Wake Up to a New Smile at Veranda Dentistry

Dr. Chad Johnson developed Veranda Dentistry (formerly Oral Health Clinic, P.C.) in Pleasant Hill, Iowa, the small Central Iowa town where he was raised.

Dr. Chad is a Southeast Polk High School graduate. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Iowa and continued at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, earning a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2005.

Dr. Chad is a member of the American Dental Association and its local affiliates: Iowa Dental Association and Des Moines District Dental Society, Academy of Laser Dentistry and a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry. He is also involved with the CEREC Mentor Group and serves as a Trainer for other dentists in the state of Iowa for CEREC, a Sirona technology. Currently, Dr. Chad is working on his accreditation for the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

Dr. Chad and his wife, Sarah, have three children–Gabe, Sophia and Daphne. He is an active member of his church, part of the Southeast Polk School District Board of Education and enjoys swimming, cycling and recreational basketball. He looks forward to serving the community where he grew up for years to come.

Dr. Emily Flesner was born and raised in Cedar Rapids, IA where she graduated from John F. Kennedy High School. She then completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Iowa where she received a degree in Health Sciences with a minor in Spanish. During her undergraduate years, she was very involved with Chi Omega and was President of the sorority her final year.

She continued her education at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry where she received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. While in dental school, Dr. Emily was involved with various clubs and organizations, including the American Association of Women Dentists and the Iowa American Student Dental Association. She is currently a member of the American Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry and she looks forward to continuing organizational memberships throughout her career.

When not practicing dentistry, Dr. Emily enjoys spending time with family and friends, working out, spending time outdoors, and trying new restaurants. Dr. Emily is very excited to call the Des Moines area her home and she cannot wait to get involved in the community!

Dr. Jonathan Karch was born and raised in Des Moines, Iowa. He completed his undergraduate studies in biomedical engineering and psychology at the University of Iowa. He then continued on to obtain his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry.

Dr. Jon has spent the past years practicing dentistry in Anchorage, Alaska, with the Indian Health Service at the Alaska Native Medical Center. As a hospital dentist, Dr. Jon provided comprehensive and urgent care to the Native Alaskan and Native American population in and around the Anchorage area. In addition, he made regular trips to the Aleutian island of Atka to provide care to the residents of one of the most remote places in the United States.

Dr. Jon and his wife, Danielle, loved the opportunity to explore the beautiful state of Alaska but always planned on returning to his home city of Des Moines. They recently welcomed their first child, Hudson Jon Karch (21.5″, 8 lbs, 1 oz), in June, 2016. When not practicing dentistry, Dr. Jon enjoys mountain biking, camping, skiing, and participating in recreational sports. He is thrilled to be back in Iowa and looks forward to serving the Des Moines community!