About
About Your
Dental
Experience
We are a dental practice devoted to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of your smile using conservative, state-of-the-art procedures that will result in beautiful, long-lasting smiles!
At High Desert Dental, trust is everything to us. We understand how uneasy some patients may feel about coming to the dentist. That is why it is our mission to actively provide a relaxing and positive experience. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with excellent, personalized care and services to make each visit a comfortable, positive experience. Dr. Eastham is friendly, compassionate, and highly skilled. You are in great hands.
Dr. Josh Eastham
Grand Junction Dentist
Dr. Josh knew he wanted to make a career in the healthcare field at a young age because he loved the idea of helping others live a healthy lifestyle and truly enjoy life to the fullest. When he was studying at University of Iowa he found his passion was in dentistry after having spent many clinical hours shadowing different healthcare professionals. While shadowing a family friend at his practice, Dr. Josh knew he had discovered his true passion in dentistry. The combination of science and art and specifically having the opportunity to heal with his hands was the perfect fit. Dr. Josh also loves to meet new people and develop relationships, helping others to achieve healthy smiles.
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Josh enjoys spending time with his wife, Emily, and their two daughters, Ellie and Annie, as well as their two dogs. His hobbies include fly fishing, ultimate frisbee, ice hockey, running, and golfing, though not as well as he would always like! Dr. Josh is a proud member of the Grand Junction Community, and to getting to know you all!
Dr. Caleb Russell
Grand Junction Dentist
Dr. Russell earned his DDS at the University of Texas School of Dentistry in Houston after completing his undergrad at Utah Valley University. Post graduation he has gained certification in dental lasers and advanced training in CAD/CAM technology, staying at the forefront of innovation.
Dr. Russell is dedicated to outreach projects impacting underserved communities, reinforcing the importance of empathy in dentistry. He was honored with the Greater Houston Dental Society Community Dentistry Award, which highlighted the impact of making meaningful connections and inspiring positive change through his work.
He joins us with a wealth of experience in advanced restorative dental treatment planning and the use of cutting-edge dental technology, Dr. Russell is excited to bring exceptional, personalized care to our High Desert Dental family.
In 2022, Dr. Russell and his family moved to Grand Junction for its cooler climate and proximity to the mountains. Since then, he has been actively seeing patients, attending dental conferences, and pursuing continuing education, all while staying committed to compassionate care and ongoing learning.
Our Team's Commitment
To Your Dental Care
A standard of excellence in personalized dental care enables us to provide the quality dental services our patients deserve. We provide comprehensive treatment planning for any of your dental needs to help patients succeed in their dental health.
Lastly, infection control is vital to us. To protect our patients and ourselves, we strictly maintain sterilization and cross contamination processes using standards recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Center for Disease Control (CDC).
Veronica
Veronica was born in Mexico, and at the age of 6, they migrated to the US, becoming a resident of Colorado. Veronica has loved living here since! She and her husband, Mario, have three wonderful kids and two energetic mini bullterriers. Outside of work, Veronica loves backyard BBQs or carne asadas with a good game of volleyball and kickball.
Hailey
Hailey was born and raised in Arizona. She moved to Grand Junction out of high school and fell in love with the amazing community and all the Grand Valley has to offer. She is a mother to two young children and the three of them enjoy anything that brings them outdoors, including mountain biking, horseback riding and exploring. Her first degree was in sustainable agriculture and she still loves keeping a garden and teaching others regenerative gardening practices. Hailey’s favorite part of being on the High Desert Dental team is being so closely involved with the community and making exceptional dental care accessible to all
Galilea
Galilea was born in California and raised in Grand junction Colorado. She is a 2025 High School Graduate with a creative spirit and hands on lifestyle. Outside of work she takes care of her 12 chickens, 2 dogs, Syla and Machete, 1 cat (Suki) and pet fish(Sushi). Galilea has a passion for singing, designing jewelry and clothes.
Brittany
Brittany is a native of western Colorado. She graduated from Colorado Northwestern Community College and has been practicing for 5 years. At work, she enjoys getting to know her patients and helping them have a positive experience in the dental office. In her free time, she loves exercising and spending time outside hiking, running, and paddling boarding with her 3 dogs.
Amanda
Amanda graduated from Grand Junction High School and attended Mesa State (CMU) and CNCC, where she was a proud member of Phi Theta Kappa and graduated with Honors on the Presidential Distinction List. She joined this office in 2006, and patient care and continuing education are some of her top priorities. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with my family (puppies included!), gardening, and hiking. Amanda says she supports our local community by "frequently getting volunteered to do unofficial wine tours in Palisade for family, friends, and visitors."
Maddie
Maddie has an Associate Degree in Applied Sciences and over five years of experience as a dental hygienist. She is passionate about providing thorough, high-quality care while ensuring every patient feels comfortable and cared for. Maddie truly enjoys building relationships and getting to know her patients—earning their trust is just as important to her as helping them maintain healthy smiles. Outside of the office, Maddie loves staying active and making the most of the outdoors. Whether it's hiking, snowboarding, diving, or spending time on the river, she really is always up for an adventure. When Maddie is not exploring nature, you can find her hanging out with my two dogs or playing guitar to unwind.
Arlett
Arlett love to hike and spend time with my family. I went to Rangely CO for my Associates degree of applied science in dental hygiene. I was a member of phi theta kappa honors society, presidents and deans list. I love to watch documentaries and go on walks.
Roxanne
Born in Grand Junction, Colorado, moved to northern California at a young age, where I grew up going to school before moving back to Colorado in 2001. I have always had a passion for dentistry and have been in the dental field for 17 years. My favorite thing about dentistry is being able to transform and help patients feel confident in their smile. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with friends, family, and being outdoors during the warm weather.
Raely-Ann
Raely-Ann is a 5th generation native, born and raised in Grand Junction. She and her husband, Matt, have a daughter, Kimberly. She loves spending time with her family and friends. Currently, she is taking classes at CMU to further her dental career.
Tiffany
Tiffany graduated from Colorado northwestern community college, and she is grateful for everything she learned while attending. She fell in love with dentistry when she worked as a dental assistant and always knew she wanted to be a hygienist. Tiffany's hobbies include mountain biking, hiking, and spending time with her family. She has a husband, 2 kids, a granddaughter, 2 dogs, and a cat and loves them all so much!
Taylor
Taylor was born and raised in the suburbs of Denver, Colorado. In 2020 she attended CMU and fell in love with Grand Junction. Her favorite thing about working in dentistry is the opportunity to learn something new every day and helping patients. In her free time she likes to garden, cook, do arts and crafts, and most of all, spend time with her dog and her husband.