About Canyon Trails Family Dentistry
Finding a dental home for your whole family can make maintaining healthy smiles simple and convenient. At Canyon Trails Family Dentistry, we welcome patients of all ages and provide personalized care for children, teens, adults, and seniors. Founded in 2026 by Dr. Brigman, our goal is to provide accessible, personalized family dentistry to patients in and around San Antonio.
Our Spanish-speaking team is also happy to communicate with patients and families in Spanish, so if you or a loved one would prefer that, please let us know. We’re so glad you want to get to know us better, and we look forward to working with you and your family!
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Our Mission
At Canyon Trails Family Dentistry, it’s the mission of our caring team to provide the highest level of convenience and personalized care that we can for your entire family. We are here to provide safe and modern dentistry and do our part to keep you healthy throughout your entire life.
Meet Dr. José Brigman
With extensive experience in dentistry, Dr. José Brigman is dedicated to providing high-quality, personalized dental care in a comfortable and welcoming environment. He believes in building lasting relationships with his patients and treating every individual like family.
Born in Zaragoza, Spain, into an Air Force family, Dr. Brigman moved to San Antonio as a teenager and graduated from Taft High School. A longtime resident of Helotes, he has proudly served families throughout the greater San Antonio area for many years. He also speaks fluent Spanish.
Dr. Brigman earned his undergraduate degree in Biology from St. Mary’s University and his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from Baylor College of Dentistry at the Texas A&M Health Science Center in Dallas.
Committed to continuing education, Dr. Brigman has completed extensive advanced training in orthodontics, including traditional braces and Invisalign® clear aligners, as well as coursework in sedation dentistry.
Dr. Brigman also serves as a Clinical Associate at Sleep Therapy & Research Center (STRC) in the San Antonio Medical Center. He has earned the Qualified Dentist designation from the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM) and has advanced training in oral appliance therapy for patients with obstructive sleep apnea.
Outside the office, Dr. Brigman enjoys spending time with his wife, Catherine, a pediatric gastroenterologist, and their four children. He also enjoys hiking at nearby Government Canyon State Natural Area, exploring its scenic trails and visiting its famous dinosaur tracks.
Dr. Brigman looks forward to welcoming you and your family to Canyon Trails Family Dentistry!
Meet Dr. Joana Ganeshappa-Gutierrez
Dr. Joana Ganeshappa (Dr. G) grew up in Laredo, Texas, and moved to San Antonio when she was a teenager. After completing her undergraduate degree in biology at the University of Texas at San Antonio, she earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, TX, while her husband completed his residency in Gastroenterology. Since graduating, Dr. Ganeshappa has been committed to staying educated and informed on the latest developments in dentistry, including sedation, sleep apnea, pediatric, cosmetic, and implant dentistry.
Dr. Ganeshappa feels blessed to have the opportunity to practice dentistry in an office close to home that allows her the flexibility to cater to her patients’ needs while still being involved with her kids. She is focused on constantly enhancing patient care by staying up-to-date with the latest technology and advances in dentistry.
Dr. Ganeshappa and her husband, Ravi, reside in San Antonio with their two children, Shaili and Bailen. Ravi Ganeshappa is a Gastroenterologist here in San Antonio and works at numerous hospitals around the city. Outside the office, Dr. Ganeshappa enjoys exercising, cooking, traveling, reading, and spending time with her friends and family. She looks forward to working with families in and around San Antonio for years to come!
Meet Dr. Matt Miller
Dr. Matt Miller is a general dentist based in San Antonio who brings IV sedation and oral surgery directly into general dental offices — allowing patients to be treated by a trusted, credentialed provider without leaving the practice they already know.
After completing his undergraduate degree at the University of Texas at Austin, he moved to San Antonio in 2014, earned his dental degree, and completed a two-year residency in Advanced General Dentistry at UT Health San Antonio with an emphasis on sedation and surgery. He is ACLS-certified and maintains ongoing sedation education through the Lone Star Sedation Study Club and the American Society of Dental Anesthesia.
Dr. Miller works as an independent surgical partner inside general and specialty practices across greater San Antonio, providing extractions, wisdom teeth removal, bone grafting, and dental implants chairside. Known for a calm, honest, and transparent approach, he takes time to walk every patient through their procedure and sedation options so they feel informed and at ease — giving partner practices a dependable resource for advanced care without sending patients elsewhere.
Comfortable Office Amenities
We want every visit to feel as comfortable and welcoming as possible. Our office offers thoughtful amenities designed to help you relax, including cozy pillows and blankets, TVs in our treatment rooms, and warm scented towels post-treatment. Families can also take advantage of convenient family block appointments, allowing multiple family members to receive care during the same visit. While you wait, feel free to enjoy complimentary beverages and snacks in our lobby. If there’s anything else we can do to make your visits better, feel free to ask, and we will accommodate your family to the best of our abilities.
State-of-the-Art Technology
Digital X-Rays
Digital X-rays provide detailed images of your teeth, roots, and surrounding bone while using less radiation than traditional film X-rays. These images can help our team identify cavities, infections, bone loss, and other concerns that may not be visible during a routine dental exam.
3D and Panoramic X-Rays
3D and panoramic X-rays give our dental team a more complete view of your teeth, jaw, and surrounding structures. These detailed images can be especially helpful when planning dental implants, extractions, orthodontic treatment, and other procedures.
CEREC® Same-Day Restorations
CEREC® technology allows us to design and create certain dental restorations, such as crowns, in our office. This streamlined process can often reduce the number of appointments needed to restore a damaged or weakened tooth.
Intraoral Camera
An intraoral camera is a small, handheld camera that captures detailed images inside your mouth. These images allow you to see areas of your teeth and gums up close, making it easier to understand your oral health and discuss recommended treatment with our team.
iTero® Scanner
The iTero® scanner uses digital technology to create a highly detailed 3D image of your teeth and bite. Digital impressions can be more comfortable than traditional impression materials and may be used when planning restorations, orthodontic treatment, and other dental procedures.
Soft-Tissue Laser Therapy
Soft-tissue laser therapy uses focused laser energy to treat certain areas of the gums and other soft tissues with precision. Depending on your treatment needs, laser therapy may help manage gum disease, reshape gum tissue, or support a more comfortable healing process.