ABOUT
WE'RE YOUR DENTAL
HOME, CLOSE TO HOME
Hillcrest Dental Center was established with family friendliness in mind. Our founding doctor, Raymond G. Klockow, DDS, is a Rensselaer native and sought to create a family-based practice accessible to the communities of Jasper County.
For over 20 years, we have operated with the health and happiness of our patients at the forefront – your smiles make us smile!
Thanks to the commitment of our staff and patients, we have expanded over the years to offer a broader variety of services, support more staff, and incorporate state-of-the-art technology.
We continue to be dedicated towards improving our patients’ dental hygiene, at all stages of life!
GENERAL, COSMETIC
AND EMERGENCY
DENTIST SERVICES
As Hillcrest continued to grow, 2011 saw yet another addition of a third dentist, Jack Drone, DDS, a local county resident. Drs. Ahler and Drone now direct their efforts and energy toward providing comprehensive, quality care and emergency dentist services in one location close to home. The Hillcrest priority is to provide the highest standard of oral healthcare and beautiful smiles.
MEET OUR DOCTORS
John Ahler, D.D.S
Dr. Ahler graduated from Indiana University (‘97) and is now a general practitioner, traveling to and providing services for 5 regional care centers, 3 County Head Start facilities, Saint Joseph College, and various local schools.
He and the Hillcrest Family Dental Center Team offer a wide range of services from bleaching and orthodontics consultations to soft tissue and oral surgical procedures.
Dr. Ahler graduated from RCHS in 1983 and continues to remain active in the community as a Cub Scout Master, Rotarian, and Knights of Columbus member.
Jack Drone D.D.S
Hillcrest Dental would like to welcome our Dr. Jack W. Drone to our practice! He graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor’s Degree in the Biological Sciences, earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Northwestern University, and has been practicing all phases of general dentistry for 13 years.
Dr. Drone and his family are very glad to be a part of Jasper County again, and they look forward to meeting and helping the patients of Hillcrest Family Dental Center.
Abby, Hygienist
“I love helping to achieve healthy smiles”
Abby is one of Rensselaer’s own! She graduated from Rensselaer Central High School, and we are so glad she joined Hillcrest in 1999. She is currently part of the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) and the American Dental Hygiene Association (ADHA). Abby and her husband, Scott, enjoy being around family and friends, riding bikes, walking, running, and working in their yard.
Hometown: Rensselaer, IN
Fun Fact: Likes to be outdoors and work in her flower beds
Favorite Activity: Spending time with her fur babies, family,
and friends
Andrea, Office Manager / Expanded Functions Dental Assistant EFDA
“I love seeing the faces of my patients after caring for them”
After graduating from Tri-County High School (‘97), Andrea worked as a pharmacy tech before starting at Hillcrest Dental as a dental assistant in 1999. She is passionate about caring for patients and helping them achieve their dental goals, all while making sure they take time to laugh. She has two talented children Havannah and Hayden who are the loves of her life. Andrea lives in Remington and enjoys spending time outdoors and with family and friends.
Hometown: Remington, IN
Fun Fact: Enjoys going to the gym and spending time with family and friends
Favorite Activity: Enjoying outdoors and going to the gym
Diane, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
“I love seeing clients grow up over the years”
Diane has been a member of the Hillcrest family for 25 years and says there’s nothing like being a part of a small-town atmosphere. Over the past two decades, she has watched clients grow to be adults and really values the friendships she has acquired. When not at work, Diane enjoys running, biking, exercising, and golfing — but mostly spending time with her children.
Hometown: DeMotte, IN
Fun Fact: Has run 3 half marathons
Favorite Activity: Baking, reading, and enjoying the outdoor
Stefanie, Hygienist
“I love building relationships and trust with my patients to help them feel comfortable and lessen any of their fears”
Stefanie joined Hillcrest in 2004 while in the midst of her junior year at RCHS and became a full-time hygienist in 2011. She loves being a boy mom and resides in Wolcott with her husband and two sons, enjoying the great outdoors, home projects, and spending time together.
Hometown: Rensselaer, IN
Fun Fact: Holds her pen differently when she writes
Favorite Activity: Hanging out at the lake, and watching her boys show cattle
John Ahler, D.D.S
Dr. Ahler graduated from Indiana University (‘97) and is now a general practitioner, traveling to and providing services for 5 regional care centers, 3 County Head Start facilities, Saint Joseph College, and various local schools.
He and the Hillcrest Family Dental Center Team offer a wide range of services from bleaching and orthodontics consultations to soft tissue and oral surgical procedures.
Dr. Ahler graduated from RCHS in 1983 and continues to remain active in the community as a Cub Scout Master, Rotarian, and Knights of Columbus member.
Jack Drone D.D.S
Hillcrest Dental would like to welcome our Dr. Jack W. Drone to our practice! He graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor’s Degree in the Biological Sciences, earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Northwestern University, and has been practicing all phases of general dentistry for 13 years.
Dr. Drone and his family are very glad to be a part of Jasper County again, and they look forward to meeting and helping the patients of Hillcrest Family Dental Center.
Abby, Hygienist
“I love helping to achieve healthy smiles”
Abby is one of Rensselaer’s own! She graduated from Rensselaer Central High School, and we are so glad she joined Hillcrest in 1999. She is currently part of the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) and the American Dental Hygiene Association (ADHA). Abby and her husband, Scott, enjoy being around family and friends, riding bikes, walking, running, and working in their yard.
Hometown: Rensselaer, IN
Fun Fact: Likes to be outdoors and work in her flower beds
Favorite Activity: Spending time with her fur babies, family,
and friends
Andrea, Office Manager / Expanded Functions Dental Assistant EFDA
“I love seeing the faces of my patients after caring for them”
After graduating from Tri-County High School (‘97), Andrea worked as a pharmacy tech before starting at Hillcrest Dental as a dental assistant in 1999. She is passionate about caring for patients and helping them achieve their dental goals, all while making sure they take time to laugh. She has two talented children Havannah and Hayden who are the loves of her life. Andrea lives in Remington and enjoys spending time outdoors and with family and friends.
Hometown: Remington, IN
Fun Fact: Enjoys going to the gym and spending time with family and friends
Favorite Activity: Enjoying outdoors and going to the gym
Diane, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
“I love seeing clients grow up over the years”
Diane has been a member of the Hillcrest family for 25 years and says there’s nothing like being a part of a small-town atmosphere. Over the past two decades, she has watched clients grow to be adults and really values the friendships she has acquired. When not at work, Diane enjoys running, biking, exercising, and golfing — but mostly spending time with her children.
Hometown: DeMotte, IN
Fun Fact: Has run 3 half marathons
Favorite Activity: Baking, reading, and enjoying the outdoor
Stefanie, Hygienist
“I love building relationships and trust with my patients to help them feel comfortable and lessen any of their fears”
Stefanie joined Hillcrest in 2004 while in the midst of her junior year at RCHS and became a full-time hygienist in 2011. She loves being a boy mom and resides in Wolcott with her husband and two sons, enjoying the great outdoors, home projects, and spending time together.
Hometown: Rensselaer, IN
Fun Fact: Holds her pen differently when she writes
Favorite Activity: Hanging out at the lake, and watching her boys show cattle
Sarah, Insurance Coordinator
“I enjoy helping patients have the best dental experience!”
A graduate of Kankakee Valley High School in 1991, Sarah followed up her high school education at Indiana University Northwest Dental Auxiliary in 1992. Since then, she has been in the dental field for 32 years as both a Certified Dental Assistant and an office manager. Sarah has always enjoyed this field, where she can help her patients have a truly great experience from start to finish. With her boyfriend Craig, Sarah has two daughters, Michaela and Mackenzie, and a grandson, Ethan.
Hometown: Wheatfield, IN
Fun Fact: Sarah loves being outdoors and doing yardwork.
Favorite Activity: Baking and sharing sweets with her friends and family.
Breanna, Hygienist
“Born and raised in Jasper County, I’m proud to have been a hygienist around my home for over 18 years!”
Born and raised in Jasper County, Breanna graduated from Kankakee Valley High School in 2002 and continued her education at Indiana University Northwest, where she graduated in 2005. Breanna has been a practicing Hygienist for 18 years, making her a perfect addition to the Hillcrest team. When she’s not cleaning teeth, Breanna can often be found enjoying the outdoors while she watches her kids enjoy their favorite sports.
Hometown: Wheatfield, IN
Fun Fact: Breanna spends as much time as she can down by the lake with her family and friends.
Favorite Activity: Fishing, boating, and sunbathing by the lake.
Lisa, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)
“I enjoy being able to help make a patient feel at ease and change the way they feel being at the dentist”
Lisa is our very own Rensselaer townie – having grown up here, she understands the community we have here and loves everyone’s willingness to be giving and kind. She went on to Indianapolis to further her education and got her expanded functions dental certificate at IUPUI in 2012. Shortly after, Lisa got married to her high school sweetheart and now has two beautiful girls. She enjoys spending as much time as she can with her family. especially outdoors and having Super Hero Saturday.
Hometown: Rensselaer, IN
Fun Fact: Lived in Hawaii from ages 1-4 because her parents were dental technicians in the Navy
Favorite Activity: volleyball, family walks, and eating good sushi
Bethany, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)
“I enjoy educating patients, and seeing them love and be confident with their smiles”
Bethany graduated from Ivy Tech Community College in 2015 with an Associate’s Degree in Dental Assisting and was Class Treasurer of her Dental Assistant class. Bethany and her husband, Ethan, have been married since 2014 and they have 4 children together; Brody, Bailee, Bryer, and Bensyn. In their spare time, they are at their children’s sporting events or doing outdoor activities. Bethany enjoys sports, working out, being outside, crafts, and most importantly being with her family.
Hometown: Kentland, IN
Fun Fact: Has been skydiving and would totally do it again!
Favorite Activity: Playing outside with her kids and coaching their sports
Madyson, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)
“I love educating patients about oral health care and helping patients gain confidence with their smile”
Madyson graduated from Rensselaer Central High School in 2016 where afterward, she completed her dental assisting certificate through Dental Careers Foundation in Indianapolis. Her favorite thing about being an assistant is interacting with patients and being a part of such a great team. In her free time, she likes to spend time with family and friends, attend sporting events, and relax on the beach.
Hometown: Rensselaer, IN
Fun Fact: Loves traveling and try to travel to at least one new destination a year
Favorite Activity: Going to concerts and athletic events
Keely, Hygienist
“I love the days when I can turn someone’s negative opinions around the dentist or change the look of someone’s smile with just a cleaning”
Keely is a 2007 graduate of Kankakee Valley High School. After high school, she attended Indiana University Northwest where she graduated with an Associate’s Degree of Science in Dental Hygiene in 2012. She joined the Hillcrest team as a dental hygienist in 2016. Keely resides in Wheatfield with her husband Matt, their 2 boys, and their dog Maverick. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends being outdoors and traveling.
Hometown: Wheatfield, IN
Fun Fact: Loves pizza and Mexican food
Favorite Activity: Horseback riding, traveling, and fishing
“I’m happy to be back and helping my community by volunteering with sports activities, a scholarship program, school activities, and working at Hillcrest!”
OUR OFFICE IN THE COMMUNITY
The Rensselaer community means the world to the Hillcrest Family Dental – our patients are our priority, and we love seeing them thrive beyond our office doors. Many members of our team are Rensselaer natives or grew up nearby, and know the value of the people who live here.
The Hillcrest team extends care and compassion to the community as we do our patients. Our employees coach little league teams, support local businesses, and volunteer.
Hillcrest Family Dental is thankful for the people of Rensselaer!
