Meet the Team

Office Staff & Management

Our Grove & Platt Dental Associates, P.L.C. front office team plays an essential role in ensuring your appointment runs smoothly! Our front office staff is responsible for new patient setup and scheduling, insurance benefit verification, patient check in and check out, treatment estimates, explaining financing options, dental insurance claim submission and other office tasks! Be sure to say hello, and flash us your healthy smile when you come to your appointment!

Office Staff & Management

Julie

Julie has worked in dental administration for over ten years. She graduated from Central...

Julie has worked in dental administration for over ten years. She graduated from Central College in Pella.

Julie lives in Grimes with her husband, Jeff, and their three children; Janae, Justin and Jenna. When not at work, she keeps busy with their children's activities and enjoys spending time with her family and friends cheering on Dallas Center Grimes teams, as well as the Hawkeyes!

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Andy

Andy is a 1999 graduate of the University of Northern Iowa in Social Science Teaching. He taught...

Andy is a 1999 graduate of the University of Northern Iowa in Social Science Teaching. He taught high school American History & Psychology and coached tennis in Blaine, Minnesota for six years. Since the opening of the office in September 2005, Andy has served as the office manager at Grove & Platt Dental Associates, P.L.C

He and wife, Dr. Jennifer Grove, along with their daughters, Gabriella and Luciana, reside in Grimes. He enjoys living in Grimes and spending time with his family, friends and fishing. He has enjoyed learning the lingo of dentistry, meeting the wonderful patients, and working with the family-in-law…mother-in-law (Debbie Platt), father-in-law (Dr. Mark Platt), brother-in-law (Dr. Matt Platt), and sister-in-law (Betsy Platt)…honestly!

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Tammy

Tammy joined the Grove and Platt family in 2018 bringing with her over 28 years of experience in...

Tammy joined the Grove and Platt family in 2018 bringing with her over 28 years of experience in the dental field.

Tammy and her husband Jeff live in Granger with their 3 children: Collin, Brody and Andrea. In her free time she loves watching her children participate in whatever sport is in season, and cheering on the W-G Hawks! Tammy also enjoys spending time with her family and friends.

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Jennifer

Jennifer has been a part of our Grove and Platt family for many years now. Prior to working here...

Jennifer has been a part of our Grove and Platt family for many years now. Prior to working here, she was a Teacher's Associate for ten years, working with four year olds.

Jennifer resides in Waukee, and has three wonderful daughters: Amanda, Amber and Allison. In her free time, Jennifer enjoys watching the Iowa State Cyclones, attending concerts or listening to local bands around the metro area with friends.

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Jessica

Jessica graduated from the Concorde College in Kansas City and is has recently transitioned...

Jessica graduated from the Concorde College in Kansas City and has recently transitioned to our front office team from her previous role as a dental assistant. She enjoys getting to know patients, as well as keeping up with the latest dental information and technology.

Jessica's dental background is useful when reviewing treatment plans, coordinating with specialists, or explaining treatment to patients. Making sure patients understand the next step in their treatment is her #1 goal.

Jessica lives in Adel with her husband Cody, together they have two sweet daughters. In her free time, Jessica enjoys spending time with friends and family, watching her girls' activities, being outdoors, and cheering on the Kansas Jayhawks.

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Debbie

Debbie has been at Grove & Platt since the first day it opened. She has had the joy of being able to...

Debbie has been at Grove & Platt since the first day it opened. She has had the joy of being able to work with her family (Dr. Matt, Dr. Jen, Andy and Betsy) and her husband Dr. Mark Platt. She has also enjoyed being around her "work family" over the years!

Debbie and her husband, Mark, moved to Grimes several years ago. They enjoy being a part of the community of Grimes and being closer to grandchildren. Many weekends are spent with "Mema and Papa" creating wonderful memories. Debbie and Mark also love gardening, working in the yard, entertaining and traveling.

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