At the core of our dental practice is a friendly team of professionals that are dedicated to your utmost comfort and optimal oral health. We view each patient as a unique individual, and tailor each treatment to your specific needs. As part of our commitment to providing close, personalized attention to every patient, we want to encourage patient communication. Please know that we are here to provide outstanding patient care, and that we value the trust you have placed in us.
Stacey, Office Administrator
Stacey joined our team in October of 2015 as our Hygiene Coordinator. In January 2023, she transitioned from our Treatment Coordinator, at the front desk, to the Office Administrator. You may have noticed recently that Stacey has not been at the front desk greeting you with her smile, but rest assured that she is still with our practice! Stacey misses seeing all the patients and loves when patients stop by her office to say Hi! Stacey strives to make sure the office runs smoothly and is constantly looking for ways to improve the patient experience.
Stacey has been married to her husband Paul since 2008, and lives outside of Mifflin with their two teenage children. Outside of the office, Stacey is involved in her children’s many school activities/sports along with remodeling/decorating their 100-year-old farmhouse.
Jamie, Virtual Patient Advocate and Insurance Coordinator
Jamie has been with Priest dental since October 2020 and began her career as the Treatment Coordinator. Just short of a year with us, her family relocated to the Sunshine State of Florida where she now works remotely. Jamie is the Virtual Patient Advocate and Insurance Coordinator. She has over 16 years’ experience working with insurance. She enjoys relaxing by her pool and spending time on the beautiful beaches of Florida with her husband and kids.
Jo Ellen, Hygiene Coordinator
Jo Ellen has been with the practice 19 years, and is the Hygiene Coordinator. She assists patients on the phone and at the Hygiene Desk. She provides excellent customer service through detailed and thorough interaction with each patient. Her favorite part of her job is interacting with the patients that are seen at our office. Jo Ellen prides herself with being compassionate and empathetic to patient’s needs. Kindness is the KEY!
Jo Ellen is married to her husband John and lives in Ashland. They have three grown children and four adorable grandchildren. When not at the office, Jo Ellen can be found crafting, reading, or spending time with family and her dogs.
Maya, Patient Care Coordinator
Maya joined the practice in August of 2021 and has loved being a part of the team from the very start. She oversees everything that goes into an appointment with our dentists from scheduling to insurance and beyond. One of her favorite parts of her day is sharing a smile with her patients. Her goal is to make sure each patient feels safe, welcome and appreciated. Fun fact: Maya has the best Prize Box in the office and VERY close connections with The Tooth Fairy. Kiddos often arrive to their appointments nervous and unsure so Maya does her best to ease their minds about the dentist.
Outside of the office, Maya loves cooking, reading and trying new (and old favorite) restaurants with her husband. She is a fur mom to Francine the black lab and two kitties, Bug and Worm.
Lilly, Patient Coordinator
Lilly joined Priest Dental in May of 2025 as a Patient Coordinator. She is a 2024 graduate of Hillsdale High School. After graduation she attended the Dental Assisting program at the Ashland County West-Holmes Career Center. Along with being a Registered Dental Assistant, she has her radiology and CPR certifications. She is very eager to continue her education to further contribute to the practice. She enjoys talking and getting to know the patients.
Outside of the office, she loves to travel with her fiance. She also enjoys baking, reading, riding SxS, and spending time with her family.
Ginger, Dental Hygienist
Ginger joined the practice in 1996, making 2023 her 27th year with us. She graduated from the dental hygiene program in 1995 from The Ohio State University branch in Lima, OH. Her passion for treating her patients with the best care and educating them about their dental health fuels her excellence every day. Ginger’s positive attitude is one of her most notable qualities, alongside her contagious “Ginger Giggle”. All these qualities combined with her incredible work ethic make her indispensable to the Priest Dental team.
When away from the office, Ginger likes to be outdoors and spend quality time with her family.
Tara, Dental Hygienist
Tara joined our pratice in 2010. She graduated in 2008 from Lorain Community College with an Applied Science degree in Dental Hygiene.She enjoys building dental relationships, but also loves getting to know each patient personally as well. The comfort level that her patients have reported as well as her relationship with the office staff is unmatched. She strives to inspire patients to become educated in their oral health both in and out of the office. She possesses a great work ethic and enjoys working with anyone she encounters!
Rachelle, Dental Hygienist
Rachelle has been a dental hygienist since 2009. She graduated from West Liberty University with a Bachelor of Science degree in dental hygiene. She has been with Priest Dental since 2021 as a part time hygienist. She enjoys building relationships, serving her patients, and educating each one about how to have the healthiest mouth possible.
Tonda, Dental Hygienist
Tonda has been with Priest Dental since 2019 and has over 13 years of experience in the dental field. Tonda received her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene as well as her Expanded Functions of Dental Assisting from The Ohio State University in 2010. Her investment in her patients’ general well-being is at the root of her thorough and dedicated care. When seeing each patient, she is diligent with both her dental treatment and education to every patient regarding their oral health and all it entails.
Tonda is married to Todd and has three incredible children- Ian, Lydia, and Simon. Outside of the office, she keeps herself busy with her family, biking, swimming, baking, reading, and attending her church.
Sonya, Dental Assistant
Sonya joined the Priest Dental team in May of 2016. She completed her formal dental assisting training from the Ashland County West Holmes Career Center in 2014. In addition to her dental assisting, she also obtained her radiography certificate and is CODA (Certified Ohio Dental Assistant) certified. In addition to continuing education, Sonya became a certified phlebotomist in 2017. She enjoys interacting with patients and helping them feel comfortable during appointments. Sonya is looking forward to broadening her dental background through continuing education this year and is always eager to learn.
Outside the office, Sonya enjoys spending time with her five children, gardening, and baking as well as volunteering at her church.
Mandy, Dental Assistant and EFDA
Mandy began her dental career in 2001 and has been hard at work adding to her credentials since. She received her Expanded Function Dental Assistant certification from Case Western Reserve in 2020. Mandy is heavily involved in the implant and restoration process and has never been known to shy away from a challenge. In addition to her dental expertise, Mandy also assists with the facial aesthetic treatments we offer at Priest Dental.
In her free time Mandy can be found spending time with her husband, dogs, friends, and family. In the warmer months, she enjoys riding her Susuki Boulevard
Amber, Dental Assistant
Amber joined our team as a dental assistant in 2017 and has over 20 years of experience in the dental field. She is a graduate of Ashland High school and continued her education at Stark State where she received her Coronal Polishing certification in 2018. Amber additionally has radiology certification through The State of Ohio as well as CPR certification through the American Heart Association. All her clinical expertise combined with her kind-hearted and understanding demeanor make her a most valuable asset to the Priest Dental practice.
In her free time, Amber enjoys attending her two daughter’s basketball and volleyball games with her husband, Scott.
Jill, Dental Assistant
Jill began her career as a dental assistant for Dr. Michael Spreng over 35 years. She was his neighbour and he asked her to be his dental assistant. She had no experience. He showed her everything she needed to know. As many of you know Dr. Spreng retired in 2020 and she is happy to step back from full time assisting and now handles the sterilization, GLO (for whitening) and assists the EFDA’s when needed. She enjoys reading, going to antique shops, taking walks, especially with her ‘dog’ Nellie Mae, loves going out to eat and shopping with her girlfriends.
She also enjoys lots of outdoor activities. In 2019, she got engaged to Jon. She feels very blessed to have another chance at love. When she is at work she enjoys talking with patients and getting to know them. Jill said she has always been a hugger so any chance a patient wants a hug, it is great! They are special to her, not just patients.
Jaeda, Dental Hygienist
Jaeda has been a dental hygienist since 2008. She graduated from Lorain County Community College with Applied Science degree in Dental Hygiene. She has been with the practice for little over 2 yrs. She really enjoys building relationships with patients, and educating patients about their oral health.
When away from the office, Jaeda enjoys attending her son & daughters sporting events.
Megan, Dental Hygienist
Megan has been a hygienist since 2019. She graduated with her Associates Degree in Applied Science in Dental Hygiene from Lorain County Community College. Megan has been with Priest Dental since 2024 and has enjoyed using her skills and experience to serve patients in her hometown. Her favorite part of working in dentistry is building relationships with her patients!
Megan married her high school sweetheart, Zack, in 2020 and they have 2 young daughters- Maisyn and Blakely. When she's not in the office, you can find Megan spending time with her family. In the summer they enjoy trips to Cedar Point.
Courtney, Dental Assistant
Courtney first joined our practice in 2019. She and her husband relocated the following year to North Carolina and has since returned to Ashland to be near family. We welcomed her back at the end of 2024! She has been in the dental field for 8 years. She received her education from Ashland County Career Center; achieving her registered dental assistant certificate and radiology license. She loves chatting with patients, building friendships, and helping patients feel comfortable in the dental chair.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, being outdoors, gardening, and horseback riding.
Mallorie, Financial Coordinator
Mallorie has been with Priest Dental since October 2024 and is our financial coordinator. She's been in the dental field for 12 years. She enjoys building relationships with patients and understanding their needs.
She was born and raised in Danville, Ohio and currently resides in Ashland with her husband Shaun and their two children, Eleanor and Hazel. They're Cedar Point enthusiasts. Her hobbies outside of work include reading, fishing, and going for walks. One quirky fact about her is she's a Harry Potter nerd.