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Welcome to the dental practice of Dr. Darren G. Koch in Apex, NC!
We invite you to experience our high quality care, personalized attention, and dedication to achieving and maintaining optimum oral health for you and your family. Our practice provides a wide range of cosmetic and general dental services in a friendly and relaxed environment. We are honored that you are considering our office for your dental care and look forward to the opportunity to serve you. Thank you for your interest.
Practice Philosophy
Relationships
One of the first things you will notice when you visit our practice is that we strive to get to know you as an individual, not just as a dental patient. We greet you personally, remember your interests and concerns from one visit to the next, and work to make you feel like a member of our extended family. Above and beyond all else, we never forget that you are the reason we are here!
Personal Attention
We take the time to conduct a thorough interview to help understand your specific needs. A detailed examination will be performed to assess the condition of your teeth and gums. We understand the importance of educating you about your oral health and want to ensure that you understand and feel comfortable with our treatment recommendations. After discussing your options, we will formulate a personalized plan that will meet your goals while taking into consideration your budget and schedule.
Comfort
We are committed to providing you the best dental care delivered as gently as possible. Our doctor uses a “virtually painless” injection technique when administering anesthetic. In addition, we provide oral sedation for patients who are particularly anxious or fearful about dental treatment.
Availability
Because we are a young practice, we have enough appointments available to fit your busy schedule. In addition, we guarantee prompt treatment of dental emergencies. Our doctor is only a phone call away after normal business hours.
Clinical Skills And Knowledge
We perform all procedures with precision and attention to detail in an effort to provide you with long-lasting results that enhance your health and appearance.
Our practice is committed to continuous education in the latest advances in dental technology. We use the most appropriate, proven materials and methods to create healthy, beautiful smiles.
Dedication
Our goal is to provide you with outstanding service and patient satisfaction that will motivate you to refer your friends, family and co-workers. Our practice is dedicated to retaining our existing patients and keeping them happy and healthy, while also attracting new patients who can benefit from our services.
We provide a wide range of general dental services including, but not limited to the following:
Preventive
- Teeth Cleaning / Dental Hygiene
- Fluoride Treatments
- Regular “Check-ups”
- Athletic Mouthguards
- Sealants
- Patient Education
- Nightguards (for treatment of clenching and grinding)
Periodontal (Gums)
- Charting and Diagnostic Services
- Scaling and Root Planing (for treatment of gum disease)
- Localized antibiotic and chemotherapeutic delivery
- Prescription oral rinses – PerioMed, Chlorhexidine, etc.
Cosmetic & Restorative
- Bonding
- Digital Photography
- Complimentary Cosmetic Consults
- Implant Restoration
- Cosmetic Recountouring
- Inlays and Onlays
- Composite Resin Restorations (i.e. tooth colored fillings)
- Crowns & Bridges – All Porcelain, Porcelain Fused to Metal,
- Gold Dentures – Complete and Partials
- Whitening – In-Office and Take-Home
- Veneers – Composite Resin or Porcelain
Other
- Extractions – excluding impacted or unerupted 3rd molars.
- Root Canal Therapy – Selected cases only
Darren G. Koch, D.D.S.
Dr. Koch is a graduate of The Rochester Institute of Technology where he received a B.S. degree with highest honors in the field of Biotechnology.
He pursued his dental training at The University at Buffalo and earned his D.D.S. degree with honors in 2001 while graduating in the top 15% of his class. During dental school, Dr. Koch received scholarships based on academic performance and professional service, as well as awards for excellence in restorative dentistry and periodontology. He also completed externships in both pediatric dentistry and oral surgery at local hospitals in the Buffalo area.
In order to obtain additional training in cosmetic and implant dentistry, Dr. Koch completed a one year advanced general dentistry residency at UNC-Chapel Hill. Upon completion of the program, he performed locum tenens work in the Triangle area as well as an associateship with Dr. Jack Mullen in Rocky Mount, NC. In April 2003, he purchased a general dentistry practice in Apex, NC where he currently works full time.
Dr. Koch is a member of the American Dental Association, North Carolina Dental Society, and the Fourth District Dental Society of Raleigh/Wake County. He actively pursues countless hours of continuing education per year in order to learn new techniques and to stay current with the rapidly changing field of dentistry.
Dr. Koch’s hobbies include playing tennis and volleyball, watching NFL football and NBA basketball, playing acoustic and electric guitar, movies, travel, and computers.
Latasha Harrington, DA II, CDA
Latasha is Dr. Koch’s full time dental assistant who graduated from Wake Technical Community College and completed a Dental Assisting Program in 2001. She brings 7 years of experience to the practice. Our patients appreciate her cheerful demeanor and gentle touch during clinical procedures.
Latasha was born and grew up in North Carolina. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, and shopping.
Anne Bastille, Office Manager
Anne is Dr. Koch's full time office manager who will assist you with appointment scheduling, filing of dental insurance, patient financing, and other administrative tasks essential to the practice. She brings over 18 years of experience to the practice and a cheerful willingness to always "go the extra mile" to help our patients.
Anne's business background also consists of being a previous owner of a home childcare, which she did for the last three years. She has exceptional management and organizational skills.
When not at work, Anne enjoys spending time with her family. She likes camping, going to the beach, and exercising.
Tonya Thomas, RDH
Tonya is Dr. Koch’s Registered Dental Hygienist. She graduated in 1998 from Tarrant County College in Texas with an associate degree in Dental Hygiene. She brings 10 years of experience and a pleasant personality to our practice.
Outside of the office, Tonya enjoys spending time with her husband and children. Her hobbies include making home improvements, traveling to tropical places, and working out.
Location
Office Hours
Monday thru Thursday from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Contact Us
Darren G. Koch, DDS., PA
Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
966 U.S. Hwy 64-W
Apex , NC 27523
Phone: 919-380-3388
Fax: 919-380-3366
Email: darrendds@nc.rr.com
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At A Glance:
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Established: 2003
Email: darrendds@nc.rr.com
Products/Services:
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We provide a wide range of general dental services including, but not limited to the following: Preventive Teeth Cleaning / Dental Hygiene
Fluoride Treatments
Regular “Check-ups”
Athletic Mouthguards
Sealants
Patient Education
Nightguards (for treatment of clenching and grinding)
Periodontal (Gums)
Charting and Diagnostic Services
Scaling and Root Planing (for treatment of gum disease)
Localized antibiotic and chemotherapeutic delivery
Prescription oral rinses – PerioMed, Chlorhexidine, etc.
Cosmetic & Restorative Bonding
Digital Photography
Complimentary Cosmetic Consults
Implant Restoration
Cosmetic Recountouring
Inlays and Onlays
Composite Resin Restorations (i.e. tooth colored fillings)
Crowns & Bridges – All Porcelain, Porcelain Fused to Metal, Gold
Dentures – Complete and Partials
Whitening – In-Office and Take-Home
Veneers – Composite Resin or Porcelain
Other Extractions – excluding impacted or unerupted 3rd molars.
Root Canal Therapy – Selected cases only |
Affiliations:
American Dental Association, North Carolina Dental Society, Fourth District Dental Society of Raleigh / Wake County
Web URL:
http://www.apexdentist.com
| Hours: | | Monday | 8:00AM - 5:00PM | | Tuesday | 8:00AM - 5:00PM | | Wednesday | 8:00AM - 5:00PM | | Thursday | 8:00AM - 5:00PM | | Friday | CLOSED | | Saturday | CLOSED | | Sunday | CLOSED |
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