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Expert Dental Care Team: Meet Our Specialist

Your Partners in Oral Health

 

Life-Centered Dentistry in Grand Rapids, MI has been caring for your family’s dental health needs for over 40 years.

Thank you for your trust and confidence!

Meet our Patient Services executives

Ashley

Office manager

I love to encourage and educate patients on good oral health, as well as help them along on their dental journeys! =]

I’ve been in the dental field since 2011 and have been with Life-Centered Dentistry ever since! I started my career here as a Certified Dental Assistant, working alongside Dr. Ludwig for 10 years before transitioning to the front office. Over the past several years, I’ve enjoyed expanding my role into management—overseeing daily operations, supporting our amazing team, and helping provide the high-quality care our patients deserve.

I take pride in helping create a welcoming and fun environment where patients feel valued and cared for. I love helping our office run smoothly and ensuring every visit is a positive experience for both our patients and our team. I’m passionate about educating patients on good oral health and being part of their dental journey every step of the way. I’m committed to building strong relationships with patients, supporting our team, and maintaining efficient systems that help us deliver the highest quality of care. I truly enjoy working alongside such a dedicated group of professionals who share the same commitment to exceptional dentistry and compassionate service.

Outside of the office, I’m a proud mom of three! Our oldest is a teenager who is very active in sports, so we’re always on the go. When I’m not at the office or at a game, I love spending time and traveling with my family, making memories wherever we go. We’re also actively involved in our church community, where we’ve built wonderful friendships that feel like family.

Laurie

​Administrative assistant

I have worked with Dr. Ludwig for over 41 years! I began as his chairside assistant, and after having my children, transitioned to the front office where I have been for many years! My clinical experience comes in handy as I help people with their dental questions and concerns.
I truly enjoy greeting patients with a smile, chatting, and getting to know them!   
On a personal note, I have been happily married to my wonderful husband Doug for 38 years! Our three children are married and all live close by. We have five precious grandchildren that bring us so much joy!  We keep busy with family activities, walking, biking, pickleball, and are also very involved in our church and small group Bible study.  I feel so blessed and thankful!!

Stephanie

​Administrative assistant

I love creating long-term and meaningful relationships with my
patients. I love being part of this dental family!
Hello my name is Stephanie and I have been a CDA since 1997! I recently joined this amazing team in December of 2024 and I am so excited for this wonderful opportunity to work side-by-side with Ashley and Laurie. I have loved working clinical and administrative but very happy to be mainly in the front office again!

My husband Patrick and I have 3 girls. Ellie is a senior at Syracuse in NY, Shelby is a Sophomore at Michigan State and Sofia is a freshman at Michigan State. Pat and I love spending time with family and friends at our cottage on Lake Huron. Lake Huron, you ask? I am originally from the east side of the state but I have lived on the Westside for almost 40 years!

Meet our Hygienists

Angie

​Registered Dental Hygienist

I feel blessed to be a part of our amazing team. We all genuinely care for our patients and make it a priority to deliver high-quality dentistry at each visit.
I have been in the dental field since 1995!! I have spent over 27 years here at Life-Centered Dentistry. I love the relationships I have established with my patients and have enjoyed watching all the generations of families grow while keeping up with their lives. I consider them all my friends!!
I have been married to my amazing husband, Casey, since 1999. Our boys are growing up way too fast. We adopted our dog, Bentley just over 5 years ago, and he keeps us on our toes!! In my spare time, I enjoy the beach, boating, reading, and hanging with my dog.

Teri

​Registered Dental Hygienist

I am proud to say our team treats everyone just like family.

Hi my name is Teri. I have been an active part of the dental field for over 34 years. I started as a Dental Assistant, where I quickly became passionate about dentistry. My passion inspired me to further my education becoming a Registered Dental Hygienist and specializing in Periodontal Disease.

I began teaching at Grand Rapids Community College as a Dental Hygiene Instructor. I teach Local Anesthesia, Nitrous Oxide Sedation and 1st and 2nd year Dental hygiene clinics. I also travel with the CDCA-WREB-CITA serving as a Dental Board Examiner. I stay current with dentistry by continuing my education and I stay connected with the community by volunteering.

I am married to a wonderful Man. We have two amazing children, one super cute grandson and three loving dogs. In my spare time I enjoy spending time outdoors, biking working out and relaxing by the pool.

I was born and raised in Walker. This is my home town where “Life-Centered Dentistry” is located. I love walker and I am very proud to say I work with one amazing team. I am truly blessed.

Trish

​Registered Dental Hygienist

Hi my name is Trish. I have been a Registered Dental Hygienist for over 28 years and recently joined this amazing team here at Life- Centered Dentistry. I absolutely love providing exceptional care for my patients and building long lasting relationships.

On a personal note, I am happily married to a truly great person! Brad and I love to travel and we go abroad as much as we can. When we are home we spend our time with friends, family, and our fur baby Moose. He is the sweetest boy!

Lexie

Dental Assistant

I have loved creating new relationships with all the patients I have met in my few years working in the dental field and I am so excited to meet more and grow with this amazing dental family.
have been a Dental Assistant since 2021 and joined Dr. Ludwig and the team here at Life-Centered dentistry in July of 2023. I am very grateful and proud to have found an office with such an amazing team to work with. Everyone here cares so deeply for our patients and makes it a top priority to make sure everyone feels welcome, valued, and comfortable all while providing high-quality dental work. I have loved creating new relationships with all the patients I have met in my few years working in the dental field and I am so excited to meet more and grow with this amazing dental family.
I have a spoiled miniature dachshund named Stella who is the joy of my life. In my free time I enjoy crafting, disc golfing, the beach, camping, vacations, and hanging at home with Stella.

Yolanda

Dental Assistant

I chose this field of work because I love helping others feel happy and confident in their smile.
Hello my name is Yolanda Juarez, I have a family of 5, 3 kids 2 boys and 1 daughter. My husband and I who I have been married for 13 years. My boys and daughter love soccer. I’m considered a full-time soccer mom. We also just added a pet kitten to the family, her name is Nala. We love to travel; we have a yearly trip we take every December to Mexico to visit family. We love being in the outdoors and spending time with family. We also love to always have God first in our family. I am a firm believer he brought me here to Life -Centered Dentistry. I started Dentistry in 2010 and graduated from Ross.

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