About Your Dentist

“Be the reason someone smiles today.”

My Mission

“My mission in dentistry is to provide the most compassionate and well-rounded care I can for patients. Dentistry is an important yet often overlooked part of healthcare, and I would love to help educate people on the importance of good oral health. Helping others with their overall dental health and confidence in their smiles makes this career so rewarding and amazing!”

Education & Continuing Education

Doctor of Dental Surgery
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry – Richmond, Virginia

Bachelor of Science in Biology
Virginia Commonwealth University – Richmond, Virginia

Professional Memberships

Dr. Patel is an active member of the American Dental Association and the Virginia Dental Association.

Life & Hobbies

Dr. Patel was born and raised in Northern Virginia, but she has been a proud Richmond, Virginia resident for the past 8 years. When she isn’t practicing dentistry, Dr. Patel enjoys reading, doing yoga, traveling, and spending time with her friends and family!

“Nothing you wear is more important than your smile.”

My Mission

“My mission is to inform and educate every patient that walks into my office. My goal is to make my patients feel comfortable about the treatments they are receiving and gain their trust. I strive to keep up with the latest dental research and technology to provide my patients with the highest level of care possible. It is imperative that each patient realizes the importance of preventive dental care to maintain a health smile for the rest of their lives.”

Education & Continuing Education

Doctor of Dental Medicine
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, School of Dental Medicine – Lakewood Ranch, Florida

Bachelor of Science
Florida Gulf Coast University – Estero, Florida

Dr. Tagg is Invisalign and Laser Certified and has extensive continuing education training in dental implants. He specializes in full smile cosmetic design cases.

Professional Memberships

Dr. Tagg is an active member of the Academy of General Dentists, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the Florida Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the Florida Dental Association, and the Virginia Academy of General Dentistry.

Life & Hobbies

In addition to spending time with his wife and the beloved family Standard Poodle, in his free time, Dr. Tagg enjoys hiking, exploring parks and trails, and practicing his golf swing.