Dr. Vanessa Campbell began her dental career at the age of 16, working as an orthodontic assistant for her childhood orthodontist. She is a 2005 graduate of the University of Detroit-Mercy School of Dentistry where she earned both her Bachelors and Doctorate in a 6-year accelerated program, earning numerous awards. Dr. Campbell grew up in Michigan in a multi-cultural home and is fluent in Spanish. After working in Raleigh as an associate, she decided to open her private practice in Holly Springs in 2010. Since then, she has enjoyed working in and being a part of the small but growing community. Dr. Campbell is a strong believer in lifelong learning and takes anywhere from 50-100 hours of continuing education each year. She has had extensive training in reconstructive and cosmetic restorative dentistry. She has also been very involved in organizing continuing education events through the NC Academy of General Dentistry. In 2013, Dr. Campbell received her Fellowship from the Academy of General Dentistry, a designation only achieved by 6% of general dentists. Dr. Campbell and her husband Ryan met in the pep band at UDM. They enjoy traveling, hiking, music, and playing with their son, Benjamin. They also have a dog, Biscuit. When she is not working, Dr. Campbell enjoys yoga, knitting, and cooking for her family.
“I love being able to give patients confidence in a new smile. I feel so lucky that I get to be in a profession that blends art and science in a way that helps me take care of people. General Dentistry allows me to get creative in finding the best solutions for my patients, no matter their situation.”
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In 2016, Dr. Megan Farrelly joined the practice as an Associate. Dr. Farrelly is a graduate of Duke University, where she played soccer and earned a Fulbright Scholarship, as well as a 2007 graduate of Boston University's Goldman School of Dental Medicine. She received a National Health Service Corps Scholarship while in dental school and upon graduating, worked with the underserved community in Northampton and Bertie Counties in North Carolina. Thereafter, she worked several years in Rocky Mount, NC, making lasting friendships with patients, team members, and talented clinicians in Eastern North Caroina. She has completed extensive training in restorative and cosmetic dentistry at the prestigious Pankey Institute and participates in numerous continuing educations forums, in addition to her Spear Education study club with other local clinicians. Dr. Farrelly and her husband have three young children. Playing with her children is her favorite activity, but she also enjoys coaching youth soccer, conversing and reading in German, and playing the viola.
“My Mom and Dad always encouraged me to find something in life that I would enjoy and be challenged by year in and year out. Dentistry found me. It is an extremely demanding guild that is changing every year, constantly asking more from me from a clinical, technical, and emotional level; this allows me to deliver my very best for all of my patients. It is a privilege to be a part of such a fantastic team that strives toward excellence in taking care of our community’s oral health needs.”
The most recent dentist to join Campbell and Farrelly, Dr. Shelly Soch received her B.S. from University at Buffalo SUNY and her Doctorate in Dental Medicine from the University of Pittsburgh. After a hospital residency and getting married, she moved with her husband to Cary, NC. Since 2012, she has primarily been working as a locums dentist providing mostly long-term dentist coverage. Dr. Soch has a passion for education. For the last eight years, she’s been an Adjunct Faculty member in the Dental Hygiene Department at Wake Technical Community College and is respected by her students and colleagues alike. Having practiced in the area for 24 years, she is well-known in the dental community for her excellence in dentistry along with her sincerity and caring demeanor. She prides herself in being a thorough, caring and gentle dentist while staying current on the latest procedures and technology.
“After spending summers in middle school shadowing my dentist aunt in Rochester, NY, I knew I wanted to follow in her footsteps. There’s no mystery why I love my profession so much—few things are as gratifying as helping patients improve their quality of life by improving their oral and overall health.”
Tina is a North Carolina native that lives in the small town of Tramway. She brings over 17 years of combined leadership, benefits administration, project management, and IT experience. When she is not wearing her diverse hats at work she is an active member in her local church; Calvary Lemon Springs and volunteers in their outreach ministry, Lifeline Recovery where she works with those suffering from addiction and abuse. Tina is a Mom of two teenage daughters and has been married to her husband, Matthew for 21 years. When she is not shopping for fabulous heels, she enjoys spending time with her family that includes 3 dogs and 1 rescue cat.