Meet Our Team
Dedicated to your brightest & healthiest smile
Many of us have worked at The Dental Practice for nearly 20 years, and we’ve grown close to the great community of Newton, IA. Our doctors, hygienists, and dental assistants perform a variety of general dentistry services and cosmetic dental procedures. We’re here to answer any of your questions and help you carry out the best dental treatment plan. Whether you need a routine cleaning, a cavity filling, teeth whitening, or wisdom teeth removal, we can help.
Our Doctors
Dr. Steven G. Rabedeaux, DDS, MAGD
Dr. Steven Rabedeaux is an Iowa native who has practiced dentistry for more than 30 years. He received his BS from the University of Iowa. In 1984, he completed his DDS at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry. His father began The Dental Practice in 1957, and he practiced with him until 1991.
Dr. Rabedeaux and his wife, Cindy, have been married for 33 years. They have three grown children and two grandchildren.
Dr. Jacob Parsons, DDS
Dr. Jacob Parsons is a Colorado native. Feeling drawn to his Midwestern roots, he studied Biology at Northwestern College in Iowa. He returned to Colorado to complete his DDS at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine, which he received in 2014.
After earning his DDS, Dr. Parsons completed the University of New Mexico’s Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency. There he studied dental implant surgery, wisdom teeth removal, denture fabrication, root canal treatment, hospital dentistry, pediatric care, and special needs dentistry.
After completing his residency, Dr. Parsons worked at a clinic in the city of Albuquerque, NM. He is currently pursuing a Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry, and he is also active in both local and national dental associations. Dr. Parsons and his wife, Jennifer, have two sons and a daughter.
Our Staff
Dana Anderson
Business Office
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Ashley Hartgers
Business Office
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Jeri Graham
Hygienist
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Elizabeth Huddleston
Hygienist
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Maria Maharry
Hygienist
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Ashley Schnienders
Hygienist
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Erin Doonan
Dental Assistant
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Erin has been with The Dental Practice since 2015. She studied dental assisting and graduated from TeachTech Newton, Dr. Rabedeaux’s dental assistant school. Erin is a registered and expanded function dental assistant, which allows her to provide a variety of patient services. Erin has a son, Lane, and the two of them enjoy four-wheeler rides, playing outside, and tending to their goats. In her free time, Erin enjoys going for walks with her dog, Ellie, and volunteering at the Animal Rescue League.
Joy Gonzalez
Dental Assistant
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Joy joined The Dental Practice in 2017. She graduated from TeachTech Newton, Dr. Rabedeaux’s school for dental assisting. She is now a registered dental assistant. Joy moved to Newton from South Dakota. She and her husband, Rafa, enjoy biking, boating, skiing, and spending time with friends and family.
Kennedy Gulling
Dental Assistant
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Kennedy joined The Dental Practice in 2018 and graduated from Vatterott College in Des Moines, IA. She completed her final clinical rotation at our office. Today, she is a certified and expanded function dental assistant, which allows her to provide a variety of patient services. Kennedy enjoys kayaking, rollerblading, and spending time with her friends and family.
Chris Heck
Dental Assistant
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Ashley Smith
Dental Assistant
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Ashley has been with The Dental Practice since 2007. She completed her education at Kirkwood College in 2006. Ashley is a certified and expanded function dental assistant, which allows her to provide a variety of additional patient services. Ashley and her husband, Nathan, married in January 2018. They enjoy working out, hunting, spending time with family, and volunteering. They have a miniature dachshund named Tobi.
Riley Van Gilst
Dental Assistant
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Riley has been with The Dental Practice since 2017. She completed her education at Indian Hills Community College in Ottumwa, IA. Riley is a certified and expanded function dental assistant, which allows her to provide a variety of patient services. Riley and her husband, Daniel, live on a farm in Newton with cows, pigs, their dog, Maizy, and cat, Jasper. Daniel and Riley enjoy spending time with their friends and family, motorcycling, and being on the farm.
Call 641-792-2780 to schedule an appointment!