Michael Thomas, DDS '92, is Honored with Achievement Award

Dr. Michael Thomas earned his DDS degree from Ohio State's College of Dentistry in 1992, after which he entered private practice in Canton, Ohio. “My favorite part of being a dentist is providing great care for our patients; providing a supportive work environment for my staff; and being able to support my community,” he said.

An active member and past president of the Stark County Dental Society (SCDS), Dr. Thomas established the SCDS Veterans Program, which has provided more than $500,000 in dental care to over 100 U.S. veterans. He has also served in numerous philanthropic organizations that provide dental care to underserved members of the Canton community. Those include the Canton Community Clinic Leahy Dental Department for which he is a founder and a volunteer providing care for more than 1,000 dental patients in need. 

Dr. Thomas received the Ohio Dental Association's Achievement Award for his personal and professional commitment to the dental profession and the public’s oral health, and for his service as an ambassador for the dental profession.