Dr. Krupa Jani
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Jani was born in India and grew up in Nigeria (West Africa) as well as the United States. She received her Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Louisville, School of Dentistry. She completed her training in pediatric dentistry at Lutheran Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY, where she served as chief resident in her second year of residency. Following pediatric residency, Dr. Jani worked in private practice in Illinois for almost 11 years before making the decision to move to North Carolina to be closer to family.
Dr. Jani is a Board Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Jani strives to provide a fun, positive dental experience. Her greatest joy comes from her daily interactions with her patients. She loves to create lasting bonds with her patients and their families.
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Jani enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter. They love to travel and try new restaurants in the area.
- Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
- College of Diplomates of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, Member
- American Dental Association, Member
- North Carolina Dental Society, Member
Dr. Shamik S. Vakil
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Shamik S. Vakil, also called Dr. V, was born in Houston, TX and grew up in Cleveland, TN where he graduated from Cleveland High School. Dr. V went to college at Samford University where he completed dual undergraduate degrees, earning a bachelor’s degree in biology and in political science. He then served on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC and abroad as a Congressional Fellow working with the International Foundation. He went on to earn his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
While completing a two-year post-doctoral residency at the University of Illinois at Chicago School of Dentistry, he also earned a Specialty Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry and a Master of Science (MS). His residency training gave him the opportunity to gain additional skills in pediatric medicine, sedation, anesthesia, orthodontics, and behavior management.
Outside of the office, Dr. V enjoys traveling, scuba diving, hiking, concerts, cooking, and is an avid car and motorcycle enthusiast! He is also a proud supporter of all Charlotte sports teams, especially the Carolina Panthers!
- Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
- Fellow, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- College of Diplomates of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, Member
- American Dental Association, Member and Delegate
- North Carolina Dental Society, Member and Delegate
- Fellow, International College of Dentists
Dr. Harpreet Wasson
General Dentist
Practice limited to children and adolescents
Dr. Harpreet Wasson grew up in Cary, NC and has lived in the RDU area most of her life. She attended college at NC State University, earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Microbiology. She then went on to earn her Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2006. From 2007 to 2013, Dr. Wasson served in the U.S. Department of Health-Indian Health Service in Arizona and California, providing comprehensive dental care to children in underserved and remote communities. She also served as faculty for the Lutheran Medical Center AEGD residency program in Tucson, Arizona, and San Francisco, California.
Since 2014, Dr. Wasson has limited her practice to children and adolescents in the Triangle area. Dr. Wasson is known for her gentle, patient-centered approach and her ability to acclimate children to the dental environment, focusing on building trust and comfort through tailored care.
Outside of work, Dr. Wasson enjoys traveling, spending time with family, exploring new restaurants, and relaxing on the beach.
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Affiliate Member
- American Dental Association, Member
- North Carolina Dental Society, Member
- Raleigh Wake County Dental Society, Member
- American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine Qualified Dentist