Winners are chosen based on surveys given to dentists throughout the Richmond, VA area. Were honored and humbled to have been nominated and selected by our peers. Richmond continues to be a remarkable place for our practice and we look forward to many more years of endodontic service here!

We use modern techniques and anesthesia practices to ensure a comfortable experience for every patient. We take care to specifically outline the root canal process for our patients so they know what to expect and we always follow through on our commitments.

Our dedication to superb service starts with Dr. Jesse Harris and his extensive experience. Before opening East Coast Endodontics, he received his Doctors in Dentistry and a Certificate in Endodontics from Virginia Commonwealth University and completed his residency in the Air Force. He has since been practicing endodontics at East Coast Endodontics exclusively since 2009.

Were happy to work with every patient in the Richmond, VA area looking for an endodontic specialist, and were truly grateful for all the patients weve had the opportunity to serve over the last threeyears!

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Dr. Jesse Harrisreceived a Bachelor of Science in Biology fromVirginia Techin 2000 followed by a Doctor of Dental Surgery fromVirginia Commonwealth Universityin 2005. In 2012, hereceived his Master of Science in Dentistry and a Certificate in Endodontics at Virginia Commonwealth University while serving as Chief Resident.

After graduation, Dr. Harris entered the United States Air Force, completing a one-year residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry at Wright Patterson Medical Center in Dayton, OH. While on active duty, Dr. Harris served as the Officer in Charge of Medical Operations Squadron Dental Flight, 354th Medical Group, Fighter Wing, Eielson AFB, Alaska. Following his honorable discharge in 2009, Dr. Jesse Harris practiced general dentistry for one year in Fairbanks, AK. Shortly after receiving his Masters Degree, he opened East Coast Endodontics, a private practice limited to endodontics. In addition to his work at East Coast Endodontics, Dr. Harris holds a part-time position as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Endodontics at Virginia Commonwealth University.

Dr. Harris is dedicated to helping others and enriching local communities near Richmond, Virginia and around the world. He completed a philanthropic trip to Falmouth, Jamaica in 2005 as a dental student providing care to hundreds of local Jamaican adults and children. In 2008, he participated in a Joint Forces Humanitarian Mission to the Alaskan villages of Kotzebue and Point Hope in 2009, where he provided expert dental care for two weeks. Dr. Harris is a booster to the local school system and participates in a number of non-profit organizations.

Dr. Richard Sedwick earned a Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Sciences atBrigham Young Universitybefore returning to his home state. Dr. Sedwick completed his dental training atVirginia Commonwealth University, where he received a Doctors of Dental Surgery and certificate in Endodontics in 2011. Dr. Sedwick chose to return to VCU and complete his residency in Advanced Education in Endodontics and received his Masters of Science in Dentistry in 2018. He also served as the chief resident during his second year.

While practicing as a general dentist for 5 years in both Richmond and Staunton, Virginia, Dr. Sedwick developed a passion for endodontics. He found helping patients eliminate pain while saving their teeth incredibly rewarding. After receiving his masters, Dr. Sedwick joined the East Coast Endodontics team in July of 2018.

Recently, Dr. Sedwick returned from Guatemala, where he perfected his apical surgery techniques. Dr. Sedwick has also participated in Missions of Mercy projects in southwestern Virginia, providing endodontic services to those who would otherwise not be able to save their natural dentition.

Dr. Sedwick is excited to continue calling the Richmond area home. When not treating patients, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Heather, and their four beautiful children. They enjoy hiking, swimming, and going to the movies; and, if Dr. Sedwick has some alone time, he enjoys reading a good book.

Dr. Adam Sarnowski earned his Bachelor of Science in 2002 and Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry in 2006 from the University of Florida. After dental school, he completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry at the Audie L Murphy Veterans Affairs hospital in San Antonio, Texas. In 2017, he returned to school for post-graduate training in endodontics at the Virginia Commonwealth University, serving as Chief Resident during his second year. He earned his Masters of Science in Dentistry in 2019.

After completing his advanced education in general dentistry, Dr. Sarnowski then worked for nine years as a staff dentist at the Washington, DC VA Medical Center. After completing his Masters degree, Dr. Sarnowski joined the East Coast Endodontics team in August of 2019.

Dr. Sarnowski, his wife and two children are pleased to settle here and call Richmond home. In his spare time, Adam enjoys exploring Richmond with his family. He also enjoys cheering on his beloved Florida Gators and rooting for the Washington Nationals