About Your Dentist

“I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel."  - Maya Angelou

My Mission

“To deliver the highest quality of dental healthcare to my patients and guide their education on maintaining their optimal state of oral health.”

Education

Doctor of Dental Medicine
Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine
Boston University - Boston MA

Master of Science
Boston University – Boston, MA

Bachelor of Science
Boston University – Boston, MA

Professional Memberships

Dr. Gbarbea is a member of the American Dental Association.

Life & Hobbies

Dr. Gbarbea grew up in Charlotte, NC but has spent the last few years in Boston, where she graduated from Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine. While in Boston, she spent her time exploring the city and partaking in the many cuisines it had to offer. While she enjoyed the many adventures in Boston, she dreamt of North Carolina living. Now back at home, she is enjoying NODA, binge watching Netflix, and daily two-mile runs with her two dogs, Buttons and Oreo.
 

"Every time you smile at someone, it is an action of love, a gift to that person, a beautiful thing." – Mother Teresa

My Mission

"My mission is to meet the dental needs of my patients with the highest quality of care and integrity. I strive to utilize the latest technology to achieve great oral healthcare outcomes in the least invasive way possible. My highest priority is to foster trusting relationships with my patients so I can provide comprehensive care for the whole family and help them enjoy all the benefits of a lifetime of bright, healthy smiles."

Education

Dr. Surpreet Arora grew up in New Delhi, India and moved to the United States with his family after high school. He attended the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry with Honors. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree in 2015 from Texas A&M University Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, Texas.

Continuing Education & Professional Memberships

Dr. Arora is dedicated to lifelong learning in order to provide the latest and most advanced patient care. He completed a year-long Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in Albuquerque. During this residency, he gained valuable experience in oral surgery, implant dentistry, sedation dentistry, emergency dental procedures, and comprehensive dental care for the entire family.

Dr. Arora continues to pursue advanced dental training beyond what is required for dental licensure and is working towards gaining a Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry and the International College of Oral Implantologists.

Life & Hobbies

Dr. Arora and his wife Harleen are proud to call Central Illinois their new home. In their free time, Surpreet and Harleen enjoy running, hiking, camping, and meditating together.