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Whole Tree Dentistry

Holistic and airway-focused practice on Double Churches Road, with oral appliance therapy for snoring.

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(706) 596-1876WebsiteUpdated Aug 31, 2026

About Whole Tree Dentistry

If you wake up tired after eight full hours in bed, and someone in the house has started sleeping elsewhere because of the snoring, the evidence often shows up in the mouth before it shows up anywhere else. Flattened, worn-down molars, a scalloped edge along the tongue and a dry throat first thing in the morning are exactly the findings a dentist notices. Whole Tree Dentistry on Double Churches Road in north Columbus has built a substantial part of its practice around that overlap between sleep and dentistry.

Dr. Lisa A. Strickland owns the practice, and Dr. Ashley G. Bassett and Dr. Gloria B. Weldon also see patients here. The office describes its approach as holistic and airway dentistry, treating snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea with oral appliance therapy as an alternative for people who cannot tolerate CPAP. Around that runs a full general and cosmetic practice: examinations and cleanings, fillings, whitening, same-day crowns milled in the office, laser dentistry and clear aligner treatment. The week is short — Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with nothing Friday through Sunday — so treatment needing several appointments takes planning around a four-day week.

Oral appliance therapy works by holding the lower jaw slightly forward through the night, which stops the soft tissue at the back of the throat from collapsing inward. It is effective for snoring and for many people with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnoea, and it is far easier to travel with than a machine and a mask. It is not a universal substitute: severe apnoea frequently still requires positive airway pressure, and diagnosis needs a sleep study interpreted by a physician rather than a dental examination alone.

On the restorative side, a same-day crown is designed and milled inside the office, so a tooth can be prepared and permanently crowned in one visit instead of two with a temporary in between. Laser dentistry allows some fillings and soft-tissue procedures to be done with less drilling and occasionally without anaesthetic, though that depends entirely on which tooth is involved and how deep the decay has gone. Ask which of the two routes your particular tooth qualifies for before you plan the appointment around it.

Whole Tree Dentistry on Double Churches Road in north Columbus is led by Dr. Lisa A. Strickland, with Dr. Ashley G. Bassett and Dr. Gloria B. Weldon. The practice describes itself as holistic and airway-focused, treating snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea with oral appliances as a CPAP alternative, alongside general and cosmetic dentistry, same-day crowns, laser treatment and clear aligners. Hours run Monday through Thursday only, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with no Friday or weekend clinic.

Clinic Details

Best Known For

General Dentistry, Dental Crowns, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dental Care

Business Hours

Monday
8:00 AM5:00 PM
Tuesday(Today)
8:00 AM5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM5:00 PM
FridayClosed
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Frequently Asked Questions

Can an oral appliance replace my CPAP machine?
Sometimes, but not always. An appliance holds the lower jaw forward to keep the airway open, and it works well for snoring and for many mild to moderate cases of obstructive sleep apnoea. Severe apnoea often still needs positive airway pressure to stay controlled. Any decision has to rest on a sleep study interpreted by a physician, and follow-up testing confirms whether the appliance is actually keeping your breathing events down.
What is a same-day crown, and is it as good as a lab crown?
The tooth is prepared, scanned digitally, and a ceramic crown is milled in the office and cemented during the same appointment, removing the temporary crown and the second visit. Clinically the ceramic performs well for most single crowns. Cases involving several units, unusual shade matching across front teeth, or particular material requirements may still be sent to a laboratory, and the dentist should tell you which route your tooth calls for.
Does laser dentistry mean I can avoid the injection?
For some procedures, yes. A dental laser can prepare certain small to moderate cavities and carry out soft-tissue work with little or no anaesthetic, which suits patients who dread the needle more than the treatment itself. It is not universal. Deeper decay approaching the nerve, and work on teeth already sensitive or inflamed, generally still needs local anaesthetic, and the dentist should tell you upfront which applies.

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Services Offered

Dental ImplantsBone GraftingOral SurgeryFull Mouth RehabilitationDental CrownsRoot Canal TreatmentEmergency DentistryInvisalignDentures

Reviews

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J***2 weeks ago

This is the most friendly, warm, professional, well run-office in the region with wonderful staff and assistants and in which one can receive the best dental care. it is truly a state-of-the-art office which offers the latest, research-driven, quality, care. Dr Strickland and Bassett and their talented hygiene team (with the most talented hygienist, Aaron T) are highly skilled providers with superb talents. Their consistently planned and executed care--notable especially for advanced restorative dental care--includes restoration of implants both single as well as full arch tooth replacement procedures. This practice stands out as the shining light gem in the regional dental community.

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B***2 weeks ago

Excellent

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P***2 weeks ago

I am so impressed with Lisa and her team. They are the best of the best! Everyone is so helpful and and friendly. I highly recommend them to everyone. The music is awesome too!!

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T***3 weeks ago

The staff is Awesome! I just left the dentist today. I felt like I was in a spa. They’re awesome. I love Whole Tree Dentistry.!!! Melissa Tate

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C***3 weeks ago

Everyone here is awesome!

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R***2 months ago

My first visit With, Dr. Bassey at Whole Tree was phenomenal! Everyone I spoke to from scheduling had amazing customer service. Dr. Bassey Rylleigh took a lot of time And talking with me, asking questions and listening. Her bedside manner is phenomenal. I love that they are more holistic. and look at training you as a whole person from a dental standpoint and anything that could be affected by that.

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E***2 months ago

Beautiful people, gentle and thorough care- its always a pleasure to go to the dentist now! I have severe dental PTSD from bad experiences in the past and the Ladies at Wholetree LISTEN and are so kind. A whole body approach to dental care is essential to healthy teeth! Highly recommend.

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C***2 months ago

This is the best dentist office I have ever been to! The staff are so friendly, extremely thorough, and forward thinking with their treatments. I cannot speak highly enough of Dr. Strickland and the team!

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J***2 months ago

Dr. Strickland is an excellent doctor and cares very much about her patients. She takes the time to listen intently, never rushes, and is helping me address all of my concerns with deep expertise and genuine empathy. If you want a dentist who looks at the big picture and is deeply invested in your health, look no further than Dr. Strickland!

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S***7 months ago

As a new patient I was impressed beginning with the initial contact to schedule the appointment until I walked out of the office. It was such a great experience there was so much information provided and Gabby was amazing!!! I learned so much during my visit and Dr. Bassett explained each step of my treatment plan. I look forward to continuing my treatment with this awesome team.

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