Sacheen N. Garrison, D.D.S.Dr. Garrison was raised in Huntington, West Virginia and graduated Summa Cum Laude in 1992 from Huntington High School. After high school, she attended Denison University, located in Granville, Ohio, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Chemistry in 1996. While at Denison, Dr. Garrison was on the Dean's List, Who's Who Among Students in American Universities & Colleges, and a Senior Fellow in the Chemistry Department. She actively participated in student run organizations, volunteered in community service projects, and assisted with scientific research in the Chemistry Department.
In June 2001, Dr. Garrison earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from The Ohio State University, College of Dentistry. In dental school, she enjoyed focusing on preventive oral care and working with children. While in dental school, she did an externship at the Navajo Indian Reservation in Gallup, New Mexico acquiring more knowledge in areas such as oral surgery and pediatric dentistry. <Read more>
Lori, Office ManagerLori, our Office Manager, graduated from Eastland Career Center's Dental Assisting program in 1986. Since that time, she has obtained valuable experience both as an assistant and as an office manager. She has worked as a dental assistant in both a periodontal and general dental office and as a front desk administrator before coming to this practice in 1992.
She is responsible for various aspects of running the office such as scheduling appointments, handling insurance, and answering patient questions among many other things.
Lori's professional manner and knowledge of the field will make answering any questions you may have regarding our office and dental treatment easy to ask.
Melissa, Registered Dental HygienistMelissa, our Registered Dental Hygienist, graduated from Shawnee State University in 1998 with her degree in dental hygiene and is licensed by the Ohio State Dental Board. Melissa enjoys educating her patients about their oral hygiene and the importance of regular visits to the dentist to maintain good oral health.
She is responsible for examining patient’s teeth and gums to check for periodontal health, taking x-rays for a thorough evaluation of dental health, removing hard and soft deposits from the teeth, specialized periodontal therapy such as root planning, and applying anti-cavity agents such as fluoride and sealants to teeth.
Melissa's friendly personality and gentle touch will allow you to relax and feel comfortable no matter how long it's been since your last visit to the dentist.

