Dr. Leslie Ehlen grew up in Clive, and is a graduate of the University of Iowa, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree with distinction and honors in Integrative Physiology. She continued her education at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, completing her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2007. Dr. Ehlen joined the Heritage Creek Dental team in 2014 and purchased the practice in October 2015.
Dr. Ehlen has continued to improve her dental skills by completing continuing education in several areas including Invisalign, TruDenta, Implants, Productive Dentist Academy,and is a member of a Frank Spear Study Club. In 2018 she joined Board for Dental Lifeline Network (Donated Dental), where she helps provide access to dental care to those who cannot afford it. She has researched and published literature on popular beverages and resulting tooth erosion, and has presented at local and national dental meetings.
Rachael has worked in several different aspects of dentistry - both as a dental assistant and front desk. She enjoys welcoming patients to the practice, as well as, helping them understand and take care of their dental needs.
Rachael lives in Madrid with her husband, Trent, and their two dachshunds - Roscoe and Lenny. When not at work, Rachael enjoys spending time with friends and family and doing DIY projects with her husband.
Amy is an Expanded Function Dental Assistant and has been with Heritage Creek since April 2017. She is originally from Mason City and attended Hawkeye Community College in Waterloo, where she received her Dental Assisting Diploma in 2013. Amy gained valuable experience working in a pediatric dental office in Mason City and West Des Moines before joining our team. Amy loves dentistry because she has the opportunity to establish a long term relationship with her patients and help them improve their oral health.
Macy joined the Heritage Creek Dental team in November 2020. She is originally from Burnside, IA and attended Iowa Central Community College in Fort Dodge, where she received her Associates of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene.
Macy is licensed to administer local anesthetic and certified to provide nitrous oxide. Macy loves dentistry because of the relationship she builds with her patients and being able to teach the importance of good oral hygiene.
Mariah is a Registered Dental Hygienist and started with Heritage Creek in August 2017. She attended Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids where she received her Associates of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene.
Mariah is licensed to administer local anesthetic and certified to provide nitrous oxide. She loves dentistry because she loves establishing relationships with patients and feels it is rewarding to help improve the oral health and overall health of her patients.