An Atlanta man, Brandon Dillard, who claims to be a top veneer specialist, has been illegally practicing dentistry and medicine for years without a valid license, according to law enforcement authorities. Despite his social media presence, where he presents himself as a professional, authorities have confirmed that Dillard is not and has never been a licensed dentist.

“Brandon Dillard is not a dentist. He’s never been a dentist. And as much as he may want to play one on Instagram, he is not one,” stated Fulton County Deputy District Attorney Will Wooten.

Dillard ran a business known as A List Smiles Atlanta, which boasts 157,000 followers on Instagram. His company has been in operation since 2021, primarily focusing on cosmetic veneer procedures. Veneers, which are thin shells applied to the surface of teeth, can lead to significant medical complications when not properly installed, including infections and damage to the underlying teeth.

Last Thursday, investigators from the district attorney’s office, along with Atlanta police, raided the business located in Northeast Atlanta. The raid was conducted following the discovery that Dillard had been performing dental work without the required licensing. Criminal arrest warrants revealed that Dillard has never been qualified to legally practice dentistry or medicine.

As a result, Dillard now faces eight felony charges, including practicing dentistry without a license, practicing medicine without a license, and theft by deception. The allegations against him have raised concerns over the safety and well-being of his clients, many of whom trusted his credentials based on his social media popularity.

The incident serves as a stark reminder for individuals seeking medical and cosmetic treatments to verify the qualifications of their providers, especially in the age of social media, where appearances can be misleading.