About Us

Introducing Your Dental Professionals

Benjamin David Elmore, DMD
Dr. Elmore earned his BS in chemical engineering from the University of Missouri at Columbia and then went on to earn his DMD from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Before opening his private practice in St. Joseph, Dr. Elmore served as the general dentist for the Social Welfare Board Clinic, and he plans to volunteer more service in the community as his practice expands.

Dr. Elmore truly loves dentistry and continues his education through postgraduate training and professional associations. His recent focus includes orthodontics, Wilckodontics, and mini dental implants. Dr. Elmore is a proud member of the American Dental Association and the Missouri Dental Association.

A family man, Dr. Elmore and his wife Laurie have five children, Lauren, Alexsi, Madison, Jacob, and Brieyn. When he’s not helping patients achieve optimal oral health or spending time with his family, Dr. Elmore enjoys working with computers, fishing, and reading. He also dedicates time to serving in his church.

David Stanley Beck, DDS
Dr. Beck earned his BS in biochemistry from the University of Miami, where he graduated with honors. He immediately pursued his DDS degree at the University of Missouri- Kansas City, where he participated in the senior departmental advanced studies in periodontics program. Dr. Beck enjoys general dentistry. He particularly likes working on crown and bridge cases, as well as composite restorations. Dr. Beck is a member of the American Dental Association, the Missouri Dental Association, and the Academy of General Dentistry. In his free time, Dr. Beck enjoys spending time with his wife Suzanne. He is also an avid reader, tennis player, and runner.

Sandy Koehler, Hygienist
Sandy received her dental hygiene degree from Johnson County Community College in Overland Park, KS. She has over 3 years of experience as a hygienist. Sandy enjoys the laid back, friendly office atmosphere. She also enjoys working with patients and making them feel comfortable while helping them to improve their oral health.

Sandy has been married to Christopher for three years. They have a son, Kobe. She loves spending time with family and friends. She enjoys dancing, boating, swimming and the occasional golf game.

Janaha Anderson, Lead Hygienist
Janaha recently graduated with a degree in dental hygiene from NCMC/HTC. She also brings 4 years of Dental Assistant experience to our office. Janaha enjoys giving back to the community by volunteering as an oral health advocate. She strives to make sure patients understand the connection between oral health and their overall health. Janaha has been married to John, her high school sweetheart, for 16 years. They have three boys, John 13, Jacob 10 and Jordan 8. Janaha and her family are very involved in youth wrestling and football. They also enjoy camping, canoeing, fishing and spending time with family and friends.

Corrin Wright, Dental Assistant
Corrin brings 4 years of Dental Assistant experience to our office. With her friendly, outgoing personality she makes everyone feel welcome and relaxed. She loves her career and loves being able help patients look and feel their best. Corrin grew up in Savannah, Mo and later graduated High School from Lincoln, Nebraska in June 2004. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends. She loves to be outdoors, ride 4-wheelers, go boating, and dancing.

Aja Clark, Dental Assistant
Aja completed her Dental Assisting program in 2010 at Concorde Career Center in Kansas City, Mo. Aja brings 1+ years experience to our office. Aja enjoys the comfortable, friendly office atmosphere. Her outgoing personality and caring manner makes the patients feel comfortable in the Dental chair. Aja grew up in St. Joseph, Mo and graduated from Central High School in 2007. Aja enjoys spending time with her friends, family, and her boyfriend of 4 years, Austin Casey. Aja and Austin enjoy being outside, four wheeling, camping,and hanging out with friends. Other activities she enjoys is shopping, working out, and live music.

Cynthia Sinclair, Lead Dental Assistant
Cynthia brings 26 years of Dental Assistant experience to our office. With her friendly, spunky personality she makes everyone feel right at home. She enjoys her profession and loves getting to know patients. She attended the Kansas City Collage for Medical and Dental Careers where she became certified in: Expanded functions in Restorative Materials, Fixed and Removable Prosthetics, Periodontics, and Orthodontia. Cynthia is originally from Plattsburg, but has lived in Trimble now for 5 years. She has 2 children, Cassie and Daniel, also 4 grandchildren Tyson, Chellssie, and Cayleigh, and the other is on the way! She loves spending time with family, friends, and most of all her animals: 2 labs and 2 cats. In her spare time she enjoys gardening, spoiling her grandchildren, and she is a MAJOR fan of Pro Football.

Amber Kerns, Office Manager
Amber brings 10+ years of office experience to our practice. With her computer knowledge and friendly personality, Amber is a great asset to our team. Amber enjoys working with the public and offering top of the line customer service. Her compassion and caring attitude makes everyone feel welcome as soon as they walk in the door. Amber graduated from Savannah High School in 2002 and attended MWSU for 3 years. She now resides in Helena with her fiance Dustin Hook and their 2 dogs Ace and Nitro. Amber enjoys the outdoors, whether it be camping, boating, or hunting. Her hobbies are cooking, dancing, shopping, target shooting, and watching movies. Amber loves to spend time with her friends and family and enjoys meeting new people and trying new things.

Julie Glaubius, Insurance Coordinator/Treatment Plan
Julie has enjoyed working in the dental field over six years. She truly gets great satisfaction from helping patients with their dental needs. At our office, the staff has the most up-to-date technology to diagnose those needs. Jule loves being part of the friendly, caring and professional team and Elmore Family Dentistry.

Julie grew up in a small town in Nebraska. She went on to graduate from the University of Nebraska at Kearney with a Bachelor of Science degree. Julie moved to Saint Joseph over three years ago with her family which includes her husband Kevin and their three children: Garret, Carissa, and Hayden. To complete their family, they have a cat named Buddy and a dog named Buster. In her free time, Julie enjoyes spending time with her family, shopping, and going to sporting events her children are active in. Being Nebraska natives, Julie and her family are true Husker fans and enjoy watching the big red games.

Erica Abram, Administrative Assistant
Erica brings 10+ years of customer service to our practice. Erica is very focused on creating a positive experience for our patients. She brings the skills and knowledge necessary to create a patient friendly environment. Erica graduated from Oak Park High School, Kansas City, MO in 2003. She now resides in St. Joseph, MO with her fianc� Eric Henslee. She grew up in Kansas City with her very large family. She is the second eldest of seven children, five brothers and one sister!

Erica has 2 beautiful daughters Kenna & Baylor, and a soon to be step-daughter Libby. Erica enjoys spending time with her daughters, being outdoors, camping, and traveling. She loves sports especially basketball and football. Her hobbies are reading, video games, watching movies, and volunteering for United Way. Erica also enjoys spending time with her friends and family.