Virginia Center for Advanced Dentistry

Dr. Simon graduated from Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai, India in 1997. After working as a Dentist following his graduation, he moved to Ireland for higher education. In the period of 1998 – 1999 he taught anatomy for medical and dental students at University College, Cork, Ireland, where he also completed his Masters in Anatomy. From 1999 to 2001 Dr. Simon worked as a resident in the Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at Limerick Regional Hospital, Limerick, Ireland. Dr. Simo...Read Moren has completed his Advanced Standing DDS program from VCU School of Dentistry, Richmond, Virginia, USA. He has vast experience in all aspect of Dentistry especially in Oral Surgery and Prosthodontics. Dr.Simon is Invisalign certified. Dr. Simon enjoys spending time with his two boys, ages 16 and 14. He enjoys cooking, golfing and is an automobile enthusiast. Read Less

Leira is our registered dental hygienist, she joined the practice in 2019. She is a Virginia Beach native, but now resides in the Richmond area. She graduated Cum Laude from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene. Leira believes that everyone deserves a chance to receive optimal and effective oral health care, which is why she often volunteers her time towards community outreach programs and Mission of Mercy. Her philosophy of practice includes maintaining...Read More an integral role as a preventative provider by delivering a high standard of care as a clinician, educator, patient advocate, life-long learner, and with a gentle touch! In her spare time she enjoys spending time with loved ones, exercising, traveling, DIY projects, and cuddling with her Shiba Inu pup named Kailo! Read Less

Taisha has been working off and on at VCAD since 2017 while attending school and is continuing her education to become a dental hygienist. She has been interested in the dental field since she started going to the dentist. She likes working with people and helping them get their picture perfect smile. Taisha is 22 and was born and raised in Illinois, she made her way to Virginia and is currently attending school at John Tyler. In her free time she likes to try out new restaurants and go vis...Read Moreit the historical sites around Virginia. She loves to joke around and is always making the office and patients laugh. Read Less

Jessica has been with VCAD since June of 2020. She joined with 7 years dental front desk and insurance experience. She started in the Dental Field as a Dental Assistant graduating from the Chesterfield Technical Night Program where she received her DA pinning and was awarded the Hazel Luton Leadership Award by her fellow classmates. She soon found insurance and helping patients get the most from their benefits is her true passion. She is a wife and mom of 2, she loves spending time with her ...Read Morefamily, cats and friends. In her spare time she loves cooking and trying new foods, reading,crafting and being outdoors. Read Less