The Sikora Family Dentistry staff
Dr. William Sikora
Dr. William Sikora
Dr. William Sikora has been practicing dentistry in North Olmsted for more than 20 years. He opened his practice across the street from the current location in 1990, soon after graduating from the Dental School at The Ohio State University.
The practice has grown from three employees to 10 and so has Dr. Bill’s community involvement. He has been a volunteer youth basketball coach in the area. And he and his wife, Dr. Christine Sikora, volunteer every other year for week-long dental mission trips to Honduras.
Dr. Bill grew up on a dairy farm near the small eastern Ohio town of Maynard. He played college baseball at John Carroll University, where he majored in biology and chemistry, before going on to The Ohio State College of Dentistry. It was his own experience in a dental chair as a child that led to his career choice.
“I had a really bad toothache when I was I kid. The dentist treated it and I was out of pain. I was amazed that he could that,” Dr. Bill says. “I thought it would be really cool if I could help people out of their dental misery.”
Dr. Bill focuses on providing complete dental care in a friendly atmosphere, utilizing the latest techniques to make the patients as comfortable as possible. The office moved in 2004 to its larger, current location with the most modern equipment. Each dental chair even has cable TV and headphones for the comfort of patients.
His hobbies include staying active in sports, getting to as many Ohio State football games as possible — he describes himself as a “huge Ohio State fan” — and visiting his 160-acre orchard farm in eastern Ohio when time permits.
He and his wife, Dr. Chris, live in Westlake.
Dr. Christine Sikora
Dr. Christine Sikora
Dr. Christine Sikora is a 1991 graduate of The Ohio State University College of Dentistry, but her passion for treating teeth dates back further and has its roots in the fine dental care she received as a child.
Growing up in a small southeastern Ohio town near Gallipolis, she first went to Shawnee State in Portsmouth, Ohio, where she received a degree as a dental hygienist. She worked as a dental hygienist in Richmond, Ky., before heading back to school to pursue a dental degree.
“I received regular dental care as a child and wore braces for years. I always looked forward to my dental visits and had a positive experience,” Dr. Chris says in explaining what led to her career. “I think it is so rewarding to help people get out of pain and to help people cosmetically.”
She purchased a practice in the Dayton, Ohio, area and worked there for 10 years before becoming part of the Sikora Family Dentistry team in North Olmsted.
“I married my best friend and we really enjoy practicing together,” Dr. Chris says of her husband, Dr. William Sikora.
They live in Westlake with their labrador retriever, Sandy, and a kitty, Josie. The Sikoras are avid Ohio State football fans, often attending games. They even own a life-size Brutus the Buckeye bobblehead, among other OSU memorabilia.
The Sikoras enjoy running (they’ve completed two marathons together), biking, hiking and spending time in the country. Dr. Chris’ goal in retirement is to breed labrador retrievers. Professionally, she’s focused on completing her work at the Midwest Implant Institute in Columbus so she can offer her patients a cutting edge and natural choice for replacing missing teeth.
Her interest in this work goes back to why she pursued the dental profession: caring for patients the way she was cared for as a child.
The Sikora Family Dentistry staff
Amanda — dental assistant — Amanda has been with Sikora Family Dentistry since 2006: She is a graduate of North Olmsted High School and Remington College. She considers her priority making each patient’s visit as positive and relaxing as possible. She has joined Dr. Christine Sikora in coursework at the Midwest Implant Institute and is looking forward to helping with the placement of implants as a high-quality alternative to bridges for patients with missing teeth as well as adding implant stability for patients with traditional dentures.
Amie — dental hygienist — Amie has been part of the Sikora Family Dentistry staff since 1998. She is a graduate of Berea High School and Cuyahoga Community College. Amie has a special interest in soft tissue management and enjoys helping “dental cowards” overcome their fears. Married with two children, Amie enjoys gardening and is an avid Cleveland sports fan, especially of the Cleveland Browns and Ohio State Buckeyes.
Amy — dental hygienist — Amy has been with the office since 1997. She went to Midpark High School, Cleveland State University and Lakeland Community College. Amy is skilled in scaling, root planning, perio diagnosis and customizing treatment for each patient. A member of the ADHA and CDHA, Amy takes pride in being a health educator in the schools. She wants the dental experience to be comfortable and relaxing for every age. In her free time, Amy enjoys camping, swimming, and spending time with her husband, Rob, and their three children.
Crystal — dental assistant — Crystal joined Sikora Family Dentistry in 2005. She is a graduate of James Ford Rhodes High School and Remington College, with a degree in dental assisting. Crystal is a certified dental assistant who takes pride in going the “extra mile” to make sure her patients understand their treatment. She also specializes in orthodontic assisting. Crystal and her husband, Michael, live in Parma. They enjoy spending time at their camper in the summer, watching Browns games in the fall and playing with their dog, Dexter.
Jeremy — dental hygienist — Jeremy has been part of the Sikora Family Dentistry team since 2005. The graduate of Elyria High School has an associate’s degree in dental hygiene from Lorain County Community College. Jeremy prides himself on thoroughness and the importance of teaching patients skills necessary to maintain a very healthy mouth. He is a fan of many shows on the FX and Spike channels, as well as most sports. And, as part of a family of five, he enjoys being a dad.
Karen — office manager — Karen joined Sikora Family Dentistry in 2004. She is a graduate of North Olmsted High School and Cleveland State University. In her financial coordinator role at the office, Karen will work with you to make your proposed treatment a reality. You’ll find she is a pro at helping you figure out your insurance so you can maximize your benefits. Karen and her husband, Jeff, have two children, Matthew and Andrew. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, listening to music and reading. Karen likes attending sporting events and musical theater productions, and is actively involved in her parish, the Church of St. Clarence.
Kim — schedule coordinator — Kim has been with Sikora Family Dentistry since 2005. She works diligently to find the perfect appointment for your schedule. Kim takes pride in doing whatever she can in the office to help both staff and patients. Kim, a mother of four, lives in Olmsted Falls with her husband of 23 years. She enjoys hiking, biking, gardening and spending time with her dogs.
Tracy — dental hygienist — Tracy has been with the office since 2003. She is a graduate of Strongsville High School and Cuyahoga Community College with Associate Arts and Applied Sciences degrees. Tracy also attended Cleveland State University. She enjoys talking to patients and is “always happy to see improvements that take place in a patient’s mouth after they implement the homecare necessary to stay healthy.” Tracy lives in Strongsville with her husband, Aaron, and four daughters, Adrienne, Vivian, Valerie and Phoebe. She enjoys spending time with her family, which also includes two cats and two dogs, family bike rides in the Metroparks, watching movies and finding new getaways.
Wendy — dental assistant — Wendy joined Sikora Family Dentistry in 2005, but she has been assisting dentists since 1989. She enjoys helping patients achieve their “perfect smile” and is excited about the office’s plans to begin offering implants to patients with missing teeth and dentures. Wendy is from Central Ohio, where she did the schooling to become a certified dental assistant. She now lives in Brooklyn with her husband. Wendy enjoys vacations to Upstate New York, sewing, reading and gardening.