The Art of
Your Smile
Many people, children and adults alike, do not look forward to visiting the dentist. Therefore, we have committed our careers and our practice to changing that perception, one smile at a time. We pride ourselves on treating each person individually, meeting their personal comfort needs and ensuring them the highest level of care. After spending many years as dental associates, we joined forces to build a practice where we could focus on treating people uniquely. This takes the focus off of volume dentistry and overgeneralized care. After Celebrating 15 years of dental excellence, we created a state state-of-the art dental practice, which opened its’ doors in 2009. Since then, we have been a beacon of empathetic general and cosmetic dentistry in Midtown Raleigh, nurturing smiles and easing anxieties with every patient we serve.
Anna Abernethy, DDS
Dr. Abernethy, originally from Concord, North Carolina, moved to Raleigh for college and graduated from Meredith College in 2001 with a degree in biology and a minor in chemical physics. Her journey towards dentistry began unexpectedly when she experienced a dental emergency during her college years, leading her to explore the field through externship programs. Witnessing a patient's life-changing smile makeover after a car accident inspired her to become a dentist. She pursued her dental education at UNC-Chapel Hill Dental School, actively participating in various community service initiatives and events. After graduation, she gained valuable experience as an associate in a dental practice.
Jill Sonner, DDS
Dr. Sonner, a Raleigh native, completed her undergraduate studies at NCSU in Biological Sciences in 1999. She pursued dental education at UNC Dental School and trained at Fayetteville VA Medical Center, gaining skills in treating medically compromised and geriatric patients, and in advanced surgical techniques, including implant placement. She achieved Fellowship with The International Dental Implant Association, mentored by Dr. Arun Garg. Dr. Sonner, alongside Drs. Abernethy and Wells, took part in a mission to the Dominican Republic, contributing to dental implant surgeries, enhancing chewing function for locals who wouldn't otherwise have the chance. Their efforts significantly improved the quality of life for many recipients.
Anita Wells, DDS
Dr. Anita Wells, developed her passion for dentistry in her hometown of Pinehurst, inspired by her childhood dentist's compassionate and personalized care. From a young age, she was fascinated by his ability to transform lives through beautiful smiles. Observing his artistic skills and the positive impact he made on patients, she decided to pursue dentistry. Dr. Wells graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a Bachelor's degree in Biology and Chemistry, and later earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery with the highest honors. After practicing in Chapel Hill, she co-founded Renaissance Dental Center in 2009, aiming to provide personalized dental care based on her dedication to changing people's lives.
Dream It.
Build It. Grow It.
Understanding that visits to the dentist can be daunting for many, both children and adults, we have wholeheartedly dedicated ourselves to changing this perception, one comforting smile at a time. Our commitment is deep-rooted in the belief that everyone deserves to be treated with individual care, sensitivity, and the utmost compassion. Our journey as dental associates has led us to establish a practice centered on providing personalized, gentle care for each unique individual. We consciously steer away from the impersonal nature of high-volume dentistry, focusing instead on understanding and meeting the specific needs and comforts of our patients. Over three years, we meticulously crafted our state-of-the-art dental practice, which opened its doors in 2009. Since then, we have been a beacon of empathetic general and cosmetic dentistry in Raleigh, nurturing smiles and easing anxieties with every patient we serve.