Upper St. Clair dentist in Summerfield Commons

Nervous about the dentist?You'll feel the difference here.

Dr. Jeff Verner explains every step, shows you what he sees, and is known for the gentlest numbing shots around. General and cosmetic dentistry for your whole family, with a team that treats you like one of their own.

★ 4.7 on Google ✓ Welcoming new patients ● 25+ years of experience

Built for anxious patients

The dentist people stop dreading.

Many of Dr. Verner's patients came in after a bad experience somewhere else. Here, you're comfortable before your appointment starts, and nothing happens until you understand it.

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Gentle numbing

Gentle local anesthesia is a point of pride, and patients mention it again and again.

See it for yourself

Treatment is explained with your x-rays and photos, and every question gets answered.

A calmer room

A trickling water fountain and a massage chair help you settle in before treatment begins.

Treated like family

A small, long-tenured team who know your name, your family and your smile goals.

Services

Everything your smile needs, in one office.

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Preventive care for the whole family

Regular visits catch small problems, including quiet gum issues, before they turn into big ones. Your hygienist and Dr. Verner walk you through what they find, with images on screen.

  • Exams & cleaningsThorough, gentle cleanings and a full checkup.
  • Digital x-raysClear images you can see for yourself.
  • FluorideExtra protection against cavities.
  • Non-surgical gum treatmentDeep cleaning to treat gum disease early.

A brighter, more confident smile

Cosmetic work is planned with you, so results look natural and feel like you.

  • Teeth whiteningOpalescence whitening for a noticeably brighter smile.
  • Porcelain veneersReshape and brighten chipped or stained teeth.
  • LumineersUltra-thin veneers with minimal prep.
  • Tooth-colored fillingsNatural-looking repairs with no metal.

Repair and replace with care

When a tooth is damaged or missing, Dr. Verner restores comfort, function and looks.

  • CrownsStrong, natural-looking caps for weak teeth.
  • BridgesFill the gap left by a missing tooth.
  • Implant restorationsCrowns and teeth placed on dental implants.
  • Valplast partialsFlexible, comfortable partial dentures.
★Crowns and veneers are made with a local lab whose award-winning artisans match each tooth to your smile.
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Dr. Jeff Verner, DMD

General & Cosmetic Dentist

  • 25+ years caring for South Hills smiles
  • Pitt School of Dental Medicine graduate
  • Residency at UPMC Montefiore
  • Pittsburgh born and raised

Meet Dr. Verner

A hometown dentist who takes his time.

Dr. Verner believes good dentistry starts with listening. He explains what he sees, shows you your x-rays and photos, and makes sure you are comfortable with the plan before anything begins.

He grew up in White Oak and graduated from McKeesport High School, so the Pittsburgh area has always been home. After Duquesne University, he earned his dental degree at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine and completed his residency at UPMC Montefiore.

Outside the office, he is a dad to three kids, Christian, Ava and Noah, and to Brodie, the family's golden retriever.

  • Duquesne UniversityUndergraduate studies in Pittsburgh.
  • Pitt School of Dental MedicineDoctor of Dental Medicine (DMD).
  • UPMC Montefiore residencyAdvanced hospital-based training.
  • 17 years in Bethel ParkBuilt his first private practice and a loyal patient family.
  • Summerfield Commons todayHis own practice again, on Washington Road in Upper St. Clair.

Meet the team

Familiar faces, year after year.

Much of this team has worked together for decades. When you call or come in, you'll be greeted by people who remember you.

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Chris

Office manager

Running the office since 1997, and in dentistry since 1983.

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Jody

Front office

About 20 years with the office and 37 years in dentistry.

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Kelli

Dental assistant

43 years of experience, 17 of them alongside Dr. Verner.

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Michele

Front office

19+ years in the dental field and a warm welcome at the desk.

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Grace

Dental hygienist

A 2025 graduate of The Ohio State University hygiene program.

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Tori

Dental hygienist

A West Virginia University graduate, cleaning teeth since 2020.

25+years for Dr. Verner
40+years for Chris and Kelli
6people who know your name
4.7
★★★★★Average rating from patients on Google

What patients say

The same things, again and again.

Read through Dr. Verner's Google reviews and a few themes keep coming up. Here they are in a nutshell.

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The gentlest shots

Patients say the numbing barely registers, even for people who have dreaded it for years.

Kelli S., Terri K., Rebekah B.
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Calm for anxious patients

People who were nervous about the dentist describe feeling relaxed and at ease here.

Jaime B., Rebekah B.
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He shows you everything

Dr. Verner uses your x-rays and photos to explain what's going on and why.

Kelli S., Ann
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Natural-looking results

Crowns and cosmetic work blend in so well that patients say no one can tell.

Ann, Mike R., Jaime B.
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Whole families stay

Parents, kids and grandparents keep coming back, some for many years.

Doug F., Tyler H., Terri K.
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A staff that feels like family

The team is friendly, welcoming and remembers you from visit to visit.

Doug F., Mike R., Ann

Visit us

Right inside Summerfield Commons.

Easy parking and a short trip from Upper St. Clair, Bethel Park, Mt. Lebanon and the rest of the South Hills.

Address2585 Washington Rd, Suite 110
Pittsburgh, PA 15241
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Office hours
Monday7:30 am to 4:30 pm
Tuesday7:30 am to 4:30 pm
Wednesday7:30 am to 4:30 pm
Thursday7:30 am to 4:30 pm
FridayClosed
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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Let's find a time that works for you.

Send a quick note and the front office will call you back to set up your visit. New patients and families are always welcome.

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412-854-4492

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