Our Team
Dr. Whynott
Dr. Whynott graduated from the University of Tennesee College of Dentistry with academic honors. He received advanced training at the 2 year UVa General Practice Residency Program.
Dr. Whynott owns and operates two dental practices, Hollymead Dental Arts and Greene Comprehensive Family Dentistry. His Clinical interests focus on dental implant surgery and restorations. He is a fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and a graduate of the implant surgery program at the Misch International Implant Institute.
Dr. Bagheri
Education
• 1997 – 1999, University of Virginia Residency in Dentistry
• 1993 – 1997, University of Maryland School of Dental Surgery – Doctorate of Dental Surgery
• 1989 – 1993, Bucknell University – Bachelor of Arts in Biology
Dr. Bagheri has been practicing dentistry in Charlottesville for over 20 years. She recently became a partner with Dr. Chris Whynott at Hollymead Dental Arts.
She is devoted to providing the best and most gentle care for her patients. In fact, she has patients who have been with her for 20 years. Dr. Bagheri attributes her interest in dentistry to her frequent visits to a very kind “lady dentist” in her childhood (unfortunately, Dr. Bagheri was very fond of candy).
Her experience with this dentist banished any anxiety she felt about going to the dentist. It is this type of nurturing environment she strives to provide for her patients and her employees.
Dr. Bagheri and her husband Brian Kuk are parents to two young children at Hollymead and are proud to call Charlottesville their home.
Dr. Hoard
Martin Hoard MD, DDS, FACS went to undergraduate school at American University then received his DDS degree at the Medical College of Virginia School of Dentistry. He then completed a three-year Residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery followed by medical school also at MCV, then a year of General Surgery Internship at Emory University School of Medicine.
Dr. Hoard is a Diplomat of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, a Diplomat of the National Board of Dental Anesthesia, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at VCU-MCV, Associate Professor of Plastic and Maxillofacial Surgery and Director of the Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the UVA School of Medicine.
Dr. Hoard’s interests include all phases of office oral surgery: tooth extraction and management of impacted teeth, dental implants as well as bone grafting and reconstruction for implants, soft tissue grafting of the gums, biopsies and treatment of oral soft tissue as well as boney pathology. Anesthesia options include local anesthesia, sedation and general anesthesia.
Our Staff
Danielle Newman
Danielle has been a dental assistant for 16 years. She received her x-ray certification while she was in high school. She joined the Hollymead Dental Arts team in December 2018. She works with all three doctors in our practice and fills in at the front desk when we need her to. She has a cheerful personality and is ready to pitch in wherever she is needed.
Danielle was born and raised in Madison, VA and she still resides there with her husband and their three children. In her spare time, she enjoys target shooting with her bows and guns, antique shopping and having movie nights with her family.
Christina Morris, RDH
Christina received her Associate of Applied Science Degree in Dental hygiene through Germanna Community College in 2006. She is very passionate about health. She strives to be a huge part of improving our patients health by excellent proper care, education and especially stressing the impact of oral health to overall health. Her favorite quote, “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”- Maya Angelou. Christina’s goal is for patients to leave her operatory feeling that they had the best care possible.
Christina believes her job should always go beyond working in private practice: from cavity prevention in elementary schools in the community to being Legislative chair in the Monticello Dental Hygienist Association. She is also a member of the American Dental hygienist Association. Her free time mostly consists of staying busy with two beautiful children. She also enjoys spending time outdoors playing softball and volleyball.
Janie Gentry
Janie has been with us since 2016 and she will be one of the first smiling faces that you will meet. She is detailed oriented. She enjoys the one on one with patients creating and discussing treatment plans as well as helping understand insurance benefits. She is married to her high school sweetheart and they live in Free Union. They have 3 dogs, Bomber, Pebbles, and Ralph. She has her radiology certification and she completed her dental assisting certification. In her free time she likes to spend time with her family and likes crafting.
Bridgett Morris
Bridgett has been working as an assistant for over 20 years and working with Dr.Bagheri for over 18 years. She is a proud mother of 3 daughters and a son. In her free time, she loves spending time with her family. She is very kind and caring to everyone. Bridgett enjoys talking with our patients and making them feel at ease. Don’t be surprised if you are laughing at the end of your visit with Bridgett.
Carolyn Scott, CDA
Graduate of PVCC Dental Assisting Program. She is married to her high school sweetheart. Mom to 2 awesome children & “Nano” to 3 beautiful grandchildren. Her daughter is our assistant Danielle Newman. Carolyn also enjoys spending time with her family, ministering to others with her therapy dog, dog training & photography.
Brandy Fox
Brandy joined our team in 2021. She is another smiling face that you will meet at our office. Due to her many years of health care experience, she is very patient oriented. She enjoys helping patients with their questions and concerns. Brandy is a very proud and loving mother of 4 children and 2 grandchildren. In her spare time, she enjoys camping, farming and traveling.
Brystal Dickerson
Brystal joined our staff in July of 2022. She is also 1 of 3 amazing front office staff. She works with our patients to complete their appointments and assist them with scheduling in the future. She has worked in patient care for 6 years and thoroughly enjoys getting to know each & every patient. Outside of the office Brystal is engaged to her Highschool sweetheart and together they are parents to their beautiful daughter Raegan.
Jennifer Williams
Jen has been a dedicated Dental Assistant at Hollymead since 2020. Prior to that she worked as a certified GNA specializing in Alzheimer’s and wound care. She received her dental & Xray certifications in 2012 from Anne Arundle Community College. Since then, she has taken multiple CE courses in dentistry & anesthesia. Patient experience is a priority for her. Her compassion and free-spirited personality ensure you will feel welcome in our office. During her free time, she enjoys making memories with her 2 beautiful children, as well as volunteering for AFSP, Red Cross, & a Mental Health Crisis Line.
Lisa Zuluaga, RDH, MA
Lisa received her associate in applied science in Dental Hygiene, her Bachelor of science in Dental Health Education from New York University Collage of Dentistry, & a master’s degree in health education from NYU School of Education. Lisa was an Assistant Clinical Professor for 10 years at NYU Collage of Dentistry and has been in private practice for 26 years. She strives to help patients improve their oral health by providing education and the tools needed to maintain a healthy oral cavity. Lisa wants her patients to feel comfortable knowing that she gave them the best possible care. During her free time she enjoys spending time with her son and great nieces & nephews.