Brookhaven Team
Passionate, knowledgeable professionals you can trust
Dr. Jeffrey Chen, DMD
Dr. Chen strives to provide the best treatment for his patients while being gentle, patient and detail oriented. He understands that many people are nervous and anxious about going to see the dentist. This is why he provides for every patient a comfortable and relaxed experience. His career goal is to gain trust and confidence through clinical excellence and following the “Golden Rule” by treating others as he would want to be treated. Dr. Chen is a native of Marietta, GA. After graduating from McEachern High School, he attended Emory University and received his Bachelors of Science in Biology. He received his dental degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. After graduation, He went to practice in rural South Georgia where he has been helping the underserved community. Throughout his career, Dr. Chen has practiced all aspects of dentistry. His biggest passion is utilizing the CEREC technology, which allows for same day treatment of veneers and onlays. He understands that it can be hard to make time to see the dentist, and tries his hardest to be efficient and serve your needs as quickly as possible.
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Dr. Chen is married to his childhood sweetheart, Jane, and has twin Maltese-poodle dogs. He enjoys spending time with his family and friends, watching movies, running, NBA basketball, and travelling.
Dr. Vik Bhatia, DMD
As a Georgia native, Druid Hills High School graduate and Medical College of GA Alum, Dr. Vik is proud to serve the Brookhaven community and surrounding areas. After attending MCG, where he received his Doctorate in Dental Medicine (DMD), he had the unique opportunity to work with dental cosmetic specialists throughout the city, while acquiring additional experience in general dentistry through his work with a large group practice here in Georgia. With these skills he is able to bring artistry and excellence to his everyday work. He enjoys being a general/family dentist, and creating relationships with his patients that will last for generations. Dr. Vik invites patients of all ages to join his practice.
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With the goal of offering first class patient centered dental care, Dr. Vik continues to travel throughout the country, staying abreast of new dental technology and cutting edge innovations for patients. Pain management and painless dentistry are his primary practice goals.
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Dr.Bhatia is focused on his patient’s well being and has taken important steps to ensure their safety. By implementing digital x-rays, he hopes to reduce radiation for his patients, and no longer require the use of chemicals. His dental office also uses special amalgam traps in the office to prevent the mercury in the old silver fillings removed from going into the environment.
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In his personal life, he is very family oriented and enjoys spending time with his wife, Dr. Tasneem Bhatia (Dr. Taz) and their two children Rania and Kabir. He is passionate about serving others as a healer and lives up to the true meaning of a Doctor.
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He is a member of the following organizations:
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Northwestern Dental Society of Georgia
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Medical College of Georgia Alumni Association
Deb Steenland,
Practice Administrator
Deb is an irreplaceable member of our practice. She takes great pride in her team, and is always working hard to support them so that they can focus on providing high caliber patient care. When she is not in office, she loves spending time with her family.
Whitney, RDH
Whitney has been a hygienist for 10 years, and though only recently joining the JCDA team, loves her team and her patients. She is from Brunswick, GA. In her free time, she enjoys trying new restaurants and spending quality time with her family.
Miriam, RDH
Miriam has been in the dental field for more than 16 years create long lasting connections with her patients. She takes pride in providing personalized care to each and every one of them daily at JCDA. Miriam makes sure that everyone she comes across leaves our practice feeling both valued and educated.
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"It it not your client's job to remember you. It is your obligation and responsibility to make sure you're unforgettable. " Patricia Fripp
Erika, Dental Assistant
I have been a dental assistant for 2 years. I've grown to love dentistry and plan to excel in the field. In my free time, I enjoy to hike with my two dogs and read.
Lani, Dental Assistant
I am from Athens, GA. I have been in the dental field since 2018. After working mostly in Oral Surgery and Endodontic specialties- I enjoy the versatility of being in a general practice. In my free time I enjoy reading and spending time with my family.
Kelli, Patient Coordinator
I am currently the Patient Coordinator at JCDA. I am also an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant that spans over 35 years. I have worked in all aspects of dentistry which includes general dentistry, endodontics, periodontics, and oral surgery. I love dentistry and treat our patients like family. In my free time, I enjoy spending with family, dog sitting, watching both college and professional football and the Braves. I am also going to be a Great Auntie in December!
Victoria, Dental Assistant
Victoria started in the dental field in 2011 after graduating from Everest Institute as a dental assistant. Loving all aspects of a dental office she became cross trained in dental administration. She believes her knowledge of both clinical and dental administration gives her the ability to give patients an understanding of their treatment and answering any questions they may have while helping ease some fears. Victoria’s goal is when patients leave the office, they leave happy with full clarity on what needs to be done to keep their mouths healthy as possible. Outside of Johns Creek Dental Associates, she is a mother of two beautiful children and a wife to a firefighter/ EMT. Together as a family they enjoy watching movies on the couch with popcorn and cooking together. In her free time she loves painting and creating new artwork. Georgia has been her home but she was born in New Jersey. She is the first generation born in America from Liberian West African descent. Her bubbly personality helps keeps smiles on patients faces as well as her teams.