About Ashely C. Epperly, DDS
Dr. Ashley C. Epperly is from Hanover County, Virginia. She graduated from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a B.A. in Industrial Relations. After graduation she took a position as vice president of her family’s dry cleaning business. After two years in this position, she enrolled in Virginia Commonwealth University where she concentrated on her science courses in preparation for a career in dentistry. She was accepted to attend the Medical College of Virginia’s School of Dentistry and graduated Magna Cum Laude. Upon completion of dental school, she was accepted as a resident in the Medical College of Virginia’s School of Dentistry Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency Program. During that year of advanced study, she focused on comprehensive cosmetic and restorative dentistry. She has been in private practice continuously since graduation. Dr. Epperly has been with Grove for 13 years, and she loves her job because dentistry gives her the opportunity to educate and restore. She enjoys talking to patients about the importance of their oral health and how it does affect their overall health. She stresses, that in this busy life, we need to start putting our health first, and that includes good cleaning of our mouths, with brushing, flossing, and regular check-ups. She also finds it very rewarding to restore a tooth to its natural form and function. She views herself as an artist and takes her job seriously, only accepting the best. In addition to caring for her patients, Dr. Epperly is married to David, a Richmond attorney, and is the mother of four children and a Goldendoddle named Lucy. She enjoys time with her family and playing tennis. She also loves supporting The International Hospital for Children, a charity that provides medical and dental surgeries to some of the most underserved areas in the world. This opportunity fills her heart, and she hopes to provide additional support in future years. Dr. Epperly believes that a healthy smile is an important part of a healthy life, and that a beautiful smile will enrich your life. She believes it is important to inform and educate each patient about their dental needs and share with them their dental care options. It is through good communication that a successful patient-dentist relationship begins.