Meet our team

Our team was built with a shared goal - to give patients their dream smile. Get to know us!

We’re proud to serve Columbus and our local community. Visit us at 1380 14th Street, .

"My mission is to help my patients achieve optimal oral health and improve their overall health and sense of wellbeing. I will strive to provide effective, affordable care to all of my patients, be an exceptional leader for my team, and continually work to expand my expertise and refine my skills."

-Leo Wheat, DMD

Meet the doctor

Leo Wheat, DMD

Dr. Wheat III was born in Augusta and raised in Newnan. Dr. Wheat is a native Georgian to his core. In his free time, Dr. Wheat enjoys playing tennis with friends and family. He is an avid moviegoer and reader and he is always looking for any excuse to travel the world and explore new cultures.

Education

Doctorate of Dental Medicine

Dental College of Georgia-Augusta University – Augusta, Georgia

Bachelor of Science in Biology

Furman University - Greenville, South Carolina

“I have always considered my patients to be friends and members of our dental care family which is why putting patients at ease about their dental needs has been my top priority since I began practicing in 1984. I want patients to know they can turn to me for all their dental needs. I feel I owe it to my patients to be fully knowledgeable, so I take a strong interest in learning the newest advances and better treatments that are constantly developing in dentistry.”

-Richard K. Straus, DMD

Meet the doctor

Richard K. Straus, DMD

Dr. Straus is active with many civic and charitable organizations. In his free time, Dr. Straus loves to play pickleball and tennis. He also enjoys Auburn football, hiking, regional history, and, most of all, he loves spending time with his family. He and his wife have five children and two grandchildren.