Dental Staff

Dr. Hess is a graduate of the Marquette University School of Dentistry. He completed a general practice residency in Portland, Oregon before returning to Sheboygan to start his own practice.

Dr. Hess is a member of many dental organizations including:

• Wisconsin Dental Association (WDA)
• American Dental Association (ADA)
• Academy of General Dentists (AGD)
• Spear Faculty Club Member
• Sheboygan County Dental Society (SCDS)

Dr. Hess served as the President of the Sheboygan County Dental Society and also held positions on the Board of Directors, as a WDA delegate, and Vice-President for the SCDS.

Dr. Hess enjoys providing dental care for those less fortunate through the Salvation Army Dental Clinic and the Lakeshore Community Dental Clinic. Dr. Hess has participated in Climb for a Cause in which over $60,000 in funds, goods and services were raised for Operation Smile. Dr. Hess along with 14 other dentists climbed to the summit of Mt. Rainier in support of this cause. Since 1982, OperationSmile, a private, not-for-profit volunteer medical services organization, has been providing dentistry, reconstructive surgery, and related health care to children and young adults. Together, they have provided life-changing surgery to over 15,000 children in twelve countries and over 20,000 children here in the US.

Dr. Hess enjoys many activities in his free time including golf, triathlons, whitewater rafting, downhill skiing and coaching his daughter's basketball team.

Sara is a graduate of UW-Madison. Before joining our team, she worked for oral surgery practices in Madison and Milwaukee. In addition, she was employed by a dental consulting organization in Appleton. Sara joined our dental team when the practice first opened in September of 2000. Her interests include travel, triathlons, running, waterskiing, and downhill skiing. Sara recently qualified for the Boston Marathon. She enjoys watching her daughter's sporting events and spending time with her family and friends. 

Mindy has worked in the dental field since 1995. Before becoming a dental hygienist, she worked as both a receptionist and dental assistant. She recevied her dental hygiene degree from the Milwaukee Area Technical Institute and has worked in our practice since 2003. She is certified in both CPR and local anesthetic delivery. Mindy's friendly smile always makes patients feel comfortable. Her outside interests include horseback riding, waterskiing, running, and biking. Mindy and her husband stay busy bringing their three children to hockey, gymnastics, soccer, skiing lessons, and baseball. 

Erin is a graduate from Sheboygan South High School and received her Dental Assistant diploma from Lakeshore Technical College in 2015. She joined our team in 2017. Erin brings lots of energy and enthusiasm to our practice. While not at the dental office, you can find Erin working out, baking, and doing Pinterest projects. She also enjoys spending time with her friends and family.