North Asheville Family Dentistry

North Asheville Family Dentistry - General dentist in Asheville, NC
674 Merrimon Ave #230, Asheville, NC 28804
Open
Closes at 4:00pm
SundayClosed
Monday8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday7:00am - 4:00pm
Wednesday8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday7:00am - 4:00pm
Friday8:00am - 1:00pm
SaturdayClosed

We pride ourselves on taking the time to listen & get to know each patient as an individual. The entire team at North Asheville Family Dentistry looks forward to seeing you soon & developing a relationship with you to build the bridge toward long-term trust & successful dental care. See why our patients cant stop smiling!

Our exceptional, friendly staff is our greatest asset. All of our dental assistants & hygienists are licensed professionals who pride themselves on their current dental techniques & outstanding patient communication. With unmatched quality & integrity, they are dedicated to achieving the best possible results for you & your family.

Since your comfort & health are our top priorities, North Asheville Family Dentistrys staff is glad to assist you in any way. If you have any questions at all, from treatment options & sterilization to insurance concerns & paperwork, were here for you! We can assure you that youll enjoy your dental visit!

In the sunny state of Florida, Dr. Dao was born & raised in the land of theme parks & beaches. She received her bachelors degree in TV & radio production at the University of Florida & in her senior year of college, she discovered her passion for dentistry. This led her to pursue her second degree at the Gator Nation. With her desire for growth & her commitment to provide care that both she & her patients can be proud of, she continued her dental journey through an advanced post-graduate training program. She continuously strives to provide exceptional dental care in a friendly & relaxed environment.

With their love for adventure & new experiences, Dr. Dao & her husband are always on the search to find new restaurants, hikes & quaint little coffee shops in the city. She looks forward to this new chapter in her life in the beautiful city of Asheville & is ecstatic to meet all of you!

Dr. Brent Barroso-Bernier was raised in Okemos, MI, & attended the University of Michigan. He completed his Bachelor of Science degree in psychology in 2001. After conducting several years of dental research he decided to continue his education in dentistry & completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2005.

Upon graduation, Dr. Bernier worked in a community clinic in Bay City, MI, while serving as an adjunct clinical professor for the University of Michigan mentoring graduate dental students. In 2009, Dr. Bernier returned to Ann Arbor where he was able to fulfill two of his passions, practicing dentistry & attending U of M football games.

In 2013, Dr. Bernier & his family relocated to Asheville, NC. Although his two young daughters keep him busy, Dr. Bernier & his wife Kendall have enjoyed the wonderful city of Asheville & all it has to offer. Dr. Bernier is proud to join North Asheville Family Dentistry & looks forward to serving all of you & your familys dental needs.

Dr. Kendall Bernier grew up outside of Columbia, SC, & graduated from the University of South Carolina. She attended the Medical University of South Carolina School of Dental Medicine in Charleston where she earned her Doctorate in Dental Medicine. After completing an Advanced Education in General Dentistry at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, she convinced her husband, Brent, (after seven cold & long winters) to move south to the beautiful area of Asheville, NC. Kendall seeks out training & professional development opportunities that allow her to remain aware & knowledgeable about new dental practices & the latest technology. She loves the Asheville community & being able to provide her patients with excellent dental treatment in a caring & enjoyable environment. In her free time, Kendall enjoys spending time with her husband, Brent, & their two daughters, exploring Asheville & all the wonderful things to do in the area.

Lauren was born & raised in Raleigh & recently relocated with her fianc to Hendersonville! She has received her dental assistant certificates & is on trackto complete her Bachelor of Science in Public Health from University of North Carolina, Greensboro, in 2023. Lauren has more than seven years of experience in dentistry. Her dental background includes everything from chairside clinical dental assisting, coordinating patient care, & billing with major insurance companies. Her specialized area of expertise is in integrating practice management software. Lauren has found a passion in ensuringall patients, as well as her team members, feel supported & empowered. Herultimate goal is to ensure patients have a positive experience!

Lauren and her fianc, Tom, are looking forward to exploring the areas mountains with their German shepherd, Otto! Lauren is thrilled to call North Asheville Family Dentistry her new dental home & she is thrilled to meet you!

Carolyn received her associates degree in dental hygiene from A-B Tech in 2011. Being a dental hygienist is one of the most rewarding aspects of her life. She enjoys meeting new people & getting to know them over time. She has a passion for providing care, assistance & education, with a goal of promoting & maintaining a healthy smile. On her days off, she enjoys spending time with her husband, children & her 5-month-old grandson. Carolyn enjoys leisure bicycling, antique shops & repurposing furniture in her spare time. She also stays busy with her five dogs (one rescue Morkie & four longhair dachshunds) & six guinea fowl, with the hope of adding more animals in the future.

Taylor was born & raised in Statesville, NC. She moved to Michigan for college & received her bachelors degree in dental hygiene from the University of Michigan in May 2021. After spending five years in Michigan, Taylor decided to move back to North Carolina & chose Asheville because of her love of the mountains. She enjoys providing patient care & promoting oral health. Her favorite part of being a dental hygienist is getting to know & educating her patients. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, arts & crafts, & spending time with her husband & two cats.

Bayleigh was born & raised locally in Asheville, NC. She received her dental assisting diploma at A-B Tech then went on to receive her Dental Assisting National Boards. Bayleigh has worked in the dental field since receiving her National Boards. She enjoys working closely with our dentists & staff to ensure patients are receiving the best care possible. As our lead dental assistant, Bayleigh wears many hats to keep our office running smoothly.

In her free time, Bayleigh enjoys spending time with her new husband, Tyler, & their two dachshunds, Bentley & Lexi. She also loves playing cards & watching movies with her parents & younger brother. Bayleigh & her husband are very active in their church, especially helping out with their youth team.

Olivia is a friendly face at the front desk. She was born in south Georgia & then later moved to Brevard, NC, in middle school. She graduated from A-B Tech with her dental assisting diploma. She later became a National Board-Certified Dental Assistant. Olivia has worked in both dental assisting & front office roles & loves all sides of dentistry as long as she can bring a smile to someones face.

After Olivias husband retired from the army, they decided to move back to western North Carolina to raise their daughter, Hazel. On her days off she enjoys shopping, reading, arts & crafts & spending time with friends & family. She adores the mountains & is so happy to call western North Carolina her home!

Crystal was born & raised here in Asheville. She graduated from A-B Tech with her Dental Assisting Diploma & later received her National Board Certification. After working in dentistry for more than 10 years, Crystals dental background includes everything from dental assisting, front desk reception, scheduling, insurance, claims & billing. With her array of knowledge of the dental office, she has successfully started two scratch dental offices. She enjoys overseeing the daily operation of our organization to ensure all of our offices are fully supported & given all the necessary tools to provide the best patient care possible.

Crystal lives in Black Mountain with her husband, Eric, & two children, Eli & Emmett. When Crystal isnt working, you can normally find her at the baseball field or soccer field cheering on her boys, traveling to new places & spending time with her closest friends & family.

Reviews

Rating 4.7 out of 5 based on 96 reviews

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David Peter
a year ago
Worst dentist experience I've ever had. 1) My wife left work early and got my daughter out of school for a NEW PATIENT visit. When she got there, the office was closed- no notification. (They called my wife's cell, but didn't leave a voicemail.) Office manager let them in to reschedule. No explanation, no apology, no recognition of being inconsiderate of my wife's time, and said rescheduled appointments that were most convenient for my wife & daughter were reserved for regular patients. 2) For my NEW PATIENT visit a couple of days later, they took x-rays, did a cleaning (hygienist was excellent- only positive thing). When the dentist reviewed the x-rays with me, she said I needed a filling for a bad cavity between my teeth, but that she wouldn't be able to tell how bad until she got in there, and I may need a root canal. I declined the "treatment plan". (I'm not sure when dentists started assuming they make decisions for patients without even a conversation.) I suggested we get my x-rays from our previous dentist to see if there was evidence of this cavity on them. 3) Back up front to discuss getting x-rays from old dentist, next appointment, and "treatment plan" with office manager (dentist didn't tell her I declined the treatment plan). I missed filling out the back of one of the 3 new patient forms, so I began to do that, along with the x-ray request form. Office manager gave me the treatment plan document to sign. I told her I wasn't going to sign it because I wasn't sure I would have it done there- we were deciding on a new dentist. She told me if I wasn't going to have the filling done there, then there was no need to have the x-rays sent to them. I repeated that we were still deciding. That's when she closed all the doors and left the office area without another word, leaving me there alone in the waiting area, filling out forms. I finished the forms, waited a few minutes to see if anyone was going to come back to the office and take the forms. When no one came back to the office, I put the clipboard & forms on the desk and left. As stated above, this was our FIRST EXPERIENCE here in our search to find a new dentist. What a terrible first impression this practice made. Rude office manager, no customer focus as whole. Worst dentist experience I've ever had.


Terry Chevalier
a year ago
Everything was special friendly and expert


Barbara Mars
a year ago
Awesome dental hygienist!


Paul Miller
a year ago
Pathetic


Melissa Bridges
a year ago
I have never had such a calming experience at the dentist before. Having a female dentist seemed to make a big difference for me.


Donna Doellinger
a year ago
This is a great group! They spent a lot of time educating me on the x-rays, and rational for three choices of follow up. I felt good knowing enough to make my choice. I would recommend this practice to everyone!


Lori Fenty
a year ago
My first dental cleaning went great. Being that I suffer from vertigo and can't turn to the right, my hygienist took excellent care of me. The X- ray scan was top notch. Friendly staff and highly recommend.


Sue Fitzgerald
a year ago
I really have high praise for the entire staff at this dental practice. They are always friendly, very accommodating and knowledgeable. This practice makes what many may view as a dreaded experience seem like an enjoyable experience!


Vicky Wilson
a year ago
Awesome as always! Staff are all great and friendly. DR is the very best!!!


Verena Wieloch
a year ago
I've never had anything less than a really wonderful experience at this office! Thank you to all the staff, including the front desk, the hygienist and the dentist too. Great team!


Douglas "Duke" DeLano
a year ago
Asheville Family Dentistry is great! The staff welcomed me as a new customer and it's such a bright inviting office and patient area. Dr. Dao was so personable and very professional. If a trip to the dentist can be enjoyable, this is the place,! 5 stars!


cindy williford
a year ago
Caring, professional, gentle and highly skilled. I'm a retired hygienist and was thoroughly impressed. I absolutely love it here and recommend it to everyone!!


Lovely503 Music
2 years ago
Best dental office that I have ever experienced. Best Dentist that I've ever seen, as well! I had a cavity and she treated me so amazingly! And especially considering that I suffer from extreme anxiety when in the chair. Thank you all so much!


Alison Pages
2 years ago
Fantastic dental practice. Staff is very friendly and accommodating. Dr. Dao is wonderful. The office is very clean, nice and inviting. I highly recommend them.


Kathy Robinson
2 years ago
Great staff and excellent dental care. Highly recommended


Cynthia
2 years ago
I had a very good experience with North Asheville Family Dentistry. The dentist and the whole staff are accommodating, and knowledgeable. I felt really comfortable sitting on the dentist chair during the whole treatment. Thanks!!


Connor Aus
2 years ago
Very clean office with an efficient staff!


Marie Mieloch
2 years ago
I'm 71 and I do not like going to the dentist. However this was the best experience I have EVER had.


Bill McMurtrey
2 years ago
I never looked forward to going to dentist, still don't, however, Dr. Dao & staff make it a pleasurable experience.


brenda mccury
2 years ago
Clean,friendly,understanding!!! Everyone was so nice and prompt


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