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MEET OUR STAFF
If you want to feel valued and cared for, this is the dental office for you. Dr. Veal says about his staff, "They are the cream of the crop; no better staff in Hodgenville."
RDH
Rebecca
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Front Desk
Nikki
Dental Assistant
Azure
Rebecca has been a registered dental hygienist for 24 years. She loves the one-on-one connection she has with her patients. She not only strives to give thorough care but she wants to let each person know she cares about them as an individual. She is grateful to work in the Hodgenville area where people are warm and welcoming.
Rebecca has always been a part of her professional organization. She has served several terms as the former president of the Heartland Dental Hygienists’ Association. She believes in giving back to her community through volunteerism.
When Rebecca is not dreaming of teeth, She enjoys dancing, working out, hiking, grandkids, and travel. Her and her husband are very proud of their five kids and their spouses and their soon to be 10 grandkids. "To say we are blessed is an understatement." says Rebecca.
​Nikki is our dental receptionist who joined us in August 2025. She takes pride in supporting our amazing clients to ensure that each patient feels comfortable, cared for, and is met with a friendly smile when visiting Hodgenville Family Dentistry.
When she is not at the front desk, Nikki is off exploring new places, jamming out to her favorite songs, hanging with her dogs and soaking up quality time with family and friends.
She truly loves helping people and is always committed to giving her best in everything she does.
​Azure is an expanded duties dental assistant that graduated from MedQuest College, Academy of Dental Assistants in 2014. Azure joined the practice in March 2025. The patient's experience is her priority and she works hard to make sure they feel comfortable in our office. Her extensive knowledge and calming personality helps to comfort patient’s before, during and after their dental procedures. She is passionate about helping patients achieve healthy and beautiful smiles.
Azure and her husband reside in Hart County along with her son and dog. Outside the office she likes soaking up every moment she can with her family, attending concerts and traveling-especially to the beach!
Office Manager
Joy
Joy is a passionate dental office manager who brings smiles to life one appointment at a time. Joy is a master of organization and patient care, making every visit a stress-free experience while keeping smiles bright and schedules tight as the mastermind behind the scenes at our dental office. She is a joyful soul spreading smiles wherever she may go, radiating positivity and love like a rainbow. When she is not at the office Joy is drowning in love and laughter with her amazing fambam every single day! Family is everything to her and, she is soaking up every precious moment with hers.