Raleigh Dental Arts

Dr. Tarun Agarwal DDS is considered one of the top dentists in the country, Dr. Agarwal is best known for his friendly and fun way of delivering dental care. Dr. Agarwal graduated from University of Missouri – Kansas City in 1999 & is a recognized speaker, author, and dental leader. He has been featured on CBS/NBC/ABC/FOX & News 14 Carolina. Dr. Agarwal has been awarded 40 Under 40 Business Leaders by Triangle Business Journal and is regularly invited to teach other dentists around the world. Dr...Read More. Agarwal was recently voted Best Dad in the World by 2/3 of his kids. Read Less

Dr. Kati Hetrick DMD marries experience from five plus years in private practice with information from cutting edge continuing education courses to provide her patients with high quality dental care. She has the heart of a teacher. In every interaction she strives to education, explain, and counsel so each individual feels comfortable with the decisions they make for their mouths. A gentle touch and positive attitude will comfort you during your dental visit. Dr. Hetrick is a native of Kan...Read Moresas. After receiving her Bachelors of Science degree from University of Kansas, Dental School brought her to Buffalo, New York where she received her Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2009. In a pursuit of excellence, Dr. Hetrick completed a two year Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency program. During her post graduate residency, she received additional training from dental specialists in all fields of dentistry. A passion for lifelong learning motivates her to attend frequent dental meetings, study clubs, and workshops. A desire to be closer to family recently moved Dr. Hetrick, her husband and two sons to North Carolina. Together they explore the area's beautiful parks, lakes, playgrounds, and festivals. Read Less

I have worked at Raleigh Dental Arts for over three years as a DA II. I came on board after graduating from the UNC Dental Assisting program in 2008. I assist Dr. Agarwal with all procedures and answer any questions the patient may have. My goal is to make the experience in our office as pleasant and comfortable as possible because we are a small office and we treat our patients like they are part of our family. Many patients have come to us because they have had bad experiences at other offic...Read Morees or they felt like they were not taking the time to hear them and their concerns. I have had so many patients tell me they feel so comfortable in our office and they appreciate the time we take to work with them and explain all their options to them. It always makes me happy when we can provide a positive experience to someone who has been hesitant about seeking help because they are nervous about trusting an office to take care of them. We always take the time to sit down with our patients and listen to what they have to say so we can provide the best service possible. I'm a North Carolina native from Raeford, NC and I take full advantage of the beaches here when I can. I love to cook and frequently go to the farmers market to see what local produce is in season to use. I also like to eat out and find great new restaurants to enjoy at and have had many patients recommend places for me to eat at that I never knew about in the area and love to pass on that knowledge to others. Read Less

I have been with the Dental Arts team since August 2012 and am thrilled to be part of this great office. I received my Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene from UNC Chapel Hill. As a Dental Hygienist, it is important to me to promote dental health through patient education, digital x-rays, oral examinations, routine dental cleanings, and periodontal therapy. I strive to make every dental visit a personable, comfortable, positive experience for each patient. My goal is to help patients achieve o...Read Moreral health and to give them the confidence of a beautiful smile. I am a North Carolina native and currently live in Apex, NC. When I'm not at work, I enjoy spending time with my daughter Layla, riding my bike, and cooking. I love the summertime and frequently enjoy weekend trips to Kure Beach with family and friends. I believe that anything can be achieved through hard work and dedication. Read Less

Originally from California, Michele moved to Raleigh with her family in 2015. Michele has a degree in Kinesiology from St Mary's College in California. She has 6 years experience in patient care and has been a part of the Raleigh Dental Arts team since 2018. In her free time, Michele enjoys riding at Cycle Bar, hiking with her puppy, playing tennis and golf. She says she loves that every day she can learn something new. Dental technology is constantly evolving and teaching us new ways to bett...Read Moreer serve our patients. Read Less

Jessie completed Dental Hygiene in 2007 at Wayne Community College and has been a part of the Raleigh Dental Arts team since 2016. In her spare time, Jessie enjoys crafts, painting and DIY projects. She also likes to visit the beach, theme parks, and hiking trails. Being a keen animal lover Jessie also likes to find the next dog to pet! Jessie says when she was a child she was terrified of the dentist. She would cry on the way there. Her dental hygienist was always so comforting and sweet...Read More and helped conquer her fears of the dentist. Now Jessie likes to do the same for her patients, to try and make their visit something to look forward to. Read Less

Jasmyn has been apart of the RDA team since 2019. Jasmyn started her dental career in 2008 as a Dental Assistant, primarily working in Pediatrics. In 2015 she earned her A.A.S. at Wake Technical Community College & was recognized by her colleagues for her outstanding clincial skills by means of the Hu Friedy Golden Scaler Award. Jasmyn understands that even though the dentist is not a fan favorite, it can be a pleasurable experience and wants that for every patient she meets. In her free...Read More time, Jasmyn enjoys traveling, cooking, photography, weightlifting and spending quality time with family and friends. She is a Long Island native and is always looking for the next adventure. Hopefully one day she can swim with sharks and get a yorkie named Dax! Read Less

Whitney has been a dental assistant for over 13 years and has been a part of the Raleigh Dental Arts team as a DA II since 2016. Whitney completed the Dental Assisting Program in 2006 through the Maryland State Dental Association and received her EFDA Certification in 2015 through Harcum College in Pennsylvania. For fun, Whitney enjoys listening to music, dancing and going to live shows. She also enjoys hiking, camping and doing almost anything outdoors. Whitney says being able to be pa...Read Morert of changing someone's life just by giving them their smile back and to see the confidence that it gives them is really rewarding. Read Less

Whitney has a Psychology major from ECU and completed her DA I certificate in February 2018. Whitney has been a part of the Raleigh Dental Arts team since September 2018. In her spare time, Whitney enjoys cooking, traveling, hiking and spending time with family and friends. Whitney says being a part of watching someone's smile and confidence completely transform is a rewarding experience.