Dr. Amber Goode Benevis —Northern District Dental Society


My journey to dentistry began with a childhood fascination with teeth-and a quirky habit of collecting


my own teeth and dental appliances. While my path wasn’t exactly traditional, it was full of hands-on experience. I started out as a dental assistant, then became a hygienist, and eventually fulfi lled my dream of becoming a dentist. Today, I serve as the District Dental Director for Benevis in Georgia. Aſt er earning my undergraduate degree


from Florida State University, I honed my practical skills in Washington, D.C. I completed both my hygiene certifi cation and dental degree at Howard University, followed by a residency in Advanced General Dentistry. Because I’ve worked in nearly every role within a dental offi ce, I bring a unique perspective to leading clinical teams and mentoring young dentists. My passion for serving underserved


communities led me to work with Walmart Health before joining Benevis. Now, I oversee 12 practices across Georgia, where I’m able to combine patient care with one of my greatest passions-mentorship. For me, the most rewarding part is helping


other dentists grow. It’s not just about treating patients-it’s about building future leaders. “Before you are a leader, success is all about


growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others.” - Jack Welch. I strive to live by that philosophy every day, leading through service, education, and empowerment.


Dr. Carrie Logue Marietta Roswell Dental Care—Northwestern District Dental Society


I fi rst became interested in dentistry when I saw the diff erence in a person that


was newly happy with their smile. Over time, I have come to appreciate how much we can touch people’s lives and develop relationships with our patients and staff over the years. Being a dentist and a mom can keep me pretty busy, but I love to play piano and travel whenever possible. I want to bring the best version of myself to


my patients, my family, and my community. Leadership means letting our values provide the basis for our decisions, and allowing those values to shine in our relationships with our patients and staff .


Dr. Claire Meeks Magusiak, Morgan & Brown Family Dentistry —Central District Dental Society


I have been practicing for a year now in Griffi n


as a general dentist. My husband and I have two dogs that we love to spoil and take on adventures. In my free time I enjoy working out and reading, and I hope to one day visit all of the national parks. A great leader leads by example. A leader


should have drive and a vision, but I think it is equally important for them to have compassion and empathy for their team. T ey should strive to create a positive environment that encourages teamwork and eff ective confl ict resolution.


Dr. John Senat Greenbriar Dental Care —Northern District Dental Society


Becoming a dentist has truly been a dream come true. A dream I’ve been


chasing for a very long time. I was born in Haiti and moved to the United States at the age of thirteen. Growing up in Philadelphia and learning English as a second language taught me to face adversity head-on and instilled a strong work ethic that helped


me stay focused on my goals. T ose early challenges played a crucial role in shaping both the person and the professional I am today. I’m proud to be the fi rst Registered Dental Hygienist and the fi rst Dentist in my family. Even more meaningful, I now work in the same offi ce where I once practiced as a dental hygienist. Every day, I get to make patients smile, live out my purpose, and stay grounded in the “why” that has guided me from the beginning. My next goal is to go to Haiti and serve my Haitian community where I grew up. Outside of dentistry, I strive to be the best


husband to my beautiful wife Candis and the best dad to my beautiful twenty-three- month-old daughter, Sarah Ann-Marie who, of course, runs the whole house! We enjoy traveling and spending lots of time with family and friends. I believe true leadership means giving


back. It means visiting local schools to inspire and motivate students to chase their dreams. It means volunteering at community events to serve those in need. It means never being too tired to off er guidance or support to be part of someone else’s success story. A great leader becomes the person they once needed on their own journey. A great leader understands that dentistry extends far beyond the dental offi ce and that helping someone smile goes much deeper than just their teeth.


Dr. Sara Twardy Smyrna Pediatric Dentistry —Northern District Dental Society


One summer in high school, my orthodontist invited me to work as


an assistant in his practice. T is was my introduction to this profession, and this experience is what ultimately led me to choose dentistry. I love working as a pediatric dentist! I get


to see my patients grow and change, and I have the opportunity to steer them in the


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