Dr. Srinivas Challa, DMD, MPH

Dental School: Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine, 2007 – Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
Graduate School: East Tennessee State University, 2012 – Master of Public Health (MPH)

Dr. Srinivas Challa is an experienced general dentist proudly serving patients in Locust Grove, Georgia and surrounding communities. He earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the prestigious Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine in 2007, where he received the Dr. Joseph Speranza Memorial Award for Excellence in Patient Care. He later expanded his expertise by earning a Master of Public Health degree from East Tennessee State University in 2012.

With a strong foundation in both clinical dentistry and public health, Dr. Challa brings a comprehensive, patient-focused approach to dental care. He has worked extensively in federally qualified health centers and has provided care in public health dentistry, hospital dentistry, tele-dentistry, school-based dentistry, and nursing home dentistry. This diverse experience allows him to confidently treat patients of all ages and backgrounds with personalized, compassionate care.

As a trusted family dentist in Locust Grove, Dr. Challa provides preventive, restorative, and general dental services designed to support long-term oral health. He believes that “a smile is the prettiest thing anyone can wear,” and he is committed to helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles in a comfortable and welcoming environment.

Outside the office, Dr. Challa enjoys watching tennis and cricket, playing pickleball, and attending Broadway shows — especially Phantom of the Opera and My Fair Lady. He is also a devoted dog lover and hopes to one day welcome a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy into his family. He values time with his parents and loved ones and believes strong relationships are at the heart of both life and dentistry.

Dr. Challa is proud to serve the Locust Grove, GA community as part of the DentFirst Dental Care team and looks forward to continuing to provide high-quality dental care to patients throughout Henry County and neighboring areas.

Patients can visit Dr. Challa at DentFirst Dental Care in Locust Grove, Georgia.