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Dentist in Lansing, MI

All our professionals at Holly Scott-Hetchler DDS maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in dentistry.

Dr. Holly Scott-Hetchler

Lansing, MI Dentist

Holly Scott-Hetchler, DDS

Dr. Holly Scott-Hetchler grew up in Lansing, Michigan. She started out as a dental assistant and then attended Lansing Community College where she received an Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene (1994). While working as a dental hygienist she completed her Bachelors of Science degree at Michigan State University (1998). Dr. Scott-Hetchler then attended University of Detroit Mercy, School of Dentistry where she earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree (2002). She joined the practice in 2002 and transitioned ownership from Dr. Gerrit Gucky upon his retirement.

Dr Holly Scott-Hetchler is a member of the American Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association, and Central District Dental Society. She currently holds a seat on the Central District Dental Society Standard of Care Board on Peer Review.  Dr. Holly  has completed many continuing education seminars, including the prestigious Dawson Academy and Spear Education Institute. She has received certification in the areas of cosmetic improvement of smile, TMJ disorders, pediatric dentistry, and many more.

Every winter Lansing hosts the Silver Bells in the City lighted parade. For the past few years Dr. Holly Scott-Hetchler and her team have entered a lighted float of tooth fairy land. Dr. Holly is the tooth fairy and her team are tooth fairy land helpers. It is a fun family event for the entire team.

In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her husband Tom and their four children Kristina, Andy, Jacob, and Laura. The Hetchler family enjoys attending Michigan State University football games in the fall. GO GREEN!!! In the spring and summer they enjoy camping and spending time at the lake.

Office Manager

Jerri has worked in the dental field for over 10 years. She has  

worked as a Dental Assistant, a Dental Hygienist, and an office manager. Her experience and knowledge in all of the areas of the dental office is an asset that helps her to meet our patient's needs. Jerri attends continuing education not only for office manager training, but also to keep her skills as a Dental Hygienist up to date. 

Dental Business Team

Diane has been with our office for over 23 years. She works as a  
patient care coordinator and insurance liaison. Her skill at the front office and knowledge of dental insurance companies is an asset to our patients. Diane has attended continuing education seminars on many areas of dental office improvement.

Dental Hygienists

Christina worked as a dental assistant for 10 years and then returned to Lansing Community College to earn an Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene (1997). She has over 20 years of dental experience. Christina has worked in our office as a hygienist for over 12 years. She attends numerous continuing education seminars every year to help improve her skills as a hygienist.

Jessica has 6 years of dental experience. She started as a dental assistant after completing the Registered Dental Assistant program at Northwestern Michigan College (2004). After working as a dental assistant for a few years she returned to Lansing Community College and earned her Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene (2008). Jessica also works as an administrative assistant in our office. She is very dedicated to dentistry and recently took a mission trip to Ghana to teach young children. She helped teach them how to lead a healthy lifestyle and the importance of good oral hygiene. Jessica regularly attends continuing education seminars to help better her skills as a hygienist.

Dental Assistants

Ashlee is our lead dental assistant.  She has worked in a dental office for a number of years.   She regularly attends continuing education seminars to broaden her dental knowledge.   She is currently preparing to take her Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) exam.  Upon completion of this exam she will enroll in the Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) degree program.  Ashlee is a compassionate member of our team who provides superior chairside reassurance to our patients.

Katie has over 5 years of dental experience.  She began working as an administrative assistant and then transitioned to the clinical department.  Katie is currently a Certified dental assistant (CDA) and a Registered dental assistant (RDA).  She is a graduate of Washtenaw Community college RDA program.  Katie frequently attends continuing education seminars to expand her knowledge of dentistry.  She is a very dedicated member of our team.  In her spare time Katie enjoys running, skiing and spending time with family and friends.