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Bluegrass Oral Health Center was founded in 2006 by Dr. Andrew Burt with a vision for a center of advanced dentistry that could provide all facets of care in one patient setting. With an emphasis on balancing technology with tried-and-true conservative dentistry, the practice has grown tremendously. Bluegrass now has offices in Bowling Green, Morgantown, Smiths Grove, Munfordville, and Russellville, as well as, provides care for the Medical Center, Greenview Hospital, and WKU Athletics. We have grown to a network of 10 offices with over 70 team members, but continue to place focus on the individual, building strong relationships with our patients and our community.

Dr. Andrew Burt

After graduating from the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry in 1997, Doctor Andrew Burt returned to Bowling Green where he has been in private…

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Dr. Thomas Birkenhauer

Doctor Thomas Birkenhauer has been practicing at Bluegrass Oral Health since 2010.  During his time at the University of Kentucky he was voted class president…

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Dr. Daniel Birkenhauer

Doctor Daniel Birkenhauer arrived in Bowling Green in 2015. At the University of Kentucky Dr. Birkenhauer, was president of UK Shooting Sports and carried…

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Dr. Hayden Young

Doctor Hayden Young received his undergraduate degree in Biology from Brescia University in 2015 where he was also a member of the golf team for four years…

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Dr. Todd Towe

Dr. Todd Towe attended Western Kentucky University where he graduated in 2007. Following his education at WKU, Dr. Todd completed his DMD degree at…

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Dr. Thomas F. Carroll

Dr. Thomas F. Carroll, graduate of The University of Kentucky College of Dentistry, is returning to Bluegrass Oral Health Center. Tom has been in practice for over…

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Dr. Meghan Thomas

Doctor Meghan Thomas attended the University of Kentucky and graduated with a degree in Biology in 2006. She attended the University of Kentucky College…

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Dr. Christopher Todd Shuemaker

Doctor Shuemaker attended the University of Louisville for his undergraduate studies, receiving the McConnell Scholarship for political leadership, and graduated…

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Dr. Jake Clark

Dr. Clark received his Bachelors degree in Biology from Western Kentucky University in 2013. He then went on to dental school at The University…

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Dr. Ken Kelly

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Dr. Erin Elliott

Dr. Erin C. Elliott has given children exceptional comprehensive pediatric dental care for the past 21 years…

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Dr. Randall Elliott

For 21 years, Dr. Randall H. Elliott has been dedicated to offering his pediatric patients the very best dental care in the Bowling Green area…

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Dr. Savanna Rennirt

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Dr. Kyle Stephenson

Dr. Kyle Stephenson attended the University of Kentucky, earning his bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Biotechnology in 2021…

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Chelsea Cheely

A dedicated dental hygienist with over 16 years of experience…

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Rachel Adams

With over 12 years of experience as a Dental Hygienist, my clinical focus extends beyond routine care to include airway health and oral function…

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DMD University of Kentucky College of Dentistry

Dr. Andrew Burt

After graduating from the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry in 1997, Doctor Andrew Burt returned to Bowling Green where he has been in private practice . Dr Burt attended Western Kentucky University as a student athlete (Football) in the early 1990’s and continues to be involved with WKU athletics as a member of the medical staff/team physicians. He loves all aspects of dentistry but truly enjoys the surgical/restorative aspect of implant and cosmetic dentistry. In his free time, Dr. Burt enjoys playing golf, boating, WKU and youth athletics, and spending time with family and friends.

BS University of Kentucky Agricultural Biotechnology
DMD University of Kentucky College of Dentistry

Dr. Thomas Birkenhauer

Doctor Thomas Birkenhauer has been practicing at Bluegrass Oral Health since 2010. During his time at the University of Kentucky he was voted class president by his classmates for all 4 years. After graduating he married Dr. Thomas and they joined the practice together. Dr. Birkenhauer enjoys many different aspects of dentistry, but loves full mouth rehabilitation because it requires the use of so many different skills and truly changes people’s lives. In his free time he enjoys fishing, hunting, woodworking, and spending time with his kids.

BS University of Kentucky
DMD University of Kentucky College of Dentistry

Dr. Daniel Birkenhauer

Doctor Daniel Birkenhauer arrived in Bowling Green in 2015. At the University of Kentucky Dr. Birkenhauer, was president of UK Shooting Sports and carried this love of the game to Bowling Green as he now coaches Western’s Team. Dr. Daniel’s enjoys being able to provide as wide array of care as possible to his patients and continuing to expand the range of specialties we provide. In his free time he enjoys working with his wife Erin on their farm, taking care of horses, woodworking, fly fishing, and spending time with his dogs.

 

BS Brescia University Biology
DMD University of Louisville School of Dentistry

Dr. Hayden Young

Doctor Hayden Young received his undergraduate degree in Biology from Brescia University in 2015 where he was also a member of the golf team for four years. He graduated from University of Louisville School of Dentistry in 2019. Dr. Young married his high school sweetheart Stephanie in 2018 and joined her in Bowling Green where she teaches at Plano Elementary, and then joined the Bluegrass Oral Health Center team. He enjoys providing care to patients, helping them obtain their best smiles, and is looking forward to practicing all aspects of general dentistry. In his spare time he enjoys golfing, running, and spending time with friends and family.

DMD University of Kentucky College of Dentistry

Dr. Todd Towe

Dr. Todd Towe attended Western Kentucky University where he graduated in 2007. Following his education at WKU, Dr. Todd completed his DMD degree at the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry in 2011. Dr. Todd joined his father in June 2011. In January of 2012, Dr. Todd became a member of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics and completed the necessary training to offer the services of Botox and Juvederm to his patients. Between Dr. Todd and his father, they are able to offer all the services needed to make their patient's smile the best it can be. Dr. Todd is very involved in the horse industry. He travels to numerous horse shows throughout the year, and he has won numerous World and National Championships. In June of 2011, Dr. Todd married his wife, Jessica; together they have three children, Zane, Blaize, and Swayzee.

DMD University of Kentucky College of Dentistry

Dr. Thomas F. Carroll

Dr. Thomas F. Carroll, graduate of The University of Kentucky College of Dentistry, is returning to Bluegrass Oral Health Center. Tom has been in practice for over 35 years in Bowling Green, has taught at the UK College of Dentistry in Lexington and has worked in private practice for the past several years.

Tom and his wife Rita have 3 children, Amanda Leigh, Scott and Matt, and have been residents of Bowling Green for more than 40 years. Tom and Rita, along with their family and friends, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary coming up soon in 2021.

Dr. Carroll is a member of Pennyrile Dental Society, the Kentucky Dental Association, and Tom is a life member of the American Dental Association. Tom has served in the local community as President of McNeil PTA, Bowling Green High PTO and Bowling Green Junior High site based committee. He has also served has a for the past 25 years served as assistant scout master for Boy Scout troop 202, based at First Christian Church. Dr. Carroll also served for many years as a volunteer Dentist at the Bowling Green Free Clinic, a non- profit treatment clinic for the working under class in the Barren River region. He has served two separate terms as President of the Pennyrile Dental Society and is currently a member of the Kentucky Dental Associates Executive Board of Directors.

Dr. Carroll is a Vietnam veteran, having served with the 2nd Battalion, 16th Infantry Rangers, First Infantry Division (Big Red One) as a rifleman, from 1968-1969. For his service, Dr. Carroll earned the Battalion unit citation ribbon, the Vietnam service ribbon, the combat infantryman’s badge, the air medal with cluster, and was awarded the Bronze Star Medal. Tom was honorably discharged in 1970 with the Rank of Drill Sergeant, and after graduating from Dental School in 1981, he settled in Bowling Green with his family.

Tom is excited to be coming “home” to Bluegrass Oral Health Center, which he was a part of until 2009. He is looking forward to reconnecting with both his professional colleagues, his many friends, and former patients.

BS University of Kentucky Biology DMD
University of Kentucky College of Dentistry

Dr. Meghan Thomas

Doctor Meghan Thomas attended the University of Kentucky and graduated with a degree in Biology in 2006. She attended the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry and graduated in 2010 and moved to Bowling Green with her husband Dr. Birkenhauer to join Bluegrass Oral Health Center. Together they have 2 children. Dr. Thomas feels lucky to be in a practice that allows her to be both a dentist and a mother. She is a member of the American Dental Association and Kentucky Dental Association. She is also trained in BOTOX therapy by the American Academy of Facial Aesthetics and has enjoyed adding another life changing service to her practice. In her spare time she enjoys being outdoors, traveling, and spending time with her family.

BS University of Louisville
DMD University of Louisville School of Dentistry

Dr. Christopher Todd Shuemaker

Doctor Shuemaker attended the University of Louisville for his undergraduate studies, receiving the McConnell Scholarship for political leadership, and graduated with a degree in Biology in 2003, with a minor in political science He graduated from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry in 2008. He then practiced in Birmingham, AL for 5 years focusing on children’s dentistry. He moved to Bowling Green in 2013 with his wife Jennifer, who is a practicing Nephrologist. Together they have two children. Dr. Shuemaker has been practicing with Bluegrass Oral Health Center since late 2013 at primarily the Smith’s Grove and Morgantown offices. While he enjoys all areas of general dentistry, he particularly enjoys Pediatric Dentistry and Oral Surgery. In his spare time, Dr. Shuemaker enjoys golf, softball, fishing, playing guitar, and spending time with his family.

DMD University of Louisville College of Dentistry

Dr. Jake Clark

Dr. Clark received his Bachelors degree in Biology from Western Kentucky University in 2013. He then went on to dental school at The University of Louisville and graduated in 2018. He has practiced in his hometown of Greenville, KY since graduating but now he is excited to be a part of Bluegrass Oral Health Center’s team.

He is married to his wonderful wife Emily and they have two children, Evie & Nash. Dr. Clark loves caring for his patients and creating positive dental experiences. Dr. Clark is a general dentist that performs a wide array of procedures. When he isn’t in the office Dr. Clark likes to play guitar with his friends, cook and spend time on the lake with his family.

DMD University of Kentucky College of Dentistry

Dr. Erin C. Elliott

Dr. Erin C. Elliott has given children exceptional comprehensive pediatric dental care for the past 21 years. Dr. Erin attended the University of Kentucky to earn her undergraduate degree, and then she attended the University of Kentucky’s College of Dentistry for her dental education.

DMD Medical University of South Carolina

Dr. Randall H. Elliott

For 21 years, Dr. Randall H. Elliott has been dedicated to offering his pediatric patients the very best dental care in the Bowling Green area. Highly educated, Dr. Randall earned his undergraduate degree from The Citadel before attending the Medical University of South Carolina to obtain his Doctorate of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree.

DMD Medical University of Louisville

Dr. Kyle Stephenson

Dr. Kyle Stephenson attended the University of Kentucky, earning his bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Biotechnology in 2021. He went on to pursue his Doctor of Dental Medicine at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry, graduating in 2025.

After completing his dental training, Dr. Stephenson moved to Bowling Green with his wife, Dr. Rennirt, where they both joined the team at Bluegrass Oral Health Center. Together, they are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality dental care to patients of all ages.

Outside of the office, Dr. Stephenson enjoys an active lifestyle. He’s passionate about weight lifting, running, and spending as much time outdoors as possible. An avid hunter and outdoorsman, he’s happiest in the woods or on the trail. At home, he and his wife enjoy life with their dog, Moose.

Western Kentucky University

Chelsea Cheely, BS, RDH

Born and raised in California, Chelsea Cheely moved to Kentucky in 2005, where she later attended Western Kentucky University and earned her bachelor’s degree in science. A dedicated dental hygienist with over 16 years of experience in the field, Chelsea is also trained in lactation consulting and myofunctional therapy, allowing her to take a comprehensive and holistic approach to oral and overall health.

In 2018, she married her husband Kevin, and together they have two wonderful children and an energetic goldendoodle. Outside of work, Chelsea enjoys traveling and spending quality time with her family and friends.

Elizabethtown Community and Technical College

Rachel Adams, RDH

With over 12 years of experience as a Dental Hygienist, my clinical focus extends beyond routine care to include airway health and oral function. I hold an Associate of Science degree from Elizabethtown Community and Technical College, and have advanced training in both lactation consulting and Myofunctional Therapy–areas that complement my passion for supporting patients with tongue ties, oral dysfunction, and breathing-related concerns. 

I’m especially dedicated to helping patients of all ages achieve optimal oral development and function through collaborative, whole-body approaches to care. I believe early intervention and education are key to long-term wellness. 

Born in New Mexico, I’ve lived in Bowling Green, Kentucky for the past three years with my husband, a local school teacher, our three sons, and our golden retriever.  Outside of work, I enjoy hiking, reading, and spending time with family and friends. I’m committed to creating a welcoming, educational environment where patients and families feel seen, supported and empowered on their health journeys.