Meet Our Talented Team
Jennifer Bryk Hechko
DDS, MS, FAAPD
Dr. Jen is the proud owner of Brecksville Kids Dentistry. Dr. Jen is eager to provide an exceptional level of care to children – while at the same time educating her patients and their parents. Her goal is to help children develop a sincere interest in taking care of their own teeth.
Dr. Jen looks forward to meeting you and your family, and getting to know you on a personal level!
Jason Richards
DDS
An Ohio native, he graduated from the Ohio State University College of Dentistry in 2000, completed a year of General Practice Residency at the Medical College of Ohio, then joined the Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh for his pediatric specialty training.
Dr. Jason has been practicing pediatric dentistry for nearly twenty years, and his favorite part is getting to know the kids and seeing them grow up.
Courtney
Office Manager
Courtney is our Office Manager, She resides in Brunswick with her husband Ian and 2 children Luke and Vinny. She found her passion for Dentistry when she worked as an Orthodontic assistant, where she learned she loved working with children. In her free time, she enjoys watching her boys play various sports (especially Football), traveling, swimming and baking.
Nicole
Registered Dental Hygienist
Nicole is our Registered Dental Hygienist. She lives in Broadview Heights with her husband Dan and two children, Jack and Cali. Both children attend North Royalton schools and participate in various sports. Many of our patients will recognize Nicole out and about in our community. Her love of working with children started at a young age – beginning with babysitting and teaching swimming lessons. Nicole loves going on beach vacations and is a certified SCUBA diver. Her favorite destination is Cozumel, Mexico!
Sara
Registered Dental Hygienist
Sara lives in Medina with her husband Nathan and two daughters Claire and Mary. She has been in the dental field for 25 years, starting as an assistant before going back to school for her dental hygiene degree. She loves giving all her patients a positive dental experience. When not working or busy taking her kids to their activities, she enjoys cooking, hiking/walking and reading.
Kristyle
Dental Assistant
Kristyle graduated from Normandy’s Dental Program in 2018 and plans becoming a Dental Hygienist. She enjoys baking, reading books and adventures outside! She has a cat named George and a dog named Princess. Her favorite part about being at Brecksville Kids Dentistry is that she loves seeing all the smiles and different personality’s each child has when they come into the office!
Kristina
Scheduling Coordinator
Kristina is one of our scheduling coordinators. She graduated as a Certified Dental Assistant from Normandy High School in 2018. She currently attends Tri-C majoring in Dental Hygiene, with hopes of graduating as a Dental Hygienist in 2023. Kristina lives in Parma, with her black lab Bear. She looks forward to seeing new faces in the office every day and helping them improve their oral hygiene skills.
Rachel
Scheduling Coordinator
Rachel is one of our Scheduling Coordinators. She lives in Independence with her husband and two kids. Both of her children attend Independence Schools and participate in all sports. She enjoys working out and staying active. She loves helping in her children’s classrooms. She stays busy going to her kids sporting events, especially for her favorite sport, baseball.
Jennifer
Scheduling Coordinator
Jennifer lives in Brunswick with her husband Kurt and their 2 dogs Harvey and Bane. She has been in the dental field for over 20 years starting as an assistant. She's loves to help patients and parents to make sure they have best experience while they are in the office. In her free time, she loves spending time with family and friends and anything that involves the outdoors, especially camping.
Paul
Certified Therapy Dog Handler
After a long career in the tech field, Paul decided to retire and now enjoys taking care of Balto in the office on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. In addition, he is the office’s handyman! He is also Dr. Jen’s Father-in-law and enjoys spending time working in his garden, in his barn and especially spending time with his five grandchildren. He’s been happily married to his wife, Kathleen, for over 35 years.
Balto
Certified Therapy Dog
Would a calm and lovable certified therapy dog help your child feel more comfortable in the dental chair? Brecksville Kids Dentistry is excited to be one of the only pediatric dental practices in the Cleveland area to offer a therapy dog to ease fear and encourage a fun and comfort during your child’s dental appointment. Balto ( a bishon frise – hypoallergenic breed ) is in the office three days a week. Appointments with our amazing “dental assistant” fill quickly – so make sure to schedule as early as possible.
Dolly
Certified Therapy Dog in training
Dolly is a Cavi-poo and is still a puppy learning how to become a certified therapy dog. She is currently working her way through obedience training and will be starting certified therapy dog training in early 2023. Dolly loves peanut butter, her belly rubbed and giving high fives. Dolly is in the office with Dr. Jen on Wednesdays and Thursdays. She cannot wait to meet your family!
