Leia

Dental Hygienist

Leia has been a valued member of our team since 2008. With a wealth of experience in dental hygiene, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene from the Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University in 1989. Over the years, Leia has honed her skills in both general dentistry and periodontal practices across Virginia, California, and Pennsylvania.

A dedicated professional, Leia is an active member of the American Dental Hygienist Association and has served in leadership roles at both the state and local levels. Since relocating to the Shenango Valley from California in 2000, she has built lasting relationships with patients and continues to be passionate about helping them maintain their oral health.

Outside of work, Leia enjoys an active lifestyle, including biking, hiking, and spending time outdoors. She loves spending quality time with her two children, Alexa and Madison, as well as her pets. Leia’s compassionate nature and commitment to her patients make her an integral part of our practice, and she looks forward to helping you achieve and maintain your best smile!

"I have been practicing dental hygiene at Thomas Family Dentistry since 2008. I love coming to the office every day and working in such a state of the art facility with dentists that truly care about the treatment they provide, and are excellent at what they do. I look forward to each day with my patients and love to mix in fun with our treatment and education. Our patients are not just patients, they are our friends."