Meet Our Team

Our jovial dental team is here to handle anything you need to have a successful dental visit. From scheduling and reviewing your paperwork to assisting Dr. Michael Cook in caring for your smile, you can count on us to be here for you. Give us a call today at 614-262-4150 to schedule a consultation with our dentist at Creative Smiles and learn more about our dental services in Columbus, Ohio.

Kristen

Office Manager

Kristen has worked in the dental field for the last nine years and with Dr. Cook for the last five. She graduated from Ohio Business College for Dental Assisting in 2013, and she wears many hats in the office, jumping from assistant to front desk manager and more.

Kristen lives with her husband, Bryan, and son, Emmett, in Carroll, and they have two dogs. When she is not at the office, she loves to read and attend her book club, craft, and go to farmer’s markets and craft shows in the summer. She also loves thrifting.

Kiana

Administrative Coordinator

Kiana studied at Columbus State Community College and Seattle University before joining our team. While she may be new to our practice and the field of dentistry, her love for our patients and enthusiasm for their care make her a natural fit for our team. So whether you need to schedule your bi-yearly visit, have a question about what to bring to your first appointment, or anything in between, she’ll be happy to help!

Kiana is originally from Rifle, Colorado. Outside the office, she loves painting, playing the ukulele and practicing ASL. Plus, she is a beekeeper!

Nicci

Dental Hygienist

Originally from Somerset, Nicci has well over twenty years of experience in the dental field so far. She loves the great patients she’s met, as well as her wonderful work family! She received her education from Columbus State Community College and completed her certification in anesthesia in 2010.

At home, Nicci has two special furbabies named Niko and Izzy. In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with friends, spending quality time with family, reading and laughing! She has a special talent for making people chuckle and feel better even when they don’t want to.

Diamond

Dental Assistant

Diamond completed an undergraduate dental assistant certification program in 2022 and is a new blossom in the dental field. With a comprehensive background of work ethic and accreditation, Diamond brings customer service skills that make patients feel comfortable and confident. She is currently pursuing her EFDA degree with The Ohio State University and has plans to constantly look for ways to grow in her dental career.

Outside of the office, Diamond enjoys being a mother of one, taking walks on nature trails and expanding her creative abilities, such as with writing, painting and reading books. Her favorite hobbies include working on physical fitness and becoming closer to God.