Meet The Staff

Amber has been a part of our team since Dr. Nakada started his practice at this new location in January 2013. Amber was born and raised in Japan until 1994. Since then, she has attended high school and continued her education in the United States. She graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. She is fluent in both Japanese and English and has seven years of experience in Administration / Accounting before working in the dental office. Amber has earned her Fellowship - FAADOM (American Association of Dental Office Managers).   She is also a expanded functions dental assistant who received training from University of Kentucky and able to assist with various procedures.

 She dedicates her time to making sure our office provides a welcome and comfortable atmosphere so we can allow patients to relax while receiving the best dental care. She is able to assist Japanese patients who need language help with scheduling an appointment and any questions they may have regarding financial and insurance.

Certifications: Expanded Duties Dental Assistant, Coronal Polishing, Radiography, Phlebotomy

Lisa graduated in 2017 from the hygiene program at BCTC. She is licensed in anesthesia and nitrous oxide. She was born and raised in Lexington. She loves getting to know her patients while helping them achieve their oral health goals. In her free time Lisa enjoys UK sports, reading, and being with her family, especially her dog Tucker.

License: Registered Dental Hygienist, Anesthesia, Laser Certification for Dental Hygiene

Robin Is a Registered Dental hygienist with 20 plus years experience. She graduated from Shawnee State University in 1996. She has her Anesthetic and nitrous oxide license as well as her General supervision.  Robin has a great personality and loves to get to know her patients and make them feel comfortable.  She was born and raised in eastern Kentucky where she moved away for 15 years to Florida and has recently moved back to the state she loves so much and to be with family.  She is a mother of three handsome sons. When she is not doing dentistry she is a wildlife rehabilitator - rescuing, caring and releasing injured wildlife. 

License: Registered Dental Hygienist, Laser Certification, Anesthesia 

Hannah has been in the dental field since 2015. She has expanded her dental knowledge with achieving her dental radiology license with UK.  She has handled multiple dental positions from charting, dental assisting, front desk staff, and office manager.  While not in the office, she enjoys time spent with her friends, her Siberian husky dog Nala, cooking, traveling, and constant adventures.

Certifications: Radiography

Megan graduated from the IDT Dental Assisting program in 2016 ever since. She has worked in  positions such as hygiene assistant, dental assistant, and front desk staff. Megan has been married to her husband since 2017 and  welcomed the arrival of their beautiful little girl in the fall of 2019. When Megan is not at the office she loves spending time with her family out in the country with their two dogs, a boxer and a pitbull.

Certifications: Expanded Duties Dental Assistant, Coronal Polishing, Radiography

Kylee graduated from the Dental Assisting program in 2018 from Big Sandy Community and Technical College. She is certified in Coronal Polishing and Expanded Duties Dental Assisting. She later plans to pursue her dream of becoming a Dental Hygienist. Kylee loves experiencing new things and giving people a reason to smile. Outside of working, Kylee enjoys being a mommy to her son the most. She loves her family, friends, the outdoors, and UK basketball!

Certifications: Expanded Duties Dental Assistant, Coronal Polishing, Radiography, Phlebotomy

Amy is an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant with certification in Coronal Polishing from University of Louisville. She has worked in General Dentistry since 1996. She also has 2 years experience in Oral Surgery office. When not working, she enjoys time with family and friends.

Certifications: Expanded Duties Dental Assistant, Coronal Polishing, Radiography

Andi graduated from dental assisting school in 2018. Although she grew up dually in New York and northern Kentucky, she has made Lexington her home. She loves spending time with her family, is an animal lover, and loves the outdoors. She also enjoys volunteering in her community.

Certifications: Expanded Duties Dental Assistant, Coronal Polishing, Radiography, Phlebotomy

Born and raised in Lexington, Kentucky, Chelsea graduated from Institute of Dental Technology in 2014. Her gentle touch and friendly chair side manner helps patients feel more relaxed and comfortable during their visit. She is excited about this new chapter in her life, working at Brannon Crossing Family Dental. Outside of work Chelsea enjoys being around family, friends and is a huge fan of the Kentucky Wildcats!

Certifications: Expanded Duties Dental Assistant, Coronal Polishing, Radiography, Phlebotomy

Heather is a born and raised Lexington, Kentucky native, who graduated Dental Assisting from the Institute of Dental Technology in 2020. She is eager to expand her certification, and ultimately become a Dental Hygienist. Outside of work Heather loves spending most time with her fiancé, son, bonus daughter, and their dog Harleigh. Heather loves people, music, the outdoors, and UK basketball!