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Dr. Dwetta Santos DMD, FAGD

Education
Dr. Santos received her dental degree from Case Western Reserve University in 2011 and her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California, Irvine in 2006. In the course of her education, Dr. Santos has been involved in dental research, with an interest in periodontal disease and its effect on post-menopausal women. In June 2012, Dr. Santos completed an Advanced General Dentistry training residency at the Bay Pines VA in Florida. Dr. Santos is also a fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry, a title of which only 6% of dentists in the country hold.

Dr. Santos enjoys all aspects of general dentistry, particularly cosmetic procedures, crown and bridge, facial injectables and fillers, and Invisalign.

Serving communities with little to no access to health and care through mission work at home and abroad has long been a focus and passion in Dr. Santos’ career. She is currently the President of the Greater Cleveland Dental Society Foundation and sits on the board of several other committees. Her involvements and training reflect her commitment to the highest standards of patient care, treatment innovation, and leadership.

Memberships: The American Dental Association, The Ohio Dental Association, The Greater Cleveland Dental Society, The Academy of Facial Esthetics, and The Academy of General Dentistry

Outside of her profession, Dr. Santos enjoys exercising, the outdoors, sporting events, traveling, and cooking. Her family is a great source of joy and support, and she loves spending time with her husband, twin boys, and daughter.

Meet the Team

Rachel

Rachel is the first friendly face you see when you come to our office! Rachel is a Chagrin Falls native and graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science from Ohio State University before relocating back to the area in 2018. She joined the Chagrin Valley Dental team soon after, and has been the smiling face of the practice and friendly voice on the phone ever since! She is an integral part of how we make sure patients are taken care of and set up with everything they need, from the moment they book their appointment, to any follow-ups, future procedures, and insurance details. Rachel loves forming meaningful relationships with patients and providing a warm welcoming environment for anyone that comes to the office.
In her free time, Rachel enjoys hiking and being in nature, staying active, traveling, cooking, baking, and serving the local community through her church and volunteer organizations.
Mel

Mel has been an integral part of Chagrin Valley Dental since they opened their first doors in downtown Chagrin Falls, and brings a distinctly welcoming feeling to all of our patients. Her genuine smiles and laughter are paired with her expertise in dental care, and makes for an excellent patient experience. She has been in the dental field for 11 years, 4 of those as a dental hygienist, and knows how to make patients feel at ease and taken care of.
Melissa resides in North Royalton with her husband Frank and their cat Tito. In her free time, Mel likes reading, being outdoors, and spending time with her friends and family. Mel strives to educate all patients as well as provide excellent patient care.
Lindsay

Lindsey brings an enormous amount of heart and hard work to Chagrin Valley Dental. As a dental assistant with 15 years experience, she makes sure everyone has what they need, and makes the impossible possible. Her positive attitude brings an element of ease to the office, and she enjoys giving patients a dental experience they will love (not loathe!).
Lindsey is a wife, mother, and northeast Ohio native. After spending the last 12 years in southern Ohio, she is happy to have moved back to the area to be closer to family. Lindsey now resides with her family and their Airedale terrier “Teddy” in Chesterland. In her free time, she enjoys beach combing for glass and fossils, hiking, and running. She used that can-do attitude to her personal life as well, and she completed her 1st half marathon this year!
Trisha

Trisha is the “Jill of all trades”, and brings 8 years of experience as a dental insurance coordinator (and assistant) to our office. She knows the ins and outs of everything dental, and expertly helps our patients navigate insurance approvals, claims, and details. Not only does she ensure that patients get what they need in order to make sure they get the care they need, she does it all with a welcoming smile on her face so our dental family knows they are among family!
Trisha is happily married, and her and her husband have quite a full life with their 3 children, 2 cats, and 1 dog. In her free time, she enjoys going to the gym, vacationing at the beach, and spending time with her friends and family.