WHITTAKER DENTAL - Key Persons
I have been a part of the Whittaker Dental Group for more than half of my life. I was hired by Dr. Loughead in 1997. I have been the Office Manager since 2003. I have worn many hats in my 26 years at Whittaker Dental and I have enjoyed all of them. I am truly blessed to have Dr. Whittaker and her staff as my second family. I married my high school sweetheart, Robert, and have been married for 25 years. I have one son that will be starting his junior year at The Ohio State University this fall. Together we LOVE baseball! When I am not working you will find me at the baseball diamond.
Whittaker Dental is a strong and long standing team. Dr. Whittaker is proud of the long tradition started by her father, Dr Larry Loughead, in 1961. Dr. Loughead created an environment focused on patients and employees of the practice. The team today has members who have literally worked together all their lives and have become a family.
Dr. Erin Whittaker joined her father's dental practice in 1994 and is amazed 30 years have gone by. I most enjoy the relationships I have made with my patients and have watched "the kids" grow up. I am proud of the team I have developed and the quality dentistry that our doctors and staff have provided since 1961. I have been a Columbus Monthly "Top Dentist" since 2015. Many mouths have had our handiwork! We are a high quality, efficient office, and dentistry is still my jam! When I am not doing dentistry, I am outside running, biking, swimming, walking my golden retriever, and planning our next get together with our adult children.
Dr. Loughead started our practice in 1961. He was joined by Dr. Robert Dilley in 1972, and in 1994 by his daughter, Dr. Erin Whittaker.
Dr. Whittaker purchased the practice from her father in 2003, and was joined by Dr. Jeffrey Bixler in 2008 and Dr.Steve Larson in 2013.
Dr. Whittaker, Dr.Bixler and Dr.Larson work closely with a long standing staff of dedicated professionals. They have the specialized training necessary to prevent, diagnose, and treat your dental conditions. They stay current on the latest advances in research and treatment so you know you'll get the most advanced care available anywhere.
I have been practicing dentistry at Whittaker Dental since 2008. I attended The Ohio State University earning a B.S. in Biochemistry and D.D.S. After graduating from Dental School and completing general practice residency in Youngstown, I practiced in the Cleveland-Akron area before moving back to Columbus. I enjoy all phases of general dentistry and I'm committed to growing my skills and knowledge through continuing education. I live near Worthington with my wife, two daughters, two dogs, and a cat named Bernie. I grew up in Orrville, Ohio, and cheer for the Guardians, Cavaliers and Browns, as well as the Buckeyes and Blue Jackets. In my free time, my family an I enjoy traveling, especially visiting National Parks in the U.S and Canada. I also enjoy attending my daughters' musical performances.
An Ohio native, I received a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Ohio State University. I joined Whittaker Dental Group in 2013. I would describe myself as a lifelong student dedicating a significant amount of time to continuing education. Some awards and affiliations include: Midwest Implant Institute, Fellow of the Midwest Implant Institute, Misch Resnik Institute, Spear Institute, International Team of Implantology, Vesper Institute- IV sedation/anesthesia certification.
I reside in Upper Arlington, Ohio with my wife and three boys. We lead an active lifestyle and love everything outdoors.