Dr. Robert Sterling Rehl worked as a dentist in Kentucky and Ohio prior to moving to Montana. His active duty service in the US Army Dental Corp took him to Afghanistan where he ran one of the nine dental clinics there. Dr. Rehl met his wife, Lynn, at Ohio State University. They share 24 years of marriage and have six sons and one daughter. Dr. Rehl enjoys watching their youngest four children navigate the Millpond Moto X track and the down-hill runs at Turner Mountain. He enjoys many of the outdoor opportunities Lincoln County affords including: fishing, shooting, hunting, water skiing, hiking and boating. Dr. Rehl enjoys showing his team and patients what is possible. He has post-graduate training in orthodontics, oral surgery and 3D-guided implant dentistry.
After an extended 5 year search for the best place to raise a family and practice dentistry, Dr. Rehl and his wife chose Libby. Many people still ask Dr. Rehl, What brought you to Libby? He always responds, The people! While serving on active duty with the US Army, Dr. Rehl made several recon trips to Libby with the specific purpose of evaluating the characteristics of this little town as a place to call his permanent home. He subscribed to local papers and followed the news cycle and events even while stationed in Afghanistan. He came to several community events during different months throughout several years. He even came to drive the back roads in the winter of 2013 to see how winter is handled by this little town. He found out that Libby has GRIT and that this little town doesnt QUIT. It has many of the traditional values of the small town Dr. Rehl grew up in - a town where people have not forgotten how to help one another and lift where they stand.
We pride ourselves on taking the time to listen & get to know each patient as an individual. The entire team at Sterling Dental looks forward to seeing you soon & developing a relationship with you to build the bridge toward long-term trust & successful dental care. See why our patients cant stop smiling!
Our exceptional, friendly staff is our greatest asset. All of our dental assistants are professionally trained. Our doctors and hygienists are licensed professionals who pride themselves on their current dental techniques & outstanding patient communication. With unmatched quality & integrity, they are dedicated to achieving the best possible results for you & your family.
Since your comfort & health are our top priorities, Sterling Dentals staff is glad to assist you in any way. If you have any questions at all, from treatment options & sterilization to insurance concerns & paperwork, were here for you! We can assure you that youll enjoy your dental visit!
Karen is a Libby native, is new to Sterling Dental, and came to Sterling Dental after 20 years in retail at Shopko. She is married to her high school sweetheart of 24 years and together they have two beautiful grown children, a son and daughter. Karen loves the outdoors, fishing, hiking, camping, gold panning, but most of all just spending time with family.
Lora joined the Sterling Dental Team in 2017. She has 32 years of medical/surgery experience and DANB certification CDA. She enjoys working with our team. We have a great mixture of professionalism, knowledge, compassion, and fun. Lora's favorite thing about our office is having patients visitwho are fearful or have had bad dental experiences and having them leave comfortable and feeling like they have a new friend that cares!
She married her college sweetheart 35 years ago and they have two handsome grown boys. When away from the office she loves to quilt, hang out with her horse, Gracie, and play with Wylie, the best chocolate lab in the world. She has been a volunteer with the American Red Cross for 6 years as a Disaster Team Supervisor.
Stephanie was born and raised in beautiful Libby, Montana. She has been part of Sterling Dental since Nov 2016. Stephanie has been trained to assist with 3D guided implant cases at the Engel Institute, NC. She has been assisting for 7 years and loves all of it. Stephanie manages all of the office clinic supplies. She feels blessed to be able to care for patients who she has known for years in her home-town community. Her favorite area of dentistry is implants and surgeries.
Stephanie has three energetic young boys who keep her very busy. She and her family enjoy getting out and exploring the vast mountain areas and taking advantage of the summer lake days. She is happy to be surrounded by family and close childhood friends and loves to watch everyone grow up together.
Tonia was raised in beautiful Montana. Her passion for dentistry started in 1996 when she began work as a pediatric dental assistant. She enjoyed helping people achieve happy, healthy smiles for over 19 years. She continued to build on her experience and education by achieving a life-long-dream of becoming a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) She graduated from Great Falls College MSU with a degree in Dental Hygiene. Tonia enjoys working alongside the talented staff at Sterling Dental in Libby MT.
Tonias goal is to provide comprehensive hygiene care and address each patients individual need. When Tonia is your hygienist you can expect a gentle but thorough cleaning and you will always be greeted with a smile. The best part of her job is meeting and getting to know the people she cares for - establishing trust and lasting relationships.
In her free time, Tonia enjoys fishing, boating, and spending time with her family. You can always expect to hear stories about her new granddaughter or her adventures exploring all that Montana has to offer.
You might recognize Talon Rehl if you have watched Libby Logger Football. Talon assists with after-hours dental emergencies. He supports the dental assistant team in sterilization and room turnover. Talon is also on the snow removal crew - he helps make sure sidewalks are clear and safe for patients. Talon loves playing football, skiing at Turner and riding his dirt bike.
Libby is located in the Kootenai National Forest, between the Cabinet Mountains to the south and the Purcell Mountains to the north. Located downstream from the Libby Dam and in the heart of the Kootenai Valley along the Kootenai River, there is no doubt that its rugged mountain scenery draws outdoor enthusiasts from around the world.