Meet the Doctor

Dr. Shari Grigsby-Young was born in Dayton, Ohio and lived there for most of her childhood before moving to pursue her collegiate studies. Her education consists of an undergraduate degree from Xavier University of Louisiana and a doctorate in dental surgery from Howard University College of Dentistry in Washington, DC. Dr. Grigsby-Young is an Alumnus of The Nash Institute of Dental Learning with an emphasis in Cosmetic Dentistry. She is also affiliated with the American Dental Association, The North Carolina Dental Society, and the Second District Dental Society.

Dr. Grigsby-Young joined the Vaya Dental team in October 2022 where she has thrived in the presence of skilled colleagues and an incredibly diverse population of patients. She loves having the opportunity to build connections with those she serves and change their lives through exceptional dental care. Additionally, she loves the complexity of her profession—knowing that each day brings new challenges, she takes pride in having the skill and eye for detail necessary to bring out the best results for her patients.

Outside of the office, Dr. Grigsby-Young enjoys going to the theater and watching Broadway musicals and plays. She also enjoys exploring the cuisines of other cultures, traveling, singing, and dancing. Above all else, she loves time spent with her family; this includes her daughter and their pets—a dog, rabbit, parakeet, and turtle.