About Us

Dr. Colin Shawhan

Meet Dr. Colin Shawhan! He graduated from OU College of Dentistry in 2014 and purchased our practice in 2016. He loves to create and restore beautiful smiles, and would love the opportunity to help you meet your dental goals.

A photographer, Dr. has studied portraiture, composition and color theory. Being behind the camera and in Lightroom has allowed him to develop a subtle sense of how to make people look their best, fast. It doesn’t always require a ton of dental work! You’ll find photographs around the office taken by Dr. Shawhan on his family vacations, or Wichita Zoo.

A member of Seattle Study Club, Colin is constantly expanding and developing his procedure portfolio. We are in the process of adding implants to the mix! Colin’s philosophy is a group is always smarter than an individual and he encourages input from his team, because a different point of view always has something to offer.

Our All-Star Team

Bringing decades of experience and a ton of compassion and creativity, our team is the best! Dr. Shawhan couldn’t ask for a better group of people to help you achieve your dental dreams!

Jennifer Roggow, RDH

Jennifer is passionate about dentistry and dental hygiene and brings many years of experience to the table.

Joleen Edens

Joleen is an absolute gem! She brings a level of hospitality and personal warmth that is difficult to find. You may not even realize how hard she is working behind the scenes because being in her presence feels like a bear hug.

Sheri Smylie

Sheri Smylie is not only the best dental assistant on the planet, she is a whiz with dentures! Do you have a sore spot or an annoying clasp bugging you? Dr. Colin Shawhan and Sheri Smylie will figure it out.

DeAnn Eddy, RDH

Besides being the best Hygienist on the planet, children and families absolutely love her! Dr. Shawhan is ever greatful for her warm and caring approach to patients of all ages. Is it your child’s first time in the dental chair? DeAnn can make that a fun and positive experience!

History of Chautauqua Hills Dental

Chautauqua Hills Dental has been providing dental care for patients in the Greater Chautauqua County area since 1997. The practice has existed for much longer under solo ownership, but in a different building on Main Street and using a different name.

Built in the picturesque Chautauqua Hills, a rolling countryside in Southern Kansas, our practice provides a relaxing experience we believe you will find a refreshing alternative to the ordinary.

Our Mission for a Healthier You!

Our mission is to build a healthier practice by building a healthier community. Success for Chautauqua Hills Dental is winning patients who choose to partner with us in maintaining a healthy smile for life. We’re in this for the long term!

Dr. Colin Shawhan many patients who chose Chautauqua Hills for a dental emergency who are now getting regular 3-month or 6-month cleanings. For us it’s about changing lives and establishing relationships, and finding out what’s possible for you!

If that type of family dental care sounds good to you, then we’d love for you to join our patient family!

We look forward to meeting you and getting started on the smile of your dreams!