Meet Our Team

Hans Guter, DDSDr. Guter graduated in 1989 from Ohio State University and went on to complete an Advanced General Dentistry residency. He continually refines his expertise in dentistry having enrolled in courses for 9 years at the prestigious Pankey Institute along with taking close to 100 hours of continuing education every year. He is the continuing education chairman for the Ohio Academy of General Dentistry and is involved in presenting two courses per year for their Mastership program.

He is an active member in the dental field and belongs to the American Dental Association, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Rehwinkle Dental Society, American Orthdontic Society, Ohio Dental Association, and Academcy of General Denistry. He serves as a distinguished leader in various dental organizations. He has also received honorary fellowships in dental associations and is dedicated to maintaining the highest dental standards.  Dr. Guter and his wife, Kathy, have three children: Brent, Austin, and Madison, as well as a daughter-in-law, Andrea. When he is not pursuing dentistry, Dr. Guter enjoys crossword puzzles, motorcycles, and golfing. Dr. Guter has practiced general dentistry in Circleville since 1990. He focuses on TMJ treatment and cosmetic and reconstructive dentistry. He uses cutting-edge equipment so he can offer his patients superior dental services. Visit our office and meet with Dr. Guter to experience excellent dental care.

El doctor es fluent en español.
Kathy Guter, RDHKathy earned her associate’s degree in applied science at ShawneeStateUniversityin 1991. She is married to Dr. Guter, and they have three children: Brent, Austin, and Madison as well as a daughter-in-law, Andrea. Kathy has been a part of the practice since 1991, working as a hygienist and helping at the front desk. Kathy loves being with her family and friends, riding motorcycles, and traveling to warm, sunny locations.
Carrie Lightle, RDHCarrie graduated with an associate’s degree in Applied Science from Shawnee State Universityin 2002 and has worked for Dr. Guter since 2004. She is passionate about dentistry and is involved in the Circleville Head Start program, in which she visits schools to teach children about oral health. She enjoys her role as a wife and mother.  Carrie and her husband, Seth, have a beautiful daughter, Ava.  Carrie also loves being an aunt.  She is a Buckeyes fan and she played DIV II basketball in college.
 
Lorraine Rhymer, CDALorraine obtained her Certified Dental Assistant in 2005. She appreciates the Circleville community and loves the Circleville Pumpkin Show. She enjoys spending time with friends, singing karaoke, swimming, trying new restaurants, and playing cards with her boyfriend, Chris, and his son, Cody.
Tracey Rittinger—Scheduling CoordinatorTracey has been a part of our practice since 2004. She is originally from Circleville and enjoys living in the community, along with her husband, Daryl. They like to spend time with their daughter, Jennifer, and her husband, Josh, and grandson, Bryan. Tracey also likes inviting friends and family over for pool get-togethers in the summer. She is a fan of shopping and gardening.
Jason Heminger—Certified Dental AssistantJason became certified as a dental assistant in 2010. He is married and has two beautiful daughters, Emma and Sophia. He played soccer and coached at Amanda Clearcreek high school. At college he ran track and won state in the four-by-four relay. He is also a hockey fan and an avid follower of OSU football.
Chris Sharp, EFDAChris received an expanded functions certification from Ohio State University in 1999 and has been a member of the dental field since 1989. With this education she is able to assistant the doctor in various capacities. She and her husband, Jamie, have a son, Braxton. She loves to spend time with her family and friends and enjoys shopping, being outdoors, and NASCAR.