HYGIENISTS
Kellen Churchill, RDH
Greetings! I was born and raised in Rome, GA where I currently live with my wife, Heather, and my daughter, Kaylyn. I enjoy spending time with family and working with my hands when I’m not with them; either drawing, painting, or doing a number of other hands-on projects. I graduated Georgia Highlands College with my Associate's of Science in Dental Hygiene in 2014, where I was a part of the first class in eight years to graduate with a full hygiene class.
I was nominated to the Georgia Highlands College Dental Hygiene Advisory Board and have served on it since 2016 where I advise students and offer insight about anything from newer technology to new procedures and techniques to the Director of Dental Hygiene and surrounding dentists in the community. I am also involved with the state accreditation of the program.
What I’m passionate about most with this field is I enjoy the feeling that I’m helping people with their smile, health, and overall well-being. I feel like I’m part of a great team here and feel very blessed to assist you with your dental needs!
Carey Dobson, EDH
My name is Carey. I have been a Dental Hygienist for 29 years and have been a part of Allatoona Family Dental for 25 of those years. I enjoy helping patients overcome their fear of the Dentist while helping them with their oral health.
I was born and raised here in Cartersville. I have two grown children, Wes and Tinsley. I enjoy traveling especially to the beach, spending time with family, antiquing, and supporting local sport teams the Atlanta braves and the Atlanta Falcons.
Katie Kallett, RDH
I earned my Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene from Georgia Highlands College in 2014. I have greatly enjoyed my career choice; I love being able to help my patients maintain healthy, beautiful smiles.
I currently live in Rome, Ga with my husband, Tommy. We have two dogs--a Golden Retriever, Ruger, and a Labrador Retriever, Bear. In our free time, we enjoy being outdoors, and traveling to new places.
Gretchen Elliott, RDH
Hi, my name is Gretchen Elliott. I was born and raised in Jacksonville, FL. I got to the great state of Georgia by way of a softball scholarship to Valdosta State University. After graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, I decided to pursue a career in Dental Hygiene. I have now been a Hygienist for 17 years.
I am married with 2 bonus daughters and 4 kids of my own. Cannon 19, Addison 17, Madison 17, Hudson 11, Easton 8 and our newest little surprise is Emmerson, who is 7 months old. Our family LOVES football and anything outside!
Lindsey Brown, RDH
Hey y'all, my name is Lindsey! I am a resident of LaFayette, GA and have lived there all of my life. I am married to my high school sweet heart. His name is Logan and we have been together for almost 10 years. We have 2 pups named Frank and Moo who we adore more than anything. When I am not at work you can usually find me at the beach, mountains, or spending time with my family. I am an ice cream enthusiast, horror movie addict, and love to travel whenever I can. I graduated from Georgia Highlands College in Rome in 2019. I obtained my Associates of Science in Dental Hygiene during this time. I love meeting new people and getting to know my patients. My goal is that you leave with a clean mouth and a smile. I am excited to be part of the team at Allatoona Family Dental! I look forward to helping patients with their dental needs!
ASSISTANTS
Windy Arrington, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
I grew up and have lived here in Bartow County my entire life. I have been married for over 20 years to my wonderful husband, Daniel and we have one son, Nathaniel. In my free time I enjoy scrapbooking, camping and quality time with my family.
I have worked with Dr. Fitzgerald for over 17 years. The thing I like best about my job is meeting and talking with patients about their dental needs.
Erika Brock, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Hello! Welcome to our office! My name is Erika I have been an expanded functions dental assistant for 12 years. I joined Allatoona Family Dental in 2013 after the birth of my first child. I love my job because I can help people have a beautiful smile, more confidence and ideal dental health. My goal every day is to make our patients very comfortable with treatment.
My husband Dusty and I have been married since 2010. We have one beautiful daughter Hadley who was born in June 2013. We also have a Chocolate Lab Timber who is supposed to be a "hunting" dog, but he is more of a family member than a dog. When not at work we enjoy spending our extra time outdoors, and traveling.
Jo Benton, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Hi, I am Josephine "Jo" Benton. I am a 24 year veteran of the U.S. Army and have been in the dental field since the mid-nineties. My favorite part of my job is watching apprehensive patients grow comfortable.
I enjoy reading and pretending to work out. I enjoy spending time with my two children Jasmine & Jonathan and my four grandchildren, Brynleigh, Braylon, Ja'Hailyn, & Bella.
Gabby Cunah, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Hi! My name is Gabrielly but everyone calls me Gabby. I was born in Brazil but moved to America when I was 5 years old. I graduate from Dental Career Institution and have been loving the dental field. I love being able to meet new people and help them achieve their ideal goal in their dental needs/expectations. On my free time, I enjoy going on adventures with my family and friends and going on beach trips any chance I can get.
Hannah Grant, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Hannah was born and raised in Powder Springs, GA. She graduated from Dental Careers Institute program with a Dental Assistant Certificate along with expanded duties in 2018. Hannah believes dental offices should not be a place of fear and strives to be as helpful as possible going above and beyond for patients and their needs. When she isn`t at work she can be found shopping and riding ATV.
FRONT DESK
Bianca Quezada, Hygiene Coordinator:
Hey! My name is Bianca, I was born in San Diego California but moved to Cartersville at the age of 14. I have been in the dental field since 2015. I have 2 beautiful daughters, Samantha and Salma. In my free time I enjoy traveling to new places, trying out new restaurants, reading, and working out.
Kristie Townsend, Front Office Team Lead
Hi, my name is Kristie. I have a wonderful little girl named Ava, 1 cats, and our biggest baby is our Great Dane named Bodi. I graduated in 2006 from Coosa Valley College Dental Assisting Program and was awarded most outstanding Dental Assistant. I have worked in the dental field for over 10 years now and love it. Helping people smile and feel confident about themselves is the best part of my job.
Sam Fort, Practice Administrator
I was born and raised in the beautiful state of Minnesota. What was once a great place to live, at this stage of life is now only a great place to visit. I graduated from Coon Rapids Sr. High in June 1975.
After graduation, I joined the U.S. Navy in 1975 and attended boot camp in San Diego, CA in January 1976. From there I was sent to Meridian Mississippi for Storekeeper School. Upon graduation from SK school, I was send to the “REAL” Navy in Keflavik, Iceland. After a bitter cold one year’s time, I was sent to Charleston, SC where I served aboard the U.S.S. Orion, a submarine tender. After learning that my wife was pregnant with our first child and being told that she couldn’t go overseas with me, I ended my time with the Navy and was honorably discharged in December 1979.
I am the father of 4 children and I have 9 grandchildren. In my spare time, I enjoy Braves baseball, both Atlanta and Rome, and golf. I started with Allatoona Family Dental in July of 2007 as the front desk receptionist. I am now the practice administrator. I love working in the dental field. The people I work with are the best in the business and a pleasure to work with. This is a great team of professionals who take their jobs seriously and love what they do. In my 10+ years here, Allatoona Family Dental has grown into a full service practice that offices their patients a full line of dental procedures. I hope you choose to join our FAMILY. I know you won’t regret it.
Adira "Dee" Bailey, Patient Coordinator
Hi there. My name is Adira Bailey, but my friends call me "Dee". I am Georgia born and raised. I have been in the dental field since 2010. I love making people smile! I have 3 grown sons, Michael, Gaylan, and Jeremiah. I also have my very first grandchild on the way. In my free time I like to travel with my man Stan, taking walks on the beach, but there is nothing better than sitting on the couch watching the FALCONS play!