Meet Our Team

The team at Advanced Dental Arts is united in our mission to provide our neighbors across Middle Georgia with comfortable, compassionate, judgement-free dental care.

From taking the time to get to know our patients—not just their teeth—to helping people find solutions that work for both their lifestyle and their budget, we’re 100% committed to providing you with the care you need to stay healthy, active, and smiling for years to come.

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Dr. Samer Othman

Dr. Samer Othman grew up right here in Macon, Georgia. As a teenager, he played football, ran track, and took to the stage in both theater and concert band at Stratford Academy. It was there, too, that he found his life’s calling:

“At Stratford, we were required to do a mentorship with a local business, and before then, I didn’t know what field I wanted to go into. I chose to do a mentorship with my childhood dentist, and from then on, I knew dentistry was exactly what I wanted to do.”

Our Dr. Othman was not the first in his family to dedicate his life to healing. His father, Dr. Mufid Othman, practiced internal medicine and nephrology in Macon for more than 35 years and earned a reputation as a compassionate, generous physician who freely gave of his time and resources.

Dr. Othman follows in his father’s footsteps, providing dental care at his Advanced Dental Arts practice and at several free and reduced-cost clinics for the less fortunate.

When he’s out of the office, Dr. Othman enjoys hiking, kayaking, spending time at the gym, and boxing. He’s a huge football fan, pulling for his favorite teams: Mercer University, the University of Georgia, and the Atlanta Falcons.

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Dr. Howard “Doug” Booth

General and cosmetic dentist Dr. Howard “Doug” Booth graduated from Emory Dental School in 1977. He served four years as a general dentist in the U.S. Army and moved to Atlanta in 1982 to begin private practice. He relocated his practice to Macon in 1983.

Dr. Booth has extensive training in the most advanced dental treatment services available in all facets of dentistry, including cosmetic dentistry, implant restoration and reconstructive procedures. He has expanded his clinical practice to include oral appliance management of mild to moderate sleep apnea and the use of Botox® and dermal fillers for facial esthetics and pain relief from TMD (jaw joint) disorders.

Through his active memberships in the American Dental Association, Georgia Dental Association, Georgia Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, American Academy of Facial Esthetics and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr. Booth maintains an active continuing education calendar and stays involved in the advancement of the dental profession.

Dr. Booth and his best friend and wife, Maya have two adult children and 4 grandchildren. Dr. Booth is an active triathlete and participates in local and national competitions; he also enjoys boating and spending time at the ocean. He is also a talented musician, singing and playing the harmonica. His band, RADAR, was formed in the 60’s and continues to host “revival” shows throughout Georgia.

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    April Shiver

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    April Shiver

    April Shiver was born in Indiana and, in 1985, relocated from Michigan to Georgia, where she attended First Presbyterian Day School, Mercer University, and Gordon College.  Her greatest accomplishments are her two children, Savannah and Garrett, both of whom have married extraordinary individuals and are growing their families. April adores spending time with her family, friends, and grandchildren, and loves putting together puzzles, playing dominoes, and taking the occasional casino trip. She is working for your smile.

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    Jakodi Barnes

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    Jakodi Barnes

    JaKodi Barnes is an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant with a passion for helping patients feel confident in their smiles. Born and raised in Macon, Georgia, JaKodi began her dental career in 2014 and quickly developed a love for the field. She joined the Advanced Dental Arts team in July 2021 and has been a great asset for our practice and patients. Outside of work, JaKodi enjoys spending time with her son, friends, and family.
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    Jessica Lovick

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    Jessica Lovick

    Jessica was raised in Gray, GA and graduated from Jones County High School. She has been passionate about dental hygiene since graduating from Central Georgia Technical College in 2006, where she earned honors and the Preventative Health Award. She later earned her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene from Georgia Highlands College. She loves her patients and providing quality dental care. Jessica joined Advanced Dental Arts in 2021, and outside of work, enjoys spending time with her husband and family, shopping, thrifting, and going to the beach.

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    Katie Sadler

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    Katie Sadler

    Office Manager

    Katie was raised in Macon, Georgia where she graduated from Windsor Academy. She first started as a receptionist in 2016 and throughout the years has gained such passion for helping others. She has been a part of the Advanced Dental Arts team since 2018. Katie enjoys shopping, crafting, and planning and decorating events. She also loves vacationing with family.

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    Lenia Hill

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    Lenia Hill

    Dental Hygienist

    Lenia was raised in Jackson, Georgia where she graduated from Jackson High School. She went on to attend Middle Georgia State College where she graduated with a degree in dental hygiene in 2001. She has been part of the Advanced Dental Arts team since 2018. Lenia is a 2002 Hinman Scholar and a recipient of the Proctor & Gamble Dental Hygienist award. She enjoys reading in her spare time, doing things outdoors, and spending time with family.

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    Savannah Housman

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    Savannah Housman

    Dental Hygienist

    Savannah was born and raised in Macon and graduated from Howard High School. She went on to attend Central Georgia Technical College in Macon where she received her degree in dental hygiene in 2018. During her time there, she was nominated by her fellow classmates to receive the Dr. Leech Teamwork Award recognizing her drive to work together with her colleagues. She also received the Colgate S.T.A.R. Award for achievement and patient care. Savannah maintained an overall 3.5 GPA throughout her college career and was awarded with a certificate along with graduating with honors. Savannah enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time with her family.

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    Shelby Peacock

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    Shelby Peacock

    Lead Dental Assistant

    Shelby was raised in Gray and is a graduate of Jones County High School. She began her dental assisting career in 2011 and has been working alongside Dr. Othman since 2016!

    Shelby is passionate about creating a calm, welcoming environment where patients feel safe, valued, and at ease. She takes pride in delivering attentive, high-quality care and ensuring every patient has a comfortable experience.

    Outside of the office, Shelby enjoys time with her husband, Kyle, and their two children, who are the center of her world. She loves creating meaningful memories with her family! She enjoys traveling and being on the beach with a good book!

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Our team is always here to make you feel welcome.

Call (478) 207-6939 or complete our form today.

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