Dr. Hovda graduated from IU School of Dentistry with High Distinction. Prior to her dental studies, she obtained degrees in both Biology and Chemistry and graduated Cum Laude. She was nominated and is an active member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon, which represents only the top 5% of dentists in the nation. She was also nominated by her dental colleagues to serve on the dental ethics board. Dr. Hovda also served as an appointed professor at IU School of Dentistry, teaching restorative dentistry techniques.
Since she began practicing dentistry, Dr. Hovda has kept up to date on many continuing educational classes, ensuring that her patients receive the highest quality comprehensive and advanced dental care. Dr. Hovda and her team of highly trained professionals have been nominated by their dental colleagues as Indys Top Dentist 9 years in a row, from 2011 through 2020. Dr. Hovda has also been published for her cosmetic restorative implant cases in journals around the world. Dr. Hovda is an active member of the following organizations:
Dr. Hovda has been married to her husband Tim for 23 years and they have two children, Cooper (16) and Lily (14). In her spare time, Dr. Hovda enjoys exploring the outdoors with her family, cooking, and enjoying a good book.
Dr. Jackson graduated from University of Louisville School of Dentistry. Prior to her studies in dentistry, she graduated with High Honors from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign with degrees in both Community Health and Chemistry. She also received the International College of Dentists Humanitarian Award, Dawson Academy Award, American Academy of Maxillofacial Radiology Award, and the Academy of Dental Materials Award. Dr. Jackson is currently serving in the Department of Cariology, Operative Dentistry, and Dental Public Health at Indiana University School of Dentistry.
Dr. Jackson has been actively involved in service and mission trips locally and internationally to Ecuador and Honduras. Serving these communities has provided life-changing experiences and has confirmed her passion for the dental profession. Dentistry has allowed her to provide a unique skill set to serve those in need, and she believes that it is the duty of a healthcare provider to use the gifts and education they have been given to provide the highest level of care to others. She commits to serve our community with the same intent.
Dr. Jackson is dedicated to staying current in her continuing education and providing the highest quality of care to her patients. She is currently a member of the American Dental Association, Indiana Dental Association, and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. She enjoys learning the newest techniques and research in dentistry. Dr. Jackson values that the dental profession allows for continuous self-directed education and critique.
When Dr. Jackson is not caring for patients, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Clay and their dog, Lucy. Dr. Jackson enjoys traveling, biking, cooking, volunteering, being involved in her church, and spending time with family and friends.
Dr. Harmon graduated from Midwestern University in Illinois. Before dental school, she graduated from DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana with a degree in Kinesiology. Dr. Harmon worked as a front desk administrator and a dental assistant at a dental office and orthodontist office, respectively, before applying to dental school.
Growing up, Dr. Harmon more or less lived in the dental chair. With supernumerary teeth, congenitally missing teeth, and a propensity for cavities, it was lucky that she enjoyed going to the dentist. She had incredible dentists who did amazing work and ignited her interest in dentistry. The moments that she remembers most vividly are when she felt like she was being heard by her dentists and that they truly cared about her well-being. From these moments, she knew that she wanted to strive to be the dentist that not only did great work, but also empathized with and took the time to listen to patients. She commits to serving her patients with this philosophy every day.
Dr. Harmon enjoys that dentistry is a career that is always evolving. Staying up to date with the most current techniques and newest science-based research is something she looks forward to doing throughout her career.
When outside of the office, Dr. Harmon can be found enjoying time with her fianc, Derek, and their cat, Chip. She has taught fitness classes since 2010, and continues to teach cycling classes every so often. She also enjoys running, weight lifting, reading, traveling, trying new restaurants, and spending time with friends and family.
