Dr. Dana Culda – Prosthodontist
Dr. Culda is a native of Romania, where she earned her dental degree from ‘Iuliu Hatieganu’ School of Dentistry and furthered her education with a residency in Advanced General Dentistry at the same institution. Art and science were always subjects at which she excelled as a student, and practicing dentistry has allowed her to combine these skills to benefit others.
After practicing dentistry for 10 years, she and her husband relocated to Boston, where she continued her education at Boston University. There, she completed advanced graduate studies in Prosthodontics and earned a specialized post-doctorate degree. Dr. Culda believes that education sets her apart from most other dentists. She continually advances her clinical skills through continuing education courses and stays at the forefront of dental technologies.
Dr. Culda is passionate about her work and values the opportunity to improve the lives of her patients and community with her expertise and experience. Whether it’s brightening your smile, fixing dental work, or addressing worn or chipped teeth, Dr. Culda takes the time to listen to your concerns and offers personalized options to help you achieve the smile you’ve always dreamed of.
Dr. Culda is fortunate to work alongside her husband, Will, who is not only a managing partner of the practice but also a highly skilled dental technician. He creates all the beautiful restorations in their state-of-the-art digital dental laboratory using the latest available technologies. Together, they take pride in delivering the highest quality care, utilizing digital impressions, designing, 3D printing, and milling.
They have a son, who brings joy and many smiles to their lives. Outside the office, they enjoy outdoor activities and spending time with family and friends.
Deah, RDH
Deah grew up in Washington State and Montana but has lived in 10 different states throughout her life. She moved to Virginia in 2010 and now considers it her home. After being a stay-at-home mom with her son for 8 years, Deah discovered her passion for dentistry. She began her dental career by earning a Certification in Dental Assisting through Germanna Community College and was later accepted into the Dental Hygiene program at Northern Virginia Community College. With 11 years of dental experience, Deah brings a wealth of knowledge and skill to the practice.
Outside of dentistry, Deah enjoys a variety of hobbies, including fluid artistry—believing that “Art washes away the dust of everyday life”—as well as DIY projects, woodworking, and remodeling her family home. She also enjoys working on cars with her husband. Deah lives by the mantra, “If you think it, you can do anything you put your mind to.” In her downtime, she loves spending quality time with her family, creating lasting memories. She also believes, “Humanity has unquestionably one really exceptional weapon — laughter.”
Deah loves what she does and treasures the wonderful relationships she builds with her patients over the years. Her goal is to deliver oral hygiene education and treatment, helping her patients maintain healthy smiles.
Shirley- Front Desk Representative
Shirley joined DC Dental Care as a Front Desk Representative in February 2018 and brings 15 years of experience in the dental field. She enjoys helping and interacting with patients, making their experience as comfortable as possible. Outside of work, Shirley loves traveling, dining out, and spending time outdoors. Her favorite part of her job is building trust with patients and making them feel at home.
Jennifer – Front Desk Representative
Jennifer is a highly organized dental administrative assistant with 28 years of experience in providing exceptional patient care. She is skilled in managing appointment schedules, maintaining accurate patient records, and is dedicated to delivering a positive and compassionate experience for every patient. In her free time, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her children and grandchildren, as well as staying active by swimming and hiking with her husband.
Briana- Dental Assistant
Briana has been working as a dental assistant since 2015 and has loved every minute of it. She recently earned her certification as a dental assistant and is now working toward becoming a dental hygienist. Briana is passionate about ensuring that her patients are well-educated and comfortable during their visits to the dental office. She loves seeing healthy smiles and happy patients! Outside of work, Briana enjoys spending time with her friends and family.
Yanci – Dental Assistant
Yanci began her career in the dental field through the Dental Assisting program at SCTC. She has been working as a dental assistant since 2024, with a strong focus on making a positive impact on others, both by improving their health and helping them smile. In her free time, Yanci enjoys creating art, going on nature walks, bird watching, playing video games, reading, attending car meets, and spending quality time with her loved ones.
Will Szabo- Managing Partner – Bringing over two decades of business management experience to DC Dental Care, Mr. Szabo has made dental practice management his career specialty with his entrepreneurial spirit. As Director of Operations, he has developed a clear vision through hands-on experience, allowing him to continually keep DC Dental at the forefront of ever-evolving technological advancements. A graduate of ‘Dimitrie Cantemir’ University with a major in Dental Technology, Mr. Szabo now resides in Fredericksburg with his wife and son. In his spare time, he enjoys biking, golfing, skiing, and playing tennis.
Maritza- Assistant Manager
Maritza joined DC Dental Care as an Accounts Receivables Specialist, bringing with her 7 years of experience in dental accounts receivables and over 23 years in financial banking, including managing Virginia Heartland Bank in Stafford. She attended New England College of Finance and the University of Virginia. In 2006, she was a member of the Rock Hill Ruritan Club of Stafford and a member of the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce in 2007. Maritza was also named a Paul Harris Fellow by the Stafford Rotary Club in 2006. Fluent in both English and Spanish, her hobby is cake decorating.