About Us

Jeffrey P. Godber, DDS

Doctor Jeffrey Godber grew up here in the Black Hills, moving between Hot Springs and Rapid City. He attended South Dakota School of Mines & Technology for his undergraduate studies, then moved to the University of Iowa in Iowa City for dental school. After completing dental school, he moved to Buffalo, Wyoming, and practiced there for 14 years before returning to the Black Hills. 

In his free time, Dr. Godber enjoys spending time hiking and fishing, or skiing with his wife Holly. He also enjoys traveling when he has the opportunity, especially when he has the time to visit his three children and their families in Gillette, Wyoming and Denver, Colorado. His favorite part of dentistry is being able to help people in the community, as well as the hands-on nature and technical aspects of the job. 

“I always try to talk to kids at their level, I don’t try to hide things or surprise them. It’s always better to be honest, to build their trust and bond with them, and make the whole experience more enjoyable.”

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Paul Stevens, DMD
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist

Dr. Paul Stevens is very excited to be a part of the Dakota Dental 4 Kids team. After graduating dental school in Kentucky, he served in the US Navy as a general dentist for four years. After his military service, he completed a rigorous residency in pediatric dentistry from Oregon Health Sciences University (Portland, Oregon) where he focused his practice on medically complex, developmentally delayed and underserved populations. He and his wife have three children: 4, 6 and 8. In his spare time he loves to scuba dive, ski, run and be with his family. His favorite cuisine is Mexican street food and diet Coke with lime. His personal philosophy is treating all patients and parents like family.

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Jenelle Fleagle, DDS
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist

Dr. Jenelle Fleagle grew up in rural Ohio. She attended Mount Vernon Nazarene University for undergraduate studies, then moved to Columbus, Ohio where she completed dental school at The Ohio State University. She went on to complete a General Practice Residency in Youngstown, Ohio. She practiced as a general dentist and faculty member at Mercy Health Hospital for five years before completing a Pediatric Dental Residency in Wilmington, Delaware at Nemours Children Hospital. During her post-graduate training she cared for the medically complex and special needs patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

She enjoys spending time with her family, pets, cooking, all things coffee, and listening to the rain. She has four beautiful children, and three puppies that keep her busy. She hopes to hike Bear Butte with her husband soon. Her favorite movies are ‘Beauty and the Beast’ and ‘Moana’. She has presented at national meetings (Special Care Dentistry Association, American Academy of Developmental Medicine and Dentistry, Pediatric Academic Societies, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry), as well as written didactic papers. Her favorite part of dentistry is providing care to the most vulnerable and helping to improve a child’s life through intervention whether it’s removing an infected tooth or improving their daily oral function.

“I love caring for children and working alongside their families.”

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Jonathan Hanks, DDS
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist

Dr. Hanks is board certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. He graduated from the University of Texas School of Dentistry in San Antonio and has a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from The University of Texas at San Antonio. He gained experience practicing as a general dentist for two years where he learned that treating and helping children was his favorite. Dr. Hanks then attended a two-year pediatric dental residency in San Antonio, Texas. During residency, he gained valuable experience in treating special needs patients, sedation, and hospital dentistry.

Dr. Hanks is excited to work at Dakota Dental 4 Kids and live in Rapid City.  Truly an adventure and blessing to be here.

"I am married and have 4 children and love helping kids through their dental experience (as this can be scary for them).  My goal is to help each child love coming to the dentist and feel important."

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Joshua Martin, DDS

Dr. Josh Martin (Dr. Josh) is a dentist who truly cares about his patients. He is very thorough and strives to do his best in all aspects of his work. Dr. Josh is committed to his patients’ comfort. He is known for helping patients feel completely at ease whatever condition their dental health is in and whatever treatment they’re in need of. Working with children and helping them have a pleasant experience is his number one goal. His favorite part about his job is helping those who are in pain and seeing patients smile. He loves the outdoors and camping with his family. He is a die hard Houston Astros fan and has been to the World Series numerous times. Dr. Josh has been married since 2011 and he has three children, two boys and one girl.

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Ryan Coburn, DMD

Dr. Ryan Coburn is excited to join the team at Dakota Dental 4 Kids. Dr. Coburn is a general dentist who has practiced for 18 years. He has been treating pediatric patients for the last 8 years in Arizona and Utah. He graduated from Temple University Dental school (Philadelphia, PA) in 2007, and completed a hospital based general practice residency at Sacred Heart Hospital in Allentown, PA. 

He is married to his wife Krystin Coburn. They have three children. They enjoy skiing and being in the outdoors.

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Kari Bolen, DDS

Dr. Kari Bolen is a general dentist with South Dakota roots.  She grew up in Sioux Falls and attended Roosevelt High School and Augustana College before pursuing a career in dentistry at Creighton University School of Dentistry.  After graduating in 2009, Dr. Bolen has worked with patients of all ages, but she especially likes working with children and teens.  Many of the teenagers that she works with at DD4K travel a long distance and have unique dental needs.  Dr. Bolen also enjoys working with patients with special needs and has dedicated much of her career over the years to providing care for underserved patient populations.  Dr. Bolen speaks Spanish and has been on multiple mission trips to help patients in need in other countries as well.  She is passionate about helping others and brings her passion and attention to detail to our team at DD4K!  

Dr. Bolen has two children, ages 12 and 14, and they love living here and enjoying all of the fun things that the Black Hills has to offer!

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Sierra Powers, DDS

Dr. Sierra Powers began practicing dentistry in 2019 after graduating from the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine. She has always believed that going to the dentist should feel welcoming, encouraging, and—even a little fun! Her favorite part of pediatric dentistry is helping kids feel confident about their smiles and creating positive experiences that will transition into adulthood.

When she’s not in the office, Dr. Powers enjoys time with her husband and their three young children. She loves cooking cozy meals, skiing whenever she gets the chance, and treasure-hunting for vintage thrift finds.

Dr. Powers is grateful to be part of the Dakota Dental 4 Kids team and looks forward to building long-lasting relationships with the patients. 

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Jamie Holsworth, RDH

Jamie Holsworth was born & raised in Rapid City. After graduating from High School in Texas, he joined the Navy where he served as a dental technician/EMT and is a Gulf War Veteran. After his military service, he attended University of South Dakota for dental hygiene and has been in practice for over 36 years. Jamie is in the Rapid City bowling Hall of Fame and is also a member of the Oglala Sioux Tribe. He looks forward to spending more time with his Fiance Kara, his 3 boys, 3 granddaughters, and 2 dogs.

"Working with kids is so fun. I love hearing their crazy stories and building a relationship with them & their family." 

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Cassandra Witte, RDH

(Registered Dental Hygienist & Myofunctional Therapist)

Cassandra is passionate about educating her patients, helping them feel truly seen, and supporting them through any dental anxiety they may have. She loves being playful and goofy with kids during their visits, and seeing them smile afterward is her favorite sign of a successful appointment.Her teammates describe her as knowledgeable, and she brings that expertise to both dental hygiene and myofunctional therapy. For nearly a decade, she has dedicated herself to studying and educating others about myofunctional disorders—a topic she cares about deeply.Outside of work, Cassandra enjoys hiking the Black Hills, spending time at the lake, camping, paddle boarding, and exploring antique stores with her daughter. She’s also a professionally trained artist who loves creating, collecting plants, and restoring vintage furniture. What brings her joy each day? Being surrounded by uplifting, fun personalities—something she’s grateful to experience with both her team and her patients.

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Nicki Beardsley, RDH

(Registered Dental Hygienist)

Nicki loves educating kids and families and helping them build lifelong habits that support healthy, confident smiles. Her favorite part of working at DD4K is seeing each child's smile brighten and knowing she’s making a positive impact on their oral health for years to come. Her teammates describe her as consistent, and she brings that reliable, steady presence into every patient interaction. Outside of work, Nicki enjoys cooking, hiking, biking, boating, camping, traveling, scuba diving, and cheering on her kids at their sports. She also loves trying new foods and exploring the outdoors on dirt bikes and side-by-sides. What brings her joy on a normal day? A simple moment — her morning Folger’s in her cup.

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