Durham Dentist
Get to Know Dr. Ernesto Ulloa
Dentistry has the power to change people’s lives, whether it gets someone out of pain or gives them their confident smile back. Being able to help people this way is what makes Dr. Ulloa love his job as a dentist in Durham. He says it’s rewarding to build relationships with his patients and use those bonds to serve them in a way that uplifts both their health and appearance. Before you have a chance to meet him in person, you can start getting to know Dr. Ulloa below.
Why Did You Decide
to Become a Dentist?
I wanted to be a dentist because it provides me with the privilege to serve others in the healthcare field while enhancing one of the most noticeable aspects of an individual — one’s smile. Growing up in a household that valued maintaining good dental hygiene, becoming a dentist allows me to promote the importance of oral health in my community and play a part in bridging the gap in oral health disparities.
Where Did You Study Dentistry?
Dr. Ulloa earned his first dental degree from the University of Medical Sciences at Villa Clara. After practicing in his hometown, he moved to Quito, Ecuador, before eventually coming to America and receiving his second dental degree from the Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine.
Since then, he has continued to expand his education, gaining his certification in Invisalign while also taking advanced courses focused on dental implants, root canal treatment, and cosmetic dentistry. He is also an active member of the American Dental Association, North Carolina Dental Association, and Spear Education.
Outside of the Dental Office, What Do You Like to Do?
Dr. Ulloa and his wife, Adriany (who also works in our office), have two wonderful children, Claire and Nathan, as well as an amazing labradoodle, Bruno. When he isn’t spending quality time with his family, he loves to be outdoors, whether it involves hiking, traveling, or kayaking. On the weekends, he’s always down to search for good food and try new restaurants.
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