GDAMEMBERPROFILE Dr. Akindeko Obebe
What did you want to be when you were growing up?
DR. AKINDEKO OBEBE
GDA DISTRICT: Eastern District Dental Society
PLACE OF WORK: Augusta Children’s Dental Center
DENTAL SPECIALTY: Pediatric
I used to dream of becoming a pilot or an anesthesiologist—I’ve always been drawn to travel and making meaningful connections with others. As I got older, I realized that dentistry off ered a unique blend of all those passions: the ability to care for people, opportunities to explore the world, and the chance to make a lasting impact in others’ lives.
What or who inspired you to become a dentist?
My childhood dentist—whom I visited quite frequently—planted the initial seed and steered me along the path. Later, during a dental school interview, I met a pediatric dentist who showed me how powerful a positive dental experience could be for a child. His energy in the clinic and his dedication to the community were inspiring. I later learned he was the
This column highlights GDA
members talking about their path to dentistry and the value they fi nd in GDA membership. This month we hear from Dr. Akindeko Obebe.
offi cial pediatric dentist for teams like the Philadelphia Flyers, Sixers, and Eagles, which added another layer of admiration to his infl uence.
What was your fi rst job?
My fi rst offi cial job was in high school at a local pizza parlor. I made pizzas, answered phones, ran the cash register— and cooked up a legendary calzone. More than that, I learned patience, manual dexterity, and the art of customer service. Today, those skills—minus the calzone— serve me well with my young patients and their families.
Has anything over the years been a game changer for you and your patients?
T e Isolite system has truly been a game changer. Its ability to isolate, suction, and illuminate all in one has transformed how I complete restorations—making the process safer, more effi cient, and less
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