The Team
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Karsin is the heart of our practice operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. She oversees insurance and billing and keeps our day-to-day activities running efficiently and with great care.
Karsin’s dental career began in the U.S. Army, where she served as a dental assistant in a Combat Support Hospital. Her military background built the strong organizational skills and dedication to patient care that she brings to our team every day.
Outside the office, Karsin enjoys discovering new spots around town, spending time outdoors, and relaxing with her two dogs, Reagan and Bruno! |
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Stacy is our hygiene coordinator here at Breton Gardens and has been a member of our team for 20 years! Stacy began as an assistant but transitioned to an administrative role where she now serves as our go-to IT girl! Stacy’s dental experience and Computer Science degree lend to her ability to keep our office running smoothly. When Stacy isn’t too busy with our tech needs, she stays busy outside of work spending time with her husband and five kids skiing, camping, and other mini vacations. |
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Kristen has over 20 years of experience in the dental field as a Registered Dental Assistant! Her extensive clinical knowledge allows her to guide patients through their treatment plans with confidence and care, ensuring they feel informed and supported every step of the way.
Outside of the office, Kristen is a proud mom to three wonderful children who keep her busy and on her toes. She loves all things outdoors, including camping, walking, biking, and swimming. |
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Shelby began her dental career right here at Breton Gardens Family Dentistry, where she worked as a chairside dental assistant for eight years. Today, she’s the smiling face that welcomes you when you arrive! Shelby loves helping patients feel comfortable, informed, and supported every step of the way. She takes pride in ensuring that new patients have a smooth transition into our care and that everyone feels heard and valued.
Outside of work, Shelby is an animal lover with a passion for rescue. She enjoys traveling, spending time with family, and hanging out with her dog, Odin.. |
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Catherine is one of our rockstar hygienists who has been with BGFD since 2011! Her laughter is contagious and can be heard brightening up our patients’ days throughout the office. Along with her role as a dental hygienist, she assists with our annual radiology certification as well as our water purification processes. We are so lucky to have Catherine on our team!
Catherine enjoys spending time with her husband outside of work and is kept busy with her two very active daughters! |
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Nicole is one of our busy hygienists here at BGFD and we love how passionate she is about dentistry and her patients! Nicole found her love for dentistry after numerous years of orthodontics and jaw surgery - it was ultimately a positive experience where she learned about the field and gained first-hand experience to share with her patients! Outside of work, Nicole is a top-notch disc golfer and organizes tournaments across the state of Michigan. She also enjoys being a mom, cooking, and baking sweet treats! |
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Janelle is one of our knowledgeable and experienced hygienists at BGFD! Janelle has been working in the dental field since just shy of her 16th birthday which lends to her ability to provide thorough, personalized patient care with excellent customer service.
Janelle is currently continuing her education at Ferris State and mentoring aspiring hygienists. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her friends, two dogs, and taking trips to Lake Michigan. |
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Jess’s passion for helping others and the dental field landed her as a Registered Dental Assistant here at BGFD! While Jess works chairside with Dr. Fleetwood, she also oversees all clinical ordering for the office and maintains the OSHA/infection control standards with monthly classes and screenings for the team.
Jess does everything 110% and she carries that into her personal life. Her time is usually spent with her family and dog - they enjoy reading, camping, cooking, sports (Go Blue!), and tricky puzzles. |
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Since joining BGFD as Dr. Fleetwood’s dental assistant, Amanda has continued her education and obtained her RDA certification! Amanda’s organizational skills are unmatched - she coordinates assistant meetings, machine maintenance, and specialty procedure supplies such as implant parts & endodontic supplies!
Amanda's love for helping others doesn't stop with her work - her rescue dogs are her pride and joy! She enjoys reading and game nights, her favorite being Dungeons and Dragons. |
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Jordan joined the Breton Gardens team in 2023 as a Registered Dental Assistant and quickly became a shining light in our office! Her kindness, laughter, and cheerfulness spread positivity to whoever she is around. Jordan manages all of our emergency equipment, so we are prepared for any situation.
When Jordan isn’t at the office, she enjoys reading, hiking, and running (while also hating it at the same time!). If you really want to win her over, strike up a conversation about Star Wars or Harry Styles. |
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| Danielle joined our BGFD team in 2023 as a Registered Dental Assistant! Danielle works alongside our doctors to provide excellent care for our patients. When Danielle isn’t chairside assisting, she manages small equipment repairs and helps ensure proper sterilization procedures are followed. In her free time, Danielle enjoys spending time with her significant other, their daughter, and their pug, Milo. She also loves cooking and traveling! |
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Holly lights up our practice with her incredible energy and warmth! Always ready to lend a helping hand, Holly is a vital support to both our team and our patients. She also oversees our sterilization equipment, ensuring our state-of-the-art supplies stay in top condition and run efficiently.
When she's not at the office, Holly loves soaking up the sun, experimenting with new dinner recipes, and exploring new places with her spouse and their sweet Labrador, Nova! |