Meet Our Dental Team Denton

Erika, RDA
Hygiene Coordinator

Erika joined our team in 2019. She assisted Dr. Ruehle chair side for years and has recently taken on a new challenge as Hygiene Coordinator at the front desk. Erika is a wiz at scheduling and will find a convenient time for you to come in for your cleaning. She frequently still assists Dr. Ruehle in the back when she is needed. She goes above and beyond to provide efficient, friendly service to our patients.

Erika and her husband have 2 children and many fur babies. Erika enjoys crafting when she can find some free time, usually in the wee hours in the night when her young children are sleeping.

Kaitlyn, RDA
Registered Dental Assistant & Financial Coordinator

Kaitlyn always has a smile to go along with her outgoing personality. She has worked with Dr. Ruehle since 2020. She is an excellent dental assistant and frequently helps up front as well. She is a fast learner and always willing to take on a new challenge. Patients enjoy her friendly demeanor and great communication skills.

Kaitlyn has one feisty little boy, Jaxon, who keeps her laughing and on her toes. She enjoys spending time with her family and reading.

Mandi, RDA
Registered Dental Assistant

Mandi is a ray of sunshine wherever she goes. She puts patients at ease with her beautiful smile and charming personality. Mandi has been in the dental field since 2006, and chose dentistry because she always liked going to the dentist growing up. Knowing that some patients have not always had great experiences in the past, she makes it her daily goal to ensure each patient is comfortable and their appointment runs as smoothly as possible.

Mandi is married and has two beautiful little girls and one handsome little boy. Mandi enjoys spending time with her family and hopes to have time in the future to find some hobbies she enjoys.

Erin, RDH
Registered Dental Hygienist

Erin is a native Krum girl. She graduated as the valedictorian of her high school and Magna Cum Laude with her Bachelor of Science degree from Texas Woman’s University. Don’t let her high intelligence fool you though, she will keep you well entertained and laughing with her goofy personality! She goes out of her way to provide the best care possible for her patients. Erin has been taking care of and entertaining our patients since 2014 and we are so lucky to have her.

In her spare time, she enjoys working in the yard, building outdoor furniture, and spending time with her family.

Kindra, RDH
Registered Dental Hygienist

Kindra joined our team in 2021 and is much loved by patients for her gentle touch and spirit. Her desire to help others drew Kindra into dentistry. She graduated first in her class from Florida State College of Jacksonville. She is a big believer in keeping current in her field and consistently completes many more hours of continuing classes than is required.

Kindra grew up in Florida and moved to Texas in 2017 with her husband and daughter. She enjoys spending her free time with her family and also enjoys cooking, baking, and entertaining.

Anna, RDH
Registered Dental Hygienist

Anna has been practicing dental hygiene for over 8 years and has worked for Garden Oaks since 2022. She not only graduated from TWU, but returned as a clinical instructor for several years. Anna’s gentle touch and calming personality are what help make patients’ experiences enjoyable. In her spare time, Anna enjoys traveling and spending time with her many four-legged children.

Beth, RDH
Business Manager

Beth has been a dental hygienist for 30 years, 15 of those with Dr. Ruehle. She graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene degree. She has returned from retirement to be the business manager for the office. She takes care of accounts payable, payroll, and many behind the scenes projects. She enjoys jumping in to help the administrative staff when needed allowing her to reconnect with long-time patients as well as meeting new ones.

Beth spends her weekends at her lake house at Texoma where she enjoys many outdoor activities: kayaking, paddle boarding, she loves having her grown kids and grandkids

Miranda
Treatment Coordinator

Miranda has been in the dental field for over 10 years and brings a wealth of knowledge with her. She takes care of scheduling the doctors’ patients and is an ace at finding just the right time to get your needs taken care of. She is also a whiz with financial options and can help you maximize your dental benefits.

She enjoys watching sports, fishing and hanging out with her dogs. She is a big fan of the Cowboys, the Rangers and the Stars, a true Texas Fan!

Olivia, RDA
Registered Dental Assistant

Olivia recently relocated to Texas and joined the Garden Oaks team in 2024. She has been a dental assistant for over 6 years and was already trained in many of the advanced technologies we use in our office. Her sweet and gentle personality ensures patients are comfortable and relaxed while in her care.

She has a darling little girl and is expecting baby number 2 in November.

Taylee, RDA
Registered Dental Assistant

Taylee joined our team in early 2024 and immediately fit right in. She has been a dental assistant for 5 years and brings with her a great deal of competence and knowledge. She has a friendly, sunny personality and enjoys helping patients and making them feel at ease during their visits. 

When she is not at work, Taylee enjoys spending time with her daughter and the rest of her family. She especially enjoys spending time with her daughter outside at the park or pool.