Our Team
Dr. Clifford Thomas, D.D.S.
Dr. Thomas was born and raised in Saginaw, Michigan. He attended the University of Michigan and received a B.S. in Biology in 1982. He went on to the University of Michigan Dental School in Ann Arbor and received a D.D.S., in 1987. Upon graduation from dental school Dr. Thomas joined the U.S. Navy and spent 3 years as a Navy dentist, honing his skills on unsuspecting Navy recruits. In 1990 Dr. Thomas returned to the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and began his specialty training in periodontics, obtaining a Masters of Science in Periodontics. He relocated to Lakewood, Ohio in 1992 and has been a member of the area's dental and periodontal community ever since.
Dr. Thomas is a member of the American Dental Association, Greater Cleveland Dental Society and the American Academy of Periodontology. He has been an instructor at Case Western University Dental School, the University of Michigan Dental School and Lakeland Community College Dental Hygiene Program. He and his staff attend continuing education courses to keep abreast of the latest developments in periodontal technology.
Lila, Front Office Manager
Lila received her Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) certification in 2023.
She graduated magna cum laude with an Associate of Arts degree in 2026, whilst studying for her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.
Outside of work you can find her traveling to new places, playing video games, or spending quality time with her boyfriend and cat, Asteria.
Robin, C.D.A.
Robin has been in the dental field for 34 years. She has worked in general dentistry, oral surgery, orthodontics and periodontics. Robin has a blended family of two boys, two girls and five grandchildren. She has a love for all animals and currently has a chocolate lab and a German shephard. She loves to travel and ride her bike in the summer.
Patti, R.D.H.
Patti attended Notre Dame College and Lakeland Community College. She completed her studies at Lakeland Community College earning an Associates of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene and graduated with honors. She has been employed with Dr. Thomas since 1995. She enjoys working with patients to achieve excellent dental health.