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

Stephanie L. Conlan, D.D.S. Dr. Conlan is a native of western New York. She completed her bachelors in Dental Hygiene at West Virginia University in 2005. After working as a dental hygienist in Raleigh, NC she returned to West Virginia University to pursue her doctorate in Dentistry. Following graduation from dental school, Dr. Conlan returned to North Carolina to be close to her sister and brother-in-law. Dr. Conlan has worked in several areas of private practice including general dentistry, periodontics, and orthodontics. Dr. Conlan is a member of the ADA and is a certified member of the Academy of Laser Dentistry.
Kathy, DAII Kathy joined our practice in October 2008 as a dental assistant. She has worked in the dental field for 30 years. Kathy was promoted to Office Manager in January 2010. With the wealth of dental experience that she has, she is an invaluable asset to our practice. Kathy is married and has 3 children and 1 grandchild.
Joan Joan joined our practice in November 2006. She has over 10 years of office experience in the dental field. Joan works in the front office assisting our patients with scheduling appointments and maximizing their dental benefits. Joan is married and has two children.
Brenda, RDH Brenda joined our practice in November 2007. She has been a dental hygienist for 14 years. She received her Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene from Clark College in Washington State. Her goal is to educate patients in proper oral hygiene so that they can maintain good oral health between their dental visits. Brenda is married and has two children.
Megan, RDH Megan joined our practice in August 2010. She has been a dental hygienist for 5 years. She received her Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene from Halifax Community College in 2007. Furthering her education, she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene and Community Health in 2011. Her goal is to help make your dental experience more pleasant by easing your anxiety. Megan is married.
Sharica, CDA Sharica joined our practice in January 2011. She has been a dental assistant for 13 years. She received her dental assisting training from Wake Technical College and received her National Board Certification in 1998. Sharica has a bubbly personality and makes our patients feel very comfortable and relaxed in the dental chair. Sharica has four children.