7 Locations in North Central Indiana
Looking for quality dental care? (765) 455-0085
Our Dentists | Dental Specialists
Dr. John Ladd | Wabash Dentist
Dr. Larry Pauley | Dentist in Kokomo & Peru
Dr. Harold Smith | Peru Dentist
Dr. Ladd founded Ladd Dental Group in Kokomo, Indiana back in 1979. Since Ladd Dental Group's inception, they have grown to over six general dentistry locations, two orthodontic practices, an oral surgery center, and provide comprehensive dental care to all of their patients. Dr. Ladd was born at St. Joe Hospital and raised in Miami County, IN. John enjoys reading, fishing, & going to the gym. He is married to his wife Tisa who is also a dentist. Together they have four children, two sons, and two daughters. What Dr. John loves most about dentistry is visiting with the patients and seeing a beautiful end result. He believes that everyone is unique and deserves the best care he can provide. Dr. Ladd currently works out of our Ladd Dental Group of Wabash office, so to schedule an appointment with him, please call our Wabash location at (260) 225-0527. Dr. Ladd is also an active member of the IDA and the ADA. He attended IU Bloomington & IU Kokomo before graduating from the Indiana University School of Dentistr
Dr. Harold Smith | Peru Dentist
Dr. Larry Pauley | Dentist in Kokomo & Peru
Dr. Harold Smith | Peru Dentist
Dr. Smith, DDS graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and completed his residency at the Keesler Medical Center. Dr. Smith has been with Ladd Dental Group for over 25 years. He is Ladd Dental Group's most experienced dentist when it comes to dental surgeries and tooth extractions. Dr. Smith works out of our Ladd Dental Group of Peru office. To schedule an appointment with him, please call our Peru office at (765) 473-0141. Dr. Smith is also an active member of the Academy of General Dentistry, National Dental Association, and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.
Dr. Larry Pauley | Dentist in Kokomo & Peru
Dr. Larry Pauley | Dentist in Kokomo & Peru
Dr. Larry Pauley | Dentist in Kokomo & Peru
Dr. Larry Pauley, DDS graduated from the Indiana University School of Dentistry and is a member of the Indiana Dental Association, the American Dental Association, and the Indiana District Dental Society. Dr. Pauley is the Ladd Dental group's root canal and endodontics guru. Dr. Pauley has been performing endodontic therapy for over 25 years, and has a proven track record of highly successful clinical outcomes. He works out of our Ladd Dental Group of Peru location, and our Ladd Dental Group of Kokomo facility. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Pauley, please give our Peru office a call at (765) 473-0141 or give our Kokomo location a call at (765) 455-0085.
Dr. Anissa Mahmoudi | Kokomo Dentist
Dr. Kelsey McCoy | Logansport Dentist
Dr. Larry Pauley | Dentist in Kokomo & Peru
Dr. Anissa Mahmoudi completed her Bachelor’s degree at the University of Texas at Dallas, and she did her post graduated studies from Loyola University School of Medicine. Dr. Anissa secured her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at Indiana University School of Dentistry. Dr. Anissa specialized dental treatments include Tooth Fillings, Tooth Extractions, Root Canal, Cosmetic Dentistry, Denture, Partial, Crown, Bridge, and Veneers. When Dr. Anissa is not in the dental office, she loves spending time with family and friends, cooking delicious food, and spending time outdoors! Dr. Anissa works in our Kokomo office on Monday's, Tuesday's, Thursday's and Friday's!
Dr. Kelsey McCoy | Logansport Dentist
Dr. Kelsey McCoy | Logansport Dentist
Dr. Kelsey McCoy | Logansport Dentist
Dr. McCoy grew up in Galveston, IN and went to Lewis Cass high school in Walton. Following graduation, she attended Indiana University of Kokomo where she received her bachelor’s degree in Biological and Physical Sciences with a minor in Psychology. While at IUK, she was a cheerleader, founder of the pre-dental club, and spent many hours volunteering in her community. Dr. McCoy moved to Indianapolis after graduating from IUK to receive her DDS degree from Indiana University School of Dentistry.
In her free time, she and her husband Zach enjoy travelling, scuba diving, snowboarding, and spending time with friends and family. After years of being away from home, Dr. McCoy is happy to be back in Cass County and serving her community!
Our Dentists | Dental Specialists
Dr. Brittany Curnutt | Kokomo Dentist
Dr. Brian McLellan | Greentown Dentist & Dentures Only
Dr. Dustin Newman | Bunker Hill Dentist
Dr. Brittany Curnutt is extremely excited to be a member of LADD Dental Group! Her goal is to make patients feel comfortable during their visits while also motivating them to play an active role in their oral and dental health. Dr. Curnutt wants to help patients feel confident in their smiles. She grew up in Westfield, Indiana, where she is a graduate of Westfield High School. She then graduated from DePauw University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in biochemistry in 2010. Dr. Curnutt is a graduate of Indiana University School of Dentistry, where she graduated as a Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2014. During her time at IUSD, Dr. Curnutt volunteered at the Student Outreach Clinic, which provided free dental care to an under-served population in Indianapolis. Additionally, she was a member of Kid's Club, which provided dental health education and screenings to children in the Indianapolis area. Dr. Curnutt is a member of the Indiana Dental Association, American Dental Association, and the Indianapolis District Dental Society. Dr. Curnutt has attended several continuing education classes in order to remain knowledgeable about new technology and advancements in the dental profession. Her most recent continuing education experience included a visit to Glasgow, Scotland to attend the International Association of Pediatric Dentistry convention. Dr. Curnutt also earned certification to provide clear braces to patients using Six Month Smiles. During her free time, Dr. Curnutt enjoys going to sporting events, listening to live music, traveling, reading, and spending time with her friends and family. She also recently adopted a boxer mix named Jax, and she loves taking him to the bark park or on walks. Dr. Curnutt looks forward to meeting you and serving all of your dental needs!
Dr. Dustin Newman | Bunker Hill Dentist
Dr. Brian McLellan | Greentown Dentist & Dentures Only
Dr. Dustin Newman | Bunker Hill Dentist
Dr. Newman was born and raised in Michigan City, IN. Dustin and his wife, Liz have been married for 12 years and they have two daughters. Spending time with his family is his favorite past time! They raise rabbits and chickens on their hobby farm. His two daughters participate in 4H where they show rabbits. Dr. Newman received his bachelor’s from Indiana University Northwest before graduating from the Indiana University School of Dentistry. Dr. Newman has built his practice around treating children, and he has tremedous experience in pediatric dentistry. He is an active member of the ADA and the IDA. As far as dentistry is concerned Dr. Newman has a passion for helping his patients! He wants to get them out of pain while getting them over their fears, and get their smile back! His patients are the reason he practices dentistry. He treats each patient as they are a member of his family. Dr. Newman works out of our Ladd Dental Group of Bunker Hill location, as well as our Ladd Dental Group of Kokomo practice. To schedule an appointment with him, please call our Bunker Hill office at (765) 689-8888 or call our Kokomo location at (765) 455-0085.
Dr. Brian McLellan | Greentown Dentist & Dentures Only
Dr. Brian McLellan | Greentown Dentist & Dentures Only
Dr. Brian McLellan | Greentown Dentist & Dentures Only
Dr. McLellan is a graduate of Carroll High School in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and he received his Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Hope College in Holland, Michigan. Dr. McLellan continued on to dental school and earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Indiana University School of Dentistry. He joined the Ladd Dental Group team about two years ago, and the response from our dental patients has been nothing but positive. Dr. McLellan is thrilled to be able to take care of patients here in the Kokomo/Greentown area. Dentistry is his passion, and he prides himself on the quality and comfort of care that I provide. In his free time, he enjoys reading a good book, exploring the open road on his bicycle, and spending time with his family and friends. Dr. McLellan works our of our Ladd Dental Group of Greentown office and is our groups go to provider for dentures. To schedule an appointment with him, please give our Greentown practice a call at (765) 628-3770 .
Dr. Cameron Conkin | Kokomo Oral Surgeon
Dr. Cameron Conkin | Kokomo Oral Surgeon
Dr. Brian McLellan | Greentown Dentist & Dentures Only
Dr. Conkin received his dental degree from the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry, Memphis, Tennessee. Upon graduation, he began a career in the United States Navy and completed a general practice residency at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland. He practiced as a general dentist for the next two years, serving with and caring for Marines at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. He deployed to Iraq with the Marines in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Dr. Conkin completed an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery residency at the National Capitol Consortium (National Naval Medical Center/ Walter Reed Army Medical Center) in Bethesda, Maryland/ Washington DC. While in residency, he was privileged to care for our sailors, soldiers, airmen, and marines injured during combat in Iraq and Afghanistan. He rotated at multiple hospitals including the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center, the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Washington Hospital Center, and the aforementioned training hospitals. This allowed Dr. Conkin to operate with many world experts on various aspects of oral surgery, head and neck pathology, maxillofacial reconstruction, and facial cosmetic surgery and utilize this knowledge in all aspects of his surgical practice today.
Dr. Kevin Deakyne | Peru Dentist
Dr. Cameron Conkin | Kokomo Oral Surgeon
Dr. Bryan Schmidt | Wabash Dentist
Dr. DeaKyne grew up in Fortville, IN where he followed in his grandfather’s footsteps to become a dentist. Dr. DeaKyne received his undergraduate degree from Indiana University and received his doctor of dental surgery degree from Indiana University School of Dentistry. After 30 years of practicing dentistry, the most important things to him are still the relationship with the patient and educating them about their dental needs as well as giving them high quality care.
Dr. DeaKyne enjoys all aspects of general dentistry, including root canals and extractions. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Indiana Dental Association, and the North Central Indiana Dental Association.
Dr. DeaKyne and his wife Shelbia have four grown children and six grandchildren. They attend the Warren United Church of Christ. In his spare time, Kevin enjoys golfing, car shows, attending I.U. football and basketball games, and traveling. His wife Shelbia has a life-long passion for horses and enjoys reading and civil war history. Give Dr. Kevin and our Peru location a call at (765) 473-0141, and experience the LADD Dental difference!
Dr. Bryan Schmidt | Wabash Dentist
Dr. Cameron Conkin | Kokomo Oral Surgeon
Dr. Bryan Schmidt | Wabash Dentist
Dr. Bryan Schmidt joined our Ladd Dental Group family back in 2019, and he has been such a wonderful addition to our Wabash team. Dr. Schmidt was born and raised in right here in Wabash! Dr. Schmidt attended undergrad at Purdue University where he graduated with a General Science Degree. From there, Dr. Bryan went on to Indiana University's Dental School were he received his DDS diploma and was named to the Dean’s List! Dr. Bryan recently graduated and is excited to start his career back where it all began. He is thrilled to be able to serve the community in which he grew up, and is looks forward to the opportunity of treating you and your family!
Our Dentists | Dental specialists
Dr. David Geiger | McCordsville Dentist
Dr. David Geiger | McCordsville Dentist
Dr. David Geiger | McCordsville Dentist
Dr. Geiger was born and raised right here in Indianapolis! David and his family grew up in the Geist area and are still highly active in the local community. David attended Amy Beverland Elementary School, Belzer Middle School, and Lawrence Central High School. He grew up playing little league baseball at Oakland Youth Organization and also played both basketball and baseball at Lawrence Central High School. David then went on to receive his Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and Minors in Biochemistry and French from DePauw University! From there, David went on to the University of Louisville School of Dentistry where he received his DMD diploma and was named to the Dean’s List! Since graduating from dental school in 2015, David has built an impressive resume, including becoming an Adjunct Professor at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry and working as an Associate Dentist at Live Well Community Health Center in Concordia, MO since 2016. David and his wife Kelsey, also a phenomenal dentist within our group, have a beautiful one year old daughter, Reese. They are so excited to be coming home as a family after completing Kelsey’s military service as a Captain in the United States Air Force. Their tight knit growing unit also has two pups, Paisley and Josie. David is all about THE Indiana Hoosiers, loves the Colts, and is a baseball fanatic. Our dental team is so excited about introducing you to Dr. David Geiger, and he is thrilled to be moving back to where it all began!
Dr. Ashley Howard | Kokomo Dentist
Dr. David Geiger | McCordsville Dentist
Dr. David Geiger | McCordsville Dentist
Dr. Ashley Howard is thrilled to be part of the Ladd Dental group. Dr. Howard is a General Dentist with a passion for art, science, and interpersonal relationships. She always strives to deliver comprehensive and compassionate dental care tailored to the individual patient. Dr. Howard grew up in Clayton, New York, where she graduated from Thousand Islands High School. She went on to earn her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with Minors in Biology and Neuroscience from Elon University in North Carolina. Dr. Howard then earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from Midwestern University’s College of Dental Medicine in Illinois (CDMI-IL). Dr. Howard provides dental treatments including, Fillings, Dentures, Partials, Crowns, Bridges, Veneers, Root Canals, Extractions, Cosmetic Dentistry, and Preventative education. Dr. Howard was recognized for excellence in patient care and was awarded the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) Dental Student Award during her time at CDMI-IL. She is an active member of the Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Association, Apperson Study Club, and American Academy of Implant Dentistry. When not in the office she enjoys cooking, skiing, boating, painting, and spending time with family. She has recently moved to Carmel, IN, and is excited to become a part of the community and continue to serve people through comfortable and compassionate dental care. Dr. Howard works Monday through Friday out of our Ladd Dental Group of Kokomo office!
Dr. Todd Dill | Logansport Dentist
Dr. David Geiger | McCordsville Dentist
Dr. Todd Dill | Logansport Dentist
Dr. Todd Dill has been serving the Logansport community for the past 30 years. Dr. Dill attended Indiana University School of Dentistry, where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree! In his free time, Dr. Dill loves spending time with his growing family, playing golf, and is a highly active member in his local church.
Dental Specialists | Dental Surgery Experts
Dr. Ankit Patel | Kokomo Prosthodontist
Dr. Ankit Patel | Kokomo Prosthodontist
Dr. Ankit Patel | Kokomo Prosthodontist
Dr. Ankit Patel received his undergraduate degree from Indiana University in Biology and went on to receive his masters in Biology as well there. Dr. Patel then went on to graduate with a DMD degree from Boston University Goldman School of Dentistry. Ultimately, Dr. Patel went on to graduate from West Virginia University School of Dentistry's Prosthodontics Residency Program in 2014. He moved to Indianapolis about two years ago and really likes living back in his home state. We are thrilled to have Dr. Patel's specialty skill set within our dental group, and we are grateful to be able to offer our patients the highest standard of comprehensive dental care.
Dr. Kaveri Gandhi | Kokomo Periodontist
Dr. Ankit Patel | Kokomo Prosthodontist
Dr. Ankit Patel | Kokomo Prosthodontist
Dr. Kaveri Gandhi graduated from Indiana University School of Dentistry specializing in Periodontics. Prior to this, she completed a fellowship in Periodontics and Prosthodontics at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Gandhi has worked as a dentist since 2012 and has even earned a patent for Endodontic Access Isolators. Quality, compassion, and gentle care are hallmarks of her practice, and she looks forward to sharing this with you when creating a beautiful, healthy smile that is uniquely yours. When Dr. Gandhi is not in the office, she loves traveling around the world and eating new foods. She also enjoys hot yoga, photography, and journaling.