Our Team
Meet our team of Pediatric Dentists
Discover the caring team at South Gaston Pediatric Dentistry! Our pediatric dentists are dedicated to your child’s oral health, focusing on education, prevention, and positive motivation to provide quality care that ensures a happy and successful dental journey. Schedule an appointment with one of our compassionate pediatric dentists today.
Dr. Cyril Manchery
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
My name is Dr. Cyril Manchery and I am originally from New Jersey. I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Nova Southeastern University and then attend Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine where he graduated with High Honors and a Distinction in Research. Dr. Manchery then completed his Pediatric Dentistry Residency training at Stony Brook University Hospital in New York. During his residency, Dr. Manchery served as the Chief Resident and was awarded and honored by Stony Brook Hospital for his outstanding excellence as a resident.
Dr. Manchery is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Dental Association.
Dr. Manchery is a firm believer in treating his patients with the utmost care. He aims to make an impact in his patients’ lives by fostering a positive lifelong image of dentistry.
When outside the office, he enjoys spending time with his family and loves running, golfing, and high-intensity interval training. Dr. Manchery is also a big food fanatic and enjoys cooking a good meal.
Dr. Celine Mvula
General Dentist
Dr. Celine is from The Democratic Republic of Congo and moved to North Carolina about 20 years ago. She earned her Bachelor of science in Biology from the University of NC Greensboro and received a Doctorate in Dental Medicine from East Carolina University. Dr. Celine enjoys sharing her knowledge of dentistry with patients! She also enjoys traveling and spending time with family.
Dr. Ashley Goss, DDS
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Ashley Goss is passionate about working with children, shaping positive oral habits in the youth and building long trusting relationships with patient parents. Dr. Goss pursued her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University Of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and she proudly holds her Board Certification with the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. Her professional affiliations include the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Diplomat, Southeastern Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, North Carolina Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and the National Dental Association.
Dr. Amandeep (Mandee) Pentlia, DDS, MPH
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Hi! My name’s Dr. Mandee. I fell in love with dentistry after having LOTS of dental work done myself and spending copious amounts of time at my own dentist’s office. After college, I packed my bags and moved from Canada to Michigan, where I completed my dental training at the University of Detroit Mercy. Upon graduating, I moved to Denver, Colorado to be a mile closer to the sun, to have the mountains in my backyard and to complete my training in pediatric dentistry. I worked for two years in West Texas, where I gained a great deal of experience and a (small) appreciation for country music.
I’ve always had a passion for working with children, families and patients with special needs. I believe that a smile has the power to single-handedly change someone’s day, and it’s my goal to help make children everywhere smile bigger and brighter! I am so excited to be back on the East Coast and am so grateful for the opportunity to serve in the Carolinas.
Outside of dentistry, I enjoy yoga, skiing, scuba diving, hiking, traveling, and reading. Talk to me about your favorite books, mountains, and travel destinations!
Cecilia (Sun) Hwang, DDS
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Cecilia (Sun) Hwang grew up in Charlotte and graduated from Myers Park High School. She received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree with distinction from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2003, after first earning a Bachelor of Science in chemistry at UNC. During dental school, Dr. Hwang participated in rotations at the Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, DC and the pediatric dental clinic at Gaston Health Services in Gastonia.
Immediately following dental school, Dr. Hwang completed her training in pediatric dentistry at the University of Iowa. After her training in Iowa, Dr. Hwang moved back home to North Carolina to join a private practice. She has been providing dental care to many families in Charlotte since 2006. Dr. Hwang has been voted as “Top Dentist” by Charlotte Magazine for several years.
Dr. Hwang is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. She is also a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, NC Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Southeastern Society of Pediatric Dentistry, NC Dental Society and Charlotte Dental Society.
Dr. Hwang chose her career in pediatric dentistry due to her own fear of dentists as a child. She strives to make a difference in each of her patient’s dental and overall health by providing individualized and compassionate care. Outside the office, Dr. Hwang enjoys reading, cooking and volunteering at her sons’ schools. She and her husband also love to spend family time together exploring NC mountains, camping and trying new restaurants.
