Meet the Dentist

Debra
S. Zombek D.D.S.
"My career in
dentistry began shortly after graduating from High School in 1978. I started
as a Certified Dental Assistant graduating from Virginia Western Community
College in 1979.
After working as a CDA for 7 years, I retired
to raise our 2 children as a stay at home mom. After my youngest started kindergarten,
I went back to school to further my education.
There was always a calling to go back to dentistry.
In 1998, I enrolled at UNC Chapel Hill in the dental hygiene program where
I completed my certificate in Dental Hygiene in 2000.
During this process, I realized how much I actually
missed performing dental procedures. While completing the hygiene program,
I applied for dental school. In February 2000, I was accepted at UNC Chapel
Hill in the DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) program, which was completed in
May 2004."
"My
philosophy is simple in that I believe each person
that sits in my chair is my responsibility to ensure their
complete comprehensive dental care. I perform an oral cancer
head & neck screening at New Patient Exams and every
cleaning appointment. We review your medical needs at each
visit, as well as regularly check BP/P to make sure there
are no hidden problems.
I also believe that your time is just as valuable
as mine. I pride myself on not overbooking my schedule. I see one patient at
a time. I've been a patient in offices where I was on time and yet waited in
both the reception room and in a dental chair for what seemed like an eternity
while the dentist ran from room to room."
"Thank you for giving my staff and myself
the opportunity to serve you."
Educational Background:
Headland High School 1978
Virginia Western Community College 1979 (Certified Dental Assistant)
Gaston Community College 1994 (Associate of Science)
NC State University 1994-1996 (Environmental Engineering)
UNC Chapel Hill 2000 (Dental Hygiene)
UNC Chapel Hill 2004 (D.D.S.)
Memberships:
North Carolina Dental Society (NCDS)
Johnston County Dental Society
ADA American Dental Society
Phi Thetta Kappa
Our
Staff
Joan
Joan has 17 years of Group Insurance experience,
3 of which were dental insurance. She has 7 years of front
office experience. She looks forward to helping the patients both understand and maximize their dental benefits. |
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Brenda
Brenda has been a hygienist since 1997 receiving
her hygiene degree in Washington state. She is married
and has two children. Count on her doing her best to help
you understand your oral health. |
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Kathy
Kathy has been a dental assistant for 28 years.
She has experience in all areas of general dentistry along
with extensive experience in prosthodontics. Kathy has
a genuine compassion for patients and will ensure that
your dental visit is as comfortable as possible. |
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Susan
Susan is a Certified Dental Assistant that graduated from Wake Tech Community College in 2000. She enjoys working with patients to calm their fears and apprehension that many patients have. She will make sure to help you feel comfortable during your dental visit and confident with your new smile! |
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