Contact Indian Trail Dental Associates to schedule an appointment with Dr. Richard M. Holmes, a cosmetic dentist near Charlotte.
Dr. Richard M Holmes
136 Indian Trail Rd S
Indian Trail, NC 28079
P. (866) 902-6558
F. (704) 821-4310
- Porcelain Veneers
- Dental Bonding
- Dental Crowns
- Dental Bridges
- Tooth Whitening
- Sedation Dentistry
- Dental Implants
- American Dental Association
- Academy of General Dentistry
- National Association of Dental Practitioners
- North Carolina Dental Society
- Second District Dental Society, North Carolina
- Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation
- American Dental Society of Anesthesiology
- Metrolina Dental Society, Charter Member
"My staff and I will give you a warm welcome and our ongoing commitment to your dental health."
-Dr. Richard M. Holmes
About Indian Trail Dental Associates and Richard M. Holmes: Cosmetic Dentist Serving the Charlotte, North Carolina Area
The staff at Indian Trail Dental Associates has worked hard over the years to build a dental facility that the community can trust in and rely on for superior dental care. We not only use our existing expertise to care for our patients, but we constantly seek out new ways to improve patient satisfaction and bring the most current technology to our practice. As a cosmetic dentist serving patients near Charlotte, North Carolina, Dr. Richard M. Holmes and his staff strive to make every patient feel comfortable, safe, and assured through effective communication and considerate service. From cosmetic procedures to restorative procedures, Dr. Holmes has the skill and knowledge to make every patient's visit a success.
Meet Dr. Richard M. Holmes - Respected, Professional, Thoughtful Practitioner
Dr. Richard M. Holmes is a caring, compassionate, and highly dedicated dentist. As a leading cosmetic dentist in the Indian Trails area, near Charlotte, North Carolina, Dr. Holmes takes his responsibility to his patients and community very seriously. He takes pride in placing his patients' care and welfare above all else.
Dr. Holmes received his Doctor of Dental Medicine from Fairleigh S. Dickinson School of Dentistry, New Jersey, in 1980. He practiced in New Jersey until relocating to North Carolina in 1989.
In keeping with his dedication to continuing education, Dr. Holmes has completed numerous courses in family dentistry, crown and bridge work, restorative dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, dental occlusion, endodontic (root canal) therapy, and oral surgery. As a member of the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation, Dr. Holmes was trained in the management of patient anxiety, as well as complex oral sedation. Dr. Holmes completed a residency at the University of Alabama, Birmingham, for advanced training in intravenous (IV) sedation. He is certified in oral and intravenous conscious sedation by the North Carolina Board of Dental Examiners and the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology, College of Conscious Sedation.
Dr. Richard M. Holmes lives in Charlotte with Deborah, his wife of 26 years, and their three children, Allyson, Michael, and Harrison. Outside of his busy dental practice, Dr. Holmes enjoys scuba diving, skiing, golf, and any activity he can enjoy with his family.
Dr. Holmes' skill and expertise in dentistry are complemented by his extensive training in patient anxiety management. Combine these qualities with Dr. Holmes' communicative and pleasant manner, and you have the formula for a first-class dentist - Dr. Richard M. Holmes.
Dr. Richard M. Holmes is affiliated with the following esteemed organizations:
- American Dental Association
- Academy of General Dentistry
- National Association of Dental Practitioners
- North Carolina Dental Society
- Second District Dental Society, North Carolina
- Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation
- American Dental Society of Anesthesiology
- Metrolina Dental Society, Charter Member
Meet the Staff
Dr. Sheena Shukla Hauser
Dr. Sheena Shukla Hauser is a general dentist serving Charlotte and surrounding areas from Indian Trails Dental Associates. Originally from Halifax, Nova Scotia, Dr. Hauser attended Dalhousie University. She subsequently moved to Charlotte, North Carolina to complete a two-year general practice residency at Carolinas Medical Center, Department of Dentistry. During her residency, she gained an appreciation for many aspects of dentistry not typically seen in private practice, such as complex oral surgical procedures, various levels of sedation and emergency room dental procedures.
Outside of her busy career, Dr. Hauser enjoys spending time with her husband, Zach. They love living in Charlotte , particularly its proximity to mountains and beaches. In her free time Dr. Hauser enjoys traveling, scuba diving, and running.
"I am currently enjoying working in a private practice setting and starting a new phase in my dental career."
-Dr. Sheena Shukla Hauser
Kim Barnett
Kim Barnett has been a dental hygienist since 1986. She has been working at Indian Trail Sedation Dental Center for four years. She graduated from Independence High School and Central Piedmont Community College with an Associates Degree in Applied Science. She is licensed in both North and South Carolina in dental hygiene.
Kim has been married to her husband Greg for 18 years and they have two daughters, Brittany and Sarah Ashley. Her hobbies include running, coaching cheerleaders, and attending soccer, football, and basketball games. She is a very active member of her church and enjoys spending time with family and friends. She is also an animal lover and has one dog and three cats.
"I enjoy patient education and feel really good when I am able to work with a patient who feels like there is no hope left for their teeth."
-Kim Barnett
Janice Fuller
Janice Fuller is originally from Auburn, New York, near Syracuse. She graduated from Rochester Dental Assistant School, Rochester, New York in 1984. She is a certified dental assistant and a certified nursing assistant. Ms. Fuller belongs to the National Association of Dental Assisting and enjoys taking continuing education courses.
Janice moved to North Carolina in 1996 with her son, who is involved in football, baseball and basketball. In her free time she enjoys biking, hiking and spending time with her son.
"We consider North Carolina our home."
-Janice Fuller
Diane Jones
Diane Jones has been working as part of Dr. Holmes’ friendly front desk staff since October, 1994. She has been in dentistry in some form or other since she graduated from high school. She was raised in Charlotte but has lived in Union County for 20 years. She has a daughter who she is very proud of and she now has a 5-month-old grandson.
"I am very lucky to have wonderful friends and family around me."
- Diane Jones
Amanda Jordan
Amanda Jordan lived in Indian Trail for 20 years and recently moved to Weddington. She graduated from Sun Valley High School in May of 2002. In August of 2002 she began working as a dental assistant for Dr. Holmes.
Amanda will be getting married on July 14, 2006. She has been dating her fiancé for six years. In her spare time, she enjoys visiting with family, spending time with friends and planning her wedding.
"I have been here for three years, now, and I love my job, because I love the interaction with all the patients."
-Amanda Jordan
Karen V. Ledford
Karen V. Ledford is a registered dental hygienist and has been working with cosmetic dentist Dr. Richard M. Holmes since 1994. Although not a native of North Carolina, she grew up in the Charlotte area. She graduated from Olympic High School and then from Central Piedmont Community College, subsequently receiving her Associate of Applied Science degree in Dental Hygiene. She is a member of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association, the North Carolina Dental Hygiene Association, the Charlotte Metrolina Dental Hygiene Society, and the North Carolina Academy of Advanced Studies. She served as secretary for NCDHA for two terms and served as secretary treasurer for CMDHS for three terms. She is currently licensed in both North Carolina and South Carolina.
Karen lives in Charlotte with her husband Mark and their two boys, Greyson and Camden. The majority of her free time is spent raising her children and enjoying her family.
"In a general practice, it is rewarding to work with such a diverse group of patients. I enjoy helping the young patients through their first visits and the accomplishment of adults achieving optimal oral health."
-Karen V. Ledford
Marianne Shoup
Marianne Shoup is originally from Indian Trail and graduated from Sun Valley High School In 1993. She has worked with Dr. Holmes since 1995, when she started as a dental assistant. She furthered her education in 1996 and became a registered dental hygienist. Marianne graduated in 1998 from CPCC with an Associates Degree in Applied Science in Dental Hygiene.
Outside of work, Marianne enjoys traveling, horseback riding and spending time with her husband and their three dogs.
"I enjoy helping people keep their mouth in optimal dental health. We have a wonderful staff here and strive to make people feel comfortable when they come in for dental treatment."
-Marianne Shoup
Becky Slaughter
Becky Slaughter is from Liberty, West Virginia. She graduated from high school in 1993 and moved to North Carolina in 1998. Becky has been working for Dr. Holmes for seven years as a dental assistant.
Becky has two children Ashley, age 6, and Tanner, age 14 months. In her free time she likes to hike in the mountains with her husband and children.
"I trained in sedation dental care in Charleston, South Carolina and have been assisting Dr. Holmes in sedation dentistry for more than a year."
-Becky Slaughter
Lauren Yates Wenger
Lauren Yates Wenger graduated from Weddington High School and then attended North Carolina Dental Assistant Training School, graduating in August of 2004. She has been working with Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Richard M. Holmes in Charlotte, North Carolina since January of 2005.
She is married to Greg Wenger and has a son who is very active and loves to be outside. Lauren also loves the outdoors and enjoys spending time with her family. Her husband is a full-time student and plays basketball for Wingate University. After her husband graduates, Lauren plans to continue her education and become a dental hygienist.
“I enjoy working with Dr. Holmes and his staff at Indian Trail Dental Associates. They are very caring and professional. I love my career and it makes me feel good to know that we’ve made our patients happy by helping them with their teeth.”
-Lauren Yates Wenger
Contact us today to learn more about our staff or cosmetic dentist, Richard M. Holmes, serving the Charlotte area from Indian Trail Dental Associates.