Dental Staff

Dentist in Wisconsin Rapids, WI


All our professionals at New Horizons Dental maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in dentistry.


Dr. William S Akey

I am a 1992 graduate of the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. I completed a general practice residency at Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis before returning to my hometown and entering private practice in 1993. I maintain a fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry and memberships in the American Dental Association, Wisconsin Dental Association, Chicago Dental Society and International Dental Implant Association.

I formerly served on Test Construction Committees for National Board Dental Examinations and served on a review committee for the Commission of Dental Accreditation. In addition, I am an adjunct faculty member at Northcentral Technical College's Dental Hygiene Program. My spare time is spent with my wife, son, and two daughters.



Our Staff


Deb - Dental Hygiene

Deb has an Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene from Northcentral Technical College. She has practiced with me since 1993. Deb is certified in local anesthesia and is responsible for maintaining OSHA standards in the office. 

Deb and her husband have two grown sons and LOVE playing with their grandchildren. For fun, she enjoys walking, snowshoeing, reading, swimming and gardening.



Sally - Dental Hygiene

Sally has an Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene from Northcentral Technical College. She has practiced hygiene since 1990's. Sally is certified in local anesthesia and is responsible for maintaining HIPAA in the office.

Sally and her husband love spending time with their children and traveling to see both of them.

Amelia - Dental Assistant

Amelia joined the office in January 2023. She has a background in the medical field including working in Medical Clinics and other Dental Offices.

She grew up in Nekoosa and enjoys spending time with her husband and two dogs, Clover and Miller. Her hobbies include hiking, camping, and gardening.



Dara - Office Manager

Dara joined the office in January 2023. She has worked in the medical field for 24 years, with experience in surgery, clinic and office settings. She is now the Office Manager and manages accounts for my practice.

Dara spends her free time with her husband, two kids, and their dog. Much of that time is spent watching the kids sporting events, camping and skiing.



Mary - Office Assistant

Mary joined the office in August 2023. She has worked in the Dental field for over 30 years with most of her experience in the Orthodontic field and SureSmile.

When not at work, Mary enjoys family time, traveling, reading, walking and her church.