Laura B. Holena, DDS
Vice Chair, Dental Medicine
General Dentistry
Independent Cliniciani
Overview
Languages spoken
- English
About
Philosophy of care
I believe in treating you as an individual and will treat you the way I would want to be treated, regardless of ability or disability. A team approach is used for treatment, involving you, your family and, if applicable, caregivers.
Why I entered medicine
I changed my major several times in college and finally settled on dentistry because of the encouragement of my dentist. He mentored me and I haven’t looked back since. I am especially thankful I found my niche in special needs dentistry.
Community involvement
I am on the board of directors of Column of Hope, Special Care Dental Association and Keystone DockDogs. I am the dentist of record for a charter school and have volunteered at several “Give Kids a Smile Days” and Mom-n-PA dental missions. I also mentor youth through Pheasants Forever.
Personal interests
I am very involved in dog sports and travel around the country to compete. I also enjoy hunting, camping and spending time with family.
Education
Undergraduate
Pennsylvania State University, BA - Letters, Arts, Science, 1999
Medical Training
State University of New York at Buffalo, DDS - Doctor of Dental Surgery, 2008
Training
Residency 2009
General Dentistry, VA Medical Center - Wilkes Barre, Wilkes-Barre, PA
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