Meet Our Doctors

Dr. Spencer Tepe graduated from The Ohio State University College of Dentistry in 2017 and has been serving the Ashland community ever since. His passion for dentistry comes from improving people lives and interacting with his patients. Dr. Tepe enjoys all aspects of dentistry but especially has a passion for implants. In 2018, Dr. Tepe began to focus his practice on dental implants and has since accumulated hundreds of hours of dental implant education. Dr. Tepe's experience ranges from single implants to dentures held in place with dental implants. His dental implant solutions have changed the lives of many Ashland patients. Dr. Tepe and his wife, Monique, have a daughter, Emilia, and a Goldendoodle named Larry. Together they enjoy spending time with family, going for runs in the park and exploring new restaurants.

Dr. Baker grew up in Willard, Ohio and graduated from Willard High school in 2009. He gained his passion for meeting and helping people from growing up across the street his hometown dentist and seeing the impact he could have on a community. He has recently moved to the Ashland community and is interested in seeing his patients in the public setting.

Dr. Baker attended Otterbein College from 2009 through 2013. After college, he worked for Habitat for Humanity for one year before attending The Ohio State University College of Dentistry from 2014 to 2018.  Dr. Baker has been at Ashland Stonecreek Dental Care since September of 2019. In his free-time he enjoys spending time with his family, golfing,hiking, and watching sports with his parents and friends.

Dr. Anna McGuire is a 1988 Centerville High School graduate. She then attended Rider University in Lawrenceville, NJ graduating in 1993. She graduated from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts in 1997 and then completed her General Practice Residency in 1998 at Miami Valley Hospital.

Dr. McGuire is certified in Bioclear. The Bioclear method involves wrapping a tooth with a heated composite resin. Specially shaped matrices hold the composite in place and ensure that the treatment produces a perfectly shaped tooth. It usually takes the place of a regular composite filling, filling in gaps in the teeth, and helps avoid root canals and it takes just one appointment to complete! 

She lives in Washington Township with her three children. Dr. McGuire is on staff at Kettering Hospital and Miami Valley Hospital.

Dr. Nick Xie, "Dr. Nick," was born in China and grew up in Huntington, WV. He completed his Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology with a perfect GPA from West Virginia University. He was a member of the Phi Beta Kappa Honors Society. He then went on and received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the West Virginia University School of Dentistry. Dr. Nick joined Stonecreek Dental Care after graduating top five in his class. He is a member of the American Dental Association. Dr. Nick strives to make a positive experience for his patients and help them to achieve the perfect smile.

In his free time, Dr. Nick enjoys cooking, playing piano, and spending time with his wife and two cats. Dr. Nick also speaks Chinese.

Dr. Naquida Taylor has a bachelor’s degree in psychology from New York University and a D.D.S. (Doctor of Dental Surgery) degree from Virginia Commonwealth University. 

Following dental school, Dr. Taylor completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency at Lutheran Medical Center in New York. Upon completing her residency, she began treating patients in community health. 

In 2013 she taught clinical dentistry to senior dental students from Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health’s-AT Stills University. In 2014 she joined the clinical faculty of Lutheran Medical Center teaching AEGD residents in Lima, OH. Dr. Taylor continued to practice dentistry full-time while teaching. She has worked in private practice and has participated in two international dental missions. 

Dr. Taylor uses her extensive experience to provide the highest quality dental care in a gentle, compassionate manner. She enjoys traveling, hiking and reading.

Dr. Michael Palma, D.M.D. earned degrees from West Virginia University and Fairleigh Dickinson University.

Dr. Palma specializes in craniofacial pain, along with craniofacial orthodontics and surgical orthodontics. He greatly enjoys his profession, as he admires seeing positive changes in patients’ self-confidence and attitude, in addition to psychological benefits. “I treat all my patients as if they are my family and provide best in class craniofacial orthodontics. I like to help anyone in need. I believe in service above self."  His father was an oral maxillofacial surgeon and a craniofacial orthodontist, which makes Dr. Palma a second generation orthodontist in the family.  His daughter is following in their footsteps as well! Due to this passion, he is part of multiple peer-to-peer review committees in all 50 states and internationally.

In his free time, Dr. Palma enjoys spending time with his family, 4 children and traveling.  Another fun fact is that he is also a SAG (Screen Actors Guild) actor and can be seen in numerous films, commercials, and print! Dr. Palma also speaks some Spanish.

Education: Dental degree from Indiana School of Dentistry and residency completed at Cleveland Dental Institute of Cleveland

Degrees: DDS degree and dental hygiene degree. Bachelors in molecular biology and masters in Biomedical science

Fun Fact: I have two walk-in closets full of shoes. My prized pair is a handmade pair of Italian loafers made during my trip to Italy!

Education: Tufts University School of Dental Medicine DMD, AEGD

Fun fact: I enjoy traveling, The Great British Baking Show, and the Boston Celtics!

Education: The Ohio State University College of Dentistry. Pediatric Fellowship at Children’s Hospital OSU

Fun Fact: I love cooking, traveling, breakdancing, snowboarding, biking and painting!

Dr. Shikha Sohal received her BDS degree from India and her dental degree (DMD) from Boston University. She loves all aspects of dentistry, especially restorative, endodontics, oral surgery and removable/fixed prosthodontics.

Dr. Sohal’s favorite part of her profession is the fact that she gets to meet and know different people on a daily basis. She feels it’s very satisfying and rewarding to help patients get out of dental pain and improve their quality of life. She also finds restoring her patients oral health and esthetics of teeth is very gratifying.

In her free time, Dr. Sohal enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling and exploring new places. She also speaks Hindi and Punjabi. 

Education: The Ohio State University College of Dentistry

Fun Fact: I love surfing!

After graduating from The Ohio State University College of Dentistry in the top three of her class, Dr. Biehle joined Stonecreek Dental Care in 2002. She was also an overachiever in her undergraduate years at John Carroll University in Cleveland, OH, where she excelled on the basketball team.

Dr. Biehle always knew she wanted to be a doctor and as time passed she realized that being a mom was equally important to her as being a professional. As a co-owner of Stonecreek Dental Care she has provided herself the ability to achieve both of her loves, taking care of her patients and also her 3 children, Ashleigh, Kylie and Luke.

Dr. Biehle is a highly skilled yet compassionate doctor with a great eye for detail. She has a special affinity for cosmetic dental treatments, Invisalign, and dental sedation. She is also a fellow of the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation and has been recognized by her peers as a top dentist by Columbus Monthly every year since 2011. In her free time she enjoys working on the family home, traveling, and cheering on the Ohio State Buckeyes. Go, Bucks!

Dr. Meer joined Stonecreek Dental Care in 2008 after completing advanced training at his general practice residency at Rochester General Hospital in Rochester, NY. He is a highly skilled doctor with a special interest in oral surgery. He completed his undergraduate work at Xavier University and his dental education at Marquette University School of Dentistry.

He enjoys the outdoors, running, cycling, and competing in triathlons. Dr. Sanders and Dr. Biehle are trying to convert him into a Buckeye fan!

Dr. Patel was born and raised in Cleveland, OH. She earned her undergraduate degree at Case Western University, majoring in nutrition, before completing dental school at The Ohio State University. She truly enjoys working with children and focuses most of her dental practice on them. Her calm, patient, and gentle attitude is appealing to children as well as adults.

Dr. Patel and her husband, Shayer, reside in Dublin, OH. Shayer is also a dentist practicing in NEWARK, OH. She enjoys cooking, arts and crafts, traveling, and volleyball.

Dr. Arassa F. Joseph received her Bachelor of Biological Sciences, Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies and Associate in Science in Dental Assisting degrees from Florida International University in Miami, FL and her Doctorate in Dental Surgery degree from the University of Detroit Mercy in Detroit, MI. She has received her comprehensive Botulinum Toxin and Dermal Filler Certificate and her Business Fundamentals Graduate Certificate.

Dr. Joseph enjoys dentistry because she feels it allows her to educate, treat and build rapport with patients. She also enjoys the ability to work with her hands and promote a healthier environment for patients, through dental care and education. Her favorite part of dentistry is restorative, orthodontics and public health. 

In her free time, Dr. Joseph enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, long walks, traveling, practicing yoga, cooking while discovering new recipes and creating digital content. She also speaks Creole and French!

Dr. Michael Palma, D.M.D. earned degrees from West Virginia University and Fairleigh Dickinson University.

Dr. Palma specializes in craniofacial pain, along with craniofacial orthodontics and surgical orthodontics. He greatly enjoys his profession, as he admires seeing positive changes in patients’ self-confidence and attitude, in addition to psychological benefits. “I treat all my patients as if they are my family and provide best in class craniofacial orthodontics. I like to help anyone in need. I believe in service above self."  His father was an oral maxillofacial surgeon and a craniofacial orthodontist, which makes Dr. Palma a second generation orthodontist in the family.  His daughter is following in their footsteps as well! Due to this passion, he is part of multiple peer-to-peer review committees in all 50 states and internationally.

In his free time, Dr. Palma enjoys spending time with his family, 4 children and traveling.  Another fun fact is that he is also a SAG (Screen Actors Guild) actor and can be seen in numerous films, commercials, and print! Dr. Palma also speaks some Spanish.

Dr. Nick Xie, "Dr. Nick," was born in China and grew up in Huntington, WV. He completed his Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology with a perfect GPA from West Virginia University. He was a member of the Phi Beta Kappa Honors Society. He then went on and received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the West Virginia University School of Dentistry. Dr. Nick joined Stonecreek Dental Care after graduating top five in his class. He is a member of the American Dental Association. Dr. Nick strives to make a positive experience for his patients and help them to achieve the perfect smile.

In his free time, Dr. Nick enjoys cooking, playing piano, and spending time with his wife and two cats. Dr. Nick also speaks Chinese.