Dr. Kristen Shumate

Owner/Dentist

Dr. Shumate founded Whitehouse Family Dental in 2014, fulfilling a childhood dream of becoming a dentist. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery cum laude from The Ohio State University after graduating magna cum laude with a bachelor's in chemical engineering from the University of Toledo. While studying engineering, she realized her desire to work directly with people and build her own practice.

A lifelong resident of the area, Dr. Kristen grew up just ten minutes south of Whitehouse in rural Grand Rapids, Ohio, and attended Otsego High School. Now, she and Dr. Rick live in Whitehouse with their two children, deeply connected to the community they serve.

Dr. Kristen provides comprehensive general dentistry with a specialized focus on sleep dentistry, clear aligner orthodontics, removable prosthetics, and in-office whitening. She's also skilled in fillings, composite bonding, extractions, same-day crowns, and dentures. Patients appreciate her compassionate, gentle approach and willingness to understand their needs.

What drives Dr. Kristen is encouraging others, whether helping her team strive for excellence and professional growth or supporting patients in overcoming dental anxiety and achieving optimal oral health. Her commitment to excellence is reflected in her professional memberships in the American Dental Association, Ohio Dental Association, Toledo Dental Society, and Christian Medical and Dental Association.

Outside the office, Dr. Kristen is active in her church with the children's ministry. She maintains an active lifestyle with yoga, biking, running, strength training, and competing in triathlons. She particularly enjoys running and biking on the Wabash Cannonball trail and visiting Oak Openings.