Our fun, energetic and professional dental team make our practice a great place to be! Our dentists and team take the time to get to know you and your needs so we can provide the best possible care. Call Cedar Creek Dental today at 540-486-5111 and learn more about dental care in Winchester, Virginia.
Alexis Mierzwa, DDS
Dr. Alexis Mierzwa graduated from the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine in 2004, and she completed her General Practice Residency at the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Hospital at Los Angeles in 2005. During her time at Martin Luther King Jr. Community Hospital, she received the Resident of the Year award.
Dr. Alexis had always dreamt of opening her own practice and creating an atmosphere of comfort and elite care for her patients. In 2015, her dream came true, and she opened Cedar Creek Dental. Over the years, she has attended many continuing education courses and has received countless hours of training regarding implants, full-mouth rehabilitation and cosmetic dentistry. She loves being a leader of the practice and the fun culture that is present here. Dr. Alexis is genuine, honest and patient, offering understanding to her patients and building relationships with them.
Dr. Alexis has a significant other named Paul, who also owns his own business, NoVA Environmental Solutions, and is always willing to help us out around the office. In her spare time, she enjoys riding her two horses, Big Country and Cash, and spending time with her four fur babies, two Mastiffs named Manny and George, a Great Dane Mix named Remy, and a French Bulldog named Marshall who you may be lucky enough to meet when you come to see us!
Ahmad Salah, DDS
Dr. Ahmad Salah is a talented associate dentist who joined our practice on December 1, 2023. With an impressive educational background, Dr. Salah graduated from Syracuse University in 2018 before completing his dental education at the University of Buffalo in 2022. He then went on to complete a residency at the University of Buffalo AESD in 2023.
Dr. Salah finds great joy in being a part of our practice because it feels like a tight-knit family. He thrives on working alongside a cohesive team dedicated to providing exceptional dental care.
As a caring dentist, Ahmad’s primary focus is making every patient feel comfortable and genuinely excited about their visits. He strives to create a spa-like experience where patients feel relaxed and well-cared for during their time at our practice.
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Salah places a strong emphasis on family, considering them his driving force. They are the reason he is motivated to put smiles on people’s faces each day.
When he’s not practicing dentistry, Dr. Salah enjoys immersing himself in the great outdoors. Whether it’s skiing, hiking, biking, surfing, or playing sports like soccer and tennis, he finds solace in nature’s embrace. In addition to his love for the outdoors, Dr. Salah has a passion for music and enjoys playing various instruments. He is also a handyman and enjoys working on cars.
Furthermore, Dr. Salah holds the belief that patients should be treated as a whole, not merely as a set of teeth that need to be repaired. By considering the full context of each patient’s oral health, he ensures that their overall well-being remains a top priority.
Kaitlyn – Dental Hygienist, Clinical Co-Manager & Myofunctional Therapist
Kaitlyn was born and raised in Romney, West Virginia. She began her dental career as an assistant and immediately knew that a career in dentistry was her calling. She moved to Winchester in 2012 to attend dental hygiene school through Virginia Western and has never looked back. She joined our team in February 2016. She is well versed in all aspects of patient care and is always willing to help anywhere in the office! She is a great team player, always putting our team and patients first. Her favorite part of the job is building genuine relationships with each and every patient!
When Kaitlyn is not working, she always finds herself on the go! She loves to travel, enjoy outdoor activities, cheer on the West Virginia Mountaineers and the list goes on! Most importantly, Kaitlyn enjoys spending time with her friends and family! Kaitlyn has two amazing children, Brixton and Bryar, who always keep her on her toes and two fur babies Finn and Murphie. Come on in and experience Kaitlyn’s exceptionally thorough and gentle skills, her extensive knowledge, and let her personally tailor a dental hygiene or myofunctional therapy plan for you!
Laura – Dental Hygienist & Myofunctional Therapist
Laura is a registered dental hygienist and myofunctional therapist with a strong foundation in comprehensive patient care and a passion for improving oral health and overall quality of life. Raised in Warren County, Virginia, she began her career in the dental field in 2011, gaining valuable experience at the front desk and as a dental assistant for four years before pursuing her degree in dental hygiene. She graduated from Virginia Western Community College in 2016.
In 2020, Laura expanded her expertise by training in myofunctional therapy, allowing her to better support patients with myofunctional disorders and contribute to long-term health outcomes. She is dedicated to helping patients achieve confident, healthy smiles and finds the most fulfillment in seeing the positive impact her work has on their well-being and self-esteem.
Outside of her professional life, Laura is a proud mother to her daughter, Sophia. She enjoys spending time outdoors, hunting, reading, and cheering on Sophia at her sporting events!
Gracie – Dental Assistant
Gracie started at our office in October 2022, and she is currently working toward her Associate of Science. She loves the uplifting environment of Cedar Creek Dental and the constant compassion to help each and every employee and patient in the best way possible. Gracie is the middle child of six sisters. In her free time, she loves to spend time with family, hike and ride horses.
Rikki – Dental Assistant
We welcomed Rikki to our team in September 2022, and she has been a hard worker with great dental knowledge and an emphasis on patient care. She finds that the best part of working at Cedar Creek Dental is that the team is like a family.
Outside of the office, Rikki has an infant son named Walker who loves blowing bubbles and playing with his toes! Rikki enjoys camping, being on the river, doing anything outdoors and spending as much time as she can with family.
Mikala – Dental Assistant
Mikala graduated from Sherando High School in 2024 and is excited to start her journey in dentistry. In her free time, she enjoys kayaking, baking, coloring, listening to music, and spending time with her family, friends, and boyfriend.
She played clarinet for 10 years and was part of the Sherando High School marching band an experience that gave her amazing memories and lifelong friendships. Mikala loves country music and has been lucky enough to see Luke Bryan, 49 Winchester, and Gavin Adcock in concert!
She’s also a big animal lover, with 5 dogs and 1 cat, and says family means everything to her, especially her grandma.
Alayna – Dental Assistant
Alayna is excited to begin her journey in dentistry as a dental assistant and is already bringing great energy to the office. When she’s not in scrubs, you’ll find her cooking, baking, building LEGO sets, coloring, or getting outdoors on a good hike. She also loves going to country concerts! Her favorite artists include Luke Combs, Jason Aldean, and Kameron Marlowe.
At home, she’s usually spending time with family, friends, and her dogs, especially her new 6-month-old puppy, Nash, who keeps life fun with his big personality and endless energy.
Alyssa – Patient Coordinator
Alyssa joined our team in January 2025, and loves how welcoming everyone on our team was right from day one! Alyssa is excited to be part of an already amazing team, and works hard to add to our already fun dynamic and help keep our practice running smoothly.
Alyssa and her husband, Nate, have two children. Outside the office, she enjoys gardening, baking, cooking and the occasional Disney music dance party with her kids.
Caitlin – Patient Coordinator
Caitlin grew up in Front Royal, Virginia. She joined the dental field in 2024, starting as an Endodontic Assistant after a long tenure in banking. She is very excited to join the CCD team!
Outside of the office, Caitlin loves training her Standard Poodles, Shady Lady and Katya, and trail riding with her Tennessee Walking Horses. She is also a big fan of musical theatre.
Caitlin is fluent in American Sign Language and is happy to assist our Deaf and Hard of Hearing patients.
Marian – Treatment Coordinator
Marian has been in the dental field since she was 18 and eventually transitioned to front office work, joining our team in May 2021. She loves working with our skilled and knowledgeable dentists and friendly team, and she can be found helping patients understand their treatment plans and finding creative ways to maximize their benefits and the financial aspects of their care.
Marian lives in Berkeley Springs with her partner, Joe, and her dog, Stan. They have two daughters, Brittney and Amanda, and two granddaughters, Paislee and Bella. When she has the time, she loves crafting, baking and spending time with her family.
Marshall & Silas – Practice Mascots
Silas and Marshall are an exciting addition to our dental family! Their hobbies are sleeping, eating and running around the office when they escape from their room. Their goal at Cedar Creek Dental is to achieve their certification as therapy dogs, but for now, they are always available for pets, snuggles and cuddles when Dr. Alexis is here!