Dr. John H. Knight, Jr. DDS Jay grew up here in Charlottesville, Va. In 1960 his Dad John H. Knight, DDS graduated from the Medical College of Virginia (MCV). At that time Jay was 2 years old. His Dad and Mom, June Knight moved back to Charlottesville at which time he opened his dental practice.
In 1977 Jay graduated from Albemarle High School in Charlottesville. This was the last year that all Albemarle County high school students were at the same high school. Dr. Knight attended Elon College in Burlington, North Carolina now called Elon University and graduated in 1982. After early careers in Hotel and Restaurant mangement and Real Estate Development. Dr. Knight attended The University of North Carolina School of Dentistry in Chapel Hill, NC graduating in 2001. After graduation Jay joined his Dads practice in Charlottesville subsequently purchasing the practice from him in March of 2004.
Dr. John Knight continued to work with Jay and the team there until his passing in May of 2012. In December of 2009 Dr. Knight opened Spring Creek Family Dentistry & Orthodontics located at Zion Crossroads, VA at the intersection of I-64 and VA route #15. The practice there serves the communities of Louisa, Fluvanna, Orange, Goochland and Albemarle Counties.
Dr. Nadeau joined our practice in June of 2014. He is a 2009 graduate of the University of Virginia where he received his BA in Biology. After graduating from UVA Dr. Nadeau entered the dental program at Virginia Commonwealth School of Dentistry (VCU) in Richmond Virginia graduating in 2013.
After graduation form VCU, Dr. Nadeau completed a general practice residency (GPR) program at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He completed his GPR training and this program in 2013 and joining our team of health care professionals. Dr. Nadeau has participated in numerous community service and volunteer activities including: Charlottesville Free Dental Clinic, Co-founder of Global Medical and Dental Brigades while at UVA, Special Olympics volunteer, Miles for Smiles volunteer and a provider in the Oklahoma Mission of Mercy program while at the VA in Oklahoma City.
Dr. Nadeau lives at Spring Creek located at Zion Crossroads. He is an avid golfer and is very passionate about UVA athletics. Dr. Nadeau works at both John H. Knight, Jr. DDS & Associates in Charlottesville as well as Spring Creek Family Dentistry & Orthodontics at Zion Crossroads.
Dr. Lana Qaqish grew up in Richmond, Virginia, and pursued her passion for dentistry at Virginia Commonwealth University, where she earned both her B.S. in Chemistry (2015) and Doctorate in Dental Surgery (2021). She received several scholarships in dental school and was selected among a small group of dental students for additional training in endodontics in her senior year. She was also a Senior Teaching Assistant, teaching second year dental students the clinical skills necessary to become competent dentists. She graduated with honors and was awarded the International Digital Dentistry Senior Student Award for her performance in the use of digital technologies.
Dr. Qaqishs practice philosophy is centered upon comprehensive, preventative care with an emphasis on building long-term relationships with her patients through compassion and empathy. She strives to make every patient feel as comfortable as possible from the first time they sit in the dental chair. She takes pride in being an active member in the community and has volunteered with the Virginia Medical Reserve Corps, several free clinics in the Commonwealth, and Give Kids a Smile Day. She is a member of the American Dental Association, the Virginia Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentists, and the American Association of Women Dentists.
In addition to speaking English, Dr. Qaqish is fluent in Arabic and can speak some Spanish. In her free time, Dr. Qaqish enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and her beloved shih tzu, Leo. She loves exploring new restaurants, traveling, watching stand up comedy, baking, and spending time outdoors.
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Rating 3.5 out of 5 based on 22 reviews
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a year ago
I went there from co worker referral but my experience was a nightmare . Since it was my first dental visit with my insurance I ask all question pertaining payment and I was promised a call to give me what I'm supposed to upfront and nobody I finally called and was given the amount to pay nothing was. mentioned about partial work or payment. So I was trying to ask question the so called dr accused me to be respectful. And use an curse word. It was really a big turn off for to do business with such unprofessional kind of approach.
David White
2 years ago
Wonderful dentistry practice. Always professional and polite. Never pushy to sell more products or procedures. Dr. Knight is very pleasant. No music this time. Disappoint. 5 out of seven stars for a perfect score. I will return.
Sibyl Hale
2 years ago
I highly recommend Dr. Knight and team. I broke a tooth and they got me in for a repair promptly. I might add I am terrified of dental work and felt no pain!!!
David White
3 years ago
Wonderful dentistry practice. Always professional and polite. Never pushy to sell more products or procedures. Dr. Knight is very pleasant. No music this time. Disappoint. 5 out of seven stars for a perfect score. I will return.
Sibyl Hale
3 years ago
I highly recommend Dr. Knight and team. I broke a tooth and they got me in for a repair promptly. I might add I am terrified of dental work and felt no pain!!!
Henry Rush III
3 years ago
I've been going to them for years and they always exceed there expectations. They are very polite and engage in conversation with you. So, you can be relaxed during the dental cleaning process.
stacy snow
3 years ago
I can't say enough positive things about from the first time I picked up the phone and talked to the ladies at the front desk to being treated by Dr. knight and his staff. I was in excruciating pain the day I spoke to them. I put a post on Facebook asking for recommendations for a good dentist that was great and would work with someone without insurance. Dr. Knight was recommended 8 out of 10. From the time I walked In there practice they explained their in house insurance that they offered. Being that I had to have a lot more work done they recommended that I go with delta dental for a better insurance for my needs. I had an emergency to get in during this pandemic and he was the one that got me in and did an amazing job. Not only did they throughly explain every thing he was going to have to do step by step they also took every precautionary measure with the Covid-19. His assistants were just as compassionate as he was. Not only did I like him for his gentle touch but also for his amazing sense of humor. If anyone is nervous about dentists I highly recommended giving Dr. Knight and his staff a chance. I would rate them 10 if there was such. I had some extensive work done and was very anxious the day of and they did nothing but make me comfortable and afterwards I should have been in pain but I was just a little uncomfortable to say the least. Thanks to your office for taking me in to take care of my dental needs!
Carolyn Casia
3 years ago
I would firmly recommend that you talk to the staff first before any procedure/service is done coz they'll send you a bill whatever the cost that your insurance doesn't cover. An issue like this should be discuss with any patient first!!! Ms.Lisa (one of the staff) told me that they can't keep up with every patient. The proper work flow should be you run the insurance first and see what other options are. It's a two way street!
Sara Mills
3 years ago
I can not say enough good things about this office! From the front staff, to the technicians to Dr. Knight himself. Having a very bad experience previously at another office, I had not been to the dentist in years. I went for a cleaning and dr. knight and the tehcnician were both WONDERFUL!! She was gentle, and very concious of my anxieties regarding the dentist. I had to go back and get a fill and dr. knight and his assistant were also VERY wonderful! Professional, courteous, and again, took light to my anxieties.
Henry Rush III
4 years ago
I've been going to them for years and they always exceed there expectations. They are very polite and engage in conversation with you. So, you can be relaxed during the dental cleaning process.
stacy snow
4 years ago
I can't say enough positive things about from the first time I picked up the phone and talked to the ladies at the front desk to being treated by Dr. knight and his staff. I was in excruciating pain the day I spoke to them. I put a post on Facebook asking for recommendations for a good dentist that was great and would work with someone without insurance. Dr. Knight was recommended 8 out of 10. From the time I walked In there practice they explained their in house insurance that they offered. Being that I had to have a lot more work done they recommended that I go with delta dental for a better insurance for my needs. I had an emergency to get in during this pandemic and he was the one that got me in and did an amazing job. Not only did they throughly explain every thing he was going to have to do step by step they also took every precautionary measure with the Covid-19. His assistants were just as compassionate as he was. Not only did I like him for his gentle touch but also for his amazing sense of humor. If anyone is nervous about dentists I highly recommended giving Dr. Knight and his staff a chance. I would rate them 10 if there was such. I had some extensive work done and was very anxious the day of and they did nothing but make me comfortable and afterwards I should have been in pain but I was just a little uncomfortable to say the least. Thanks to your office for taking me in to take care of my dental needs!
Carolyn Casia
4 years ago
I would firmly recommend that you talk to the staff first before any procedure/service is done coz they'll send you a bill whatever the cost that your insurance doesn't cover. An issue like this should be discuss with any patient first!!! Ms.Lisa (one of the staff) told me that they can't keep up with every patient. The proper work flow should be you run the insurance first and see what other options are. It's a two way street!
Sara Mills
4 years ago
I can not say enough good things about this office! From the front staff, to the technicians to Dr. Knight himself. Having a very bad experience previously at another office, I had not been to the dentist in years. I went for a cleaning and dr. knight and the tehcnician were both WONDERFUL!! She was gentle, and very concious of my anxieties regarding the dentist. I had to go back and get a fill and dr. knight and his assistant were also VERY wonderful! Professional, courteous, and again, took light to my anxieties.
Beth Towe Heck
4 years ago
I have been going to Jay Knight for decades and feel 100% well taken care of! His staff is sweet and gentle and he is down to earth and a straight forward communicator. Five stars for the whole practice!
Chevy harvey
4 years ago
Yeah this is an awesome place. just one ignorant opinionated dentist won't ruin my most comfortable experience right? Smh I'm in disbelief
Ray Masters
4 years ago
worst experience and nightmare you could imagine! Root canals not done properly and needed to redone by an endodontist. 3 crowns led to 3 extractions and tooth implants.
Yoda Irvin
4 years ago
Excellant care from the time you enter the practice door to the end of your visit. And if needed after hours. Professional staff. And they care about your overall health. Schedule with a smile.
Sandra Shifflett
4 years ago
Unless you want mediocre dentistry at an outrageous price don't go to John Knight! After he destroyed my smile he abandon me. It's all about the money there. Dr. Bellavance at the Spring Creek office was super!
Beth Towe Heck
4 years ago
I have been going to Jay Knight for decades and feel 100% well taken care of! His staff is sweet and gentle and he is down to earth and a straight forward communicator. Five stars for the whole practice!
Chevy harvey
4 years ago
Yeah this is an awesome place. just one ignorant opinionated dentist won't ruin my most comfortable experience right? Smh I'm in disbelief
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