Meet the Doctors

• DMD — University of Kentucky College of Dentistry

After graduating from the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry in 1997, Dr. Andrew Burt returned to Bowling Green, where he has been in private practice. Dr. Burt attended Western Kentucky University as a student-athlete in football in the early 1990s and continues to be involved with WKU Athletics as a member of the medical staff and team physicians. He loves all aspects of dentistry but truly enjoys the surgical and restorative aspects of implant and cosmetic dentistry.

In his free time, Dr. Burt enjoys playing golf, boating, WKU, and youth athletics, and spending time with family and friends.

• BS — University of Kentucky Agricultural Biotechnology
• DMD — University of Kentucky College of Dentistry

Dr. Thomas Birkenhauer has been practicing at Bluegrass Oral Health since 2010. During his time at the University of Kentucky, he was voted class president by his classmates for all four years. After graduating, he married Dr. Thomas, and they joined the practice together. Dr. Birkenhauer enjoys many different aspects of dentistry but loves full-mouth rehabilitation because it requires the use of so many different skills and truly changes people’s lives.

In his free time, he enjoys fishing, hunting, woodworking, and spending time with his kids.

• BS — University of Kentucky
• DMD — University of Kentucky College of Dentistry

Dr. Daniel Birkenhauer arrived in Bowling Green in 2015. At the University of Kentucky, Dr. Birkenhauer was president of UK Shooting Sports and carried this love of the game to Bowling Green, as he now coaches Western’s team. Dr. Daniel enjoys being able to provide as wide an array of care as possible to his patients and continuing to expand the range of specialties the practice provides.

In his free time, he enjoys working with his wife, Erin, on their farm, taking care of horses, woodworking, fly-fishing, and spending time with his dogs.

• BS — Brescia University Biology
• DMD — University of Louisville School of Dentistry

Dr. Hayden Young received his undergraduate degree in biology from Brescia University in 2015, where he was also a member of the golf team for four years. He graduated from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry in 2019. Dr. Young married his high school sweetheart, Stephanie, in 2018 and joined her in Bowling Green, where she teaches at Plano Elementary. He then joined the Bluegrass Oral Health Center team.

He enjoys providing care to patients, helping them obtain their best smiles, and practicing all aspects of general dentistry. In his spare time, he enjoys golfing, running, and spending time with friends and family.

• DMD — University of Kentucky College of Dentistry

Dr. Todd Towe attended Western Kentucky University, where he graduated in 2007. Following his education at WKU, Dr. Todd completed his DMD degree at the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry in 2011. Dr. Todd joined his father in June 2011. In January 2012, Dr. Todd became a member of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics and completed the necessary training to offer Botox and Juvéderm to his patients.

Between Dr. Todd and his father, they are able to offer the services needed to make their patients’ smiles the best they can be. Dr. Todd is very involved in the horse industry. He travels to numerous horse shows throughout the year, and he has won numerous World and National Championships. In June 2011, Dr. Todd married his wife, Jessica; together, they have three children, Zane, Blaize, and Swayzee.

• DMD — University of Kentucky College of Dentistry

Dr. Thomas F. Carroll, a graduate of the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry, returned to Bluegrass Oral Health Center. Tom has been in practice for over 35 years in Bowling Green, has taught at the UK College of Dentistry in Lexington, and has worked in private practice for the past several years.

Tom and his wife, Rita, have three children, Amanda Leigh, Scott, and Matt, and have been residents of Bowling Green for more than 40 years. Tom and Rita, along with their family and friends, were preparing to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary in 2021.

Dr. Carroll is a member of the Pennyrile Dental Society and the Kentucky Dental Association, and he is a life member of the American Dental Association. Tom has served in the local community as president of McNeil PTA and Bowling Green High PTO, and on the Bowling Green Junior High site-based committee. He also served for 25 years as assistant scoutmaster for Boy Scout Troop 202, based at First Christian Church.

Dr. Carroll also served for many years as a volunteer dentist at the Bowling Green Free Clinic, a nonprofit treatment clinic for the working underclass in the Barren River region. He has served two separate terms as president of the Pennyrile Dental Society and is a member of the Kentucky Dental Association’s Executive Board of Directors.

Dr. Carroll is a Vietnam veteran, having served with the 2nd Battalion, 16th Infantry Rangers, First Infantry Division—Big Red One—as a rifleman from 1968–1969. For his service, Dr. Carroll earned the battalion unit citation ribbon, the Vietnam service ribbon, the combat infantryman’s badge, the Air Medal with cluster, and the Bronze Star Medal.

Tom was honorably discharged in 1970 with the rank of drill sergeant, and after graduating from dental school in 1981, he settled in Bowling Green with his family.

Tom was excited to come “home” to Bluegrass Oral Health Center, which he was a part of until 2009, and to reconnect with his professional colleagues, friends, and former patients.

• BS — University of Kentucky Biology
• DMD — University of Kentucky College of Dentistry

Dr. Meghan Thomas attended the University of Kentucky and graduated with a degree in biology in 2006. She attended the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry, graduated in 2010, and moved to Bowling Green with her husband, Dr. Birkenhauer, to join Bluegrass Oral Health Center. Together, they have two children. Dr. Thomas feels lucky to be in a practice that allows her to be both a dentist and a mother. She is a member of the American Dental Association and the Kentucky Dental Association.

She is also trained in Botox therapy by the American Academy of Facial Aesthetics and has enjoyed adding another life-changing service to her practice. In her spare time, she enjoys being outdoors, traveling, and spending time with her family.

• BS — University of Louisville
• DMD — University of Louisville School of Dentistry

Dr. Shuemaker attended the University of Louisville for his undergraduate studies, received the McConnell Scholarship for political leadership, and graduated with a degree in biology and a minor in political science in 2003. He graduated from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry in 2008. He then practiced in Birmingham, Alabama, for five years, focusing on children’s dentistry. He moved to Bowling Green in 2013 with his wife, Jennifer, who is a practicing nephrologist.

Together, they have two children. Dr. Shuemaker has been practicing with Bluegrass Oral Health Center since late 2013, primarily at the Smiths Grove and Morgantown offices. While he enjoys all areas of general dentistry, he particularly enjoys pediatric dentistry and oral surgery. In his spare time, Dr. Shuemaker enjoys golf, softball, fishing, playing guitar, and spending time with his family.

• DMD — University of Louisville College of Dentistry

Dr. Clark received his bachelor’s degree in biology from Western Kentucky University in 2013. He then attended dental school at the University of Louisville and graduated in 2018. He practiced in his hometown of Greenville, Kentucky, after graduating, and then joined the Bluegrass Oral Health Center team.

He is married to his wife, Emily, and they have two children, Evie and Nash. Dr. Clark loves caring for his patients and creating positive dental experiences. He is a general dentist who performs a wide array of procedures. When he isn’t in the office, Dr. Clark likes to play guitar with his friends, cook, and spend time on the lake with his family.

• Undergraduate — University of Kentucky
• Dental education — University of Kentucky College of Dentistry

Dr. Erin C. Elliott has given children comprehensive pediatric dental care for the past 21 years. Dr. Erin attended the University of Kentucky to earn her undergraduate degree, and then she attended the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry for her dental education.

• Undergraduate — The Citadel
• DMD — Medical University of South Carolina

For 21 years, Dr. Randall H. Elliott has been dedicated to offering pediatric dental care in the Bowling Green area. Dr. Randall earned his undergraduate degree from The Citadel before attending the Medical University of South Carolina to obtain his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree.

• DMD — University of Louisville School of Dentistry

Dr. Savanna Rennirt earned her undergraduate degree in biology and psychology from the University of Louisville in 2020, where she served as president of UofL’s Equestrian Team. She graduated from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry in 2025, where she met her fiancé, Dr. Kyle Stephenson.

As a dentist, Dr. Rennirt is passionate about helping patients feel truly cared for. She strives to create a comforting dental experience and loves building trusting relationships with her patients.

Outside the office, Dr. Rennirt enjoys the simple things that make life sweet—reading a good book, going for a run, and spending time with her dog, Moose, and her horse, King.

• DMD — University of Louisville School of Dentistry

Dr. Kyle Stephenson attended the University of Kentucky, earning his bachelor’s degree in agricultural biotechnology in 2021. He went on to pursue his Doctor of Dental Medicine at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry, graduating in 2025.

After completing his dental training, Dr. Stephenson moved to Bowling Green with his wife, Dr. Rennirt, where they both joined the team at Bluegrass Oral Health Center. Together, they are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality dental care to patients of all ages.

Outside the office, Dr. Stephenson enjoys an active lifestyle. He’s passionate about weightlifting, running, and spending as much time outdoors as possible. An avid hunter and outdoorsman, he’s happiest in the woods or on the trail. At home, he and his wife enjoy life with their dog, Moose.

• Western Kentucky University

Born and raised in California, Chelsea Cheely moved to Kentucky in 2005, where she later attended Western Kentucky University and earned her bachelor’s degree in science. A dedicated dental hygienist with over 16 years of experience in the field, Chelsea is also trained in lactation consulting and myofunctional therapy, allowing her to take a comprehensive and holistic approach to oral and overall health.

In 2018, she married her husband, Kevin, and together, they have two children and an energetic goldendoodle. Outside of work, Chelsea enjoys traveling and spending quality time with her family and friends.

• Elizabethtown Community and Technical College

With over 12 years of experience as a dental hygienist, Rachel’s clinical focus extends beyond routine care to include airway health and oral function. She holds an Associate of Science degree from Elizabethtown Community and Technical College and has advanced training in both lactation consulting and myofunctional therapy—areas that complement her passion for supporting patients with tongue-ties, oral dysfunction, and breathing-related concerns.

She is especially dedicated to helping patients of all ages achieve optimal oral development and function through collaborative, whole-body approaches to care. She believes early intervention and education are key to long-term wellness.

Born in New Mexico, Rachel has lived in Bowling Green, Kentucky, for the past three years with her husband, a local schoolteacher, their three sons, and their golden retriever. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, reading, and spending time with family and friends. She is committed to creating a welcoming, educational environment where patients and families feel seen, supported, and empowered on their health journeys.