Meet Our Staff
Dr. Sarah Ecken is the founder, and the only dentist in the practice. She graduated from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry in 2002 and was an associate dentist for 3 years before opening Louisville Family & Cosmetic Dentistry.
Learn how we got our start
Louisville Family & Cosmetic Dentistry opened September 1, 2005. We started our practice in the Medical Arts building on Eastern Parkway and moved to the Quarry Center in 2009.
Personal dental care
We treat each of our patients like they’re part of our family at Louisville Family & Cosmetic Dentistry. Our incredible staff is proud to offer only the best in comfort and care for each patient who walks through our doors.
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Want to see how we can transform your smile? Take a look at our Facebook page and compare before and after photos from our patients for all types of procedures, including implants, whitening, and more


Kara is the Office Manager at Louisville Family & Cosmetic Dentistry. Kara started working with Dr. Ecken when the practice opened in September of 2015. She and her husband Rodney have two daughters, Kylie and Hannah, and a Goldendoodle named Macy.

Shayla joined Louisville Family Cosmetic Dentistry after graduating from MedQuest College in 2014. She is a dental assistant. She loves to meet new people and make patients feel comfortable while providing the best patient care possible.

Stephanie is a hygienist and received her degree from Central Piedmont Community College Charlotte NC in 1991. She is also an alumni of Mercy Academy here in Louisville. Stephanie loves to spend her free time with her husband Stu at Green River.

Tami is the Receptionist at Dr Ecken’s office. She has been with the practice for 10 years. Tami and her husband George enjoy spending time with family and friends.
