get the treatment they need and deserve. She educates patients so they understand their diagnosis while providing world-class customer service.

Loni is married with two beautiful children: an older son and a teen daughter. Outside of work, she spends all her free time with family and friends.

Shelly

Expanded Duties Dental Assistant

Shelly graduated from the University of Kentucky in 2002 where she completed her degree in applied science dental technology. She has 20 years of experience in the dental field. She assists Dr. Pohl with procedures and enjoys creating one-on-one connections with each of the patients. When Shelly is not at work, she spends her time with her children Braylon, Kiyan and Laiklynn. She enjoys watching them play sports. 

 

Tonya

Expanded Duties Dental Assistant

Tonya has been in the dental field for 16 years, and has been with Heartland for 13 of those years. She assists Dr. Pohl on treatment and is always sure to treat each patient like family. We can always count on her to do a great job, while also making great connections with patients.

While not working, Tonya loves to spend time with her family, including her life partner and their 5 children, their many pets, and her wonderful friends.

 

Jayla 

Business Assistant

Jayla graduated the Dental Assisting program at Scarlet Oaks vocational school with straight A’s in 2021. She was a clinical hygiene assistant for 3 years before switching to a business role in 2024. She is very friendly and loves to help others. She is also very passionate and knowledgable about dental health.

Outside of work, Jayla loves to spend time with her husband Tyler, her son Jesse, her dog Cooper, and her 2 cats - Klaus and Damon. She is also a musician and loves listening to music, attending concerts, singing, and playing various instruments. Her other hobbies including watching TV series', travelling, and taking naps. 

 

Sara

Business Assistant

Sara graduated dental assisting school in spring 2024, and began her role as a business assistant that fall. 

While not at work, she loves spending time in nature and being active with her husband, 2 kids, and 2 dogs.

 

Kristina

Business Assistant

Kristina graduated from Brown Mackey college in 2013 with a degree in healthcare administration. She is new to dentistry, but eager to learn and provides excellent patient experiences in the process. 

Kristina loves watching sports and is an avid Bengals and UK fan. She loves spending time with her 3 daughters, McKenzie, Kylee, and Karlee. Her hobbies include camping, cooking, and baking sweet treats.