RDH
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Travis Jacobson

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My name is Travis and I am from Benzie County. I graduated from Benzie Central High School in 2013.  After high school, I enlisted in the United States Air Force as a crew chief on F-16sFollowing my time in the military, I attended Ferris State University for Dental Hygiene.  Upon graduating, I returned home and currently am enjoying the wonderful seasons of northern Michigan.  When I’m not working, I can be found hunting, fishing, camping or at the beach with my wife, Hannah.  I am blessed to be able to work and play in our beautiful area and am privileged to work for such an amazing team.

RDH
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Kristina Grulke

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I was born and raised in Manistique, a small town in the Upper Peninsula. I became a registered Hygienist after graduating from Ferris State University in 2015. I currently live in Interlochen with my husband Mark, our beautiful little girls Isabella and Hailey and our dog Bear. We were married on June 24th, 2017 in my hometown of Manistique. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, reading, and traveling. I feel so lucky to have joined such a wonderful practice and community.

RDA
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Jennifer Tripp

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My name is Jen and I was born and raised in Frankfort, Michigan. I graduated from Frankfort High School in 1998 and attended Central Michigan University and obtained my Bachelor’s degree in elementary education. In 2008, I received my Associates degree in dental assisting from Northwestern Michigan College in Traverse City and became RDA certified. I live in my childhood home with my three beautiful daughters Olivia, Ava and Emersyn, my husband, Brian and Goldendoodle, Hazel. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, kayaking, and writing.

DA
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Ashley Loney

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I am a Northern Michigan native born and raised in Beulah. I married my husband, Dan, in August 2013. We have four amazing children, Vaeda, Daxton, Laela and Danny. We are very blessed to have such a fun little family and to be a part of such a great community. My husband is the Varsity basketball coach at Frankfort High School, so we end up spending a lot of time in the gym. We love being active and going on adventures with our children. I’ve always loved dentistry and have a strong passion to help others. I feel so lucky to be a part of this great team.

Patient Coordinator
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Nicole Lamerson

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My name is Nicole and I was raised in Benzie County and a graduate of Benzie Central High School. I have a daughter, Amanda, who is married and given me two wonderful grandchildren. My son, Cody, graduated from Frankfort High School in 2018 and my other son, Connor, graduated from Frankfort High School in 2021 and now attends Ferris State University. My hobbies include beach walking and rock finding, photography and travel. I recently retired from my career as a 911 dispatcher after 25 years. I feel very blessed to work with such great people in this practice and fortunate to still be able to help people, just in a different way.