Dr. Ellis graduated cum laude in 1986 from Wake Forest University with a BA in Chemistry. She graduated from UNC-Greensboro with a Masters of Education (MEd) in Physics in 1991. In 1999, Dr. Ellis graduated with distinction from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry with a Doctorate in Dental Surgery (D.D.S.).
Dr. Ellisvalues continuing education and understands the paramount importance of advanced clinical skills andusingthe latesttechnologythat will optimize patient care. She was appointed and has served two terms on the Continuing Dental Education Advisory Committee at UNC. She was inducted into the O.K.U. Dental Honor Society in 1999, and has served as an adjunctivefaculty member at UNC School ofDentistry. Sheis a member of the American Dental Association, the North Carolina Dental Society, the Academy of General Dentistry as well as the Seattle Study Club, and the Spear Study Club. Dr. Ellis was the Seattle Study Club member of the year for 2016/17. She became a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry in 2016. Dr. Ellis is also an academy member and mentor of the cerecdoctors.com.
These awards mean that your general dentist cares about long-term dental health for you and your family and demonstrates that concern by pursuing additional designations. The Fellowship (FAGD) and Mastership (MAGD) Awards are two of the most rigorous continuing dental education programs today. They help your dentist stay up to date on the most current dental procedures in order to offer you the highest quality of care. AGD website
Dr. Ellishas been practicing in Chapel Hill since 1999 and opened her practice, Ellis Family Dentistry, in 2005. Her founding values arehonesty, integrity, and respect for patients, while providing exceptional patient centered care.Sheis dedicated to helping patients achieve their best oral health through prevention, education, effective treatment planning, high quality materials,andexpert treatment.Dentistry is the perfect combination of art, creativity, and science. Using knowledge and experience, Dr. Ellis loves to create a positive experience foreachpatient.She values long-term patient relationships and welcomes patients of all ages to Ellis Family Dentistry.
Dr. James Hoke is a retired dentist with specialty training in Prosthodontics. He received his DDS from Ohio State University and his specialty training degree from the University of Michigan. He came to Chapel Hill after completing his specialty training and taught at the UNC School of Dentistry. Subsequently, he went to the dark (blue) side and was on the medical staff at Duke University Medical Center as head of the dental section, where he treated complex medically and dentally compromised patients. In 1989 he established his private practice of Prosthodontics in Durham. He retired from that practice in 2018. He remains active in Dentistry as the head of Dentistry for the Samaritan Health Center of Durham, by doing volunteer dental treatment for the underprivileged at Urban Ministries and TROSA, and by helping in quality private practices as needed.
When not down at the mouth he enjoys carpentry, woodworking, travel, and, most importantly, spending time with family. Dr. Hoke is joining us at EFD two days a week during this time of COVID-19. Please join us as we welcome Dr. Hoke to our team!
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 51 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestRichard Gribbin
a year ago
Great experience. I think I was at a bad dentist for a few years. Lisa gave a great cleaning, as I haven't felt like this in a long time. They also were honest and discussed some of the issues I have, where my old dentist just ignored them and did not give me options. I was given options and I did not feel any pressure to choose. They were just looking out for my best interests.
Patti Ashley
a year ago
Professionals are definitely the employees of this practice. They are caring, listen to a patient's questions, fears, expectations, very knowledgeable and kind. I cannot begin to adequately express my feeling of being so well taken care of at Ellis Family Dentistry!
Peter Hewitt
a year ago
Everyone was very careful and friendly. Extraordinary service !!
Amanda Strott
a year ago
I've been a patient at Ellis Family Dentistry for about 7 years. During that time I've been seen by several dental hygienists who, across the board, have been wonderful. Dr. Ellis is my primary dentist and I highly recommend her to others. I was seen by Dr. Baldwin at my recent appointment and had a great experience!
Jessica Haiges
a year ago
Always very kind, caring, and personable. I've had some bad experiences with dentists in the past and I feel like I can really trust this team. They answer all questions and are very transparent about their processes. I got a nice fuzzy blanket and honestly did not want to leave. Everyone is so nice!
Chris Fholer
a year ago
After going through a couple of bad experiences with other dental practices (over inflating problems) it was very refreshing to find a practice that is professional, up to date, friendly, short wait time for appointment and who did not try to inflate any problems. The staff and Dentist were professional and friendly. The best dental experience i've had in years.
T.W. Fields (Nu2Towing)
2 years ago
Great staff and Dr. Ellis is the best. You will love the care they provide.
Jim Collins
2 years ago
I like most do not find going to the dentist fondly. This was by far the best experience I have ever had going to the dentist. They were excellent in every aspect. Dr Ellis and her staff understood how most of us feel. I was out of town and I may just start going out of town to go to my new dentist! Jim c
Mario Mack
2 years ago
Great experience and awesome service!
Ronald Savage
2 years ago
Ellis Family Dentistry is awesome. They are very responsive to your needs and are very accommodating. Dr. Ellis is the best and the all the staff is nice and very helpful. They couldn't be better!
Mia Smith
2 years ago
Dr. Ellis and her team are awesome!
Marie Joyce
2 years ago
Great seeing Dr. Hoke again. Excellent dentist.
Suzie Hosman
2 years ago
The staff and care provided are excellent.
Lisa Brashear
2 years ago
Dr. Ellis has been my dentist for the past 16 years. That says it all! I've received excellent dental care (cleaning, crowns, partial, whitening, fillings) from her and her staff. Very happy to have her and her staff take care of my teeth.
Mike Jones
2 years ago
Very efficient and well-organized practice.
Richard Jones
2 years ago
When I moved to Chapel Hill five years ago, an immediate need was quality, caring, and affordable dental care. Someone recommended Dr. Ellis and her practice. Very grateful for that suggestion! Ellis Dentistry represents caring competence--highly recommend.
Roberto Garcia Alonso
2 years ago
Staff was very friendly and helpful would definitely recommend!
Rodney Whitaker
2 years ago
Couldn't ask for a better experience.
Fran LaRose Schindler
2 years ago
The best most comprehensive dental visit I have ever had and at age 82, I have been seeing dentists since high school. Very professional. Dr Ellis and dental assistant Frankie are a well functioning team. Entire staff friendly and helpful
Heidi Neumann Blankenship
2 years ago
This Dentist office came together as a team to give my Mom who is 89 and has Dementia a dental checkup! I asked about a visit for my Mom with Dr. Ellis and Katie and they were very supportive. Then when we arrived - Dr. Valeri and Juli had been briefed from them and they were all wonderful with her and it was a great experience -- very grateful for their care and kindness!
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