Dr. Chad Johnson
DDS, FAGD
Dr. Chad Johnson developed Veranda Dentistry (formerly Oral Health Clinic, P.C.) in Pleasant Hill, Iowa, the Central Iowa town where he was raised. He is a Southeast Polk High School graduate. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Iowa and continued at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, earning a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2005.
Dr. Chad has been a member of the American Dental Association and its local affiliates: Iowa Dental Association and Des Moines District Dental Society; the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry; the American Academy of Facial Esthetics; the Academy of Laser Dentistry; and he is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and Diplomate of the International Dental Implant Association. He was involved with the CEREC Mentor Group for five years and trained other dentists in Iowa on CEREC, a Sirona technology.
He is an FAGD (Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry) dentist, a distinction achieved by only about 6 percent of general dentists in the U.S. and Canada. Earning this fellowship requires dedication to dental continuing education (CE) beyond graduation. He also graduated from the Kois Center in 2026 after completing 270 hours of advanced continued education with Dr. John Kois in Seattle.
Dr. Chad and his wife, Sarah, have three children–Gabe, Sophia, and Daphne. He is an active church member who enjoys swimming, cycling, photography, traveling, working in his greenhouse, and learning various languages. He thoroughly enjoys serving the community where he grew up.
KOIS Trained
Dr. Chad Johnson is a graduate of the Kois Center, an educational network of dentists trained and inspired by the research of the Kois Research Center and its founder, Dr. John Kois. The Kois Center is the only continuing education program in the country that conducts and publishes independent research. Each course is updated annually, based on new scientific evidence.
- I’m An FAGD Dentist!
What Does That Mean For You & Your Family?
FAGD stands for Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry. Earning a Fellowship takes dedication to dental continuing education (CE) beyond graduation. Only about 6 percent of general dentists in the U.S. and Canada are AGD Fellows. When you see a dentist with FAGD after their name, you can rest assured they care about knowing the latest techniques and best practices in dentistry. AGD Fellows practice these techniques in a classroom setting multiple times a year—not every dentist does this.
To Become An AGD Fellow, A Dentist Must:
- Complete over 500 credit hours of CE.
- Earn 350 of those 500 credits in live courses.
- Pass an exam equal in difficulty to board certification exams.
A Philosophy Rooted In Community & Comprehensive Care
Dr. Chad Johnson returned to Iowa to build something more meaningful than a dental office — he set out to create a place where neighbors feel respected, informed, and supported in their health decisions. As a Southeast Polk High School graduate, he understands the values of this community and the importance of providing care that families can trust for generations.
At Veranda Dentistry, every visit begins with a comprehensive, clearly explained examination designed to identify risks, uncover underlying concerns, and outline practical solutions. Dr. Chad believes patients deserve to understand their options and choose the pace and path that fits their goals, lifestyle, and budget. This patient-guided approach ensures care feels collaborative rather than directive.
Many patients arrive feeling anxious, embarrassed, or discouraged about their oral health. Our team is committed to restoring dignity to the dental experience by listening without judgment, explaining conditions with clarity, and offering solutions that remove barriers to care — including sedation options and flexible payment arrangements. We frequently welcome individuals who have delayed treatment, are missing teeth, or feel self-conscious about their smile, and we take pride in helping them regain comfort and confidence.
Guided by core values of being attentive, compassionate, optimistic, reliable, and efficient, our team focuses on solutions that support both oral and overall health. From advanced periodontal therapy and airway-focused considerations to start-to-finish implant care and smile design, our goal is to help patients achieve lasting function, aesthetics, and well-being.
Our promise is simple: every patient receives a thorough, thoughtfully explained evaluation and the guidance needed to protect their smile for life.