Meet the Team

We recognize that all our patients are unique and deserve to receive dental care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented dental team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding dental experience every time you visit our practice.

We are pleased to welcome you and your family, and we look forward to working with you.


Our Dental Hygienists

Our dental hygienists take great pride in giving your child individualized care during regular checkups and cleanings. In addition to polishing your child’s teeth and examining the health of their gums, our hygienists will also give you all the information you need to keep your child’s teeth healthy at home.

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John began his dental career in 2001 at Erie Community College in Williamsville, New York, for his dental hygiene degree. Then continued to The Ohio State University for his EDFA training. John has been with Wright Smiles since the beginning in 2006. John loves working with kids, and more so, working alongside his wife, Dr. Wright!

When he’s not at work, John enjoys watching his children play at their sporting events and long-distance motorcycle riding.


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Cheryl has worked in dentistry since 1985, first as a dental assistant and then earning her associate degree in dental hygiene. She has a gentle touch and a patient personality, and loves getting to know all the little smiles that visit her chair.

Cheryl is married with two married children and six wonderful grandchildren.


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Katie graduated from Sinclair Community College with an Associate’s of Science in Dental Hygiene in 2004. She loves seeing kids become more confident and comfortable every time they come in, and being able to teach them about the importance of good oral health and how it affects their overall health.

Katie is originally from Southern California, but life brought her to Ohio in 1998. She and her husband love hockey, their three dogs, traveling, and spending time with family, which includes two daughters, a son, and three granddaughters and two grandsons.


Our Dental Assistants

Our dental assistants are here to make your child’s experience in our office as easy and stress-free as possible. Usually found working alongside Dr. Jody, our assistants help with many of the procedures and treatments your child will receive at our office.

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Mandy loves spending time with each patient, encouraging them to become enthusiastic about their dental health. She also helps parents and kids feel at ease about dental appointments. Most of all, Mandy appreciates how well our team works together and treats each other like family.


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Christina is an EFDA, having attended Miami Valley Career Technical Center for Dental Assisting and Sinclair Community College’s EFDA program. She spends her days helping patients realize that a dental appointment can be easy and fun! Christina shares in our office’s main goal: helping children smile and maintain their best oral health.

Christina and her husband Brian have two children. As a family, they love to go to sporting events together, baseball and football being their favorites. They also have three dogs and love being outdoors and active.


Kate

With her friendly smile and commitment to providing the best patient care, Kate ensures a smooth and positive experience for our patients. Her favorite part of her job is meeting children for the first time and seeing them leave the office with happiness and confidence, especially if they were a little nervous.

At home, Kate likes hanging out with her dog, Remi, and her cat named Loki. She also enjoys crocheting.


Our Office Staff

Our front office team is here to help with all your scheduling, financial, and insurance needs. Most often, our front desk staff members are the first smiling faces you’ll see when you come into the office. They’re always available to answer any question you may have and want to make your time here as pleasant, comfortable, and stress-free as possible.

Jazlen

Jazlen’s is one of the first faces you see when you walk in the door. She’s always happy and smiling, which automatically puts all the kids at ease. With a background in dental assisting, Jazlen is excited to be a member of the Wright Smiles team!

A recent transplant from Hillsboro, Jazlen has lived in Kettering since 2023. When not at work, she spends her time with her fiancé Colton or bowling in leagues and just for fun! She loves to take walks, go on hikes, be with family, and have game nights every weekend.


Mallory

As our office manager, Mallory is our parents’ go-to person for treatment scheduling needs, insurance, and billing questions. Having come from a background in orthodontics and pediatric dentistry, she has always enjoyed seeing kids excited to come to the dentist. Seeing them leave with a smile is always her favorite part!

Mallory has a mini goldendoodle named Cierra and a bernedoodle named Mia, who are her constant companions outside of work. If she’s not playing with them, she’s likely doing home renovations or decorating her friends and family’s houses!