The brief descriptions below are designed to familiarize you with our staff's training, professional credentials, and work experience. 
Douglas Hoppe DDS
Dr. Hoppe was born and raised in Saginaw, MI. He graduated valedictorian from Swan Valley High School in 1995. He went on to earn his Bachelor's Degree in chemistry from Michigan State University in 1999. After graduating from MSU, he worked as an analytical chemist for 1 year at the Dow Chemical Company. He then completed his dental training at the University of Michigan in 2004. While in dental school he married Stephanie, his high school sweetheart. His wife Stephanie teaches biology at Grass Lake High School. They welcomed healthy fraternal twins into the world on January 23rd, 2008. They named their daughter Taylor and son Zachary.
He started his dental career as an associate dentist working at Springcrest Family Dentistry in Jackson, Michigan for 2 years. He then took over the dental practice of Bruce Curry in May of 2006. Dr. Hoppe is a member of the Jackson District Dental Society, American Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association, and Academy of General Dentistry. He is an active member of dental study clubs in both Jackson and Lansing. In 2007 he completed additional training from the Pankey Dental Institute in Florida.
Judy RDH
Judy has worked as a dental hygienist for twenty-seven years. She is married to Martin. They have 2 daughters named Katie and Elizabeth. She has a stepson (Adam) and a stepdaughter (Erica).
She is a member of the Jackson Dental Hygiene Study Club where she learns updated information, advances, and techniques in dental hygiene and dentistry.
“I enjoy working in Eaton Rapids. The people are friendly and it has a lot of small town charm. I try to bring in a little humor to make patients feel at ease.”
Penny RDA
Penny has worked in dentistry for 22 years. She has lived in this area her entire life. She graduated from Springport High School. She then attended both Lansing Community College and Washtenaw Community College in acquiring her registered dental assisting degree.
She is married to Randy and they have 2 sons. Wade and Wyatt both attend Eaton Rapids Schools.
“I love my job and enjoy working in the community that I grew up in, as I have known a lot of the patients most of my life.”
Sandy RDH
Sandy has worked as a hygienist for 7 years. She is a graduate of Kellogg Community College and is a member of the Jackson hygiene study club.
Sandy lives in Springport with her husband (Jeff). She has two sons Ben and Collin that both attend Springport schools.
"I enjoy working with Dr. Hoppe's friendly staff and patients. I also like working with the new technology and equipment in the office."
Sherry
Sherry has been working in the dental profession for 17 years. The first part of her career was spent as a dental assistant, while the past 8 years she has worked with Terri at the front desk.
She is a wife, mother, and grandmother. She loves her work and helping patients with the many facets of their visit to the office. She looks forward to meeting new people and being one of the first to welcome them into our practice.
“I delight in the light hearted, fun interactions enjoyed in this office, while not compromising professional integrity and excellence.”
Terri
Terri has worked in the dental profession for 25 years both as an assistant and at the front desk. This year is her 20th year working in this office. Terri graduated from Lake Orion High School and attended John Wesley College in Owosso and Oakland University.
She is married to Jack and has two children. Jacob is a graduate of Eaton Rapids High School and Jessica is a senior this year.
“It has been my pleasure to serve and have the opportunity to get to know so many people of the community where I work and live.”