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A Hometown Feel with Upscale Service!

An Unparalleled Patient Experience

At Colesville Dentistry, our core purpose is to create lifelong relationships and raving patients by providing compassionate, comfortable, and comprehensive dental care. Dr. Kevin, Dr. Eric and Dr. Dan are dedicated to dental excellence and always looking towards the future of dentistry. The Colesville Dentistry team aims to exude positivity, empathy, and compassion to give you an experience unlike any other. Why? Because we're passionate about treating people well and providing a hometown feel with upscale service! Visit us today to experience the Colesville Dentistry difference. We can't wait to meet you!

Dedicated To Their Community and Committed To Dental Excellence

Dr. Eric Chai

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Dr. Eric was born and raised in the local Silver Spring area and attended Paint Branch High School. He then attended the University of Maryland, College Park and earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of Maryland Dental School in 2014. Following graduation, he completed an advanced training residency at Christiana Care Hospital in Wilmington, DE. Dr. Eric continues to keep up with the latest procedures and techniques in dentistry and is active in attending continuing education courses.

Dr. Eric loves dentistry because it allows him to combine his love for science with his artistic and creative abilities while helping his patients stay healthy. He is proud to be a native Marylander continuing to support his local hometown community through Colesville Dentistry.

Outside of the office, Dr. Eric is married to his wife, Tuyen, and enjoys spending time with his family, cooking, hiking, and doing any type of outdoor activity. He loves cheering for all of his favorite Washington sports teams and his alma mater, the Terps. Dr. Eric is also a proud father of two daughters, Isla (2 years old) and new baby Mia, who was born in March 2023!

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Dr. Kevin Chai

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Dr. Kevin was born and raised in Silver Spring, Maryland, and attended Montgomery Blair High School. He is a proud Marylander - he went to the University of Maryland, College Park, then graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Maryland Dental School. He then completed an advanced training residency program at the Baltimore Veterans Affairs Hospital prior to working in private practice. He has received several awards such as the American College of Prosthodontics Achievement Award, Dean's Award for Community Service and was selected to be in the OKU Honor Society.

Dr. Kevin worked in private practice near Frederick, MD for the past 5 years before joining Colesville Dentistry. He has extensive experience with dental specialties including implant surgery and restoration, root canals, oral surgery including wisdom teeth, crown & bridge, and Invisalign.

He is a man of faith and is passionate about improving the lives of others and making an impact in the community. His core mission is to make every patient as comfortable as possible while providing high quality and ethical dental care.

Outside of the office, Dr. Kevin is a proud husband and committed father. He and his wife Joy have 3 children named Evelyn, Madelyn and Isaac who are 6, 5 and 4 years old! He also enjoys playing tennis and basketball, snowboarding, traveling, photography, spending quality time with family & friends, and rooting for all Washington D.C. sports teams.

Dedicated To Their Community and Committed To Dental Excellence

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Dr. Dan was born and raised in the Colesville area and attended Paint Branch High School. He then attended the University of Maryland, College Park, and then earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Maryland Dental School. Upon graduation, Dr. Dan completed 1 year of advanced General Practice Residency at the Baltimore Veterans Affairs Hospital.

Just like Drs. Kevin and Eric, Dr. Dan is a proud Marylander and is honored to be able to provide quality dental care to his hometown community. Dr. Dan chose dentistry as his aspiration to pursue a career filled with uplifting patient interaction and individual creativity while providing vital oral health care. Dentistry is a way for him to help others as a man of faith and be a positive light in the community.

Outside of the office, Dr. Dan likes to play ultimate frisbee, volleyball, and tennis. He enjoys traveling and learning about different cultures, eating good food, and being involved at his church. Dr. Dan is happily married to his wife, Pearl, and they look forward to growing their family in the community he grew up in.

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Meet the Colesville Dentistry Team

Making It All Possible

Our team is committed to providing the best dental care possible for the community we love. Most of our team are born and raised in this Silver Spring area! When you’re at Colesville Dentistry, you’re a part of the family.

Hygiene Team

Shari

Dental Hygienist

Shari was born and raised in Southern Maryland and a graduate of Fortis College. Shari enjoys connecting with patients and strives to educate them about their oral health because she believes that a healthy mouth leads to confidence. In her spare time, she enjoys adventuring, trying new things, and spending time with friends and family. Shari is actually a licensed bartender as well! She is also a huge animal lover and spends time volunteering and fostering for a local rescue.

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Shari

Dental Hygienist

Shari was born and raised in Southern Maryland and a graduate of Fortis College. Shari enjoys connecting with patients and strives to educate them about their oral health because she believes that a healthy mouth leads to confidence. In her spare time, she enjoys adventuring, trying new things, and spending time with friends and family. Shari is actually a licensed bartender as well! She is also a huge animal lover and spends time volunteering and fostering for a local rescue.

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Keyla

Dental Hygienist

Keyla, originally from Virginia Beach, is a registered dental hygienist who graduated from Fortis College. As a child, Keyla loved going to the dentist and that ignited her passion for dentistry. Now, she strives to spread those positive experiences to her patients as she enjoys building personal relationships while helping patients improve their oral health. She’s intentional about personalizing each patient’s dental experience so that they feel at ease and supported throughout their own dental journey. When she’s not perfecting smiles, Keyla enjoys spending time with her growing family. She loves to travel, try new foods and spend time in nature.

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Candice

Dental Hygienist

Candice is originally from Alabama but attended hygiene school at West Georgia Tech. She has been in the dental field for 12 years, starting as a dental assistant in 2009. After discovering her passion for the dental industry and working closely with patients, she became a dental hygienist in 2016. Candice strives to treat each patient like family and to help them achieve optimal oral health. In her personal time, Candice loves to hike, read, and spend time at home with her husband, daughter, and dog.

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Karen

Dental Hygienist

Karen was born and raised in Maryland, and with Salvadorian parents she is fluent in both English and Spanish. She has more than a decade of experience in the dental field, starting out as a receptionist and assistant prior to becoming a registered dental hygienist. Karen is passionate about helping her community and has extensive experience working with geriatric patients and those with special needs. Karen strives to help each patient leave the visit feeling good and learning something new about their oral health. In her free time, Karen enjoys spending time with friends and family, loves live music, and all things Harry Potter.

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Kirubel

Dental Hygienist

Kirubel was born and raised in Silver Spring. He has extensive dental experience that spans various dental settings, contributing to his expertise in preventative care and patient education. He finds immense fulfillment in working with a supportive team and building relationships with patients, empowering them to achieve optimal oral health. Outside of work, Kirubel enjoys pursuing hobbies, spending time with family, and exploring personal passions.

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Deysi

Dental Hygienist

Originally from El Salvador, Deysi has lived in Maryland for the past 16 years. After working many years as a receptionist and dental assisting, she decided to pursue a career in dental hygiene. Deysi is bilingual in Spanish and English. She aims to advocate for patients’ wellness and education by taking the extra step to ensure they are comfortable on the dentist’s chair. During her free time, she enjoys dancing, exercising, and traveling. She believes in spreading positivity and welcoming others, especially with a smile!

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Shari

Dental Hygienist

Shari was born and raised in Southern Maryland and a graduate of Fortis College. Shari enjoys connecting with patients and strives to educate them about their oral health because she believes that a healthy mouth leads to confidence. In her spare time, she enjoys adventuring, trying new things, and spending time with friends and family. Shari is actually a licensed bartender as well! She is also a huge animal lover and spends time volunteering and fostering for a local rescue.

Keyla

Dental Hygienist

Keyla, originally from Virginia Beach, is a registered dental hygienist who graduated from Fortis College. As a child, Keyla loved going to the dentist and that ignited her passion for dentistry. Now, she strives to spread those positive experiences to her patients as she enjoys building personal relationships while helping patients improve their oral health. She’s intentional about personalizing each patient’s dental experience so that they feel at ease and supported throughout their own dental journey. When she’s not perfecting smiles, Keyla enjoys spending time with her growing family. She loves to travel, try new foods and spend time in nature.

Candice

Dental Hygienist

Candice is originally from Alabama but attended hygiene school at West Georgia Tech. She has been in the dental field for 12 years, starting as a dental assistant in 2009. After discovering her passion for the dental industry and working closely with patients, she became a dental hygienist in 2016. Candice strives to treat each patient like family and to help them achieve optimal oral health. In her personal time, Candice loves to hike, read, and spend time at home with her husband, daughter, and dog.

Karen

Dental Hygienist

Karen was born and raised in Maryland, and with Salvadorian parents she is fluent in both English and Spanish. She has more than a decade of experience in the dental field, starting out as a receptionist and assistant prior to becoming a registered dental hygienist. Karen is passionate about helping her community and has extensive experience working with geriatric patients and those with special needs. Karen strives to help each patient leave the visit feeling good and learning something new about their oral health. In her free time, Karen enjoys spending time with friends and family, loves live music, and all things Harry Potter.

Kirubel

Dental Hygienist

Kirubel was born and raised in Silver Spring. He has extensive dental experience that spans various dental settings, contributing to his expertise in preventative care and patient education. He finds immense fulfillment in working with a supportive team and building relationships with patients, empowering them to achieve optimal oral health. Outside of work, Kirubel enjoys pursuing hobbies, spending time with family, and exploring personal passions.

Deysi

Dental Hygienist

Originally from El Salvador, Deysi has lived in Maryland for the past 16 years. After working many years as a receptionist and dental assisting, she decided to pursue a career in dental hygiene. Deysi is bilingual in Spanish and English. She aims to advocate for patients’ wellness and education by taking the extra step to ensure they are comfortable on the dentist’s chair. During her free time, she enjoys dancing, exercising, and traveling. She believes in spreading positivity and welcoming others, especially with a smile!

Administrative Team

Christina

Administrative Staff

Christina is our office manager and graduated from UMBC with a degree in Health Administration and Public Policy with a focus on Public Health. She was a Dental Assistant during her college career which enhanced her passion for patient advocacy and medicine. Her favorite part of her work day is seeing patients leaving with a beautiful, healthy smile. During her free time, she loves traveling the world with her fiance, and trying new foods from various cultures.

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Christina

Administrative Staff

Christina is our office manager and graduated from UMBC with a degree in Health Administration and Public Policy with a focus on Public Health. She was a Dental Assistant during her college career which enhanced her passion for patient advocacy and medicine. Her favorite part of her work day is seeing patients leaving with a beautiful, healthy smile. During her free time, she loves traveling the world with her fiance, and trying new foods from various cultures.

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Sara

Administrative Staff

Sara is from El Salvador and Honduras, but she was born and raised in Montgomery County, MD. She has been working in the dental field for 5 years. Sara's favorite part of her job is forming relationships with patients and helping them achieve their dream smile. In her free time, she loves to travel, try different foods and spend time outdoors with her daughter.

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Vivian

Administrative Staff

Vivian was born and raised in Maryland. She earned her degree in Public Health with a focus on Health Administration where she learned about her passion for patient comprehension and empowerment. Her favorite part of the day is seeing patients leave with a bright smile and a happy dental experience. In her free time, she loves to try new foods and watch Korean dramas.

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Christina

Administrative Staff

Christina is our office manager and graduated from UMBC with a degree in Health Administration and Public Policy with a focus on Public Health. She was a Dental Assistant during her college career which enhanced her passion for patient advocacy and medicine. Her favorite part of her work day is seeing patients leaving with a beautiful, healthy smile. During her free time, she loves traveling the world with her fiance, and trying new foods from various cultures.

Sara

Administrative Staff

Sara is from El Salvador and Honduras, but she was born and raised in Montgomery County, MD. She has been working in the dental field for 5 years. Sara's favorite part of her job is forming relationships with patients and helping them achieve their dream smile. In her free time, she loves to travel, try different foods and spend time outdoors with her daughter.

Vivian

Administrative Staff

Vivian was born and raised in Maryland. She earned her degree in Public Health with a focus on Health Administration where she learned about her passion for patient comprehension and empowerment. Her favorite part of the day is seeing patients leave with a bright smile and a happy dental experience. In her free time, she loves to try new foods and watch Korean dramas.

Assistant Team

Stefanny

Dental Assistant

Stefanny was born in Ecuador and has lived in Silver Spring for the majority of her life. She started as a Dental Assistant after graduating high school and began working at the front desk shortly after. Her favorite part about working at the practice is being able to interact with each patient and assist them with their insurance questions. When she’s not working, Stefanny is spending time with family as well as traveling and finding new food spots!

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Stefanny

Dental Assistant

Stefanny was born in Ecuador and has lived in Silver Spring for the majority of her life. She started as a Dental Assistant after graduating high school and began working at the front desk shortly after. Her favorite part about working at the practice is being able to interact with each patient and assist them with their insurance questions. When she’s not working, Stefanny is spending time with family as well as traveling and finding new food spots!

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Taylor

Dental Assistant

Taylor grew up in Hampstead, Maryland but now lives in Laurel. She graduated from University of Maryland, College Park and has previously worked as a dental assistant at an oral surgery practice. Now in general dentistry, she enjoys helping give patients the smiles that they deserve! Her favorite part of working at the practice is educating patients about their treatment and making them as comfortable as possible during their visits. In her free time, Taylor loves singing, hiking, and cuddling with her cat Charlie.

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Silvia

Dental Assistant

Originally from El Salvador, Silvia started her journey in the dental field as a front desk receptionist in 2019. However, after encountering our exceptional team, she immediately recognized the profound difference she could make as a dental assistant. Silvia finds fulfillment in patients' visible happiness and satisfaction after their dental appointments. When she's not at work, Silvia enjoys going to the movies and loves spending time with her friends, family, and cats.

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Sarah

Dental Assistant

Sarah is originally from Brazil ande she was actually a practicing dentist there prior to moving to the United States. She is passionate about fixing and improving teeth and helping people achieve oral health. She pursues all kinds of adventures and loves to travel the world. She lives with her husband locally in Silver Spring and they have a sweet dog named Luna.

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Trinity

Dental Assistant

Trinity is from Howard County, MD and a recent graduate from the University of Maryland in Public Health Science. She aspires to be a dentist one day herself! She enjoys meeting with patients and working as a team with the other staff members at Colesville Dentistry. Besides dentistry, Trinity is also passionate about traveling, spending time with family and friends, and reading romance novels.

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Emily

Dental Assistant

Emily grew up in Vermont but moved to Maryland in her early 20s. Emily received her Bachelors Degree in Biology in Pennsylvania. She received her Certification in Dental Assisting near after and has previously worked as a surgical assistant in a Periodontal office. Emily loves connecting with patients from all walks of life and enjoys being a true dental nerd at heart! In Emily’s free time, she loves to spend quality time with family, reading romantic comedy books, and making memories with friends!

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Stefanny

Dental Assistant

Stefanny was born in Ecuador and has lived in Silver Spring for the majority of her life. She started as a Dental Assistant after graduating high school and began working at the front desk shortly after. Her favorite part about working at the practice is being able to interact with each patient and assist them with their insurance questions. When she’s not working, Stefanny is spending time with family as well as traveling and finding new food spots!

Taylor

Dental Assistant

Taylor grew up in Hampstead, Maryland but now lives in Laurel. She graduated from University of Maryland, College Park and has previously worked as a dental assistant at an oral surgery practice. Now in general dentistry, she enjoys helping give patients the smiles that they deserve! Her favorite part of working at the practice is educating patients about their treatment and making them as comfortable as possible during their visits. In her free time, Taylor loves singing, hiking, and cuddling with her cat Charlie.

Silvia

Dental Assistant

Originally from El Salvador, Silvia started her journey in the dental field as a front desk receptionist in 2019. However, after encountering our exceptional team, she immediately recognized the profound difference she could make as a dental assistant. Silvia finds fulfillment in patients' visible happiness and satisfaction after their dental appointments. When she's not at work, Silvia enjoys going to the movies and loves spending time with her friends, family, and cats.

Sarah

Dental Assistant

Sarah is originally from Brazil ande she was actually a practicing dentist there prior to moving to the United States. She is passionate about fixing and improving teeth and helping people achieve oral health. She pursues all kinds of adventures and loves to travel the world. She lives with her husband locally in Silver Spring and they have a sweet dog named Luna.

Trinity

Dental Assistant

Trinity is from Howard County, MD and a recent graduate from the University of Maryland in Public Health Science. She aspires to be a dentist one day herself! She enjoys meeting with patients and working as a team with the other staff members at Colesville Dentistry. Besides dentistry, Trinity is also passionate about traveling, spending time with family and friends, and reading romance novels.

Emily

Dental Assistant

Emily grew up in Vermont but moved to Maryland in her early 20s. Emily received her Bachelors Degree in Biology in Pennsylvania. She received her Certification in Dental Assisting near after and has previously worked as a surgical assistant in a Periodontal office. Emily loves connecting with patients from all walks of life and enjoys being a true dental nerd at heart! In Emily’s free time, she loves to spend quality time with family, reading romantic comedy books, and making memories with friends!

Mission of Mercy

Giving Back to Silver Spring


Drs. Eric and Kevin Chai are truly dedicated to helping make their community a healthier place. The brothers are proud to be a part of Mission of Mercy, an organization that, for the last 25 years, has been providing free healthcare, dental care, and medication to those who are uninsured or have otherwise “fallen through the cracks” of the healthcare system. To date, Mission of Mercy has provided over 200,000 individual visits for people who need it most.

One of the main reasons that Drs. Eric and Kevin Chai became dentists was to help improve the lives of others and give them instant relief from their pain. Many of the people that the brothers are able to serve at Mission of Mercy have endured chronic pain and will stand in line for hours just to receive dental treatment. It's an amazing privilege and opportunity to be able to make an immediate impact on patient's lives and allow them to live a relatively normal life again without pain. Drs. Eric and Kevin Chai love volunteering at these types of events to help the underserved and plan on continuing to partner with Mission of Mercy for years to come.

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