After graduating from Youngstown State University, Dr. Mika attended The Ohio State University College of Dentistry where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 1991. He then completed a General Practice Residency at the Western Reserve Care System in 1993 and entered into private practice at that time. In addition to his private practice, from 1995 to 2005 Dr. Mika also maintained a mobile dental practice which provided dental treatment for area nursing facility residents. While a member of the Special Care Dentistry Association and the American Society of Geriatric Dentistry, he completed over 150 hours of continuing education in geriatric dentistry.

Dr. Mika has extensive experience in general dentistry, performing various procedures in the fields of preventive dentistry/oral health, restorative and cosmetic dentistry, oral surgery, crown and bridge, implant supported crowns and dentures, prosthodontics(dentures and partials), and endodontics(root canals). The practice of dentistry has seen many changes in the past twenty years, due in large part to technology. Dr. Mika has invested in his practice by bringing this technology to his patients. Not only is his practice run by dental practice management software, but digital radiography, digital photography, soft tissue laser surgery, laser caries detection and CAD/CAM dental restorations are practiced daily.

Dr. Mika is a member of the American Dental Association, the Ohio Dental Association, Corydon Palmer Dental Society and is a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry. He has achieved Standard Proficiency Certification from the Academy of Laser Dentistry. Dr. Mika also participates in the Dental Options program which provides discounted and donated dental services to qualified individuals in Ohio.

Dr. Mika is married with two sons and a daughter and has been blessed with two grand children. Besides spending time with his family, he enjoys music and is an avid drummer. He is a diehard fan of The Ohio State Buckeyes and also enjoys hiking, bicycling, fishing and hunting.


A general dentist who is a "Fellow" in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD) has been recognized by other general dentists as a leader and example to other dentists of the importance of quality continuing dental education to patient care. The Fellowship designation is one of the most rigorous continuing dental education programs today. It is also one of the most prestigious awards in dentistry and is only achieved by about 6% of dentists in the U.S. and Canada. To earn a Fellowship Award, a dentist must earn a minimum of 500 approved continuing dental education credits and pass a comprehensive 252-question examination covering all 17 disciplines in dentistry, equal in difficulty to board certification exams. Since being a Fellow is optional, dentists who have earned this distinction have demonstrated a higher level of commitment to their profession and have shown that they are individuals who strive for excellence in every facet of their professional lives. Fellows of the AGD follow a lifelong pursuit of continuing education to provide the highest quality of dental care to patients.

Maureen is Dr. Mika's lovely wife and has worked with Dr. Mika since he opened his private practice in 1993. Her eight years of experience working in the installment loan department of Mahoning National Bank have proven to be beneficial as she has worked several front desk positions for Dr. Mika. Maureen enjoys hiking, bicycling, cooking, and traveling to see her children and grandchildren.

Renee has worked with Dr. Mika since 1998 and is the person the staff can depend on to keep things running smoothly. Hired to work the front desk, she has also served as dental assistant and currently works to maximize our patients' insurance benefits. Her twenty years of experience in the Data Processing Department of Mahoning National Bank make her an invaluable member of our team. Renee is married, has raised three children and has nine grandchildren. She enjoys gardening and golfing and is involved with the LOVESWEET Memorial Fund."

Nicky is one of our part-time hygienists and is a Youngstown State University Honors Graduate. She is married, has two children, and is a Mahoning County 4H Advisor. Nicky enjoys camping and traveling with her family and pets. Her hobby is taking care of all of her animals on her "mini farm".

Sarah is a YSU graduate and a full time hygienist. She is married with two children and a dog. Sarah stays busy with her children's school and sports activities. She also likes to read and ride her bicycle.

Heather is a graduate of Youngstown State University where she graduated at the top of her class. Heather splits her time at the office between hygiene and the front desk. She also teaches clinical dental hygiene at YSU. Heather has a strong interest in the arts and enjoys music, movies, painting and photography. Heather likes to hike and travel when she can but mostly enjoys her time spent with her family and her cat.

Lisa began working with us in 2014 after becoming a Certified Dental Assistant at the Choffin Career and Technical Center. Although her skill as a dental assistant was evident immediately, she is most appreciated for her ability to get along with everyone. When Lisa isn't working, she enjoys spending time with her three children and going for walks with her Tea Cup Yorkie. Lisa also enjoys bike riding and watching movies.

Shannon is a Choffin Career Center graduate and has been a dental assistant for over 10 years. Currently she is studying at CWRU to become an Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary. Shannon is a big fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers. She stays in shape with Peloton workouts and when she's not camping with her family, Shannon can be found binge-watching her favorite TV shows or Hallmark movies.