As a team and as individuals, we know how painful tooth pain can be. We have all had situations where we needed emergency care that didnt seem like it was available. And we have made it our personal goal to make sure that you, reader, are never in that same position.

Our second focus is our Dental Blog. We believe that well-informed patients are patients who will be better equipped to find the care that they need. Through our blog, we want to educate our readers about the process of going to an emergency dentist, the symptoms they might be experiencing, and what they can do at home to take great care of their teeth.

Dr. Maxine Feinberg, President of the American Dental Association, said in a 2015 statement that Despite all the advances in our ability to prevent, detect and treat dental diseases, too many Americans for a variety of reasons are not enjoying the best possible oral health. Through our programs of education and professional referral services, we promise to do everything in our power to change that assessment.

We know that we can only help our customers if they trust us and believe in what we do, and we will seek to always be accountable for our actions, to own up to any mistake we make, and to behave with honesty and integrity.

Dr. Greg Grillo is a 1995 University of Washington School of Dentistry graduate who has been practicing in North Central Washington for 17 years. He balances his clinical practice with a role as the Content Director at a rapidly growing dental software company and freelance dental copywriting.

His more than two decades of expertise, combined with his passion for dental marketing and knowledge of dental software, makes him an invaluable asset to the team. And because hes still working as a dental practitioner, he knows better than anyone what our patients can expect when they go to the dentist and what to look for when we partner with practitioners across the United States.

Our commitment to working with real professionals and the knowledge and experience provided by Dr. Grillo is why Emergency Dentists USA stands as the foremost resource for dental referrals andonline dental information.

Her passion for excellent dentistry leads to her to continue her dental education through the prestigious Kois Center where she completed all nine didactic courses and has obtained Kois Mentor status.

Dr. Tavoularis is currently a member of the Wellness Dentistry Network and believes in a collaborative team approach and encourages cross over care from dentistry to medicine and the medicine to dentistry.

Justin Ford is a dental marketing expert who helps to coordinate the day-to-day operations of the Emergency Dentists USA website and helpline. With years of experience in management, theres no one more qualified to make sure that the lights stay on and that the team is constantly being challenged to work at the highest level of excellence.Justin has also spent years working with dentists and patients as we endeavor to provide the best care to our customers.

Jamie Brown is EDUSAs customer support specialist and also a content writer. She brings years of experience in connecting patients to dentists to the table and helps us make sure were always focusing on customer-first development.

Dr. Greg Grillo was born and raised in the Okanogan Valley in Washington state. Dr. Grillo spent eight years at the University of Washington and received a bachelors degree with honors before attending the School of Dentistry on the same campus.

While in the navy, Dr. Grillo served tours in South Carolina and Japan, treating families of squadron military members and receiving advanced training in multiple areas of specialized dentistry. In 1999, after completing more than 300 hours of this additional formal education, he returned home to join the practice of his father, Dr. Jerry Grillo (Grillo-Robeck Dental).

Dr. Grillo has continued his practice in North Central Washington for more than 17 years, balancing his clinical practice with a role as the Content Director at a rapidly growing dental software company and freelance dental copywriting.

He especially enjoys caring for growing families in his practice and remains passionate about incorporating new technologies into his work that enhance the patient experience. Dr. Grillo continues to take numerous continuing education courses on all aspects of dentistry and is also involved in a variety of community activities in the Omak area outside of his work.

As Emergency Dentist USAs Expert Dentist, Dr. Grillo makes sure that all of the information on this site is up-to-date, evidence-based, and factually accurate. If theres a new oral health or dental procedure that our patients need to be aware of, hell tell us all about it so that we can pass that information on to you in an educational, easy-to-read fashion.

Hell keep us updated on new technologies that are being used and what exactly our readers can expect from a visit to an emergency dentist in 2018. As a passionate content developer, hell make sure were providing the best information we can on the Emergency Dentist USA blog.

And because hes still working as a dental practitioner and constantly taking new courses to stay educated, he knows better than anyone what our readers and callers can expect when they visit an emergency dentist, as well as what to look for when we partner with practitioners across the United States.

Dr. Grillo and his wife, Lisa, have 3 children and continue to live and work in the state of Washington. Outside the office, he can be found snow skiing, hiking, playing tennis, or just enjoying the outdoors.

Dr. Amanda Tavoularis commitment to excellence started during her training at the University of Washington School of Dentistry, where she graduated in 1995. An active member of UWs Executive Alumni Board since 1996, she also served as President of the UW Dental Alumni Association from 2003-2004.

Her purpose to stay at the forefront of dentistry led to the comprehensive nine-course education curriculum offered by the prestigious Kois Center located in Seattle. Dr. Tavoularis completed over 200 hours of didactic and hands-on continuing education encompassing all clinical areas of dentistry. Earning the distinction of a Kois Certified Dentist.

In 2018 she earned the honor of Kois Mentor status. Dr. Tavoularis ability to provide comprehensive, health-centered dentistry mixes natural function with stunning aesthetics. She maintains an active practice in Lynnwood/Edmonds, WA (doctorav.com) and is one of our experts that helps us bring you the latest on dental health and wellness.

Dr. Tavoularis belongs to the Wellness Dentistry Network, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, American Dental Association, Washington State Dental Association and the Snohomish County Dental Association. She has served on the Kois Curriculum Committee. She also volunteers in local schools presenting oral-health programs, and serves on several community dental task forces.

Dr. Tavoularis has decided to continue sharing her passion for dentistry by joining the Emergency Dentists USA team. By working together with the other dental professionals, Amanda makes sure our articles are evidence-based and up-to-date.

Dr. Tavoularis has over 20 years of experience to add to our team and by having a female dentist we can now cover more topics such as pregnancy and dental care. Her extensive knowledge of dental care and medicine plus her commitment to providing excellent care to patients will be essential to our articles.

Dr. David R. Hudnall, DMD, is a healthcare manager with over 21 years of experience in dentistry and administration. In addition to being an expert in managing financial, administrative and physical operations, he worked for 18 years as an emergency dentist in South Carolina and understands better than anyone else on the Emergency Dentists USA team the ins and outs of American emergency dentistry.

After graduating from West Virginia State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Dr. Hudnall worked for government agencies in compliance and agricultural research. Shortly after, he changed careers and started working towards a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Louisville, which he received in 1996. That same year, Dr. Hudnall relocated to South Carolina to begin his career in dentistry.

After three years as a general practitioner, Dr. Hudnall decided to limit the scope of his practice in order to serve the needs of those requiring emergency dental services, extractions, and dentures. In 2015, Dr. Hudnall received additional training from the Live Implant Training Institute so that he could begin providing implant services to his patients restoring function to those who lost their natural teeth to tooth decay and gum disease.

Dr. Hudnall continued his emergency dentistry practice while also participating in numerous continuing education programs, becoming an expert in the fields of emergency dentistry, oral surgery, and impact dentistry. Dr. Hudnall also became a member of both the American Academy of Implant Prosthodontics and the International Congress of Oral Implantology.

Emergency Dentists USAs unique expert dentist partnerships are just another way that were dedicated to providing you the best possible care and the most accurate possible information through our Dental Blog.