Rima B. Patel, DMD, MAGD

Dr. Rima Patel
Dr. Rima Patel
Dr. Patel grew up in Shelton, Connecticut and received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Philosophy from Boston University. She attended University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine. Upon getting her D.M.D. degree, she completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency program at University of Missouri at Kansas City.

Dr. Patel is an active member of the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Patel stays current with new technology and evolving dental care through continuing education courses. Because of her commitment to her profession, Dr. Patel was awarded her fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry in 2018 and her Masters in the Academy of General Dentistry is 2020. Only 2% of general dentists have received this honor. The Mastership Award is the highest honor available in the AGD and one of the most respected designations in the profession. This accomplishment meets the highest criteria for professional excellence. To accomplish this, Dr. Patel completed more than 1,100 hours of continuing dental education in the 16 disciplines of dentistry, including 400 hours dedicated to hands-on skills and techniques. As a recipient of this award, Dr. Patel has joined 2,208 members of the dental community who understand that great smiles and good oral health for their patients are the result of going above and beyond basic requirements.

Family is the most important part of Dr. Patel’s life and a great source of happiness. Dr. Patel is happily married and the mother of 2 beautiful daughters. In her spare time, Dr. Patel enjoys playing tennis, reading, traveling, and spending time with her family!

Talia Johnson, DDS

Dr. Talia Johnson
Dr. Talia Johnson
Dr. Johnson grew up in both Brooklyn, New York and Kalamazoo, Michigan. She earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from Howard University, and attended The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where she earned her D.D.S. degree. She completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency through NYU. She has pursued additional training in extractions, grafting, and implant placement, and is working towards fellowship with the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID.) Dr. Johnson is passionate about getting to know her patients, while delivering high quality care. She has tremendous empathy for anxious patients, and works intentionally to make dental visits comfortable and calm.

Dr. Johnson currently serves as a Board Ambassador for CAFI (Community Action for Improvement) Board of Directors, an organization that works to support low income families in Coweta, Carroll, Heard, Meriwether, and Troup counties. She is passionate about the important work they do, as it aligns with her core purpose of serving others. Dr. Johnson volunteers with Head Start Programs to help children and parents access the oral health care they need. Dr. Johnson loves her family dearly, and enjoys spending free time with her husband, son, daughter, and two dogs.

About Our Practice

At Newnan Dentistry, we don’t just treat your family.  We treat you like family!  Dr. Rima Patel and Dr. Talia Johnson provide comprehensive dental services to patients of all ages in Newnan and beyond. Our experienced and friendly staff go out of their way to make every patient feel welcomed and relaxed during their visit.

​Our office utilizes state-of-the-art technology and materials, including intraoral cameras and digital imaging equipment to aid in early detection of problems before they turn into larger issues.  By detecting decay and other dental problems early, we are able to help our patients avoid costly dental procedures.

​We cover a large range of needs and concerns yet we still provide personal, individual attention and care to everyone.  Our dental team takes the time to get to know you and listens to your concerns.  We put you in control of your oral health by providing you with options.  

Dr. Rima Patel and Dr. Talia Johnson continue to stay up to date with any changes occurring in the world of dentistry, in order to provide the highest quality of care by attending dental meeting, seminars and exceeding continuing education requirements.

Newnan Dentistry is part of your community.  We’ve been in the Newnan area for many years and we enjoy being a small part of our patients’ lives.  We’ve seen families grow up in front of our very eyes and we’ve been entrusted with their next generation of children as well.  We live, work, and play near you and have a vested interest in making this community even stronger.

Thank you for visiting our website.  On these pages you will find valuable information about us and the dental services we provide.  Whether you are a new or existing patient, please feel free to text or call us at 770-251-6868 if you have any questions.

We look forward to helping you smile brightly now and for many years to come!

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