Dr. Garrison was raised in Huntington, WV and graduatedsumma cum laudein 1992 from Huntington High School. After high school, she attended Denison University located in Granville, OH, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Chemistry in 1996. While at Denison, Dr. Garrison was on the Deans List, Whos 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, Dr. Garrison did an externship at the Navajo Indian Reservation in Gallup, NM, acquiring more knowledge in areas such as oral surgery and pediatric dentistry.
Dr. Garrison has worked in dental practices in Columbus and Lancaster, OH, providing her with a varied background in handling minor to complex dental cases. With a desire to open her own practice and continue her success of providing quality dental care to patients, Dr. Garrison moved to Groveport, OH in September 2002.
Dr. Garrison is licensed by the Ohio State Dental Board to practice dentistry and is a member of the American Dental Association, the Ohio Dental Association, the Columbus Dental Society, and the Academy of General Dentistry. She is a member of the Southeast Chamber of Commerce, Go Groveport, the United Way of Central Ohio Key Club, and she regularly supports local youth groups and Groveport area events. Dr. Garrison is committed to incorporating new advancements in dental technologies into her practice, thus enhancing her patients experiences.
Dr. Garrison enjoys spending time with her husband, Oyauma, and their three children: daughter, Mya, and sons Cameron and Carter. Dr. Garrison enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with extended family and friends.