Staff

Mini Smiles Pediatric Dentistry specializes in the treatment and care of young children and special needs patients. Our doctors, dental hygienists and staff are all trained in pediatric care and have a love for their jobs working with children.

Dr. Keysra Washington

Keysra M. Washington, D.D.S. – Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry

Dr. Keysra M. Washington is a native of Bolivia, North Carolina. She graduated from East Carolina University receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology.

She went on to attend dental school at Meharry Medical College in Nashville Tennessee earning a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. In realizing her love for working with children, Dr. Washington furthered her education at Howard University receiving an additional two years of specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry.

As a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Washington has earned the highest distinction in this specialty. Practicing now for more than ten years, her professional affiliations include American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), American Dental Association (ADA), College of Diplomates, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD) and the Georgia Dental Association (GDA). In her spare time, Dr. Washington enjoys traveling, dancing, tennis and most of all spending time with family. She is married to her loving and supportive husband, Dr. Jelani Washington of East Atlanta Endodontics and Microsurgery. They are the proud parents of three children (Jelani Jr., Kacey & Jacob).

Dr. Erika Venn

Erika Venn, D.D.S. – Doctor of Dental Surgery

Dr. Erika Venn is a native of Indianapolis, Indiana. She completed her undergraduate studies at Spelman College in Atlanta, GA, where she received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Natural Science with a concentration in Biology. Dr. Venn went on to earn a Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree at the prestigious Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN. Following dental school, Dr. Venn completed a general practice residency at The University of Texas at Houston.

Upon completion of her residency, Dr. Venn relocated to Atlanta, GA to practice as a General Dentist for eight years. During her years of practice, she developed an interest in pediatric dentistry. She has since dedicated her dental career to treating children and teens.

Dr. Venn is a member of The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), American Dental Association (ADA) and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, shopping, but most importantly spending time with her family. Dr. Venn is married to Dr. Leroy Venn who is the owner of Smile Studio Orthodontics. They have two beautiful children Ian and Nia.