Welcome to Langkau Family Dentistry

Our team is the heart of everything we do. Each member brings experience, compassion, and a shared commitment to create a welcoming place for every patient. We believe in building lasting relationships through trust, comfort, and high-quality care. Together, we’re proud to serve the Tipton community with warmth and professionalism across generations.

Our Team

Cathy Retherford, Dental Hygienist

Cathy Retherford

Dental Hygienist

My name is Cathy Retherford, and I’ve been a dental hygienist for 24 years, spending my entire career at Langkau Family Dentistry. Outside of work, I enjoy reading and spending time with my family. The best part of my job is building connections with my patients and helping to ease any dental anxieties they may have.

Susan Sloan, Dental Hygienist

Susan Sloan

Dental Hygienist

Susan attended Dental Hygiene School at Indiana University South Bend.  She has been a hygienist for 27 years.  She enjoys the personal connection and helping her patients improve their oral health.  She and her husband Mitch have a 24 year old daughter, 22 year old son and 17 year old daughter.  Spending time with her family is her favorite thing to do, but some other things she enjoys are camping/traveling, cooking, and canning.  She also loves to volunteer in her community.

Joni Lively, Dental Hygienist

Joni Lively

Dental Hygienist

Joni graduated from the Ivy Tech dental hygiene program in 2019 and has been practicing dental hygiene for six years.  She and her husband are Tipton locals and have three boys and a little one.  She loves spending time with them and watching them in all of their sports and activities.  Her favorite thing about being a hygienist is forming relationships with her patients and helping them feel comfortable while having a positive experience at the dentist.  

Jordan Lively, Dental Hygienist

Jordan Lively

Dental Hygienist

Jordan is originally from Tipton, where she still lives with her family. Jordan and her husband, Corey, have 2 children, Maren and Grover. She likes to spend time with her family and friends, enjoys golfing and being outside, and loves the beach and sunshine. 

Jordan started her dental career back in 2016 when she became an Expanded Dental Assistant . She decided to further her education as a Registered Dental Hygienist and received her degree in May of 2020. Jordan enjoys establishing genuine relationships with her patients, and she loves being able to work and care for the people in her hometown. 

Jaeden Henderson-Ormsby, Dental Assitant

Jaeden Henderson-Ormsby

Dental Assistant

My name is Jaeden Henderson. I am from Fairmount, IN. I have a 3-year old son named Jetzyn. I have been in the dentistry field for about 5 years now. I was an Orthodontic Clinician for about 4 of those years. My favorite part of dentistry is meeting and forming a friendship with our patients. I also enjoy being able to assist with providing a healthy smile for our patients! In my free time I enjoy being outdoors, going boating, and any fun activities with my son, boyfriend, and our 3 dogs.  

Megan Blackburn, Dental Assistant

Megan Blackburn

Dental Assistant

I’m Megan, and I have been practicing in Dentistry as a dental assistant for 17 years. My favorite part of dentistry is the incredible team that I get to work with. My favorite hobbies include reading and vacationing with my family.

Debby Netherton, Front Desk Coordinator

Debby Netherton

Front Desk Coordinator

Hi, I am Debby Netherton. I have worked in this office for 26 years. My coworkers are like family. I like to see our patients and make them feel welcome. My husband and I were born and raised here in Tipton. The most important thing to me is spending time with my two sons and their wives and the rest of my family.

Gina Neff, Assistant

Gina Neff

Assistant

I’m Gina.

I have been a dental assistant for many years. The part I have enjoyed the most is working in the lab and talking to the patients.

In my spare time, I love spending time with my kids, grandchildren, gardening and trying out new recipes.  

I have worked with some great people through the years!!

Shay Plumer, Office Manager

Shay Plumer

Office Manager

I have been in dentistry since 1987. The first 36 years as a Dental Hygienist, then in 2024 , I switched roles, and took on the position as Office Manager. I enjoy being able to help our patients obtain and maintain their optimal dental health. Many of these patients have become like family to me.

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We, at Langkau Family Dentistry, pride ourselves in inviting anyone and everyone thru our front door. No matter your status, no matter your finances, Dr. Langkau provides all patients with access to superior quality in dental care.

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114 4th St, Tipton, IN,
46072, United States

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