Meet the Team
heidi cook, D.M.D.
Born and raised in the Boston area, Dr. Cook has always had a love for science and art. She pursued her interests in biology and art at college earning a Bachelor of Science degree from St. Lawrence University in upstate New York. A desire to serve people along with her background in science led her to a career in dentistry. She earned her D.M.D. at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston.
After dental school, she stayed in New England where she began her career in private practice. In 2009 she and her family relocated to Chapel Hill. Upon moving to North Carolina, she continued her dental work in a community health center as an Assistant Dental Director and as adjunct faculty at UNC Adams School of Dentistry. She is a member of the North Carolina Dental Society and American Dental Association.
Outside of the office she serves on the Board of Directors for multiple local non-profit organizations and is a volunteer service dog trainer. She enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters, hiking, working in the garden, cooking, and supporting local food.
Rachel Ungaro, D.D.S.
While originally from Rochester, NY, Dr. Ungaro has been glad to claim the triangle area as home since early childhood. Growing up, her love for anything active and disposition toward adrenaline culminated in her first passion - skateboarding. Working as an instructor at the local skatepark, Sk8-Cary, provided opportunities in coaching children as well as gaining appreciation for people from diverse backgrounds. It became her goal to be invested in community regardless of demographics, reputations, or stereotypes.
Dentistry showed itself as a means to serve people while also developing long-lasting relationships, bringing this desire to fruition. She attended UNC-CH for both her undergraduate and dental training, earning a B.S. in Biology and her D.D.S. with honors. In dental school, Dr. Ungaro was actively involved in the Student Health Action Coalition as well as the Global Girls Empowerment Foundation, allowing her to provide care to those in need both locally and abroad.
She sought advanced training in general dentistry at the Prisma Health Richland Hospital in Columbia, SC. While there, she gained experience in the treatment of medically complex patients, hospital dentistry, surgical procedures, and conscious moderate sedation. Dr. Ungaro is honored to now be serving the community where she first fell in love with dentistry.
Jessica Vet, DDS
Dr. Vet was born and raised in Asheboro, North Carolina. From a young age she was exposed to the dental field as her father was a dentist in her hometown. She served as his weekend assistant for emergencies and worked at the front desk over school breaks which allowed her to gain experience in different aspects of dentistry. Dr. Vet has always had a love for helping others, science and arts. Dentistry allows her to integrate these passions. She pursued her interest in science as she received her bachelor of science in biochemistry from Elon University. While at Elon she was also part of the co-ed cheerleading team and continued to grow in her love of arts through ceramics and painting.
A desire to help others feel confident in their smile paved the way for her to obtain her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Dr. Vet enjoys treating all patients, but she is especially passionate about helping patients overcome dental anxiety and improve their homecare to better not only their dental health, but also their overall health.
Outside of the office she is active in her church and loves spending time with family. She married her college sweetheart, Ryan, and together they have two boys. Dr.Vet enjoys traveling and exploring new places with her family, attending musicals at DPAC, reading, cooking and woodworking at AR workshop.
Shaina Holman, D.D.S., Ph.D.
Dr. Holman graduated from East Chapel Hill High School where she also met her husband. Her passion for science, teaching, and art was on clear display early in her life. During high school she was able to do research at Duke University, resulting in her first publication in a peer-reviewed journal! Since then, she’s been fortunate to publish over a dozen peer-reviewed research articles.
She went on to graduate with distinction from Duke University with a degree in Biological Anthropology and Anatomy. Her passion for dentistry began during college while doing a project for her Ethnobiology class in Costa Rica. She saw how dentistry combined her love for people and her love of science, research, art, and community impact.
She later earned her D.D.S. and a Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences at the University of Maryland in Baltimore. After her post-graduate schooling, she completed a fellowship at the Veteran Affairs Medical Center and University of Maryland School of Dentistry in Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology and General Dentistry. While there, she worked with medically compromised patients and performed advanced procedures including implant placement, bone graft placement, root canals, and biopsies. In 2022, she became a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, achieved by completing extensive coursework, examination, and submitting case studies.
Dr. Holman loves giving back to the dental community and currently serves as the President of her sorority chapter, Eta Phi Zeta in Chapel Hill, part of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. She is a member and past-president of the Durham Orange County Dental Society, a member of the American Association for Dental Sleep Medicine, the Academy of General Dentistry, and the American Dental Association.
She is married to her high school sweetheart, Trevor Holman. They live in Chapel Hill with their three children.
Kimberley Baldwin
Chief Operations Officer
Kim, a Virginia native who has made North Carolina her home for over 20 years, brings a diverse background to her role as Chief Operations Officer, with over 17 years of customer service experience, most recently as a Client Relationship Manager. Beyond her professional life, Kim is passionate about community service, currently serving as president of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority’s Eta Phi Zeta Chapter in Chapel Hill and actively participating in her church’s music ministry. When she’s not working or volunteering, Kim enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, interior decorating, and attending concerts and other performances.
Administrative Team
Treatment Coordinator
Janiceé R. Willis was born in Columbus, Ohio, 3 minutes apart from her identical twin sister, but raised in Wilson, NC. She graduated from Hunt High School in 2012 and went on to earn an Associates degree in Criminal Justice from Wilson Community College. On September 22nd 2018 she married the love of her life, Dwight. In her spare time, she likes to spend time with her family, travel, and expand her gift in playing drums.
Administrative Team
Patient Care Coordinator
Tyler was born and raised in Chapel Hill, NC. His favorite thing to do is spend time with his family. His passion is helping others and fashion. Tyler is always happy to connect with people, and his favorite saying is “Let your smile change the world, but don’t let the world change your smile.” He looks forward to meeting new patients, assisting them, and seeing their lovely smiles.
Administrative Team
INSURANCE COORDINATOR
Erica Jay received her Bachelors in Healthcare Administration from St. Louis College of Health Careers, where she also earned her Associates in Respiratory Therapy in 2016. When not at work she enjoys going back home to St. Louis where she can see family and friends.
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Administrative Team
Patient Care Coordinator
Victoria was born and raised in Raleigh. She is pursuing an associate degree from Wake Technical Community College for Mental Health Counseling. Victoria loves working with young people and hopes to help as many youth realize that it’s important to pursue your goals and never give up no matter how hard it gets. Victoria also enjoys listening to music, traveling, spending time with family, going to church, and furthering her education.
Administrative Team
Treatment Coordinator
Courtney was born and raised in Graham, NC. She is a graduate of Guilford Technical Community College's Dental Assistant program. Courtney worked as a chairside dental assistant in various dental fields, such as Oral Surgery, Pediatrics and Orthodontics, just before transitioning to Front Office Administration. Courtney is currently a student at Winston-Salem State University, where she is studying Healthcare management. Outside of work Courtney enjoys spending time with her son, Jaylen and watching sports, especially football.
Administrative Team
Insurance Coordinator
Jamauria is a Durham, NC native and proud graduate of North Carolina Central University. She brings over 10 years of experience in customer service within the insurance industry to our practice. She is a dedicated wife and mom of three, who has a passion for travel and spending time with family and friends. She serves as a member on the Affordable Housing Board in Chapel Hill, NC, where she advocates for accessible housing solutions in our community.
Clinical team
Dental Assistant II
Originally from Mebane NC, Kaley knew for a while that being a dental assistant was her dream job. Her favorite part about being an assistant is getting to know each and every patient and making sure they feel comfortable during their dental experience. In her free time, Kaley enjoys her time outside, spending time with friends and family, and she's often on the go trying to find new things to enjoy in life.
Clinical team
Dental Assistant II
Haley has had a lifelong passion for dentistry. With a deep-rooted desire to work in the dental field, Haley is committed to providing quality care and assisting patients in achieving optimal oral health. Alongside her dedication to dental assisting, Haley cherishes spending quality time with her two daughters and beloved dog, engaging in outdoor activities and embarking on exciting family adventures.
Clinical team
Dental Assistant II
Tonia was born in Chapel Hill and has lived in the area the majority of her life. She became intrigued with dentistry while helping a friend study for her DAII finals and here we are 20 plus years later. She loves helping others, as well as the appreciation from the people she assists. She's assisted with missionary dentistry before and was grateful to be able to help so many. She's a proud mother as well as MiMi to three grandchildren. Traveling and shopping are my parts of my peace.
Clinical team
Dental Assistant
Jacob is a native of Clinton, NC, with a passion for healthcare and wellness. A recent graduate of UNC with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Exercise and Sports Science, Jacob is embarking on his journey towards becoming a dentist. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to patient care, he aspires to leverage his diverse academic background to excel in the field of dentistry. Stay tuned as Jacob prepares to take the next step in his career by applying to dental school this upcoming cycle.
Clinical team
Dental Assistant II
Emma always had an interest in the medical field and found her passion for dentistry while attending ACC, where she completed their Dental Assistant II program. She takes pride in helping patients feel welcome and comfortable during their dental visits. When not in the office, she enjoys spending time with family, visiting national parks, and trying new restaurants.
Clinical team
Dental Assistant II
With a passion for the medical field, Katie chose dentistry and has loved every moment since. She attended Alamance Community College's Dental Assisting II program. Her favorite part is meeting new people each day and helping patients feel comfortable in the chair. When not in the office she enjoys spending time with family- she has 3 nephews and 1 niece. She also enjoys being outdoors and taking my dog on walks.
Dental Hygienists
Lead Dental Hygienist
Valeria has a been licensed hygienist since 1997. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene from the University of North Carolina, where she was also on the Dean’s List, and received the Proctor and Gamble Award for Clinical Excellence. She loves continuing her dental education and even makes a special effort to go beyond her yearly requirements to ensure that patients receive the best possible care. Valeria is honored to be a part of a dental team that is dedicated to its patients and makes everyone feel like family. She is married and has one daughter. Valeria loves to read and loves music, but recently she fell in love with all things Peloton!
Dental Hygienist
Christina was born and raised in Michigan, but she has lived in the triangle area for the past 10 years. She's worked in the dental field for 20 years, the last 15 of those as a Registered Dental Hygienist. It is a priority for Christina that each and every patient experience is better than their last one - she loves being able to make anxious patients feel at ease and comfortable for every visit! She also has two rescue Pitbulls, Gizmo and Stella, that keep her on her toes each and every day.
Dental Hygienist
Stephanie graduated Cum Laude from Ferris State University in 2007 with a BS in Dental Hygiene. She grew up in a town of fewer than 1,000 people in rural Michigan and has called NC home since moving to the area, not even a week after graduating college. She is very passionate about dental hygiene and helping patients improve their oral hygiene. She has been the Chair of the Durham-Orange Dental Hygienists' Association, a component of the North Carolina Dental Hygienists' Association, for 2 years and Co-Chair for 1 year. Through the component, she plans and attends many dental hygiene continuing education courses throughout the year. Her next goal, however, is to participate in a dental mission trip in a foreign country, as she has and will continue to participate in mission work throughout our state. She is also passionate about donating blood and would like to plan and organize a local blood drive. Dental hygiene, however, is not her whole life; her family is! She has 2 very active daughters and a wonderful husband that are truly her everything. They share their home with a cat and dog that love to hate each other.
Dental Hygienist
Nana was born and raised in Salisbury NC. She received a BS in dental hygiene from UNC Chapel Hill in 2021, and a BS in biology from Bennett College in 2016. She has worked in the dental field for 5 years, but dental hygiene is her passion. She enjoys helping patients improve their oral health. During her free time she enjoys watching movies, cooking, and spending time with family.
Dental Hygienist
Natalia was born and raised in Lima, Perú. She graduated from UNC School of Dentistry with a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene, and has been working to keep her patients with healthy and bright smiles every since. She loves to make the dental setting a more comfortable environment for those patients that have anxiety. With Spanish as her first language, she loves seeing Spanish speaking patients and making their appointments more comfortable and enjoyable. In her free time she enjoys volunteering in dental clinics around the Carolinas; spending time with family and her German Shepherd, Hiro; and taking international trips with her husband.
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To apply, please send a resume and cover letter with at least two references to Dr. Holman. Send an email to holmanddsphd@gmail.com
