At Serenity Smiles Dentistry of Scottsdale, we understand what it takes to provide an exceptional experience for our patients. Our dental team is committed to customized treatment, precision dentistry, and, most importantly—gentleness, kindness, and compassion.
Our dental office is a welcoming space staffed with professionals who are passionate about helping people and making a difference in their dental health. Every day we see the transformative effects of helping someone improve their oral health and take pride in their smiles. This is our intention for all of our patients, and we know we can help you achieve your healthiest, most confident smile.
We have created a soothing environment that patients tell us is more like a spa than a dental office. You will appreciate thoughtful touches like a coffee bar in our reception area, pillows and blankets in our treatment rooms, and a warm towel after treatment.
Our dental team would love to welcome you to Serenity Smiles and help improve your perception of what a dental appointment should be. Until then, please take a moment to get to know our doctors and the wonderful team who will serve you.
Our Providers
“Transparency. That’s what I want to give each and every patient that walks through the door of our office from start to end.” –Dr. Waters
Your story matters to us. My goal of this practice is to create a family centered atmosphere where I can truly sit down and get to know every single patient. Dental treatment is personalized, whether you come in for cosmetic work, you have a toothache, or you just arrive for your regular six month cleanings. We are here to make your experience as easy as possible and I treat each patient as if they were my own family.
Dr. Waters is owner of both Serenity Smiles and Hayden Family Dentistry. He received his undergraduate degrees in Biology and Chemistry at New Mexico State University in Las Cruces. He then went on to Midwestern University in Glendale to earn his Doctorate of Medicinal Dentistry. The highlight of his profession is serving the community and providing the highest level of care. He has a particular passion for snap-in dentures on implants, fixed dentures on implants, and has earned a master certification in this area. He also loves to keep up to date with cosmetic dentistry practices and frequently takes continuing education courses. His favorite procedure to do is a smile makeover, specifically veneers. He believes it is truly amazing what a new smile can do for a patients’ overall confidence and well being.
Outside of work, he loves to spend his time reading, working on cars, and trying new restaurants with his family. Dr. Waters and his wife, Katie, married in Maui in 2021. They have a son, Charlie, who was born in February of 2024 and is Dr. Waters’ pride and joy. They also have a Goldendoodle, Molly, whom he will occasionally bring along with him to the office. Together they love to travel and spend time together as a family.
Dr. Jeff Barna is a highly skilled and compassionate dentist with a commitment to providing exceptional care and creating positive, long-lasting relationships with his patients. With over 35 years of experience in the dental field, Dr. Barna is dedicated to offering advanced dental treatments and preventive care tailored to the individual needs of each patient.
A graduate of Tufts University and New York University College of Dentistry, Dr. Barna has extensive training in cosmetic dentistry and routine family care and stays at the forefront of dental technology and techniques to ensure his patients receive the most effective and
comfortable care possible.
Dr. Barna takes pride in making dentistry a pleasant and stress-free experience for his patients, offering a welcoming and relaxed environment. Whether providing restorative treatments or more complex procedures, he is known for his gentle approach and attention to detail.
Dr. Barna owned Hayden Family Dentistry since 1996, which merged with the practice of Dr. Justin Waters in 2024, and he is now proud to be staying on at Serenity Smiles in order to continue the care of his amazing, wonderful patients he has had the pleasure to be of service to over the years.
In his free time, Dr. Barna enjoys mountain biking, hiking, playing music and joyfully tolerating his siberian husky Gracie. Outside of his practice, Dr. Barna is passionate about continuing education, regularly attending dental seminars and workshops to further hone his skills.
