Excellence in dentistry begins with a careful co-diagnosis and treatment plan to establish the goals we will achieve together. Communication and long-term relationships are important to us. Let us know what is on your mind and ask questions. We will help you realize an investment in yourself pays dividends for a lifetime.  We are caring, skilled professionals, dedicated to simplifying what is often a very complicated and confusing area of health care. We want all our patients to be informed and knowledgeable about their dental health care, from treatment plans and services, to insurance coverage.

 Dr. Rhenu Sharma

Dr. Rhenu Sharma grew up attending public schools in North Cambridge, Massachusetts. She graduated from Boston College with Bachelor degrees in Biology and Mathematics. After graduating from Tufts University School of Dental Science, she did a year-long General Practice Hospital Residency at the Boston VA Medical Center concentrating on medically compromised head and neck oncology patients. Dr. Sharma practiced all facets of general dentistry in demanding practices in New York and New Jersey before settling in Maple Valley over 15 years ago. As the mother of two young children, she brings her love of family, over 20 years of clinical experience and natural maternal instincts to patient care at White River Family Dentistry where she enjoys treating patients as old as 6 months and as young as 99 years old. Dr. Sharma enjoys being the first female dentist in Maple Valley practicing with her husband and wonderful associates. Her area of interest centers on helping patients receive the care they desire by presenting different restorative options in a simple and informative manner while explaining insurance benefits. Dr. Sharma is most proud of her friendly and helpful staff that makes every day a fun experience for doctors and patients.

Dr. John B. Ludu

Dr. John B. Ludu is a Canuck from Vancouver, British Columbia. Like most young boys in Canada he dreamed of one day playing ice hockey in the NHL but decided he was better suited becoming a dentist. He graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and a minor in Chemistry. He received his dental degree at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine where he met his wife. Dr. Ludu has advanced surgical training from Penninsula Hospital in Far Rockaway, New York and has taken numerous continuing educational courses in advanced endodontics (root canal studies) and implantology over the past two decades. He has practiced general dentistry in Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey and Arizona before making Washington state his home. Dr. Ludu's patients appreciate his experience and the speed and skill of his surgical technique but mostly his painless extractions and root canals. Dr. Ludu has a no-nonsense approach to dentistry and is commited to his patients and staff. When not treating patients, he can be found driving his children around to their athletic events and socializing with friends.

Dr. Penny Leong

Dr Penny Leong was born and raised in Vancouver, Canada. She attended the University of British Columbia where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry. She went on to attend dental school at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. After graduating, Dr Leong moved back to the west coast and did a one-year general practice residency at the University of Washington. Since then, she has been working in the Puget Sound area in private practice. When she is not treating patients, Dr Leong can be found running half marathons, rowing and practicing yoga. She also enjoys travelling and exploring new places and trying new restaurants.

Dr. Donny Tran grew up on In-N-Out burgers in Southern California. He graduated from the University of California, Irvine with a degree in Biology. As he developed an interest in the health care field, he became a member and eventual Vice-President of Alpha Epsilon Delta, a nation health pre-professional honor society. Dr. Tran continued his education at the University of Southern California School of Dentistry, where he earned his degree in dentistry. While at USCSD, he was elected as President of VDSA, a dental student association whose goal was to promote the welfare of both the dental student and the surrounding community. He has participated in a number of outreach programs such as Doctors Out To Care, VDOC, and Mobile Clinic. Dr. Tran continues to enjoy education and providing quality dental care to all of his patients. He also enjoys using the carpool lane with his lovely wife on their daily commute to work together.