Meet the Team

Our highly experienced, cross-trained technicians are never satisfied with less than perfection. Our unique team has a wide spectrum of qualifications. Several are graduates of the Columbus College of Art and Design (CCAD), which is one of the best art schools in the country. Their perspective brings an innovative touch to this unique field of dentistry. The team as a whole has a combined 72 + years of experience.

Our philosophy is to intimately know all the different stages of labor in making dental prosthesis. You have to know the next person's part of the puzzle to make sure you are doing your part right. This field is very labor intensive, but working as a team makes all the steps flow together seamlessly.

Technology is constantly changing and keeping up with all the changes is extremely important. Our staff stays current in the latest developments through continuing coursework and independent study. Now that CAD/CAM (computer assisted design) is part of our repertoire, our staff melds their artistic skills with their computer expertise.

Using only high quality products is also our key to success. We have always used the best and will continue to use only the best. We are now an authorized 3M Lava™ Design Center which is the most advanced dental restoration system available.

Lonni J. Thompson, CDT

President

Lonni J. Thompson is the President and owner of LT Technology Enterprises, Inc., the parent company of Image Gallery which she started in 1979. She is recognized throughout the state as a leader in her profession, and is frequently asked to make presentations and lectures about her expertise on the subject of cosmetic dentistry. For over two decades, she has been active in the Ohio Dental Laboratory Association, where she is currently a board member. She has additionally held each office (President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Trustee) in the association, and she served as the Ohio delegate to the national association for six years. As well, she has been a Chairperson of the membership committee for the National Association of Dental Laboratories for six years.

As a dental technologist, Lonni is recognized not only as a leader, but also as an educator. She has taught at The Ohio State University Dental School and at Columbus State Community College. She also served on the dental board at Columbus State. She is currently a sustaining member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and working on becoming accredited. After work hours she is involved with the Transitions group where she helps consult current dental students, the Sfumato Study Club and the Northeast Columbus Study Club, in which she is proud to have been the only dental technologist invited to join.

Lonni has always been interested in helping her community. In recent years she has been actively involved with the Women’s Opportunity Fund and served as President of the Central Ohio Planned Parenthood organization for two years. She has also served on many Columbus boards such as: The Memorial for Lost Children, Columbus Landmark Foundation, Citizens for a Better Skyline, Columbus State, The Columbus Museum of Art, the Contemporary American Theater Company and as well she has started several fund raisers for the German Village Society such as the Art Crawl and the Village Valuables. Outside of her community, she enjoys helping non-profit groups who focus on dental needs around the world including The Smile Train, Free to Smile Foundation and Give Back a Smile.

Whenever Lonni finds a moment to sit down and breathe she enjoys traveling, spending time with great friends, competing in International Ballroom Dancing, and giving her undivided attention to her ‘son’, Simone, her Siamese cat.

Chris

Lab Technician

A talented artist, Chris started his training at the Columbus College of Art and Design and holds a degree in Dental Laboratory Technology from Columbus State Community College. Chris has overseen the Model Department since 2001 and is our CAD/CAM (Lava) and metal framework expert. Chris also makes sure implants are designed properly to ensure the best results for porcelain. When he's not custom designing dental restorations, Chris likes to unwind on his motorcycles.

Justin

Lab Technician

Justin came to Image Gallery from the Columbus College of Art and Design (CCAD), where he earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Ceramics and Sculpture. He has put his critical eye and creative touch to good use in model work, waxing, metal finishing and, most recently, porcelain crowns. When he's not at the bench he loves to paint and spend time outdoors with his two Huskies, Ringo and Aya.

Stephanie

Lab Technician

Stephanie is a graduate of the Columbus College of Art and Design (CCAD). With her knowledge of mold making and casting, Stephanie is able to apply her skills in ceramics and sculpture to create handmade models and copings. As an artist, Stephanie is able to see and appreciate the beauty in each tooth. When away from the lab Stephanie spends time creating fiber art and her custom plush toys called Little Critters. She is a part of a local women's artist collective called CAW, and creates artwork for many gallery and craft shows.

Charron

Lab Technician

Charron recently moved to Columbus to join the Image Gallery team from North Carolina, where she attended Central Piedmont Community College in Charlotte. She has experience working in other major labs, and is currently learning new skills in the porcelain fused to metal department to further her education. As well, she is very familiar with model work, opaquing and is looking forward to learning more about our E.Max and Lava crowns. In her spare time she enjoys reading, paper cutting and cooking.

Lisa

Office Manager

Lisa is a graduate of The Ohio State University. Along with her attention to detail and organization skills, she has experience in a variety of jobs which have helped her to adapt to the office manager position and keep things running efficiently. She loves being the friendly voice on the phone and answering any questions you may have. In her free time she enjoys traveling, scuba diving, being a newlywed and playing with her three dogs, Tucker, Ellie and Maggie.