Dr. Kulesa grew up in Northeastern Ohio, but she has called Columbus home since 2005. She received her Bachelors degree from Xavier University, and went on to the Case School of Dental Medicine, where she graduated in the top of her class. She was inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the Nation Honor Society for Dentistry, an organization that represents the highest achievements in dental scholarship, professionalism and ethics. Dr. Kulesa has also recently earned her Masters in Business Administration from Ashland University.
Dr. Kulesa has built Northstar Family Dental around the philosophy that oral health can be maintained in a comfortable, relaxing, and even enjoyable environment. She has devoted her professional career to all aspects of general and cosmetic dentistry,and enjoys treating patients of all ages. Dr. Kulesa is certified by the Ohio State Dental Board to perform both Oral and IV sedation and has a passion for helping patients who experience severe dental anxiety.
Northstar Family Dental has grown tremendously since opening in 2010. To keep up with the demand, she has assembled an elite group of doctors to provide expectational care to the growing practice. Although her first love will always be treating patients, Dr. Kulesa spends much of her time focused on the vision of the company and mentoring her team.
Community involvement is a fundamental part of the Northstar Family Dentals core values. Both offices are active participants in a number of local organizations and charities. Dr. Kulesa has been recognized by Sunny95s Outstanding Women in Columbus and as a Hometown Hero for her role as a female entrepreneur advocate and her charitable work in the community. She has also been honored by Smart Business Magazine as a top executive of one of the smartest 50 companies in the region based on her ability to effectively build and lead a savvy organization. Dr. Kulesa was selected by the Ohio Dental Associations Executive Committee as the 2021 recipient of the Marvin Fisk Humanitarian Award, which is given to dentists who have provided oral health care to those in need by donating their time, skills, and personal resources.
Outside of the office, Dr. K, as she is know to her patients and team, enjoys playing tennis and traveling. She spends her free time with her husband, Steve, their two daughters, Sophia and Stella, and their adorable pugs Frankie, Rosie, Bruno and Daisy.
We promise that with every encounter with our office you will be treated warmly and respectfully. We promise to spare no effort to make you feel comfortable and provide the best dental visits youve ever experienced.
In some offices, the patient is more of a spectator rather than an active participant in treatment decisions. Our team believes that your involvement and education is paramount. We will spend the time you need to explain all of your options in depth and involve you in the decision-making process. When youknow what we are doing and why we are doing it, you can make better decisions resulting in the best outcome.
In the effort to offer the most relaxing experience possible, we offer a Comfort Menu which includes, but is not limited to; TVs in every room withHULUandNetflix, cozy blankets, neck pillows, essential oil infused warm towels, noise-canceling headphones, complimentary paraffin hand dips, beverage bar,wifiand much more.
Do you feel anxious about even a routine cleaning? Have you put off necessary treatments due to fear and anxiety? We understand. And were here to help. As part of our commitment to providing the most comfortable environment and best care options for you, were one of the very few dentalpracticeswho offer IV sedation within the convenience and comfort of our own office.
IV sedation provides a higher level of sedation than nitrous oxide and offers more predictable results than oral medication, all while maintaining your consciousnessallowing you to completely relax and still interact as necessary.
AtNorthstarFamily Dental, we have an always learning philosophy. As such, our entire team is committed to surpassing the required amount of continuing education each year to ensure were providing youwith the most up-to-date and progressive treatment options and most knowledgeable clinical team.
We believe in giving back. Each year we donate a large portion of our proceeds and our time to charitable organizations, local schools, community groups, and our own charitable events like Dentistry from the Heart and food and toy drives. Dr.Kulesahas been recognized as one of Columbus20 Outstanding Women, as a Sunny 95Hometown Heroand with aSMART Businessaward for her outstanding contributions in the community.