Dr. Cavallo received his dental degree (DDS) from West Virginia University in 1980. Upon graduation, he entered the USAF as a commissioned officer in the Dental Corp. During his 5 years on active duty, he had the opportunity to complete a 2 year clinical rotation in fixed prosthetics. In 1985, he left active duty and opened his office in Lake Ridge, VA.

So that he can provide superior dental care, Dr. Cavallo is passionate about advanced education. He is an alumnus of the prestigious L.D.Pankey Institute and world-renowned Dawson Center for Advanced Education. There are only 42 Pankey educated dentists and 19 Dawson dentists in the state of Virginia. The philosophy taught by these institutions is that the entire oral musculatory system must function properly to have successful dental treatment outcomes. Many dentists will treat teeth without considering if your teeth are coming together properly. Analysis of how your jaw and joints function is not typically examined prior to developing treatment plans. This approach most often leads to failed dental treatment.

His pursuit of education remains constant. Over the past years, he has earned his Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry in 2006 and his Mastership in 2017. Fellows and Masters of the Academy of General Dentistry follow a lifelong pursuit of continuing education to provide the highest quality of dental care to patients. These awards represent Dr. Cavallo having spent over 1700 hours of education involving 16 disciplines in dentistry. You are assured the finest quality of dentistry and care.

Dr. Cavallo has placed and restored implants for over 20 years. He was one of few dentists included in the DENTSPLY International Implant Conference in 2013 and continues to keep up to date on innovative techniques. Currently, Dr. Cavallo is participating in a 9-month course with the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. This course includes 300 hours of lectures, laboratory, live surgical, and clinical experiences placing implants.

While professionally committed to his education, he is equally committed to giving back to his community and abroad. As a member of the Medical Missionaries team, he spends a couple of weeks annually serving the needs of the Haitian community of Banica, Haiti. He has developed and established a hygiene program for the children of Banica in an effort to educate the youth and their families about dental hygiene. During his time in Banica, crowds wait outside the clinic for the rare opportunity to have abscessed teeth extracted and infections managed due to lack of education and neglect.

Baneza grew up in Panama Republic and attended Pedro Pablo Sanchez Science School graduating with distinction and honors with a Bachelor of Science degree. She also attended Panama University Dental School graduating Magna Cum Laude with a degree in Dental Assisting in 1999. In 2004, Baneza came to the United States to study English as a second language and further enriched her dental education. She brings to our office 16 years of wonderful practical experience and a second language spoken by many. Baneza greats each patient exuding warmth that makes all fears evaporate. I love my job and my goal is to efficiently assist the dentist and make our patients feel comfortable. I like to see them leave with a big smile!

In her spare time she loves to spend quality time with her husband and her two children. She is often snapping pictures as a hobby and has fun wherever she is, as long as she is with her family. I feel so blessed to be a US citizen and serve my community and my country!

Andrea Washington is a North Carolina native and a graduate of the Guilford County Community College Dental Hygiene program in Jamestown, North Carolina. She is a United States Army veteran and has been in the dental field for over 15 years. Andrea relocated often as a military spouse and thoroughly enjoyed providing preventive dentistry care to Soldiers and military families. Andrea believes in providing excellent dental hygiene care. She is frequently lauded for her ability to make patients comfortable and providing a pleasant dental experience. In her free time, Andrea enjoys reading and spending time with her family.

Kimberly welcomes all our patients initially either on the phone or in person. She exudes warmth and professionalism simultaneously and is extremely efficient in all aspects of patient relations. We are so grateful she joined our office and brought with her a tremendous background in the dental profession. When she is not working, she is a busy mother of young twin girls and a very proud mother of her older son who is serving in the United States Air Force.

To create a profound atmosphere of trust and understanding seldom experienced in other offices, we start with a warm welcome, time devoted to hearing about your dental history, your thoughts, concerns, and wishes for your oral health and desired experience and outcome. When we have heard and understood your expectations, we perform an in-depth exam of your mouth and all supporting structures that influence your oral health. Dr. Cavallo will recommend appropriate dental treatments to meet your oral health needs and aesthetic goals for your consideration. Our team is committed to helping patients maintain their smile and to make educated decisions about their dental care based on patient education and communication between dentist and patient

You can count on Dr. Joseph Cavallos advanced credentials, 25 years of experience, and commitment to continuing education from some of the worlds most respected institutions. Dr. Cavallo provides the best and healthiest treatments in restorative dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and implant dentistry. Often recommending minimally-invasive procedures before oral surgery, Dr. Cavallo has your needs in mind.

Dr. Cavallo has earned a Master title from the Academy of General Dentistry. This achievement is shared with fewer than 2% of practicing dentists nationwide. Mastership in the AGD is the culmination of over 1,100 hours dedicated to continuing education in all aspects of general dentistry.

You are a unique and important individual who deserves personalized care and treatment provided in a warm and friendly environment. Creating this necessary relationship is our goal so that we can help you achieve health and a smile you can be proud of. On your first visit, you will spend 90 minutes with Dr. Cavallo.