At Childrens Dentistry of Charlottesville, we believe all people, no matter their age or background, should be treated with kindness, dignity, and respect. Were not just worried about your childs teeth; were worried about their well-being. We recognize the human body is complex and interconnected, so were not solely focused on your childs teeth and mouth, but their overall health as a person.
Whether youve been referred to us through another dentist, youre looking for a new dental office for your child, or youve never been to the dentist before, we hope youll consider us for your dental home.
I cant say enough about how great they are with my son . He was so nervous but that went away quickly when Dr.Dihn explained everything she was going to do and made sure he didnt have any questions . The assistant Arianna put on a movie and talked to him to keep him distracted and calm. He walked out smiling and happy and I couldnt ask for a better experience at the dentist . Thank you guys for taking such good care of him!
Dr. Brad Green grew up in Southeast Missouri and earned his BA in Psychology from Webster University in St. Louis. He earned his DDS from the University of Missouri Kansas City in 2012. Afterwards, he completed his residency in Dental Anesthesiology at Jacobi Medical Center in New York City in 2014.
In addition to working in the main hospital operating rooms, a significant portion of this training was devoted solely to treating special needs patients through The Special Care Dentistry Unit at Albert Einstein College of Medicines Childrens Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center. Dr. Green then joined a private practice in Denver, CO, providing anesthesia services for dentists throughout the state prior to moving to Charlottesville in 2017.
Eric Johnston grew up just outside Chattanooga, Tennessee. After receiving his undergraduate degree in Biology from Southern Adventist University, he attended Loma Linda University School of Dentistry in Southern California. Dr. Johnston has a passion for dentistry and serving others, embarking on several mission trips while attending dental school that gave him the opportunity to help children of all ages with their dental needs.
After spending the past several years in California while attending Loma Linda University, Dr. Johnston is excited to be back in the Southeast. In addition to being thrilled to join the Childrens Dentistry of Charlottesville team, he also loves the history and natural beauty of the Charlottesville area. Outside of dentistry, Dr. Johnston enjoys meeting new people, backpacking, hiking, biking, and attending live music events.
Dr. Jessica Moore was born and raised in Richmond, Virginia. She obtained a Bachelor of Science degree (BS) in Health Sciences from James Madison University. She then attended dental school and graduated with her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the University of Maryland. She joined the team at Childrens Dentistry of Charlottesville after relocating from Maryland in 2013. She has acted as an instrumental volunteer with the Mission of Mercy dental projects in Virginia and Maryland and also founded an organization to help run future Mission of Mercy clinics in Maryland.
Additionally, she has actively volunteered with Give Kids a Smile, National Childrens Dental Health Month, and the Charlottesville Free Clinic. Dr. Moore is a member of the American Dental Association, the Virginia Dental Association, the Charlottesville Albemarle Dental Society, and the Academy of General Dentistry. She and her husband enjoy country life with their two children and golden retriever.
Jose Urresti, DDS was born and raised in Peru. After graduating from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia in 2001, he worked as a General Dentist in several practices in Peru performing all aspects of dentistry for a wide range of patients. After moving to the United States in 2007, Dr. Urresti completed a two-year Advanced Education Program in General Dentistry and a one year Fellowship certificate at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine.
Dr. Urresti then accepted a faculty position at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine as a Clinical Assistant Professor. Dr. Urresti also worked as the On-Site Dental Director at Community Health Center Inc. in Middletown, Connecticut, where he provided dental care for adults and pediatric patients.
Dr. John Will grew up in Tennessee and attended Southern Adventist University before attending dental school. A graduate of Loma Linda University Dental School and a resident in the Loma Linda Dental Anesthesiology Program, Dr. Will received extensive education in pharmacology, physiology, internal medicine, and general anesthesia.
Dr. Will has helped publish an article in Dental Clinics of North America and is a member of the Special Care Dentistry Association and the American Society of Dentist Anesthesiologists. Hes also a Diplomate of the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology.
Dr. Anna Dinh was born and raised in Vietnam before moving permanently to Charlottesville, Virginia in 1997. Dr. Dinh graduated from James Madison University with a Masters in Biology. She then completed her dental education at Roseman University in Utah and was awarded her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. While in Utah, Dr. Dinh picked up snowboarding, camping, and hiking hobbies and is looking forward to exploring Virginia all over again.
Were focused on your childs general health and well being before anything else. In addition to our dental services, we take special care to make sure our patients are comfortable and set up for oral health success for the rest of their lives. We want them to want to have a healthy mouth, both now and in the future.
I absolutely love this place! The staff is outstanding with my children, always goes Above and Beyond to make sure that theyre happy and comfortable. Weve never left there without Smiles on all of our faces! Couldnt ask for a better Dental/Orthodontic office! Highly recommend them.
Our Charlottesville dentists office is specifically designed to provide a friendly environment tailored to the needs of children of all ages. Were located in the heart of Charlottesville on 1470 Pantops Mountain Place in Suite #1.
Our team of three general dentists, one pediatric dentist, and one dentist anesthesiologist, is passionate about the dental health of children. We are dedicated to providing quality care to our patients and compassionate empathy to their families. We invite you to get to know our doctors:
Dr. Brad Green grew up in Southeast Missouri and earned his BA in Psychology from Webster University in St. Louis. While in school, he worked for a non-profit agency that assisted families living with Autism. Through his work with this community, Dr. Green gained an appreciation of the difficulties encountered by special needs individuals in many aspects of their daily lives including visits to the dentist. This unique experience led to his interest in dental anesthesia.
Dr. Green went on to earn his DDS from the University of Missouri Kansas City in 2012. He then completed his residency in Dental Anesthesiology at Jacobi Medical Center in New York City in 2014.In addition to working in the main hospital operating rooms, a significant portion of this training was devoted solely to treating special needs patients through The Special Care Dentistry Unit at Albert Einstein College of Medicines Childrens Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center. Dr. Green then joined a private practice in Denver, Colorado and provided anesthesia services for dentists throughout the state prior to moving to Charlottesville in 2017.
Jose Urresti, DDS was born and raised in Peru. He graduated from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia in 2001. He worked as a General Dentist in several practices in Peru performing all aspects of dentistry for a wide variety of patients until 2007. After moving to the United States in 2007, Dr. Urresti completed a two year Advanced Education Program in General Dentistry and a one year Fellowship certificate at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine. During those programs he was trained in cutting-edge technology and evidence-based dentistry with a solid foundation in knowledge and skills.
Dr. Urresti then accepted a faculty position at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine as a Clinical Assistant Professor. Dr. Urresti also worked as the On-Site Dental Director at Community Health Center Inc. in Middletown, Connecticut, where he provided dental care for adults and pediatric patients. Dr. Urresti moved to Charlottesville, Virginia to join Childrens Dentistry of Charlottesville in July 2014. During his free time Dr. Urresti enjoys spending time with his wife and son doing outdoor activities. He also enjoys playing tennis and golf.
Dr. John Will comes from Tennessee and attended Southern Adventist University prior to dental school. He completed three years of undergraduate education prior to receiving early acceptance to Loma Linda University Dental School. His doctorate of dental surgery (DDS) was awarded in 2008 and Dr. Will was recognized as an outstanding student at Loma Linda University and was honored to receive the Anderson Award. Dr. Will extended his stay at Loma Linda University by enrolling in the dental anesthesiology residency program. During his two years of training, he received extensive education in pharmacology, physiology, internal medicine, general anesthesia and conscious sedation.
Dr. Will helped publish an article in the July 2010 issue of Dental Clinics of North America. He is a member of the Special Care Dentistry Association, American Society of Dentist Anesthesiologists, and a Diplomate of the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology.When not at work, Dr. Will enjoys traveling, exercising, being outdoors, enjoying the amazing restaurants, wineries and breweries of Charlottesville, and watching or reading about basketball. He and his wife live in the Belmont neighborhood of Charlottesville with their three boys, Benjamin, Adrian, and Gideon.
At Childrens Dentistry of Charlottesville, we believe that all children deserve the best dental care possible. From top to bottom, our entire staff is dedicated to ensuring that children with special needs get the dental care they need.
Our dentists are compassionate and respectful of your childs needs and sensitivities. We make use of the latest advancements in special needs dentistry to make your childs visit relaxing and comfortable.
When it comes to dentistry, every child has their own unique needs. When working with special needs patients, we may recommend the use of laughing gas (nitrous oxide), conscious sedation, or general anesthesia. These techniques make it possible for your child to safely receive the treatment he or she needs without unnecessary stress.
We treat every child as the unique individual that they are. Well take his or her physical coordination, emotional state, ability to follow a dentists instructions, and your feelings as a parent or guardian into account before we make a recommendation for sedation dentistry. And well continue to evaluate your childs needs as he or she grows up. Some children who require general anesthesia at a young age will need less sedation (or none at all) in the future.