Ellie is a board certified periodontist and a proud (double) Tarheel, Go Heels! She attended dental school at UNC-Chapel Hill and graduated with distinction. To pursue her passion for surgical dentistry, she then enrolled in UNC Periodontology program. While at UNC, she had the privilege of working with world renowned dentists and mentors and familiarized herself with newest dental technology. Passionate about contributing to science and advancing treatment for gum disease patients, she completed her master thesis project on “Exploring Synthetic Low Molecular Weight Heparins for Treatment of Periodontitis”. She then obtained her certificate in Periodontology and Master of Science. While at UNC, she was actively involved in student organizations and earned multiple awards. She believes in giving back to the community and has been involved in non-profit organizations, providing dental care to those who need it the most.
 

Ellie is passionate about providing quality care to all of her patients and believes in personalized dental care. She is proficient in digital implant planning and offers a wide variety of periodontal treatments to her patients. She is trained to save teeth and provide her patients with a healthy and beautiful smile. She will make sure you are heard, fully informed and feel comfortable with your proposed periodontal treatment. She believes patient education is imperative for achieving a successful treatment outcome and longevity.

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She enjoys living in beautiful North Carolina with her husband Moe and her dog, Fletchie. In addition to English, she is fluent in Farsi, Turkish and Turkmen. In her spare time, she loves to cook and try authentic local restaurants and cafes.