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!
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Dr. Harpreet Wasson was born in Canada and grew up in Cary and Raleigh, NC. Having completed her undergraduate program at North Carolina State University in 2002, she continued her education by obtaining a doctorate of dental surgery (DDS) in 2006 at the University of North Carolina. As a member of our practice since 2018, Dr. Wasson enjoys working with children and parents to ensure healthy smiles.
Outside of work, Dr. Wasson has several interests, including traveling! Among her favorite travel destinations are Egypt, Kenya, and Australia. Locally, she likes spending time with family, exploring the best restaurants, or relaxing on the beach. As someone who loves learning about nutrition and health, she also enjoys sharing her knowledge with friends, family, and patients.
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