Meet the Team at Vacek Family Dentistry
Sheila
Office Manager
Sheila graduated from Central Community College with an Associate of Applied Science degree in 1985. She practiced as a dental hygienist for nearly 20 years before joining the Vacek Family Dentistry team as our amazingly organized and efficient office manager in 2006. With a total of almost 40 years of experience in dentistry, she wears many hats and handles our front office like a pro and always with a friendly smile! Sheila is your primary contact at Vacek Family Dentistry. She is knowledgeable not only in clinical dentistry but also managing the logistical aspects of patient care including, insurance, financing and coordination of treatment. Sheila is a valuable asset to our practice, but even more so to our patients. Originally from Grand Island, Nebraska, Sheila shares a home with her husband, Scott, and their son, Daniel. She enjoys spending her free time with Scott and Daniel and cheering on Husker football. Go Big Red!.
Becky
Front Desk Administrator
Becky joined VFD in July 2022. Becky was a social worker for 15 years but switched to the dental world in 2017. Whether it was a social worker or now a front desk administrator, Becky enjoys interacting with people and helping them feel comfortable and welcomed in the office. Becky and her husband, Tony, have 3 children, Ty, Zach, and Delaney. Their family enjoys attending Waverly sporting events, and cheering on their kids in sports.
Audrey
Treatment Coordinator
Audrey grew up here in Lincoln and has been in dentistry since 2017. Audrey is dual trained in both Front Desk and Dental Assistant. You may talk to her on the phone or find her helping one of our doctors depending on the day. Her favorite part of dentistry is helping patients feel more comfortable in the dental office. While not at work Audrey keeps herself busy spending time with her four children Hayden, Donivan, Sawyer, and Arya.
Morgan
Registered Dental Hygienist
Morgan joined Vacek Family Dentistry as a full-time hygienist in June 2015. She originally graduated from Doane College in 2010, with a bachelor’s in Biology. Later, deciding to pursue a career as a hygienist, Morgan graduated from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry with a bachelor’s in Dental Hygiene. She has shared her love for dentistry by being involved with Lincoln Dental Hygienist Association and the Nebraska Dental Hygienist Association. Morgan enjoys working with the friendly, energized staff and appreciates the level of knowledge and care given to our patients. She loves traveling with her husband, James, and spending time with their daughters, Haley and Amelia.
Claire
Registered Dental Hygienist
Claire is a graduate of the University of Nebraska Medical Center, College of Dentistry. She received a bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene in 2023 and joined VFD soon after! Claire enjoys building relationships with patients and educating them on how to achieve healthy gums. Claire and her husband Andrew love to spend time with family and friends, as well as weight lifting, hiking, baking, and going for long bike rides to soak up the sun.
Nina
Registered Dental Hygienist
Nina gained her Bachelors of Science degree in Dental Hygiene from the University of Nebraska Medical Center in 2009 and has practiced in perio and general dentistry, joining our practice part time in September 2023. She’s found that dental hygiene fills her cup as she serves so many valued individuals whom she enjoys getting to know and seeks to ensure positive dental experience while providing the best possible care for a healthier, beautiful smile! Nina has 4 children, is active in her church and homeschool community and serves as an advocate. Nina enjoys time with her family, being outdoors and international travel are her absolute favorites.
Kylie
Certified Dental Assistant
Kylie is a graduate of Concordia University of Nebraska, where she continued her softball career and graduated with a bachelors degree in Educational Studies. She continued her education at Southeast Community College in Lincoln where she received her degree in Dental Assisting. Kylie joined the Vacek Family Dentistry team in 2018. When she’s not helping and comforting patients you can find her traveling and spending time with her husband Patrick, and their son Kaden.
Leena
Registered Dental Assistant
Leena is an international dentist who came to the States from Sudan to finish her education abroad, and in the meantime, she works as a dental assistant at VFD! Leena’s favorite part of working in the dental office is using her talents in art and technology to give patients a great experience in the dental chair. In Leena’s free time she enjoys riding horses and spending time with her family! Her husband Mohammed, and her daughter Eline.
Nadya
Certified Dental Assistant
Nadya is a graduate of Southeast Community College. She earned her certification from the Dental Assisting National Board in 2013 and joined the Vacek team that same year. Nadya enjoys keeping both Dr. Vacek and Dr. Gufford on-task. Although Nadya is part-time at our office, you will always know when she is here because of the extra laughter in the office. Outside of dentistry, Nadya enjoys spending time in the kitchen and traveling with her family. She is married to Andrey and they have 6 young children.
Sydney
Dental Assistant
Sydney is from the Omaha area. Sydney found dentistry in 2021, and she joined VFD in July of 2022. Sydney’s favorite part of dentistry is getting to work side by side with our doctors to help take care of our patients. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, and her dog Milo.
