Get to know the dentist who oversees every treatment plan at Promenade Center for Dentistry and what that means for your care in Charlotte.
Meet Our Leadership
At Promenade Center for Dentistry, the title "principal dentist" refers to the doctor who sets the clinical standard for our Charlotte office. Every treatment plan, every piece of equipment we purchase, and every member of our clinical team is held to the standard our principal dentist establishes. If you have ever wondered who is ultimately responsible for the quality of care you receive here, this is the answer.
Patients on Weddington Road choose us because they want more than a technician who fills a cavity and sends them home. They want a dentist who remembers their history, asks about their kids by name, and makes decisions with their long-term oral health in mind, not just the appointment in front of them.
You can learn more about the credentials and background of our doctor on our Doctors page, or meet the hygienists and assistants who work alongside our principal dentist on our Team page.
What It Means for You
A lot of people hear "principal dentist" and assume it is just a fancier job title. In practice, it changes how your care is delivered day to day. The principal dentist at our practice is the final word on diagnosis for complex cases, the person who trains and supervises the clinical team, and the one who decides which materials, labs, and technologies we trust with your smile.
That oversight matters most when a case is not straightforward, like a cracked tooth that needs a judgment call between a crown and an extraction, or a treatment plan that has to account for a patient's heart condition or blood thinners. Here is what that leadership actually looks like in your appointment:
Difficult or unusual cases are reviewed personally by our principal dentist before any treatment plan is finalized, so you are never guessing whether a recommendation was rushed.
Because one dentist sets the protocol for sterilization, materials, and follow-up care, you get the same quality whether you are here for a cleaning or a root canal.
Questions or concerns about your treatment do not get lost between departments. Our principal dentist is reachable and responsible for the outcomes of your visit.
How We Work
Our principal dentist does not sit in an office reviewing charts from a distance. You will see the same doctor involved in the real, everyday work of the practice: performing exams, reading your X-rays, and explaining your options in plain language instead of dental jargon. That consistency is intentional. Families who come to us for years, not just one visit, deserve a dentist who actually knows their history.
This approach shapes nearly every service we offer, from routine preventive visits to more involved restorative and cosmetic work. A full list of what we treat is available on our Services page, but here is how our principal dentist's philosophy shows up across the board:
Thorough exams, not rushed ones. New patients and returning patients alike get a real conversation about symptoms, concerns, and goals before any recommendation is made.
Preventive-first thinking. Our principal dentist believes the best dental work is the work you never need, so cleanings, sealants, and early detection are treated as seriously as any procedure.
Plain-language treatment plans. You will understand what is being recommended and why before you ever agree to it, including the cost and timeline involved.
A trained, supervised team. Hygienists and assistants work under protocols our principal dentist personally developed and continues to refine.
Local to Charlotte
Charlotte has no shortage of dental offices, so it is fair to ask what sets ours apart. For many of our patients in the Weddington Road area and beyond, the answer comes down to trust built over repeat visits, not marketing promises. When the same dentist who diagnosed your filling five years ago is still the one signing off on your care today, that continuity means something.
We also recognize that choosing a dentist is often a family decision. Parents want one trustworthy office for themselves, their kids, and sometimes their own aging parents. Our principal dentist's involvement across every age group and treatment type is what makes that kind of one-stop relationship possible.
You are not shuffled to a different doctor every time your schedule needs to shift. Our principal dentist is involved across the practice.
We will tell you when watching and waiting is the smarter call, not just when a procedure is needed.
Our Patient Resources page is kept current with forms and prep instructions our principal dentist reviews.
We offer hours through midweek and Friday mornings so appointments do not force families to miss full workdays or school.
Paying for Care
Our principal dentist's treatment recommendations are made purely on clinical need, not on what will fit an insurance policy's fine print. Once a plan is set, our front desk team works with you on how to pay for it, and most families find the process simpler than they expect.
We work with a wide range of insurance providers and are happy to verify your benefits before your visit. Visit our Insurance page or Payment & Insurance page for a full breakdown, including details for:
Coverage details and plan guidance for BCBS members.
What Cigna plans typically cover at our practice.
Information for Delta Dental policyholders.
Coverage notes for patients with Aetna plans.
If you do not see your plan listed or you prefer to pay out of pocket, call our office at (704) 752-0052 and our team will walk you through what to expect before your appointment, not after.
Common Questions
It refers to the dentist who holds final clinical responsibility for our Charlotte office. This doctor sets the standards for diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care that every member of our clinical team follows, and personally reviews complex or unusual cases before treatment moves forward.
An associate dentist typically works under the direction of a practice's leadership and focuses on day-to-day appointments. Our principal dentist, by contrast, is responsible for setting clinical protocols, training staff, and signing off on treatment approaches used throughout the office, including those handled by other team members.
We do our best to keep you with the same provider for routine visits, and our principal dentist personally handles or reviews more involved treatment plans. This consistency helps us track your history accurately and catch small changes before they become bigger problems.
Our principal dentist holds a doctorate in dental medicine, maintains active licensure in North Carolina, and completes ongoing continuing education in general and restorative dentistry. Full background details and credentials are listed on our Doctors page.
We reserve time in our schedule for patients dealing with pain, swelling, or a broken tooth whenever possible. Call our office directly at (704) 752-0052 and our team will do their best to get you seen the same day, especially during Monday through Thursday hours.
You can book online through our scheduling link, call our Weddington Road office directly, or send a message through our Contact page. Our office hours run Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Promenade Center for Dentistry
Our caring team is ready to welcome you with gentle, personalized dental care. Book online or give us a call - we'd love to see you smile.
