The people behind your smile

Dental School: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

Residency:

John’s Hopkins Hospital, Maryland (General Practice)
Nassau University Hospital, New York (Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery)
UHSA, Antigua (MD)
Graper Facial Institute, Florida (Fellowship, Facial Cosmetic Surgery)
Surgical Interests: Dentoalveolar surgery & complicated dental implant procedures

Professional Associations Include:

American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
American Dental Association
Multiple National & International Dental Implant Associations
Raleigh Wake County Dental Society
Hobbies/Interests: Traveling with his family; Carol his wife of almost 20 years and kids, Cameron, Kylie, and Nikki. Dr. Neshat enjoys water sports, skiing, and vegetable gardening.

Dr. Neshat is a Board Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon and is the founder of Nu Image Surgical & Dental Implant Center in Raleigh, North Carolina. He has pioneered several dental implant procedures in the Triangle, including the use of Zygoma implants and Teeth-in-an-Hour™. He is an Assistant Clinical Professor at the UNC Chapel Hill School of Dentistry, Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. At UNC, he is able to share his knowledge of surgical procedures and techniques as well as mentoring the dental students. Dr. Neshat routinely lectures on the topic of Dental Implants while acting as the Director of Nu Image Advanced Dental Seminars, a leading educational module for dental professionals in North Carolina.

Dental School: University of Puerto Rico, School of Dental Medicine

Residency:

Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC
Surgical Interests:Comprehensive full mouth rehabilitation and reconstruction

Professional Associations Include:

American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
American Dental Association
Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society
North Carolina Dental Society
North Carolina Society of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons
Raleigh Wake County Dental Society
Hobbies/Interests: Surfing, fishing, traveling, and spending time with family.

Dr. Perez is a Board Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon and was born and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico. He received his DMD degree from University of Puerto Rico, School of Dental Medicine in 2011. Upon completion, he completed his four year Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery training at Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC and its associated DC hospitals including: Washington Hospital Center, Children’s National Medical Center, Veterans Affairs, DC, and Georgetown University Hospital. As part of his training, Dr. Perez completed a craniofacial rotation with Dr. Jeffrey Posnick at Georgetown University Hospital, where he learned and was actively involved in advanced techniques of diagnosis and treatment of developmental jaw deformities and craniofacial reconstruction. Dr. Perez was also involved in research with Dr. Posnick and worked on a long-term retrospective study on hermamandibular elongation – a specific dentofacial deformity pattern. Their research was accepted by the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in June of 2016 and published online in August of 2016.

During his time with Nu Image Surgical, Dr. Perez has been involved in multiple charity events including organizing a mission trip to Cusco, Peru. Dr. Perez is bilingual and proficient in Spanish.

Dental School: University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine

Residency:

University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine
Surgical Interests: Anesthesia and sedation, wisdom teeth removal, pathology, reconstruction with grafting and dental implants

Professional Associations Include:

American Dental Association
NC Dental Society
Raleigh Wake County Dental Association
Fellow American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Fellow American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
NC Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Diplomate of the National Board of Dental Anesthesiology
Fellow American Dental Society of Anesthesia
Hobbies/Interests: Skiing, being outdoors, spending time with his family, and watching football and NASCAR. He is a nationally certified USSF soccer coach and has coached his daughter’s soccer team for the last 5 years.

Dr. Benzing comes to Nu Image Surgical with over 15 years of oral surgery experience. He is originally from Syracuse, NY. He went to dental school at University of Connecticut where he obtained his Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry and completed his residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery. He is a Board Certified oral surgeon and he is also Board Certified in dental anesthesiology.

Dr. Benzing enjoys teaching continuing education courses on medical emergencies and protocols, trauma, sedation, wisdom teeth removal and oral cancer screening. Dr Benzing is a certified BLS CPR and ACLS instructor. He was an adjunct professor at the University of New England College of Dental Medicine, where he taught local anesthesia, nitrous oxide and medical emergency courses to dental students as well as dental hygienists. Dr Benzing was a member of the State of Maine Cleft Lip and Palate team treating craniofacial disorders. He was on the Dental Forensics Team through the Office of the State Medical Examiner. Dr Benzing enjoys participating in several different missions for cleft lip and palate and exodontia.

Dental School: New York University College of Dentistry

Residency:

Woodhull Medical Center
Surgical Interests: Pathology, Implant & DentoAlveolar Surgery, and Forensic Dentistry

Professional Associations Include:

American Dental Association
American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons
Raleigh Wake County Dental Society
North Carolina Dental Society
North Carolina Society of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons
American Association of Women Dentists
Hobbies/Interests: Reading, exploring the American Tobacco Trail and the Cary greenways biking, and earning splat points at Orange Theory, all while being Supermom to her two amazing kids.

Dr. Kamoh is a board-certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon known for delivering advanced surgical care with precision, compassion, and a patient-centered approach. She is dual board-certified, including certification by the National Dental Board of Anesthesiology, reflecting her commitment to the highest standards of safety and excellence.

She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Zoology from the University of Washington, followed by her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from New York University College of Dentistry. She completed her Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency at Woodhull Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York, where she received extensive training in complex surgical procedures and anesthesia.

Dr. Kamoh brings a strong foundation of clinical expertise and mentorship, having spent five years in private practice in Buffalo, New York, while also training oral surgery residents in the operating room at Erie County Medical Center. She currently serves as adjunct faculty at the University of North Carolina, where she teaches and mentors dental students during their oral surgery rotations.

A recognized leader in the dental community, Dr. Kamoh has held multiple leadership roles, authored several publications in dentistry and head and neck surgery, and participated in international outreach efforts in Ethiopia and the Dominican Republic. In North Carolina, she continues to shape the profession as a co-founder of the Desi Moms Dental Group, a leader in the North Carolina Indian Dental Association, and an active member of the North Carolina Dental Society. She also leads a quarterly study club in the Brier Creek area and frequently lectures within the Triangle dental community.

Dr. Kamoh lives in Cary, North Carolina, with her husband and two children. She is deeply committed to her patients, her profession, and her community—bringing together clinical excellence, cultural connection, and a passion for service in everything s

Dental School: Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine

Medical School: University of Michigan

Residency:

University of Michigan
Surgical Interests: Pediatrics, Anesthesia, Third Molars, Bone Grafting, Implants, Pathology

Professional Associations Include:

American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
North Carolina Dental Society
North Carolina Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Hobbies/Interests: Basketball, running, fishing, and traveling

Dr. Addison was born in West Africa and has lived all over the world; Africa, Switzerland, Oklahoma, and Miami to name a few. He is board certified and received his DDS from Columbia University College of Dental Medicine and his MD from the University of Michigan Medical School. He was a Chief Resident Surgeon at the University of Michigan Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and an Adjunct Clinical Lecturer at University of Michigan School of Dentistry.

Dr. Addison is a huge basketball enthusiast and enjoys running, fishing, and traveling in his spare time. Every year Dr. Addison gives back to his home country of Africa by donating his dental tools/instruments, clothes, and shoes.

Dental School: University of Michigan

Medical School: University of Florida

Residency:

University of Florida in Jacksonville
Surgical Interests: Dental implants including All on 4 technique and use of zygomatic implants, oral pathology, and third molar extractions

Professional Associations Include:

American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (ACOMS)
North Carolina Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Society
Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Hobbies/Interests: Going to the dog park, running, lifting weights, going on walks at different parks around Raleigh, cooking/baking, trying new restaurants, and watching college football

Dr. Petraszko grew up just miles away from the University of Michigan. That’s where she fell in love with college football and received her Bachelor of Science degree in 2009 as a James B. Angel Scholar. She also received her dental degree from the University of Michigan in May 2014. Upon graduation, she moved to Florida to begin oral and maxillofacial surgery residency. She earned her medical degree from University of Florida College of Medicine in Gainesville, Fl in May 2018. Dr. Petraszko enjoyed her time as a resident at the UF Health where she earned the Resident Teaching Award from the department. Her training was completed at a community hospital in downtown Jacksonville where she treated a large variety of complex patients. She believes in giving back to the community by participating with Ronald McDonald House, American Red Cross, and Give Kids a Smile programs. Dr. Petraszko looks forward to using her knowledge and surgical skills to continue to help those most in need.

Outside of work, Dr. Petraszko is an avid runner, biker and weightlifter and loves making new and creative healthy meals. She enjoys the outdoors from swimming in the ocean to hiking in the mountains with her husband Cody and their puppy, Riggs. Dr. Petraszko’s family grew larger this year with the addition of their son, Lincoln, who was born in April. Dr. Petraszko is loving her new role as a mother.

Dental School: Nova Southeastern University
Residency:

Nova Southeastern University
Surgical Interests: Guided bone regeneration, soft tissue grafting, aesthetic crown-lengthening

Professional Associations Include:

Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology
American Academy of Periodontology
American Dental Association
Florida Dental Association
North Carolina Dental Society
Hobbies/Interests: Traveling, hiking, camping, puzzles

Dr. Rivero is a Board Certified Periodontist and was born in Venezuela and moved to the US (Miami, Florida) at the age of 13. She is Board Certified and received her DMD (Doctor of Dental Medicine) and Master of Science and Certificate in Periodontics from Nova Southeastern University. Her undergrad Bachelor of Science degree was obtained at Florida International University. Dr. Rivero concentrated her studies in Biology and Chemistry while there. Additionally, Dr. Rivero has been published as a co-author in the Infection and Immunity Journal (2013) for the research in the Regulation of Rab5 Function during Pagocytosis of Live Pseudomonas auruginosa in Macrophages. She has also done extensive research on the Clinical Comparison of the Treatment of Gingival Recession Defects with and without Advanced Platelet-Rich Fibrin and Investigation of the Healing Role of Angiogenic Proteins.

Dentistry, traveling, fitness, giving back, and her family are Dr. Rivero’s passions. She has been able to combine her loves by taking mission trips to Jamaica, Dominican Republic, and cities in Florida to provide dental care to those who can’t afford it. She also combines fitness with charities by running for Oral Cancer Research. She’s completed full and half marathons to find a cure for paralysis and has been involved with events such as “Give Kids a Smile” and “A Day For Children.”

Dental School: University of Pennsylvania

Medical School: New York University

Residency:

New York University Bellevue Hospital (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Surgical Interests: Dentoalveolar surgery, bone grafting, corrective jaw surgery, virtual surgical planning

Professional Associations Include:

Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Raleigh Wake County Dental Society
Hobbies/Interests: Reading, playing guitar, sailing, cycling, mixing tiki drinks

Dr. Konicki is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon dedicated to providing compassionate care to residents of the Triangle. He attended Muhlenberg College in Allentown, PA, where he explored his passions for both art and science by earning two bachelor’s degrees with honors in both biology and music. He then pursued his Doctorate of Dental Medicine at the historic University of Pennsylvania, where he additionally earned a master’s degree in bioethics. His professional education continued at New York University, where he earned his medical doctorate and served as a resident in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, caring for patients at New York University’s Langone campus, Bellevue Hospital Center, Lenox Hill Hospital, and the Manhattan Harbor Veterans Affairs Hospital.

His broad training encompassed the full scope of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, including dental implants, facial trauma, corrective jaw surgery, and cancer of the head and neck. Dr. Konicki’s articles have appeared in leading academic journals including the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Bioethics, and Cells Tissues Organs. He has lectured on both the national and international stage, with research interests in reconstruction, anesthesia, ethics, and patient safety. In his spare time, Dr. Konicki enjoys playing guitar, cycling, attempting to golf, and spending time with his wife and rescued pit-beagle mix.

Dental School: University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine

Residency: Harvard School of Dental Medicine

Surgical Interests: Laser-assisted periodontal therapy, peri-implantitis treatment, soft-tissue grafting, guided tissue regeneration, bone grafting, dental implants.

Professional Associations Include:

Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology
American Academy of Periodontology
Academy of Osseointegration
American Dental Association
North Carolina Dental Society
Hobbies/Interests: Hiking, gardening (tropical plants), cooking, traveling, video games

Dr. Tomack was born and raised in Westchester, New York and earned his bachelor’s degree in biology at the University of Delaware. He then went on to pursue his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree at the University of Pennsylvania. It was during this time that Dr. Tomack found his passion for the specialty of Periodontics. Subsequently, Dr. Tomack pursued a Master of Medical Science (MMSc) degree in oral biology and a certificate in Periodontics from the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. While at Harvard, Dr. Tomack served as chief resident. He also performed extensive research evaluating new risk factors for gum recession around natural teeth using novel methodology (dental ultrasonography and 3D surface defect mapping) as well as publication biases associated with clinical trials. He is a published author in the Journal of Periodontology. Dr. Tomack enjoys creating long-lasting relationships with patients and is eager to provide the best care possible.

In his free time, Dr. Tomack enjoys cooking, trying out new restaurants, and attending concerts/live sporting events. He values spending time with his wife, Emily (who is also a dentist), and their mixed beagle rescue dog, Kevin.

Dental School: University of California Los Angeles

Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas Texas associated with Parkland Memorial Hospital

Residency: University of Texas Southwestern/Parkland

Surgical Interests: Dentoalveolar surgery, implant surgery, office-based anesthesia, and oral pathology.

Professional Associations Include:

Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Fellow of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
North Carolina Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
American Dental Association
North Carolina Dental Society
American Dental Society of Anesthesiology
Active staff Division of Surgery, Nash-UNC Hospital
Dental License, North Carolina and California
Medical License, North Carolina
Hobbies/Interests: Running, yoga, and spending time with his family and friends.

John Crestetto is from Oakland, CA. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of California, Berkeley. He continued his studies at the University of California, Los Angeles School of Dentistry. Dr. Crestetto graduated among the top of his class and was selected by faculty to be part of the merit-based OKU honor society.

Dr. Crestetto completed his Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency and earned his medical degree at University of Texas Southwestern/Parkland, a program nationally and internationally noted for pioneering advancements in the specialty of Oral Surgery. While at Parkland, he served as chief resident of Oral Maxillofacial Surgery in 1996/1997. His training included a General Surgery internship and rotations that included trauma, plastic/reconstructive surgery, and anesthesiology.

Dr. Crestetto is licensed as a dentist and physician in the state of North Carolina and maintains extensive CE requirements. He proudly resides in the community for which he has and continues to serve for over 25 years.

Dental School: Columbia College of Dental Medicine

Medical School: New York University Grossman School of Medicine

Residency: New York University – Bellevue Hospital (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)

Surgical Interests: Dental implants including full mouth rehabilitation/all-on-X, wisdom teeth surgery, bone grafting, guided surgery/virtual surgical planning, and corrective jaw surgery.

Professional Associations Include:

American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
NC Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
American Dental Association
NC Dental Society
Hobbies/Interests: Exercising, cooking/baking, traveling, cycling, tennis, pickleball and quality time with family.

Dr. Paul H. Lee is excited to return to North Carolina and provide compassionate, high-quality care to the Triangle community. Originally from South Korea, Dr. Lee moved to Greensboro, NC at the age of 10. His connection to the Triangle area deepened while attending high school at the NC School of Science and Mathematics in Durham, followed by UNC Chapel Hill, where he double majored in biology and economics with a minor in chemistry.

Dr. Lee’s passion for dentistry and medicine took root during his volunteer dental mission trips to Honduras. He later earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from Columbia University, where he discovered his passion in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery while assisting in craniofacial and corrective jaw surgeries.

He pursued further professional training at New York University, earning his Doctor of Medicine (MD) and completing his Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency. Over the course of his six-year residency, Dr. Lee had the privilege of treating diverse patient populations at institutions including NYU Langone Medical Center, Bellevue Hospital, Manhattan Veteran Affairs Hospital, and the NYU College of Dentistry. His dedication and expertise led to his final year as the executive chief resident at NYU Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

Dr. Lee is actively involved in research, with particular interest in regenerative medicine, guided/custom surgery, and virtual surgical planning. He has also lectured at national conferences and is committed to utilizing the latest proven technologies to improve patient outcomes. He is bilingual and proficient in Korean.

Dental School: Columbia University College of Dental Medicine

Residency: Loyola University Medical Center

Surgical Interests: Dentoalveolar surgery, dental implant surgery, full mouth reconstruction and rehabilitation, bone augmentation grafting, and oral pathology

Professional Associations Include:

Diplomate, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
American Dental Association
Raleigh Wake County Dental Society
Hobbies/Interests: Live music, college football, traveling, wine and craft beer tasting, reading (fiction/fantasy)

Dr. Jeff Luchetti was born and raised in central Pennsylvania. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Notre Dame before going on to receive his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, where he graduated in the top third of his class.

Dr. Luchetti completed his Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery training at Loyola University Medical Center, a Level 1 trauma center in Chicago, Illinois, recognized for its comprehensive and advanced surgical care. During his residency, he received extensive training in anesthesia, facial trauma, orthognathic surgery, bone reconstruction, and dental implant surgery, including full-arch rehabilitation.

He has contributed to the field through multiple publications and remains committed to continuing education by actively participating in national and regional meetings to stay at the forefront of oral and maxillofacial surgery.

Outside of the office, Dr. Luchetti enjoys attending live music performances, watching college football, and exploring new restaurants. He values spending time with his wife, their daughter, and dog, as well as his extended family, all of whom live nearby.

Dental School: University of Michigan School of Dentistry (D.D.S.)

Medical School: University of North Carolina School of Medicine (M.D.)

Residency: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Surgical Interests:

Anesthesia and sedation
Dentoalveolar surgery, including wisdom tooth and expose and bond surgeries
Dental implant surgery, including full mouth reconstruction and bone augmentation, All-on-X, and zygomatic implants
Oral and maxillofacial pathology
Surgical treatment of temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJD)
Corrective (orthognathic) jaw surgery
Professional Associations Include:

Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS)
American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS)
American Dental Association (ADA)
NC Dental Society (NCDS)
American Medical Association (AMA)
Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU)
Active Hospital Privileges, UNC REX Hospital
Hobbies/Interests: Enjoys being outdoors, traveling, spending time with family, photography, and single malt scotch.

Dr. Donnelly completed her Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she also earned her medical degree (M.D.) from the UNC School of Medicine. Her training included a general surgery internship and extensive experience within the Department of Anesthesiology, equipping her to safely provide anesthesia for adult, geriatric, and pediatric patients. She also completed clinical rotations at the Durham VA Medical Center and Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC, providing experience in caring for diverse patient bases.

At UNC, she trained with pioneers and leaders in the field, including Dr. Timothy Turvey and Dr. George Blakey, developing expertise in:

Dentoalveolar surgery
Dental implants and full mouth rehabilitation
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) surgery
Oral and maxillofacial pathology
Orthognathic (jaw) surgery
Facial aesthetic procedures
Facial trauma surgery .
She is deeply committed to team-based care, with experience in interdisciplinary clinics including the Pediatric Rheumatology/TMJ and Pediatric Craniofacial programs at UNC. She has worked closely alongside orthodontic, prosthodontic, and general dentistry colleagues and continues to value strong collaboration and communication with other dental professionals.

Dr. Donnelly and her family fell in love with the Durham-Chapel Hill area during her training years and chose to make it their home. She lives in Chapel Hill with her husband, Chris, their two daughters, and their German Shepherd. Dr. Donnelly maintains active North Carolina medical and dental licenses and participates in multiple Durham and Chapel Hill–based dental study clubs.