Meet The Team
Dr. Kanthasamy “Ragu” Ragunanthan
Kanthasamy “Ragu” Ragunanthan, DDS, MS, is the president and owner of Canton Family Dentistry and has been in private practice for more than 30 years. Dr. Ragu graduated from the University of Peradeniya in Sri Lanka followed by the Case Western Reserve University with a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) in 1989 and a Masters of Dentistry in 1990. Dr. Ragu was the first graduate in CWRU's 100 year history to complete the combined degrees, enabling him with advanced knowledge of medical conditions and diseases of the mouth.
In addition to practicing general dentistry, Dr. Ragu has several years of teaching experience at dental programs in the Canton and Cleveland areas. He is a member of the American Dental Association and the Ohio Dental Association, a past president of the Stark County Dental Association, and a Fellow of the International College of Dentists.
He has also served as a commissioner in ADA- Joint Commission of National Dental Examination for four years and served as the commission chair in 2020-2021. He will next serve on the American Dental Association Commission On Dental Accreditation from 2024-2028.
Dr. Sunny Patel
Dr. Patel obtained his Bachelors of Science in Finance in 2018 from the Ohio State University, then went on to achieve his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the Ohio State College of Dentistry. Upon graduation, he completed a one-year residency here in Canton, Ohio, at the Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital. As a mentor and teacher for new dentists, he continues to be part of the Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital Dental Clinic. Dr. Patel is also a member of the Ohio Dental Association, American Dental Association, and Stark County Dental Society.
Some may already be familiar with the Patel family, as Dr. Sunny Patel was raised here in Canton, OH. Outside the office, Dr. Patel enjoys spending time with his wife, family, and friends; trying new foods; weight-lifting; playing sports, and cheering on the Buckeyes and Cleveland Cavaliers.
Dr. Patel brings an abundance of knowledge and passion for outstanding dental care! He strives to provide comprehensive, patient-centered oral health care and, above all - to treat his patients like family. He strongly believes in evidence-based dentistry and teaching patients the importance of oral healthcare.
Jessica Berg, RDH
Jessica is a 2010 graduate of the Dental Hygiene Program at Stark State College and a former student of Dr. Ragu! She is an active member of the American Dental Hygiene Association. Jessica began working with Dr. Ragu in 2000, and she has been an instrumental part of this practice as a dental hygienist for over 8 years. Overtime, she has developed many lifelong trusting relationships with our patients while achieving the highest level of oral health. Jessica has attended many continuing education classes and is always striving to gain more knowledge for the benefit of her patients.
Elizabeth “Liz” Moore
Liz has over 30 years of experience in dentistry, and has been a part of the Canton Family Dentistry team as our office coordinator for over 10 years. She is compassionate and genuinely cares about our patients. She enjoys working in the dental field and believes in the benefits it offers to our patients. She and her husband Dave have two children. She also loves being a grandmother to her three grandsons.
Jessica “Jesse” Shipley
Jesse has been in the dental field since 1996 and been with Canton Family Dentistry as the lead dental assistant for 17 years! She uses her knowledge and experience with great efficiency during all phases of dental treatment. Jesse is energetic and enthusiastic about dentistry and always willing to go the extra mile for her patients. Outside of the office, Jesse values quality time with her partner, Chris, and is a mother to her daughter, Sabrina.
Josalynn “Josie” McKinney
Josie is a exceptional dental assistant and has been apart of the Canton Family Dentistry team since 2022. Josie is highly committed to helping patients maintain their dental health and achieving beautiful smiles. Patients appreciate her gentle and compassionate chairside manner. Josie hopes to further her career by one day pursuing an EFDA license. When she’s not in the office, Josie enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
Kyli Justice
Kyli is originally from Orrville Ohio. Kyli currently studies at Stark State College, and intends to pursue a career in Dental Hygiene. Kyli has achieved certifications in Radiology, OSHA, and CPR/AED. Kyli helps on both our clinical team and front desk team, as she enjoys working closely with patients to ensure they receive a consistently positive experience at each visit. Outside of the office, Kyli likes to read, play the drums, and spend quality time with her family and friends