KOKOMO FAMILY DENTISTRY - Key Persons

Dr. Ridder is a Hoosier native who currently resides in Noblesville with her husband, Bobby, 8-year old twins, Riley and Avery, and a 4-year old son, Brayden. Prior to starting her career in dentistry, Dr. Ridder completed her undergraduate education at DePauw University, where she majored in Biology and completed a Chemistry minor. During her time at DePauw, she was a four-year starter on the DePauw women's soccer team. Dr. Ridder completed her dental education at Indiana University School of Dentistry (IUSD), where she graduated at the top of her class in 2013. During her time at IUSD, Dr. Ridder was recognized by Omicron Kappa Upsilon as the "Most Outstanding Senior," was awarded the Dr. Tillman E. Miller Award for clinical achievements, and was voted by her classmates to receive the Maynard K. Hine Award - presented to the senior dental student demonstrating the highest level of professionalism. Since graduation, Dr. Ridder has continued to grow her skills as a clinician by completing numerous hours of continuing education in oral surgery, implants, sedation, root canal therapy, and laser dentistry. In 2021 she earned her Fellow Membership with Implant Pathway Dental Implant Continuum. She is also certified as a provider for Invisalign. Dr. Ridder is dedicated to providing cutting-edge techniques and materials in order to achieve the highest quality of dental care for all of her patients. Her strongest desire is for you to feel comfortable and well cared for at every dental visit. Rest assured that you are in very good hands!

Dr. Kristen Beavers is a native of Indiana, where she grew up in Marion. She attended Butler University, graduating with a degree in biological sciences. Upon graduation from Butler, she went on to attend Indiana University School of Dentistry. While in dental school, she was involved in various activities including serving as the American Student Dental Association membership coordinator, donated dental services through volunteerism and was awarded the Leadership Award from the International College of Dentists. Dr. Beavers loves helping people feel great about their smiles! She enjoys staying up to date on the latest dentistry techniques in order to provide her patients with the best care possible. Her pleasant chairside manner and caring attitude help patients feel at ease during their dental treatment. Dr. Beavers and her husband Kenneth live on the north side of Indianapolis with their two young daughters. In her spare time, Dr. Beavers loves spending time with family and friends, traveling, and outdoor activities including going to Lake Tippecanoe in northern Indiana. She also enjoys all types of music and comes from a very musical family that includes four generations of ukulele players.

Dr. Durham is a life-long Hoosier - he grew up in South Bend and now resides in Carmel. Dr. Durham received his undergraduate degree from Indiana University Bloomington, majoring in Biology with a Business minor. He spent the following year researching Rare and Neglected Diseases at the University of Notre Dame prior to dental school. Dr. Durham attended the Indiana University School of Dentistry in Indianapolis where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree. During dental school, he was involved with the American Student Dental Association and served as a Teaching Assistant for two first-year courses including Head and Neck Anatomy and Direct Restorative Dentistry. Dr. Durham firmly believes in the importance of patient education and its pivotal role in reducing dental anxiety and promoting patient confidence, dental, and overall health. Dr. Durham's goal is to help every patient meet their individual treatment needs and desires through comfortable, compassionate care. Since graduation, he has grown his skills and interests in restorative dentistry, root canal therapy, Invisalign, and oral surgery. Outside of dentistry, Dr. Durham enjoys spending time with his partner, family, friends, and his Labradoodle Renley. He is an avid Notre Dame and IU sports fan, always looking forward to the next game. Dr. Durham loves discovering new restaurants and traveling to new cities around the country and the world.