University of Kentucky, BS - Zoology
University of Kentucky College of Dentistry - DMD
Memberships
American Dental Association
First District Dental Society
Select Study Club
Interests
I enjoy skeet and clay shooting, bird hunting, boating and gun collecting.
Personal Statement
My goal is to consistently provide informed, complete and quality dental care to all patients in a professional environment.
Dr. George Ochs
Education
University of Kentucky College of Dentistry - DMD
Memberships
American Dental Association
Kentucky Dental Association
Louisville Dental Society
Interests
I am a thoroughbred horse owner. I also enjoy fishing, alligator hunting, and spending time with family and grandchildren.
Personal Statement
I deliver the highest quality of dental care while recognizing patient comfort and respect. It's important for me to create an environment that is comfortable for everyone involved in order to deliver the highest quality of dental care.
Affordable Dentist in Evansville, IN
Accepted Insurance
Aetna – PPO
Anthem – 200 Network
Anthem – 300 Network
Anthem – Discount
Anthem – FEP
Anthem – PPO
Cigna -- DPPO
Connection/GEHA
Delta Dental – PPO
Delta Dental – Premier
MetLife
Paramount / HRI (Health Resources Inc)
SunLife/Assurant/DHA
UCCI – ADDP/DOD
UCCI – NFF
UnitedHealthCare
VCA – Veterans Care Agreement
Financing
We offer flexible dental financing terms and accept a variety of payment choices.
*Essential Smile Plan is not available in Brunswick, Okemos, Sandusky, Sinking Spring.
The Merit Dental Difference
Dental Care With Heart
Nothing is more important than our relationship with you. We provide you with efficient, affordable, high-quality dental care in Evansville, IN led by a team that genuinely cares about your well-being. We welcome you to our comfortable, friendly Evansville, IN dentist office with a team that is always on your side. We look forward to seeing you soon.
My experience with Merit Dental is very positive. They have a dedicated staff that treats one with care and interest in helping one with their dental needs.
Randall McAllisterNov. 19, 2024
Everyone does a great job taking care of your needs
Kim GreenwellOct. 31, 2024
Sarah was very gentle with my deep cleaning, she also has a fantastic “bed side manor” 10/10 would recommend.
Lynne FosterOct. 2, 2024
Lisa was great, as always!!
Carolyn HumphreyOct. 1, 2024
Excellent cleaning & check-up on teeth. Everyone was professional & friendly. They seem to truly care about my health.
laura carrSep. 20, 2024
Very nice staff ! It was a pleasant experience.
Josey RhodesSep. 11, 2024
Courtney is literally amazing!!
P SwaneySep. 10, 2024
It’s never exciting going to the dentist, but this was as good as it gets. They were great.
Paul TurnerSep. 6, 2024
Always so kind and professional.
Christy MasseurJul. 23, 2024
Friendly staff, great quality care, & you couldn't ask for a better dentist than Dr. Lee!!!
Ellen ZirkelbachJul. 23, 2024
Would recommend 100%
Jill ZueckJul. 10, 2024
Everyone is very professional and kind here and I greatly appreciate that! Even the doctors are very friendly. Seems to be a happy place to work. They are also very efficient in their workflows.
Jo Anne OchsnerJul. 3, 2024
Appointment with right on time. They explain the treatment completely. Everyone is polite and professional.
Ted MitchellJul. 2, 2024
Very professional and friendly.
Dr.Lee very friendly and caring making sure you are comfortable and not experiencing any discomfort while he is
working on your teeth.
Kathy MolloyJun. 29, 2024
Rita and Dr. Lee were great! Very personable and knowledgeable and efficient!
April VindhurstJun. 21, 2024
Very good with my 10 year old!
hoang tranJun. 4, 2024
Always on-time and very thorough
Candie PaceMay. 25, 2024
Great experience. Great people. Very caring and informative. Listened to my concerns and helped me choose a treatment plan that works for me.
Sandra BrindleyMay. 21, 2024
Very pleasant staff. Dental hygienist was nice and listened to my questions. Would recommend
Susan ThurmanMay. 21, 2024
Friendly and thorough cleaning and exam
Sue MoserApr. 28, 2024
Thank you for your wonderful services. Happy Holidays to everyone and I’ll see you all soon.
TodiceaApr. 3, 2024
Lisa is the best!
Joyce MoersJan. 4, 2024
All staff are very kind. Dr Okes is very kind and has good personality to make you feel at ease. I have not had any pain. I highly recommend this office!
Stacey JacksonDec. 19, 2023
My experience was great! Went in for a dental cleaning....went very well.....my dental hygienist is awesome!!!
Angie YoungDec. 13, 2023
Staff was comforting and very professional. I would definitely refer family and friends.
Lianette ParkerDec. 6, 2023
They are the best.!!!
Lisa MeyerNov. 29, 2023
Everyone at this office except one is great!!! It is like going to a family reunion - clearly everyone loves their job and the team works well together.
However they have this one girl who is an abs...
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Paul FlisNov. 17, 2023
Can’t believe I’m saying this, because nobody loves going to the dentist, but this first experience with them was the best I’ve ever had for a dental appointment. The doctor was detailed and sup...
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Carla KleinschmidtNov. 15, 2023
Staff is friendly and professional. Dental hygienist is excellent and so pleasant.
JOHN AshNov. 14, 2023
Best staff and dentist they moved mountains to help me highly suggest them.
Sherida PedroOct. 13, 2023
Dr. Eblen And staff are exceptional! I love my checkups and if something is wrong.. all I have to do is call.
Penny SimmonsOct. 13, 2023
Have been going here for many years. The care and staff are great. They take the time to get to know you.
SteveOct. 12, 2023
The Dentists an staff are very friendly .I'm glad I started going to see them
William WaltersOct. 5, 2023
Everyone in this office is very nice and they are very detailed from the doctor on down
Rhonda WrightSep. 7, 2023
Very good. They are helpful, professional, and friendly. I was put at ease as soon as I was called back.
David CarlisleAug. 23, 2023
This has been a journey for me, over 50? Of course. Just wanted to say thank you dr eblen for my continuous smile.
Rocky StoneMay. 5, 2023
Very friendly staff and professional attention to patient needs. Couldn't have a better organization than Merit Dental.
James MackeApr. 30, 2023
Very efficient, very professional. Staff was all very friendly and welcoming.
Jarred MorrisApr. 27, 2023
This has been my second visit to Merit Dental. Shae (may be misspelled) is always friendly and helpful. Courtney was the Dental hygienist. She is also very friendly and does an excellent job. She also...
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Dedra DavisApr. 6, 2023
The staff is very friendly and the massage chairs are a plus when getting work done. I have gone here for years and they take really good care of me!
Cindy BaumanMar. 8, 2023
It was an excellent office. Everyone was extremely nice and I’ll definitely be going back.
Rodney MerrittFeb. 18, 2023
Great work and very friendly staff.
Emma KincaidFeb. 17, 2023
My hygienist was very nice and I was very impressed with how gentle she was with my mouth.
Jim RutkoJan. 27, 2023
Dr. Eblen, Dana and Lisa are always very good at their jobs. They make you feel very comfortable in an uncomfortable situation. Dana had me wanting to watch the movie Dragonfly after I left. Top notch...
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Albert FeixJan. 6, 2023
Very very Good.Lisa is the Best!!
Lisa MeyerDec. 22, 2022
Going to the dentist here is like being with family. Everyone is happy and friendly and they help each other.
John CohenDec. 22, 2022
Great service. Good experience.
Kiera GreenDec. 21, 2022
VERY friendly and welcoming. Definitely will be back.
Debbie KuykendallDec. 16, 2022
The staff was amazing. Such nice people. My new Dentist office. Thank you Dr Oaks for helping me
Lightkeeper17Dec. 14, 2022
Six month cleaning. Lisa Graves is excellent and always a pleasure to talk with.
Sherri KernerDec. 6, 2022
Always professional and caring .
Delaine FooteNov. 1, 2022
I loved everything about merit Dental. Everyone that worked there was friendly, professional and knowledgeable!
Carl PitlickAug. 31, 2022
The staff was very professional and considerate. The hygienist I had was wonderful. The visit was a five-star rating.
Cindy MooreAug. 30, 2022
Excellent staff, professional, understanding and caring.
Kesha DouglasAug. 23, 2022
Always quick service, and the staff is very nice. They make you as comfortable as possible every visit.
celeste baumholserAug. 17, 2022
Dr.Eblen and Lisa Graves are an excellent example of the high quality provided by Merit Dental. From the engaging and professional front office, to Lisa's excellent quality cleaning and up to Dr. Eble...
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Michael SiegelinAug. 10, 2022
Great people great experience
Michael Farmer SrJul. 29, 2022
Great service
Mia WiznerJul. 14, 2022
I called every place in town trying to get an emergency visit for a broken tooth. Merit got me in the same day and even offered a discount plan for me since I don't have insurance. Everyone there was ...
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Anjum AshrafMay. 26, 2022
Very professional and courteous staff and Dentists. Highly recommended.
Judy BlondinMar. 16, 2022
Every time I visit the office it is like spending time with good friends. Dr. Eblen is the best at what he does and is surrounded by professional assistants that care about your comfort and SMILE.
Karen GoldsberryFeb. 26, 2022
This dental team is excellent. From check in to check out, I received thorough care and cleaning and had all my questions and concerns answered by the hygienist and dentist in a timely manner.
Linda JDec. 1, 2021
Dr. Eblen and the staff at Merit Dental are always professional, friendly and informative. I used to be afraid to go to the dentist, but Dr. Eblen is gentle and I don't have the fear of going to the d...
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Crystle DavisNov. 19, 2021
Staff is wonderful!!! Knowledgeable and excellent customer service!
Aaron ChenowethNov. 17, 2021
The staff is always friendly and helpful. I feel Dr. Eblen and the other technicians are always looking out for my best interest by encouraging proper cleaning and also providing options to minimize r...
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Kayla GreentreeJul. 20, 2021
Amazing experience!! I ended up with an abcessed tooth and needed an emergency extraction. They got me in to look at my tooth and get an X-ray. Prescribed antibiotics and got the tooth out with no com...
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Jacquilla GilliamMay. 1, 2021
Great staff, very warm and friendly! I honestly forgot I was at a dentist office! Recommended to all!
Keith CecilApr. 7, 2021
Doctor Cabell is very professional and thorough. I will be recommending her to all of my friends.
Penny ShoptaughDec. 14, 2020
This denist office is amazing Dr. E blen is wonderful Lisa the dental hygineist is wonderful i would refer any one there.
Stacy RumseyNov. 1, 2020
Everyone is always so kind and friendly. Lisa is just the sweetest! It's nice to see someone regularly who knows you and your kids and genuinely cares.
Makiya JohnsonOct. 1, 2020
Dr. Eb is very knowledgeable, gentle, and friendly. His staff is also knowledgeable, always friendly, and they all have great personalities.
Carol MachucaAug. 14, 2020
Always very friendly and do a great job.
Danielle HarrisJun. 3, 2020
Every staff member made me feel comfortable at such a scary time. They made me feel at ease & safe. I really appreciate all of them!
Camille WigginsMay. 28, 2020
The staff of merit dental are so professional and make your visit as stress free as possible. Dr.Eblon is one of the best medical professionals I've ever encountered and it made me feel less stressed ...
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NJ YatesMar. 5, 2020
My children love coming here. The dental assistant that cleans my daughters teeth is always so nice to them and really makes them feel comfortable. I’m not sure of her name but she has two teenage d...
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James ElliottFeb. 21, 2020
The staff are great and Dr. Eblen is awesome. Highly recommended.
Brent McReynoldsFeb. 13, 2020
I was very happy with the entire experience. Friendly non judgemental (even though it had been three years since i had been to a dentist)May have been the most efficient dentist visit I have ever had....
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Sendaneo WallaceFeb. 12, 2020
My visit to merit dental has to be the best experience i had at a dentist the staff was awsome and caring. Thank you all at merit dental Evansville
Rachel MNov. 26, 2019
I have been going to Merit Dental for about 10 years and will continue another 10+!! Great staff! Love Dr. Eblen! Looking forward to new female Dentist that will be starting in December 2019!
Marilyn Noah-McGinnisSep. 19, 2019
A 10, of course!! I'd give Merit 100, if it was an option! Just the best! I've already told several people about my excellent care. I did in the first text.
Angie YatesAug. 21, 2019
You guys are the best! Dr Eblem and his staff treat you like family.
J. Aaron ScottNov. 21, 2018
Professional and very knowledgeable dentist. Always makes sure you know what is going on before he starts any treatment and that you know your options. Great facility and very clean.
Karen SuttonApr. 3, 2018
This is a very professional and friendly dental office. Everyone treats you great and the facility is very nice and clean. Love Dr Eblen!
Rob DeGraffenreidDec. 5, 2017
Love this place!
R ClevelandOct. 10, 2017
Dr. Gregory and his staff are very professional and kind. They make you feel like a friend. They explain everything well, are on time and get you out in a timely manner!
Alexis RenfroAug. 7, 2017
The staff is very friendly, courteous, and professional. Definately my go to dentist office from here on out.
Steven HargravesJun. 8, 2017
Now I Know who to recommend when someone asks if I know a good dentist. I couldn't be happier with the experience I had there. These are fine people, and honest.
Judith HullMay. 11, 2017
The experiences at Merit Dental have been both rewarding and professional.. Dr. Eblen, Rachel Sunderman, the dental assistants and the secretarial staff have all displayed a pleasant approach to visi...
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T DoughtyMay. 9, 2017
From the time I walked into the office and was greeted by the friendly girls up front all the way through the procedure, I had a very pleasant experience!
Theresa RicheyMay. 9, 2017
Dr. Eblen and his staff do an awesome job of making me feel comfortable when I am there including easing my nerves when I have to have actual dental work done. A special shout-out to my hygienist, Li...
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Kyle MilesMay. 4, 2017
I could not more highly recommend Dr. Eblen and his staff at Merit Dental. They provide excellent service in a caring professional manner. You will not regret placing your dental needs in their hands.
Carol StalionsMar. 28, 2017
Appointments have always been on time and the staff is very professional and friendly.
Joyce WestMar. 14, 2017
I have been to several other offices in this area, but none has compared to Merit Dental. The staff is professional and friendly. The work is always of top notch quality. I have recommended this of...
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Renee TruittOct. 26, 2016
Dr. Eblen has been my dentist for over 20 years and I couldn't ask for a better one. I'm not the easiest patient because I get a little worried and very nervous when anything has to be done at the de...
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Margie GibbsOct. 11, 2016
Dr. Eblen takes very good care of your teeth and makes sure you understand all procedures. His staff is excellent. You don't worry about your teeth when you are a patient of Dr. Eblen's.
Joyce WestMar. 15, 2016
I have always been very pleased with Merit Dental. Dr. Eblen has taken care of my teeth for many years now. He has done everything from standard care to cosmetic crowns on damaged teeth. I came to ...
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Graceanna AustinMar. 1, 2016
I've been with Dr. Eblen for over ten years. He's great and so is the staff!
jim adamsMar. 18, 2015
I have been going to Dr. Eblen for about 14 yrs. I have always been treated with the best dental care. They take time to explain your treatment and make sure you are well taken care of. Hats off to Li...
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Ryan KirkpatrickOct. 3, 2014
I've been going to Dr. Salmon for years. Wonderful staff and service. I highly recommend!
My experience with Merit Dental is very positive. They have a dedicated staff that treats one with care and interest in helping one with their dental needs.
Everyone is very professional and kind here and I greatly appreciate that! Even the doctors are very friendly. Seems to be a happy place to work. They are also very efficient in their workflows.
Very professional and friendly.
Dr.Lee very friendly and caring making sure you are comfortable and not experiencing any discomfort while he is
working on your teeth.
All staff are very kind. Dr Okes is very kind and has good personality to make you feel at ease. I have not had any pain. I highly recommend this office!
Everyone at this office except one is great!!! It is like going to a family reunion - clearly everyone loves their job and the team works well together.
However they have this one girl who is an absolute b____. She handles the insurance. She is very condescending and argumentative. She does not fit and needs to go!!! It isn’t Shea - she is great.
Can’t believe I’m saying this, because nobody loves going to the dentist, but this first experience with them was the best I’ve ever had for a dental appointment. The doctor was detailed and super helpful, taking time to talk to me about what’s great and what I can do better, and the dental hygienist was very friendly, did an excellent job cleaning my teeth, with no pain or accidental pokes in the gums. Highly recommend this place.
This has been my second visit to Merit Dental. Shae (may be misspelled) is always friendly and helpful. Courtney was the Dental hygienist. She is also very friendly and does an excellent job. She also does a great job explaining everything and is very professional. Finally I met Dr. Eblen for the first time and he was also very friendly and professional. 100% satisfied and am looking forward to my next visit. Thank you!!
Dr. Eblen, Dana and Lisa are always very good at their jobs. They make you feel very comfortable in an uncomfortable situation. Dana had me wanting to watch the movie Dragonfly after I left. Top notch team.
Dr.Eblen and Lisa Graves are an excellent example of the high quality provided by Merit Dental. From the engaging and professional front office, to Lisa's excellent quality cleaning and up to Dr. Eblen's expert advice. They are the very best!!
I called every place in town trying to get an emergency visit for a broken tooth. Merit got me in the same day and even offered a discount plan for me since I don't have insurance. Everyone there was very pleasant and I was seen immediately. Although they were unable to do anything there because of my need for an oral surgeon they went above and beyond to get me the very next week to see one. I would definitely recommend merit dental for any future dental needs!
Every time I visit the office it is like spending time with good friends. Dr. Eblen is the best at what he does and is surrounded by professional assistants that care about your comfort and SMILE.
This dental team is excellent. From check in to check out, I received thorough care and cleaning and had all my questions and concerns answered by the hygienist and dentist in a timely manner.
Dr. Eblen and the staff at Merit Dental are always professional, friendly and informative. I used to be afraid to go to the dentist, but Dr. Eblen is gentle and I don't have the fear of going to the dentist now. I would recommend Merit Dental to anyone. They're awesome!
The staff is always friendly and helpful. I feel Dr. Eblen and the other technicians are always looking out for my best interest by encouraging proper cleaning and also providing options to minimize risk of future dental issues.
Amazing experience!! I ended up with an abcessed tooth and needed an emergency extraction. They got me in to look at my tooth and get an X-ray. Prescribed antibiotics and got the tooth out with no complications within the next week. All of the staff is super friendly and informative. Highly recommend!!!
Everyone is always so kind and friendly. Lisa is just the sweetest! It's nice to see someone regularly who knows you and your kids and genuinely cares.
The staff of merit dental are so professional and make your visit as stress free as possible. Dr.Eblon is one of the best medical professionals I've ever encountered and it made me feel less stressed about my visit. I highly reccomend if you're in search of a dentistry that is kind, caring, and super nice.
My children love coming here. The dental assistant that cleans my daughters teeth is always so nice to them and really makes them feel comfortable. I’m not sure of her name but she has two teenage daughters if that helps. She is awesome and we will always bring our kids back here!
I was very happy with the entire experience. Friendly non judgemental (even though it had been three years since i had been to a dentist)May have been the most efficient dentist visit I have ever had. Most of the time as a new patient they will not even do a cleaning on the first visit only evaluation so i was happy to have the cleaning done the same day.
I have been going to Merit Dental for about 10 years and will continue another 10+!! Great staff! Love Dr. Eblen! Looking forward to new female Dentist that will be starting in December 2019!
A 10, of course!! I'd give Merit 100, if it was an option! Just the best! I've already told several people about my excellent care. I did in the first text.
Professional and very knowledgeable dentist. Always makes sure you know what is going on before he starts any treatment and that you know your options. Great facility and very clean.
Dr. Gregory and his staff are very professional and kind. They make you feel like a friend. They explain everything well, are on time and get you out in a timely manner!
Now I Know who to recommend when someone asks if I know a good dentist. I couldn't be happier with the experience I had there. These are fine people, and honest.
The experiences at Merit Dental have been both rewarding and professional.. Dr. Eblen, Rachel Sunderman, the dental assistants and the secretarial staff have all displayed a pleasant approach to visits there. I give them five stars.
From the time I walked into the office and was greeted by the friendly girls up front all the way through the procedure, I had a very pleasant experience!
Dr. Eblen and his staff do an awesome job of making me feel comfortable when I am there including easing my nerves when I have to have actual dental work done. A special shout-out to my hygienist, Lisa. She is wonderful and really shows great concern for her patients. I would highly recommend Merit Dental to anyone looking for a quality dental office.
I could not more highly recommend Dr. Eblen and his staff at Merit Dental. They provide excellent service in a caring professional manner. You will not regret placing your dental needs in their hands.
I have been to several other offices in this area, but none has compared to Merit Dental. The staff is professional and friendly. The work is always of top notch quality. I have recommended this office to several friends.
Dr. Eblen has been my dentist for over 20 years and I couldn't ask for a better one. I'm not the easiest patient because I get a little worried and very nervous when anything has to be done at the dentist office. He and all of his staff has always taken great care of me. I can say first hand he really does care about his patients.
Dr. Eblen takes very good care of your teeth and makes sure you understand all procedures. His staff is excellent. You don't worry about your teeth when you are a patient of Dr. Eblen's.
I have always been very pleased with Merit Dental. Dr. Eblen has taken care of my teeth for many years now. He has done everything from standard care to cosmetic crowns on damaged teeth. I came to him after another dentist had cracked one of my teeth to the point it had to be removed and replaced with an implant. Dr. Eblen and his staff did a wonderful job. If you are looking for fine dental care with a caring and talented staff, Merit Dental of Evansville is just the place for you.
I have been going to Dr. Eblen for about 14 yrs. I have always been treated with the best dental care. They take time to explain your treatment and make sure you are well taken care of. Hats off to Lisa, my hygienist, and to Dama,who works side by side with Dr. Eblen. They truly are the best!
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