• 412 Crystal Street, Cary, IL 60013
  • (847) 516-1100
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“Absolutely AMAZING team. I have dental anxiety and so does my 6-year-old daughter. I have been going to Cary Dental Associates since 2017. I walk in with a smile and leave with one.”

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Ashley

Meet Ashley, our dedicated Patient Care Coordinator at Cary Dental. With over a decade of experience, Ashley’s journey with our practice began as an assistant, showcasing her commitment to dental care. After a hiatus to nurture her growing family, Ashley has returned to our team in a new role, bringing a wealth of knowledge and a passion for patient well-being. 

Ashley is not just a professional; she’s a proud mother of two wonderful children, a son, and a daughter. Her first-hand experience with balancing family life uniquely positions her to understand the diverse needs of our patients. As a Patient Care Coordinator, Ashley leverages her profound understanding of dental procedures to educate and comfort patients. Her warm and compassionate approach creates a welcoming atmosphere, ensuring that each patient feels at ease throughout their dental journey.

In her role, Ashley is dedicated to guiding patients through their treatment plans, facilitating appointments and addressing any questions or concerns they may have. Her commitment to excellent patient care is reflected in her ability to establish strong connections and provide personalized support.

Outside of the office, Ashley finds joy in spending quality time with her children. Additionally, she shares her passion for dance by coaching the Woodstock High School dance team. Showcasing her involvement and leadership in the community. 

With Ashley on board, you can trust that your dental experience at Cary Dental will be not only professional but also caring and supportive. She looks forward to assisting you on your journey to optimal oral health. 

Katelyn

Katelyn

Before becoming a registered dental hygienist, Katelyn worked as a dental assistant starting in 2016. She earned her Associate in Applied Science in Dental Hygiene from the College of Lake County in 2022 and is certified in nitrous oxide, local anesthesia, and CPR, ensuring patients receive a safe and comfortable experience.

Katelyn is dedicated to educating patients on improving their oral hygiene, nutritional habits, and periodontal health. She has a special ability to work with diverse populations, including pediatric, special needs, geriatric, and periodontally involved patients, and is skilled at crafting individualized treatment plans based on each patient’s unique needs and risk factors for cavities and periodontal disease.

Outside of the office, Katelyn enjoys long walks, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. Born and raised in McHenry County, she now resides in Mount Prospect with her fiancé, Jeremy.

Trisha

Dental hygienist Trisha believes in educating each patient about their oral health and individualizing treatment to cater to every patient’s current needs. She does this by gathering a full medical history and performing an oral cancer screening, periodontal measurements and a full oral exam. With this information, she makes a unique, personalized treatment for each patient. Skills she performs in the office include detailed cleanings, sealants, fluoride, periodontal deep cleanings, and impressions for whitening.

Trisha attended Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in dental hygiene and a minor in biomedical sciences. She holds a certification for local anesthesia and has been trained using Biolase lasers. She completes at least 36 hours of continuing education every three years. Trisha also has experience as a dental assistant starting at the age of 15. She assisted for three years in general dentistry prior to attending Marquette University and assisted as a periodontal surgical assistant and pathology assistant while attending Marquette.

Trisha grew up in Crystal Lake, IL. She now lives in Huntley with her husband Ryan and their two boys, Mason and Chase. Trisha enjoys hiking with her dogs, fishing, going on adventures and spending time watching her boys play football and baseball. She is very involved with her boys’ school, holding the position of president of the home and school association and running the school lunchroom. When it’s time to unwind she loves spending time with friends and family.

Jen

Jen has been a dental assistant since she was 21. She enjoys assisting Dr. Brewer and is dedicated to ensuring that procedures go smoothly and patients are comfortable and relaxed. Jen will always greet you with a smile and make sure you feel welcome. She is certified in coronal polishing and sealants. Jen lives in McHenry with her husband Rob, their dog Sarika and their cat Puddy. They have a son and two daughters. When not at work, Jen enjoys working out, reading, knitting and spending time with her kids.

Renae

Renae joined the exciting world of dentistry in 2004, and it wasn’t long before she realized this was the career path she would follow. Renae joined the Cary Dental Associates Team in August of 2016.

As our office manager, insurance coordinator and implant coordinator, Renae has her hands full, but you’ll always see her smiling and she wouldn’t have it any other way. She enjoys educating patients about their dental benefits to help them make decisions to receive the best possible care. She oversees the submission of insurance claims along with the processing of insurance payments. She is always up for a challenge when it comes to appealing claims that may have been denied by an insurance company. Renae also enjoys working with patients and our specialists when it comes to implant treatment. She makes sure patients understand their treatment from start to finish and thoroughly explains the financial aspect of the implant process along with any applicable insurance benefits. Renae will happily go the extra mile to help any and all patients in the practice.

Renae grew up in Crystal Lake and still calls it home. Renae enjoys spending time outside with her two sons, Cameron and Christian. She loves watching Cameron play baseball and considers herself his biggest fan.

Tracy

Tracy is our social media and marketing coordinator. You may see her in and out of the office throughout the week. Tracy enjoys working out of her home creating content for Cary Dental Associates’ Facebook and Instagram pages.

Tracy has lived in the Crystal Lake area for over 40 years, and she and her husband, Dr. Skleba, currently reside in Prairie Grove where they raised their family. In her free time, she enjoys anything that has to do with being outside and spending time with family, especially playing with her grandchildren. Tracy loves to travel to new and exciting places where she can play golf and hike.

Marisa

As an assistant to Dr. Brewer, Marisa focuses on helping patients achieve brighter smiles along with utilizing her certificate for sealants and coronal polishing to help keep patients’ teeth healthy. Marisa is always smiling because she’s able to help patients feel confident in their own smiles. She’s been working in the dental field since 2006 and recalls getting so excited to go to the dentist as a child.

When she isn’t working, Marisa enjoys traveling, boating or simply spending time outside in the sun with her children, Brayden and McKenzie. If Marisa could spend a year doing anything, she would spend as much time as possible traveling with family and friends.

Debbie

Debbie has been part of our dental hygiene team since 2007. She obtained her Associate of Applied Science in dental hygiene from Harper College. She has been practicing dental hygiene since 1983 and has years of experience in both periodontal and orthodontic offices. She is thrilled to be part of such a great team with incredibly wonderful patients.

When not at work, Debbie’s favorite thing to do is spend time with her husband, their three daughters and four grandchildren. She also volunteers at her church with the PADS program.

Bonnie

Dental hygienist Bonnie’s priority is to work in tandem with the rest of the dental team to provide full oral health care. Her training lets her specialize in the treatment and prevention of oral diseases such as periodontal disease and dental decay. She evaluates potential risk factors for these diseases by taking a full medical history and performing an oral cancer exam, a dentition exam and a periodontal exam. She then follows up with treatment, which can include removal of plaque, calculus and biofilm, as well as any necessary radiographs, fluoride treatments and sealants.

Bonnie lives in Ringwood, IL, and has resided in McHenry County her whole life. In 1988, she obtained her Associate of Applied Science from Harper College in Palatine, IL, and holds local anesthesia and diode laser certifications. She maintains 36 hours of continuing education every three years for licensure. Originally an oral surgery assistant, Bonnie realized she had a very real desire to learn more about other forms of dentistry and decided to turn her attention toward the prevention of oral diseases.

When she isn’t keeping patients’ mouths healthy and shining, Bonnie is spending time with her husband Derek and their three children, Grace, Gretchen and Griffin. She enjoys coffee on the porch, swimming and boating on the lake.

Terri

As the insurance and scheduling coordinator, Terri is always willing to go the extra mile for our patients. Terri works directly with insurance companies to verify patients’ coverage and obtain detailed benefit information. When she’s not on the phone with insurance companies, she helps patients book appointments, checks them in and out and keeps up with patient relations. Terri has been working in the dental field on and off since 2000. She loves helping people and educating them on how to achieve their best smiles. Terri loves working at Cary Dental Associates and with everyone in the office.

When she is not working, Terri enjoys spending time with her family. She has been married for over 35 years and has three daughters. She loves spending time with her grandchildren, Simon and Winnie, who live in Holland, MI. Terri loves playing with her 2 grandpuppies, a golden retriever, Rudy, and a Bernedoodle, Riley. She also loves cooking, watching movies and seeing live shows.