Meet the Team
Here to guide your dental journey so you can smile confidently
Meet the Dentists
Dr. Eklund (aka Dr. Rhett) took over his father’s practice in 2003. He attended Loma Linda University in California and earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree. He is a member of the American Dental Association® (ADA), the International Academy of Mini Dental Implants (IAMDI), the Academy of General Dentistry(AGD), the Washington County Dental Society (WCDS), and the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation (DOCS). He is certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and has completed a Nobel Biocare Implant Dentistry Residency.
Everett J Eklund, DDS
Dr. Arlyn Logan joined Potomac Dental Centre in October 2020. Arlyn graduated from West Point Military Academy with a Bachelor of Science. As an Airborne Ranger, he has deployed to Korea, Kuwait, and Iraq, where he was awarded the Bronze Star. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from Howard University and completed a one-year residency at Howard University Hospital in Washington D.C.
Arlyn Logan, DDS
Dr. Toral Patel joined Potomac Dental Centre in July 2022. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from Howard University, Washington D.C. Toral practiced dentistry in India before moving to the US in 2015. Her attention to detail and thorough approach will ensure that you get comprehensive care aimed at restoring your smile and dental health for your lifetime.
Toral Patel, DDS
Our Mission
When people are embarrassed to smile, socialize in public or chew the foods they love, the passion to live fully the way they once did is lost. At Potomac Dental Centre, we will create a custom plan, guide you through your journey and restore your smile so you can live confidently.
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Administrative Team
Claudia is our comptroller at Potomac Dental Centre. Her experience includes working as a physicians’ accountant at Inter-Medic Medical Center to more than 60 physicians. She measures productivity of our team and doctors. She has her Bachelor of Arts degree in Business with emphasis in accounting. She has worked at our Hagerstown, Maryland, dental practice since 2003.
Claudia
Comptroller
Susie started at Potomac Dental in 2003. She is a registered dental hygienist certified in N202 administration and local anesthesia. She helps manage the office and oversees all departments, patient care, and business aspects.
Susie
Office Manager
Chavelle was the general manager for Ulta Beauty when she decided to switch her career to the dentistry field. In 2018, she took on the role of office manager for a local practice. In August 2020, Chavelle joined our team at Potomac Dental Centre as our scheduling and patient coordinator.
Chavelle
Office Coordinator
Amanda joined Potomac Dental Centre in October 2020. She is our insurance coordinator and is cross trained for dental assisting. She has her Maryland Radiation License, Dental Assisting Expanded Function training and is phlebotomy trained.
Amanda
Patient Coordinator
Josie joined PDC in September of 2021. She is originally from Illinois. She received her bachelor’s degree from Southern Illinois University of Carbondale in 2019 in Business – specializing in hospitality/tourism. Josie helps the team as our hospitality coordinator & event planner.
Josie
Schedule Coordinator
Alyssa joined PDC in January 2022. She is originally from NYC. Her passion for people and different cultures drove her to receive her Bachelor’s degree in Sociology in 2017 – specializing in Latin American and Latino studies. Alyssa helps PDC as our hospitality coordinator and is a real team player.
Alyssa
Hospitality Coordinator
Rachel joined the team in April 2022. She has been in the dental field for over a decade. She helps out with our admin team doing various tasks and loves working with people and numbers. Her attention to detail and team player attitude bring smiles to all.
Rachel
Administrative Assistant
Dental Assistant Team
Katie joined Potomac Dental Centre in 2012. Katie received dental assistant training at Hagerstown Community College. She has her Maryland Radiation License, Dental Assisting Expanded Function License, is a Qualified Dental Assistant, has her Orthodontic Assistant License and is Phlebotomy trained.
Katie
Lead Dental Assistant
Penny joined Potomac Dental Centre in November 2019. Penny has her Maryland Radiation License, ACLS training, Dental Assisting Expanded Function training, is a Qualified Dental Assistant and is phlebotomy trained.
Penny
Dental Assistant
Jade joined Potomac Dental Centre in March 2021. She Attended Franklin County Career & Technical Center for Dental Assisting in 2020. She has a passion for the dental field and is currently working towards getting certified.
Jade
Dental Assistant
Cat started working at Potomac Dental in April 2022. She started as a dental assistant in 2019. She is BLS & ACLS certified. She came to us with oral surgery experience and has been able to use her great skill sets with our patients. She has been a wonderful team player and works with a special ease that makes people comfortable.
Cat
Dental Assistant
Doris started at Potomac Dental Centre in September 2021. She helps the team with sterilization, and dental assisting the hygienists and the dentists. She is bilingual and speaks Spanish and English. Our Spanish-speaking patients are grateful for her kind chairside manner and the team appreciates her willingness to help wherever she is needed.
Doris
Dental Assistant
Kennedi joined Potomac Dental Centre in September, 2022. She has prior dental experience and her Radiation license in PA and MD. Kennedi has been a great asset to our team, especially in our dental hygiene department. She seeks to further her education to become a dental hygienist. Her kind and friendly demeanor puts our patients at ease.
Kennedi
Dental Assistant
Brooke joined our team in September of 2022. She is in high school at Franklin County Career & Technology Centre for dental assisting and will graduate in June, 2023. She will be going to dental hygiene school in the future. Brooke has a great chairside manner with patients and is a team player who seeks to learn and do more everyday.
Brooke
Dental Assistant
Dental Hygiene Team
Lindsay joined Potomac Dental Centre in September of 2014. She graduated from Allegany College with an Associate’s in Applied Science degree in Dental Hygiene. She started as a dental assistant and later became a hygienist. She is Soft Tissue Laser and Nitrous Oxide trained.
Lindsay
Registered Dental Hygienist
Denise started at PDC in February 2020. She graduated from Allegany College of Maryland in 2009 with her Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene. Denise is soft tissue laser trained, as well as Nitrous Oxide, and local anesthesia certified. She brings a team player attitude to the practice and enjoys learning new things.
Denise
Registered Dental Hygienist
Taryn joined PDC in December, 2022. She has been a dental hygienist since 2006. She has her local anesthesia license. With her great experience, she brings a special value to our office on how to go the extra mile for patient care and organizational skills.
Taryn
Registered Dental Hygienist
Digital Dental Lab
Lindsey joined Potomac Dental Centre in April 2019. She is a Certified Dental Assistant. She has her Maryland Radiation License, ACLS training, Dental Assisting Expanded Function training, is a Qualified Dental Assistant and is phlebotomy trained.
Lindsey
Lead Lab Technician
Devon joined Potomac Dental Centre in August of 2020 doing maintenance for our building and equipment. In February of 2022, he joined our in-house dental lab and helps with various tasks to complete cases for our patients. He enjoys working with his hands and is a great team player.
Devon
Lab Technician
