Meet the team

Michael Pappas, DDS, MBA

"We’re not your average dental practice. Our passion is making dentistry easy for everyone and providing the ideal home for every smile."

As a native Buckeye, Dr. Mike earned his undergraduate degree in Healthcare Management, his Doctor of Dental Surgery, and his Master of Business Administration from The Ohio State University. He graduated at the top of his dental school class and received the prestigious Veler Scholarship – awarded to only one individual per class based on academic excellence, character, and integrity.

Dr. Mike is dedicated to pursuing the latest dental techniques and technological advancements to ensure his patients receive the best solutions available. He currently owns three dental practices and is active in the Ohio Dental Association, where he has served in many leadership roles. He is also a member of the American Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry.

Beyond dentistry, Dr. Pappas enjoys community activities, reading, running, playing basketball and golf, and spending time with his certified therapy dog – a golden retriever named Roscoe.

Sara Schairbaum, DDS

"My top priority is patient comfort and taking the time to really educate patients about their oral health needs."

Dr. Schairbaum is originally from Sylvania, Ohio but has had a connection to Columbus her whole life. She has been attending Buckeye home games since she was 6 years old, and earned her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Pharmaceutical Sciences and her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from The Ohio State University while also competing in varsity women’s rowing.

Dr. Schairbaum takes pride in getting to know her patients and finding the best plan to achieve their oral health goals. She has been practicing in Columbus since 2015, guided by her passion for making her patients as comfortable as possible.

Outside of dentistry, Dr Schairbaum loves outdoor activities – taking hikes, going biking, rowing, and golfing. She can also be found traveling and camping with her husband and their dog, Kona.

Courtney Colles, DDS

"I believe modern dentistry should be comfortable, painless, and relaxing. That’s what I seek to offer every patient I serve."

Dr. Colles is from Dublin and is a tried and true Buckeye, receiving both her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health Sciences and Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS) degrees from The Ohio State University. She then spent a year in Youngstown furthering her skills and caring for patients needing both emergency and routine dental care at a Level 1 trauma center, St. Elizabeth’s Youngstown Hospital. Dr. Colles is very committed to her patients' oral health goals and is a current member of the American Dental Association and the Ohio Dental Association.

Outside of dentistry, Dr. Colles enjoys lifting weights at the gym, spending time outside in the park with her rambunctious Golden Retriever named Rogan, and cheering on the Buckeyes and the Columbus Blue Jackets.

JAMIE JONES, DDS

"GETTING TO KNOW MY PATIENTS IS EVERYTHING. IT'S HOW I CAN BE SURE I'M PROVIDING THE BEST AND MOST COMFORTABLE CARE FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL PATIENT."

Dr. Jones is originally from Youngstown, OH, but has been living in Columbus since 2011. She earned both her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degrees from The Ohio State University. Dr. Jones graduated in the top of her dental school class and is a member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon, a national dental honor society.

Dr. Jones is most passionate about getting to know her patients and strives to make dentistry as painless and stress-free as possible. She is extremely committed to providing the highest quality of care in a kind and compassionate environment, and always with a smile.

Outside of dentistry, Dr. Jones enjoys traveling, reading, trying new restaurants around Columbus, and exercising while watching true crime documentaries. She currently lives in Victorian Village with her boyfriend and their three beloved pets – two cats and a German Shepherd.

KEVIN LYDIC, DDS

"I BELIEVE IN TAKING A PATIENT-CENTERED APPROACH TO MODERN DENTISTRY, PROVIDING COMFORTABLE CARE THAT IS TAILORED TO EACH INDIVIDUAL PATIENT’S NEEDS AND DESIRES."

DR. LYDIC IS A COLUMBUS NATIVE WHO EARNED HIS BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (BS) IN BIOLOGY AT OHIO DOMINICAN UNIVERSITY WHERE HE ALSO PLAYED BASEBALL. HE WENT ON TO COMPLETE HIS DOCTORATE OF DENTAL SUGERY DEGREE (DDS) FROM THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY.

DR. LYDIC IS DEEPLY COMMITTED TO ADVANCING HIS TRAINING AND EXPANDING HIS SKILLSET THROUGH CONTINUING EDUCATION SO HE CAN PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SERVICES TO PATIENTS. HE IS A PROUD MEMBER OF THE OHIO DENTAL ASSOCIATION, AMERICAN ACADEMY OF FACIAL ESTHETICS, ACADEMY OF GENERAL DENTISTRY, AND THE INTERNATIONAL TEAM FOR IMPLANTOLOGY. DR. LYDIC ALSO EARNED HIS FELLOWSHIP AWARD WITH IMPLANT PATHWAY DENTAL IMPLANT CONTINUUM.

OUTSIDE OF DENTISTRY, DR. LYDIC ENJOYS SPENDING TIME OUTDOORS RUNNING AND HIKING OR HEADING TO THE LAKE WITH HIS GOLDEN RETRIEVER, MAISY.

SAVANAH CRAIG, DDS

"TREATMENT DECISIONS SHOULDN'T BE MADE FOR YOU. I'M PASSIONATE ABOUT EDUCATING PATIENTS SO WE CAN WORK TOGETHER ON THEIR ORAL HEALTH AND GOALS FOR THEIR SMILE."

Dr. Craig is originally from Chicora, PA but has spent her higher education becoming an honorary Buckeye. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) in Biology from Baldwin Wallace University in Berea, OH and earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS) from The Ohio State University. Following graduation, she dedicated a year to advancing her education at Prisma Health Richland, a level one trauma center in Columbia, SC. During her year in Columbia completing her General Practice Residency, Dr. Craig received training in Implant placement and IV Sedation.

Dr. Craig takes the time to educate patients about their options, and utilizes her advanced training to provide excellent care for her patients. She is a member of the American Dental Association, Ohio Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, and American Dental Society of Anesthesiology.

In her free time, Dr. Craig enjoys reading, exploring new restaurants, and traveling with her husband, Adam.

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