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6000 Village Park Dr, Knightdale

Call Us: (919) 261-1227

6000 Village Park Dr, Knightdale

Call Us:(919) 261-1227

"My mission in dentistry is to provide the highest quality of care to my patients throughout their lives for their oral health and overall general well-being while always holding myself to the highest level of integrity, kindness, and professionalism."

-Thomas R. Knape, DDS

Meet the doctor

Thomas R. Knape, DDS

Dr. Knape was born and raised in Indiana. During childhood, he spent most of his time playing sports and enjoying the great outdoors. He spent most of his summers riding horses out on the trails at a local state park. During his undergrad studies at Indiana University, he attended every basketball game he could at Assembly Hall. Upon graduating, he moved to Indianapolis to pursue his education in dentistry. When he isn't at the office or enjoying the outdoors, Dr. Knape can be found watching movies and spending time with his adorable Golden Retriever puppy, Noodle.

Experience

Dr. Knape is an active member of the American Dental Association.

Education

Doctor of Dental Surgery

Indiana University School of Dentistry – Indianapolis, Indiana

Bachelor of Science in Biology

Indiana University – Indianapolis, Indiana

"As your provider, I am dedicated to providing excellent and compassionate care to improve my patients' lives in a comfortable and relaxing environment. I love all aspects of general dentistry and take a special interest in cosmetic procedures such as Invisalign, veneers, implants, and implant-supported dentures. I am devoted to life-long learning and love to continuously attend courses to learn about the latest technological innovations and advancements in dentistry. I am excited to meet my new patients with the goal to build a long-lasting relationship for years to come."

-Pooja R. Makam, DMD

Meet the doctor

Pooja R. Makam, DMD

Dr. Makam was born in England and moved to the U.S. with her family at the age of 6. They have settled in Raleigh, North Carolina, and are happy to call it home. When she's not in the office, Dr. Makam loves spending time with her family, daughter, and rescue dog, Pearl. Her hobbies include cooking, traveling, trying new foods and breweries, spending time with friends, group fitness, and anything outdoors.

Experience

Dr. Makam completed an advanced education in general dentistry residency at the Dayton VA Medical Center in Dayton, Ohio. There, she received advanced training in implants, dental surgery, oral pathology, complex prosthetic cases, CEREC, and managing severely immunocompromised patients.