Our Team
Dr. Yasheena Cara, DMD
Dr. Cara is excited to partner with Dr. Ken Murphy and his team. She is originally from South Africa and grew up in a small town south of Atlanta. Although not a native Georgian, Dr. Cara considers Atlanta her home. She attended Georgia State University where she graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology. She then went on to earn her D.M.D at the Medical College of Georiga in Augusta.
Following dental school, Dr. Cara worked as an associate dentist in the Atlanta area. She’s gained clinical experience and expertise in treating patients of all ages. Dr. Cara is an active member of the Georgia Dental Association, the American Dental Association, and the Academy of General Dentistry. She values providing the utmost care and comfort to her patients.
She lives with her husband Pete, their 3 children, and her dog. In her free time, she loves to travel, spend time with her family and friends and discover new outdoor areas in Atlanta.
Our Team
Dr. Kenneth Murphy, DDS
Leading our team is Dr. Ken Murphy, who graduated from Emory College and then received his dental degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Once he finished dental school, he entered a Post-Graduate General Practice Residency at the Emory University School of Post-Graduate Dentistry, where he learned to treat a variety of complex cases, both in a hospital setting for patients with medical complications and in a traditional private office.
Ever since the sixth grade, Dr. Murphy knew he wanted to be a dentist. That was when he did a term paper on careers, and after researching dentistry and later visiting the dental school at Emory, he decided the field of dentistry was for him. Dr. Murphy opened his practice in Atlanta in 1991, and in the year 2000, he moved to a larger facility in the Medical Quarters Building to better serve his patients.
He is a firm believer in continuing his education and is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry, the American Dental Association, the Georgia Dental Association, and the Northern District Dental Society. Dr. Murphy has been collecting dental figurines for over 20 years. It is an impressive collection of about 200 pieces! Most are displayed in our reception area and conference room for our patients to enjoy. Outside of dentistry, Dr. Murphy is an avid dog lover. He has four Boston Terriers, Koby, Piper, Phoebe, and Little Boo. He reads about a book a week and is addicted to his iPad.
Diane Robards – Business Assistant
Diane is a friendly and courteous member of our team. She makes you feel welcome before you have ever met her in person because chances are you will speak with her on the phone first before visiting our office. Diane does it all, from the scheduling, and financial arrangements, and ensuring prompt care of the unforeseen emergency. For patients with a tight budget, Diane can help them with outside financing. She fields all insurance calls and is excellent at helping patients understand how their insurance benefits work and how to maximize their insurance.
Diane Robards – Business Assistant
Diane is friendly and courteous. She makes you feel welcome before you have ever met her in person because chances are you will speak with her on the phone first before visiting our office. Diane does it all, from the scheduling, financial arrangements and ensuring the prompt care of the unforeseen emergency. For patients with a tight budget, Diane can help them with outside financing. She fields all insurance calls and is excellent at helping patients understand how their insurance benefits work and how to maximize their insurance.
Lisa Carter – Dental Hygienist
Lisa is a registered dental hygienist. She completed her training at Georgia Perimeter College in Dunwoody, and she brings almost 20 years of experience in the healthcare field to our team. She loves her job because it gives her the opportunity to help others live a healthy and happy life.
In her spare time, she likes to spend time with her husband, Chris, and her two boys, Liam and Olson, as well as traveling, scuba diving, camping, hiking, and running. She recently completed her very first marathon, the Marine Corps Marathon. We are very fortunate to have her as a member of our dental family and can’t wait for you to meet her in person.
Lisa Carter – Dental Hygienist
Lisa is a registered dental hygienist. She completed her training at Georgia Perimeter College in Dunwoody. She has been in the healthcare field for almost 20 years. She loves her job because it gives her the opportunity to help others live a healthy and happy life.
In her spare time she likes to spend time with her husband, Chris, and her two boys, Liam and Olson, as well as traveling, scuba diving, camping, hiking and running. She recently completed her very first marathon, the Marine Corps Marathon. We are very fortunate to have her as a member of our dental family and can’t wait for you to meet her in person
Amanda Ziller – Dental Assistant
Amanda is the 3rd generation of her family to choose the dental profession! Her primary goal is to ensure that each of her patients is as comfortable as possible. When not working, she likes to spend time with her daughter, be outside, travel, and spend time with her family.
Amanda Ziller – Dental Assistant
Amanda is the 3rd generation of her family to choose the dental profession! Her primary goal is to ensure that each of her patients is as comfortable as possible. When not working, she likes to be outside, traveling and spending time with her family.
Our Hours:
Monday 7AM–4PM
Tuesday 7AM–4PM
Wednesday 7AM–4PM
Thursday 7AM–4PM
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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