We are a family working together to improve and maintain the oral health of our patients. Dr. Gisela Fashing practices dentistry with her daughter, Dr. Maria Fashing, and her son-in-law, Dr. Richard McCoy.
Dr. Gisela Fashing graduated from Chatham College with a Biology degree and went on to earn a Ph.D. in Entomology from the University of Kansas. She taught several biology courses at Mary Washington University and the College of William and Mary before attending dental school. Dr. Gisela Fashing received her D.D.S. degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry. Dr. Fashing served as a Public Health Dentist for several years after graduation. She was promoted to Dental Director for the Peninsula Health District with five dental clinics under her direction. In 1991, Dr. Fashing opened her general dentistry practice in Williamsburg. Dr. Fashing has served as president and treasurer of the Peninsula Dental Society. She is also a member of the Virginia Dental Association, the American Dental Association, and the Pierre Fauchard Academy. Dr. Fashing was named one of the top ten dentists in Williamsburg by Virginia Living Magazine in 2010 and 2011. Dr. Gisela Fashing and her husband, Norman, have three children and three grandchildren. In her free time, Dr. Gisela Fashing enjoys painting and traveling.
Dr. Maria Fashing was born and raised in Williamsburg. She attended York County Schools and graduated from Bruton High School. She received her B.A. degree from the College of William and Mary, with a major in Anthropology and a minor in Music. She then attended Florida State University, where she received a M.S. in Anthropology. Her Master's thesis focused on archaeological evidence of periodontal disease. She received her D.D.S. degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry. Dr. Fashing is certified in the use of hard and soft tissue lasers by the Academy of Laser Dentistry. She is a member of the Virginia Dental Association and the American Dental Association. Dr. Maria Fashing and her husband, Dr. Richard McCoy, enjoy hiking in the mountains and attending concerts together.
Dr. Richard McCoy grew up in Omaha, Nebraska and served as a linguist in the Navy from 2003-2006. He graduated from Florida State University with a B.S. degree in Biology and a minor in Chemistry. He also earned a separate B.A. degree in Social Sciences from FSU. Dr. McCoy received his D.D.S. degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry. Dr. McCoy is a member of the Virginia Dental Association and the American Dental Association.
Building a foundation of trust by treating our patients as special individuals is vital to our success. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with excellent, personalized care and service to make your visits as comfortable and pleasant as possible.
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 436 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestNina Croghan
2 years ago
Wonderful Doctors. Elaine is an amazing hygienist. I would highly recommend
Joseph Eader
2 years ago
As of 25FEB22: Horrible customer service. Called and had to reschedule twice. Both of my attempts at getting in for a routine cleaning and check up were interrupted by what I do as a profession/healthcare provider. The second time was a contact exposure to COVID. Longstory short, I called on 24FEB with an emerging urgent care need and was told I must first pay $100 in no-show fees. I informed the front desk that I had called and respectfully cancelled both previous times and she insisted that I no-showed. She said I must call 48 hours in advance otherwise I am charged with a $50 no show fee. She was extremely rude and personalizing the situation. I explained the nature of my cancelations and the fact that I cannot predict the future, especially given my profession, and the worker didn't care. I said, so, are the licensed DDS providers refusing to seeing me or stabilize my tooth/unethically abandoning me as their patient with an urgent need over $100 in questionable no-show fees that were not actual no-shows because I called and canceled? They are witholding emerging care for me over a questionable/debatable event? The worker then said she would talk to the Dentists and call me back in order to see if they will waive the no-show fee or not for my situation. It has been 2 days now, I remain in pain, it is still an urgent matter needing medically assessed by a dentist at the very least, and no one has called me back. If I do not get in soon and have my fees excused, I will be reaching out to the Virginia state board of dentistry and filing a complaint for abandonment/neglect. No call back. No sense of urgency in taking care of their patient. No follow up attempt. Straight abandonment. In essence, they are leveraging my oral pain and emerging urgent need to be seen to bully me into $100 no show fees (which they weren't even no shows) before taking care of my oral issue.....unethical and pretty certain the board would be highly interested in this situation. What's even more cold and rigid is all my wife and 4 kids also go there and we have a great record of getting to all of are appointments. 2 Years ago: We recently relocated to the area and opted to establish dental care at this practice for our family of 6. The front desk staff are very polite and kind. The technicians, hygienists, and dentists here were all very kind, personable, and professional. I have to give it 5 stars because they are very accomodating to families coming in all together and render excellent and professional work. Thank you FF &M!! We will see you in July for our follow-ups!!
Denisha Lane
2 years ago
Dr. Fashing has been my dentist since I was in elementary school. Now she takes care of my entire family. She and her staff are the best people that has stepped into Williamsburg.
claudia awar
2 years ago
Dr. McCoy saw me today for tooth pain and bleeding gum. Saw my xrays from previous dentist Dr. Paratsu of Dental Care of Lightfoot. She said I need $5000.00 worth of dental fillings, Invisialign and other stuff after seeing me only 8 months before for the 1st time. 1st. time she said my teeth looked great. Dr. McCoy said I had no problems with my teeth based on her xrays now a year later. He said my pain was from my sinuses. Very honest and didn't try to "upsell" me. The front desk is very nice and professional. Family practices are always better than Corporate ones. Will be going back for checkup.
Colette Rose
2 years ago
Today while being seen we had a horrible experience with Dr. Gisela Fashing. We have been going here for about 5 years now and my son has been seen here for 3 years. We have never been told he cannot be seen here and a pediatric dentist has never been recommended. My 5 year old son, who is diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Speech Impairment, has a very hard time at the dentist- which they know. It is in his file that he has Autism and I have reminded them multiple times. He had an appointment today for a cleaning. He was having a hard time as usual when Dr. Gisela Fashing stormed into the room and started yelling at my son, who did not understand what was going on and who was scared, and I in front of my 7 year old daughter and several staff members. She was being disrespectful. It was humiliating and horrifying. Dr. Maria Fashing tried to apologize for her mother's outburst, and told us she didn't want us to feel unwelcome. While I appreciate the sentiment it is hard to feel welcome after that sort of outburst. It was completely callous, unprofessional and disrespectful. I left in tears. No one should ever be treated this way. As a professional you need to hold yourself to a higher standard. It would have been easy to take me aside to have a private, calm, professional conversation with me if you felt you could no longer see my son. We have more knowledge about Autism Spectrum Disorder now than ever before- but there is still a staggering amount of people ignorant on this topic- including many people in the medical field. There is still so much progress that needs to be made. This whole event was a reminder of just that.
Rebecca Nixon
3 years ago
Taking 4 kids and myself to the dentist usually is like a bad balancing act in the circus, but Dr. Maria and Dr. McCoy are so very patient and accommodating it really takes the worry out of it. They actually take time to talk to you and explain anything you need to know. And believe me, with 4 kids, I have A LOT of questions. It is a small business so there aren't any fancy tv's on the walls in the exam rooms, but they are one of the only ones who still take our military dental insurance and are thorough and caring and will inconvenience themselves to help you out. Dr. Maria is very good with children and Dr. McCoy has done crown work and fillings on me and did a superb job.
Laura Shaske
3 years ago
Always professional and certainly a part of my family! I have been a long time patient and love the personable! Second to none. #happygums
Allison Frain
3 years ago
I called To schedule a cleaning for myself and my two children, they were able to see us all three the next day. Very kind. Clinic is very clean. Everyone was so nice and smiling
Greg Wills
3 years ago
Great friendly people!
Sooner boy (Goldfish8)
3 years ago
I was delighted with professional informative staff and Dr. Maria Fashing. They gave a detailed discription of my required dental work as well as what my insurance coverage. I will recommend them to everyone. Second visit cleaning was excellent. The fabulous Hygenist removed dark ends of broken off veneers. I was amazed. So professional and confident. Dr. Fashing explained how she shall fix Chipped veneers and build up a small front tooth. I am delighted.
Lowenbrau
3 years ago
What a wonderful experience. They were so very good at what they do it was amazing...very positive and polite too. I can't stop smiling!
Irma Conklin
3 years ago
We had a great experience at the office today. Mom and 3 kids cleaning routine was a success.
Payton York
3 years ago
The most welcoming, and friendly staff I've ever had at a dentists office! Found my new dentist!
Perrine Le Saux
3 years ago
Dr and hygienist listened to my concerns and were helpful. They provided time to discuss options and did not just rush me out the door. Hygienist was a bit rough, but I deserved it, lol.
Jerome Campbell
3 years ago
This was one of the best dentist I ever been too!!!from time you walk in till the dentist seeing you is awesome!!!Dr McCoy is the real deal trust me!!!!!
Dona
3 years ago
I don't like going to the dentist so I had not been for 12 years. A friend told me this was the place to go, like a good friend I made my appointment that day. I got their every one was friendly I chose to wait outside and it was not a problem. When it was my turn (on time) the assistant was a calming force for me she talk to help me relax and when the dentist came in she was super nice and understanding. She explained everything she was doing and after 2 hours and two fillings I felt better and I will be returning, my appointment is already made.
Eon Star
3 years ago
Everyone is very nice and courteous. The day of my appointment i got caught across the water i was in Hampton and i was going to be late for my 3:30 and the nice lady let me come in at 4:00 instead. I was really grateful for that.
claudia awar
3 years ago
Dr. McCoy saw me today for tooth pain and bleeding gum. Saw my xrays from previous dentist Dr. Paratsu of Dental Care of Lightfoot. She said I need $5000.00 worth of dental fillings, Invisialign and other stuff after seeing me only 8 months before for the 1st time. 1st. time she said my teeth looked great. Dr. McCoy said I had no problems with my teeth based on her xrays now a year later. He said my pain was from my sinuses. Very honest and didn't try to "upsell" me. The front desk is very nice and professional. Family practices are always better than Corporate ones. Will be going back for checkup.
Ray H
3 years ago
Very efficient and thorough.
Cynthia H
3 years ago
I had a great visit today as a new patient. The Doctor, assistant, Hyginest and front desk were great and very helpful.
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