Our Team

Professional & Passionate About Our Work

Holly van Hofwegen

Dr. Holly van Hofwegen

DDS | Dentist

Dr. Holly van Hofwegen received her undergraduate degree from The University of Northern Iowa, where she played volleyball for the Panthers. She went on to study at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree. Post dental school, Holly served in the USAF for 3 years and was stationed at Seymour Johnson AFB in North Carolina.

Dr. van Hofwegen is a member of the International Academy of Facial Aesthetics, Academy of General Dentistry, DOCS Sedation, American Orthodontic Society, the South Dakota Dental Association and The Luke Society. She is committed to furthering her education constantly and providing her patients with the most advanced dental care.

She is passionate about missions and has traveled to Bolivia, Honduras and Haiti to provide dental care to the needy. Presently, she is awaiting the arrival of the newest addition to the family; a little girl from Ethiopia.

Gracie Deery

Dr. Gracie Deery

DDS | Dentist

Dr. Gracie Deery was born and raised along the Mississippi River in Burlington, Iowa. She completed both her undergraduate Bachelor of Science degree and Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Iowa in Iowa City, IA. In dental school, Gracie participated in student research, was a member of the American Association for Women Dentistry, and a volunteer for the Iowa Mission of Mercy.

Dr. Gracie is committed to continuously advancing her education to provide her patients with exceptional and leading dental care. She is excited to seek out additional continuing education courses to further advance her dentistry skills. Dr. Gracie is a member of the American Dental Association and the South Dakota Dental Association. She is excited to join more dental professional associations in the future!

In her free time, Dr. Gracie is an ice cream connoisseur, enjoys outdoor activities, and spending time with her family and friends. She is excited to become more involved in the Sioux Falls community and is passionate about volunteering. In the meantime, she can often be found with her Bernedoodle puppy, Clark, who definitely keeps her on her toes!

Meet the Rest of the van Hofwegen Team

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Team Profiles

From our receptionist to our dental hygienists and assistants, our education, dedication and compassion for our patients make us stand out from the rest. Read our profiles and come meet us!

Stacy - Office Manager

Stacy - Office Manager

Stacy graduated from SDSU in 2003 with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Economics and a minor in Accounting. She grew up on a farm near Lennox, SD and joined our office in 2007 as the front office administrative assistant. Stacy has a daughter, Norah, and she enjoys cooking, shopping and traveling, especially cruising.

Kathy - Dental Assistant

Kathy - Dental Assistant

Kathy has been a dental assistant for over 30 years. She is well versed in all areas of dentistry and is excellent at making you feel at ease. Kathy was raised in Webster, SD. She and her husband have one daughter and son-in-law. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors and riding motorcycle.

Ashley - Dental Hygienist/Assistant

Ashley - Dental Hygienist/Assistant

Ashley is a 2010 graduate of USD with her Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene. In college, Ashley received multiple awards for her academic standings and served as President of the Student American Dental Hygienist Association. She has since taken additional training to treat her patients with periodontal disease using laser therapy. Ashley was raised on a small farm near Tyndall, SD. She is recently married to Seth and they live in Tea, SD with their cat, Gus. She enjoys gardening, photography, spending time with family and being outdoors.
Peggy - Dental Assistant

Peggy - Dental Assistant

Peggy moved to Sioux Falls from Aberdeen, SD. She is the Invisalign Clin Check Coordinator and has worked in orthodontics for 40 years. She is married with a son, daughter, son-in-law and 2 grandchildren. She enjoys camping, reading and making jewelry in her time off.
Kim - Dental Hygienist

Kim - Dental Hygienist

Kim is a 2003 USD graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene. She was raised in Jackson, MN, and now lives in Brandon, SD with her husband Paul, and sons Nathan and Nicholas. She enjoys traveling, attending sporting events and spending time with her family. Kim is licensed to practice dental hygiene in SD, MN and IA. Kim has taken additional training to treat her patients with periodontal disease using laser therapy. She is a member of the South Dakota Dental Hygiene Association and the American Dental Hygiene Association.
Karlie - Dental Hygienist

Karlie - Dental Hygienist

Karlie is a 2018 USD graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene. She is from Dell Rapids, SD and currently lives on a small acreage north of there. In her spare time she enjoys hunting, fishing and spending time outdoors with her brother, dad and boyfriend.
Brittney - Dental Assistant

Jaimie - Administrative Assistant

Jaimie grew up in the Black Hills of South Dakota and made her way to Sioux Falls in 2013. She has spent the last 8 years working in customer service and loves meeting all the new faces who visit our office. Outside of work, Jaimie loves working out, spending time with friends and family, or going on walks with her puppy, Myah, and boyfriend, Gavin.
Brittney - Dental Assistant

Emily - Dental Assistant

Emily graduated in 2012 with an AAS degree in dental assisting from South Central College in Mankato, Minnesota. Emily and her dog, Ruby, have made Sioux Falls their home for the last 8 years. In her spare time, she enjoys crocheting, working out, attending sporting events, and reading fiction books.