The Rider Family Dentistry Team
Rider Family Dentistry is a family owned private practice. Our team is passionate about smiles. We love to care for them but even more we love to be the reason for our patient's smiles. We enjoy what we do and who we spend our days with. At Rider Family Dentistry you can expect to be greeted with a friendly smile and share in laughter while you are with us. Let us give you a smile you love showing off!
Our Team
Dentist
Dr. Kurt Rider
Dr. Rider grew up in the Indianapolis area and graduated from Brebeuf High School. He attended Indiana University for undergraduate and University of Louisville for dental school. He and his wife Carley (a graduate of North Central High School and IU alum also) share three young children- Silas, Sawyer and Sloane. Dr. Rider practices a comprehensive approach to dentistry. He believes patient experience is as significant as quality dental work. He has completed extensive training in implants, surgical extractions and dentures. Dr. Rider is a graduate of the Dawson Academy, a postgraduate educational and clinical research program. In his free time he enjoys playing golf, watching sports, and spending time with friends and family.
Hygienist
Heather
Our fantastic hygienist Heather is an Indiana native and a
graduate of IU. She is a soon to be boy mom of two. When not taking
care of your smile, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Charlie,
and their son, Jackson, camping, fishing and enjoying sports,
especially the Colts. Heather's joyful and friendly demeanor brings
calm and positivity to every visit. Even when she can tell you haven't
flossed since your last visit.
Assistant
Lacey
We are thrilled to welcome our newest team member Lacey
to the practice. Lacey brings extensive experience as an
expanded functions dental assistant, a positive energy
and warm personality. Lacey has a talent for photography and
spends time outside of dentistry pursuing her passions.
She is a self described lover of photography and video,
the gym and working on people's teeth.
Office Coordinator
Cheryl
A graduate of Anderson University and PCI Dental Assisting School,
Cheryl has been in the dental field for over 30 years. Her experience
and knowledge is a gift that keeps the office running smoothly. She
loves seeing how advancements in dentistry over the course of
her career have enhanced the patient experience. In her free time
Cheryl enjoys movies, reading, streaming and walking. She is a
true blue Colts fan, Go Colts! Her warm and welcoming presence
sets the tone for your visit.
