Meet the Team
Katlyn
Dental Hygiene Assistant
Katlyn is Dr. Leach’s super helpful hygiene assistant, who joined the team in June of 2023. She grew up in Georgia and now lives in Kennesaw.
“I love working with children and getting to teach them important things about their oral health, starting habits young!”
Katlyn has been in dentistry for going on four years. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her husky, Colt, and trying out new local coffee shops!
Arianna
Dental Hygiene Assistant
Arianna works with Katlyn as one of our dental hygiene assistants! She grew up in Canton, and graduated high school from Creekview High School, right down the road from our Canton office! She has been in dentistry for almost 5 years now.
“I find it very gratifying to help others and play a part in giving them confidence in their smiles!”
When Arianna isn’t at the office, she enjoys spending quality time with her two wonderful kids, and creating fun Cricut designs!
Jennifer
Registered Dental Hygienist
Jennifer is one of our amazing dental hygienists! She has been in dentistry for over 32 years, and has been a pediatric hygienist for 27 of them! She has a strong drive to bless our patients and ensure they are excited about dentistry, in a way they can be comfortable and love coming into the office. She has been passionate about this since seeing her mother scared of the dentist as a child!
“I have been so blessed since joining in July! Dr. Leach’s pediatric team and their love for promoting giggles and happiness matches mine!”
When Jennifer is not at work, she is spending time with her two sons, her new daughter-in-law, and all the kids she works with at Browns Bridge Church.
Michelle
Registered Dental Hygienist
Michelle, is our other incredible hygienist who joined our team in the fall of 2018 with 25 years of prior experience. She makes each visit a positive one by ensuring that every patient feels comfortable and relaxed. She has made an incredible impact on our team and continues to bring positive energy both in the office and at community events.
“I chose to go into dentistry because of my own experience as a child. I was afraid and they had an assistant who would hold my hand and get me through my procedure. Then after working as an assistant in a general practice, I realized how many adults were uncomfortable because of their childhood experience and I thought maybe if I worked with children I could change their views on going to the dentist for the better!”
Michelle grew up in the Midwest and moved to Atlanta upon graduating high school. She attended the Medical College of Georgia where she earned her Bachelor of Science – Dental Hygiene degree. While in college, she met Mike, her husband and they have a daughter, Alexandria, who is presently in Nursing School. When Michelle is not working, she can be found reading, hiking and enjoying time with her family and their cat, Taz.
Krissy
Front Desk Coordinator
Krissy is an awesome member of our front desk team who makes sure that our families have the best experience in office they can. Her favorite part of her job is getting to know our patients and families! She also assists in the creation and implementation of community marketing efforts for the practice. You will be sure to see her smiling face at every event!
“I love meeting new people and getting to know our community and patient families.”
She was born in California and throughout her life has lived in MN, TX and NC. Since moving to Georgia in 1994, she now calls Atlanta home. She loves spending time with her family and Miniature Schnauzer. In her spare time, Krissy enjoys cooking, entertaining and shopping.
Lisa
Front Desk Coordinator
Lisa is the smiling face you will see when you arrive! She greets you as you walk in the door and ensures that your visit starts on a high note. She has over 20 years of dental experience, however, she recently relocated to the Atlanta area and has been with the Michael J. Leach D.D.S. Pediatric Dentistry team since 2016.
“I enjoy seeing the children excited to come to our office and discover what a great place it is!”
Lisa is married and has a daughter who just graduated college. In her free time she likes to cheer for the LSU Tigers and spend time with family and friends.
Laurie
Front Desk Coordinator
Laurie is another of our awesome smiling faces at the front desk! She has recently rejoined us as front desk coordinator, and has worked with Team Leach in the past. We are so grateful to have her back with us!
“I am so happy to be back with Team Leach, and working in such a great environment!”
When Laurie is not at the office, she enjoys spending time with her animals on her farm!
Janet
New Patient Coordinator
Janet is our new patient coordinator, who makes sure that our families have the best experience they can have before they even walk in the door. She has seventeen years of experience as a dental assistant, receptionist, and new patient coordinator. She takes pride in providing quality care for our patients and families.
A transplanted Chicagoan, Janet considers herself to be a Georgia Bulldog to the core. “My roots are in Illinois, but my heart, my family, and my home will remain in the South.” She enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters.
