At the core of our dental practice is a friendly team of professionals that are dedicated to your utmost comfort and optimal oral health. We view each patient as a unique individual, and tailor each treatment to your specific needs. As part of our commitment to providing close, personalized attention to every patient, we want to encourage patient communication. Please know that we are here to provide outstanding patient care, and that we value the trust you have placed in us.
Susan Sawin, DDS
Dr. Susie Sawin, or as she is known in the practice, Dr. Susie, graduated from IU School of Dentistry in 1989. After graduation, she worked for the US Public Health Services on the Navajo Reservation for three years, before coming home to Columbus to practice with her father.
Dr. Susie's husband, David Kadlec, is an artist and environmental activist. She lives with David, two dogs, one cat, and many chickens in rural Bartholomew County in an energy-efficient home. She has two sons who are in college.
In her spare time, Dr. Susie is a silversmith and lapidary artist. Her jewelry creations can be seen at the Columbus Visitor's Center and at www.susiesawin.com
Luciana Kano-Wilson, DDS
Dentist
Dr. Luciana Kano-Wilson, or as she is known in the practice, Dr. "Luc", is glad to have returned to her hometown of Columbus! After graduating from Columbus North HS in 2001, she went to Indiana University in Bloomington, IN where she studied Biology and received her undergraduate BS degree in 2005. She attended dental school and received her DDS degree from Indiana University School of Dentistry in 2009.
Dr. Luc and her husband Reuben moved back to Columbus in 2009 and have two daughters and a son. She also has a furry daughter named Hoshi, a Bernedoodle. She is fluent in Japanese, Spanish, and Portuguese. She enjoys baking, reading, and biking.
Dr. Luc is an active member with the American Dental Association, Indiana Dental Association, and South Central Dental Society.
Uma Arunkumar, DMD
Dr. Uma Arunkumar, or as she is knowin in the practice, Dr. Uma, comes to us with truly a world of experience. Her dental education was done at the Nair Hospital Dental College in Mumbai, India. After 3 years of dental practice in India, Dr. Uma and her husband Arun moved to the US. Dr. Uma completed her American doctorate from Boston University School of Dental Medicine in 2006.
After graduation from Boston University, Dr. Uma practiced dentistry in Seymour, IN at the Jackson County Community Health Center for 3 years. Work then took Dr. Uma and her family to Cookeville, TN, and Dr. Uma worked in a private practice for 5 years until work again moved the family, this time to Brazil. For her year and a half in Brazil, Dr. Uma took time to volunteer with dental and community organizations and spend time with her daughter.
In addition to her broad dental experience and expertise, Dr. Uma is fluent in Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, and Portuguese. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, and reading.
Jennifer
Dental Assistant
Jennifer grew up in Columbus, IN. She became interested in dental careers when doing the C-4 program at Columbus North High School and has been with the Sandcrest Dental family since 1996. She has experience both in general dentistry and orthodontics.
When not at work, Jennifer enjoys country life with her husband, two children, and pets: dogs named Molly, Paige and Lucy, and cat named Oreo. She enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.
Sara
Dental Hygienist
Sara grew up in Jennings County, Indiana. She has been interested in dentistry since she was a little girl, but didn't decide to pursue dental hygiene until after earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology. She completed her schooling at both IUPUC and IU School of Dentistry. Sara has happily been with Sandcrest Dental since 2016.
Outside of work, Sara loves spending time with her husband and friends. Her favorite things include traveling as much as possible, going to concerts, and reading. She also has a newly found love of Rzr riding and camping.