Dr. Brian P. Ralph graduated from Stony Brook University with a degree in Computational Biology in 2015 and a Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 2019. After moving to Charlotte in 2019, he completed a general practice residency at Atrium Hospital. He then became the very first fellow in the Oral Oncology program in which he managed the … Read more
Dr. Arnold M. Ma graduated from the Indiana University School of Dentistry in 1997. He went on to earn a certificate in Hospital Dentistry from Indiana University Medical Center and then further advanced training in General Dentistry and Oral Medicine from the Carolinas Medical Center where he also served as Chief Resident. Dr. Ma enjoyed his time … Read more
Dr. Walter G. Martin is a native of Kernersville, North Carolina and is the younger son of two loving, incredible parents. During his free time, Dr. Martin enjoys playing and watching sports (golf, basketball, and football), traveling, reading,staying active in the community, attending church, and, most of all, spending time with family and friends. He … Read more
Dr. Chris Bowman, DDS has been studying and practicing dental care for a while now, and he has discovered something interesting. The foundation of successful family dentistry isn’t protocol or procedure. At the very core of a healthy mouth is a relationship of trust and respect between patient and dentist. We’d like to take a few moments … Read more
Dr. Griffin’s journey towards becoming a dentist began at a young age. He grew fascinated by going to his home dentist where he connected easily, and enjoyed the smiles of the staff. It was during his time at ECU that his passion for dentistry deepened significantly. He majored in Biology and minored in Business Administration … Read more
Raised in a large family in South Charlotte, Dr. Courtney Small developed values of teamwork, hard work, and dedication from an early age through sports. She majored in Biology and minored in Chemistry at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she also played competitive club soccer. Her interest in medicine led her … Read more
Dr. Trey Miller, raised in a hardworking middle-class family, learned valuable skills from his father, a general contractor. Excelling in Division 1 Baseball at Gardner-Webb University, he pursued a Biology major with minors in Chemistry and Psychology, gravitating towards medicine. After graduation, Trey explored professional cycling and managed a successful recycling program for Mecklenburg County. … Read more
Dr. Laws from Davidson, NC graduated dental school from West Virginia University in 2006. She spent time as a dentist and Captain in the U.S. Army stationed in Landstuhl, Germany before establishing again in North Carolina. She enjoys teaching patients about oral health and allowing them to make the most informed decisions for long-term care. … Read more
Dr. Karacosta is an assistant clinical professor and has been a member of the faculty at Tufts University in the Department of Diagnosis and Health Promotion since 2000. She received her first dental degree, her DDS, from the School of Dental Medicine at the University of Athens, Greece. Then Dr. Karacosta was accepted at Tufts … Read more
Dr. Walid J. Dehni is a specialist in the Esthetic restoration and replacement of teeth, he has expertise in restoring optimum appearance and function to his patients’ smiles. In private practice for over 20 years, Dr. Dehni has advanced training in esthetic procedures, dental implants, Teeth in a Day, oral plastic and reconstructive surgery, TMD … Read more
Dr. Irays Santamaria is one of the premier dentists in Boston. She’s received Boston Magazine’s ‘Best of Boston’ award and was also recognized as a Boston Magazine 2017 Top Dentist in her field of Prosthodontics. Dr. Santamaria earned her Doctorate in Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) and her certificate in the specialty of Prosthodontics, with honors, from … Read more
Dr. Lightfoot attended The Ohio State University where he received his Post-Doctoral Degree in Periodontics, as well as a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition, a Master of Arts Degree in Exercise Physiology, and a Master of Science Degree in Oral Biology. He served as Chief Resident during his final year of his periodontal residency. … Read more