Our Dentists

At Goose Creek Pediatric Dentistry, our team of compassionate, highly trained pediatric dentists is dedicated to making every child’s dental experience positive, fun, and stress-free. Meet the friendly faces who care for your little ones’ smiles!

Dr. Charlie Hughes, DMD

Originally from Dyersburg, TN. Dr. Charlie Hughes earned his dental degree and completed a specialized residency in pediatric dentistry at The University of Tennessee College of Dentistry.

Dr. Hughes is passionate about helping children and families achieve healthy, happy smiles. With a gentle approach and a fun, friendly style, Dr. Hughes is committed to making every dental visit a positive experience. He is experienced in providing comprehensive dental care for infants, children, teens, and patients with special healthcare needs. Dr. Hughes believes in working closely with parents to create personalized treatment plans and is dedicated to patient education and preventive care.

Outside the office, Dr. Hughes enjoys spending time with family, cooking delicious meals with his wife, traveling and exploring the outdoors, and is thrilled to be part of the Mule Town Pediatric Dentistry family.

Dr. Hughes looks forward to meeting your family and making every child’s dental visit something to smile about!

Dr. Ian Turchan, DMD

Dr. Ian Turchan comes to us from the University of Michigan, followed by the University of Florida.

His passion is creating a fun and carefree environment for every child who walks through the door, while excelling in preventative care, vital pulp therapy, and sedation dentistry.

In his free time, Dr. Ian enjoys listening to live music with his wife, trying new coffee shops, and staying active by playing basketball and going to the gym.