Meet The Dentists

Dr. Richardson

Dr. Michael Richardson, DMD

Dr. Richardson graduated from the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. Prior to becoming a dentist, he was a physical therapist, and his love of providing health care to patients has continued into his dental career. Dr. Richardson obtained his undergraduate degree in Biology from Duke University, and a Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy from The University of Miami.

After spending several years practicing dentistry out west in Arizona, Dr. Richardson moved back east to be closer to family and friends. He loves motorcycling, and spends much of his free time exploring the beautiful landscape and back roads all over Georgia. He also enjoys watching motorcycle and automobile racing, and is a big college football fan.

BUFORD DENTIST, LAKE LANIER SMILES DENTAL OFFICE

Dr. Ankita Agrawal DDS, PhD

Dr.Ankita Aggarwal earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery(DDS) and PhD in Medical Microbiology and Immunology from Creighton University, Omaha, NE. She is originally from India and earned Maters in Chemistry from Punjab University.

Dr.Aggarwal is passionate about providing the most comprehensive treatment experience to her patients including both children and adults. She constantly keeps herself updated with novel research and technology through participating in continuing education courses.

She is fluent in English, Hindi and Punjabi. In her free time, she enjoys dancing with her two boys and husband on punjabi beat. She loves to cook for her friends and family. Some of her favorite things to do besides dentistry are drawing, painting, singing, and most importantly spending time with her family.

 

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

American Dental Association ( ADA)

Academy of General Dentistry (AGD)

American Academy of Women Dentist ( AAWD)

Georgia Dental Association (GDA)

 

AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

Dean’s List Award ( Junior year)

Dean’s List Award (senior year)

Outstanding Achievement Academy Award in Operative Dentistry

 

COMMUNITY SERVICE

St. Francis Mission Dental Clinic

Project Homeless Connect Omaha

One World Community Health Center Inc

Healthy Smiles

Dr. Praveen Gudipati, DMD, MPH, FAGD

Dr.Gudipati studied and practiced dentistry in India for 2 years before moving to the US and receiving his DMD degree at Boston University in 2007. He also has a Master’s in Public Health from Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green,KY.

Dr. Gudipati’s professional affiliations include:

  • The American Dental Association
  • The Georgia Dental Association
  • The Academy of General Dentistry
  • The International Association of Implantology

Dr. Gudipati has completed over 500 hours of continuing education and is eligible to apply for his Fellowship with the Academy of General dentistry. He has also taken many professional courses including dental implant studies and Level I and II training on 6 Month Smiles.

Often called as Dr. G, he lives with his beautiful wife and two daughters in Cumming, Ga.