Meet Our Sycamore Dental Team

Sarah, Team Lead

Sarah Ballerini is the Team Lead at Grand Dental - Prairie View. She is certified in coronal polishing, sealants, Basic Life Support, and sedation, allowing her to support both patients and her team with confidence. Sarah's favorite part of her role is building lasting relationships with patients while welcoming new faces to the practice. She enjoys creating a positive, organized environment that helps patients feel at ease. Outside the office, Sarah enjoys spending time with her family, especially at their getaway in Hayward, Wisconsin. Whether she's relaxing by the pool, cheering on family golf outings, or rooting for the Green Bay Packers with her husband, she enjoys every opportunity to be together. At home, their family also includes a beloved cat, Louie, who keeps life entertaining.

Kasey, Dental Hygienist

Born and raised in Dekalb, Kasey studied at Rock Valley College to earn her degree in dental hygiene, and she remains dedicated to taking continuing education courses regularly to refine her expertise. She’s also certified in nitrous oxide and CPR. The best part about her job is building relationships with every patient who walks through our doors. Kasey is married to her husband and lives in Genoa. Together, they have twin boys and absolutely adore raising them—and they’re about to add another boy to the family come October 2025! Other than hanging out with her loved ones, she also enjoys shopping, going on coffee dates with her friends, visiting family, and spending time outside when the weather is nice.

Kimberly, Dental Hygienist

Kim Hermes is a dedicated dental hygienist with a well-rounded background in dentistry. Before becoming a hygienist, she worked as an assistant for an oral surgeon, providing a strong foundation in surgical and restorative care. Kim earned her dental hygiene degree from Harper College and especially enjoys building lasting relationships with patients while helping them feel comfortable during their visits. Originally from Sycamore, Kim enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, crafting, exploring national parks, and visiting her family's lake home in Wisconsin. Having experienced dental challenges as a child, Kim brings a unique perspective and understanding when helping patients care for their oral health.

Kelli, Dental Hygienist

Kelli McDonnell is a dedicated dental hygienist who has cared for patients at the Prairie View practice for 24 years. A graduate of Southern Illinois University, she has built her career around creating lasting relationships with her patients, some of whom she has cared for for more than 30 years. For Kelli, helping patients improve their oral health while building those personal connections is the most rewarding part of her profession.
Originally from Ottawa, Illinois, Kelli is the proud mother of three children and grandmother to one granddaughter. Outside the office, she enjoys spending time with family, thrifting, walking, playing pickleball, and relaxing with a good TV series. She also shares her home with two beloved English bulldogs. Her experience, warmth, and genuine care for others make her a valued member of the Grand Dental - Prairie View team.

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