
Meet Dr. Naveen Chennupati
Patients in and around Charlottesville, VA, are fortunate to have access to sophisticated and truly caring dentistry, courtesy of Dr. Naveen Chennupati.
Dr. Chennupati brings to the Virginia region a wealth of clinical experience, rigorous training and, moreover, a strong commitment to the patients and communities that he serves.
About Dr. Naveen Chennupati
Dr. Chennupati is the dentist for dentists and dentist for the doctors. With over 13 years of experience in the field, he is your trusted dentist for root canals. He has performed more than 5,000 root canals and has earned a stellar reputation, not only among his patients but also among fellow dental professionals. Patients from across Virginia seek him out, knowing that his precision and expertise guarantee a painless and procedure, whether it’s a root canal or an extraction.
His skill and passion for working with pediatric patients shows in his dedication to the Sharing Smiles program. He has volunteered his time and services to those who are most vulnerable in our communities: uninsured children. What sets Dr. Chennupati apart is the trust he has built within the dental community. Numerous dental offices refer their patients to him, confident in his ability to deliver the highest quality care. If you’re in need of a root canal or extraction, trust the expertise of Dr. Naveen Chennupati—where advanced care meets exceptional comfort.
Educational Background
Field Experience
Dr. Chennupati blends his passion for health, educating and “coaching” others, and his commitment to community in a number of other ways. Formerly, he trained new doctors as a state dental director. He also started HITT2FIT (for a healthy tomorrow). The free bootcamp program helps many people get into the best shape of their lives. We encourage you to join us!
A talented athlete, Dr. Chennupati competes in United States Tennis Association (USTA) tournaments, and even qualified for the national championships in Texas and Arizona in 2018 and 2021, respectively. His wife, Smitha, also works in healthcare as a physical therapist serving the senior community.
Dr. Chennupati’s patients will tell you that he is a gentle, compassionate, and empathetic dentist. He lives the notion that a healthy community is a happy community. His efforts have been recognized by leading industry associations; the International Association of Dentists named Dr. Chennupati as a “Leading Physician of the World” and “Top General Dentist in Richmond, Virginia” for 2014.
When not staying in shape and helping others to do the same, he loves spending time with his wife and children, Aryan and Arjun.

