Born in the state of Washington, Dr. O'Hara came to Ohio when she was nine years old. She attended the The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio, where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in the Allied Medical Professions. Continuing to be a BUCKEYE, she then pursued and achieved her Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree in 1995 from the same university. After graduating from OSU, Dr. O'Hara moved back to the Dayton area to be closer to her family and friends.
Dr. O'Hara's commitment to meticulously transforming smiles directs her to the newest advancements in cosmetic and family dentistry where she keeps up-to-date with the latest technologies; including the use of digital x-ray, intra-oral imaging, and CAD-CAM crowns. She has served on the Board of Directors within the Dayton Dental Society, and is currently a standing member of the American Dental Association, the Ohio Dental Association, and the Dayton Dental Society. Locally, she is a member of the area Chamber of Commerce and various other civic organizations.
Dr. O'Hara resides in Centerville with her husband, two boys, and their dog and cat. She enjoys spending her free time with her family watching her children's sporting and musical events, walking, and attempting to golf and wakeboard.
Dr. Jillian Hodge was previously in private practice in Beavercreek before joining our team. She is originally from South Bend, Indiana and received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana. Dr. Hodge graduated from Indiana University School of Dentistry and completed an additional year of advanced training as a general practice resident at the Indianapolis VA hospital.
Dr. Hodge comes to our practice excited to bring her love of dentistry to the southwest Ohio area. She and her husband just welcomed their first child in September. Dr. Hodge offers comprehensive dental treatment including pediatric dental care, root canal therapy, dentures and cosmetic dental work.
Dr. Mizuki Saito completed her general practice residency at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio where she also received her certificate in IV conscious sedation. She is originally from Texas and moved to Lexington, Kentucky in 2009. She received her Bachelor in Science in Biophysics from Wake Forest University and graduated dental school at University of Louisville School of Dentistry. Dr. Saito is passionate in learning and helping others. She is excited to begin her dental career at our practice. Dr. Saito offers comprehensive dental treatment including dental extractions, restorative and esthetic dentistry, and pediatric dental care. During her free time, Dr. Saito loves trying out new recipes in the kitchen, traveling to new places, and hiking with friends and family.