Both Dr. Pat and Dr. Wenona earned their Bachelor of Science degrees in 1994—Pat from the University of Wisconsin and Wenona from the University of Georgia—before meeting at Creighton University School of Dentistry in Omaha, Nebraska. After earning their Doctorates of Dental Surgery, they continued their education at Indiana University School of Dentistry, pursuing advanced training in Prosthodontics. Dr. Pat went even further, earning a dual certificate in maxillofacial prosthetics. Together, their dedication to specialization has set the foundation for the high-quality care they provide today.

The couple eventually settled in Dacula, where they launched VIP Family Dentistry as a place to serve their community while also building a legacy for their family. Their two children have grown up surrounded by this passion for dentistry—Aidan, now in his second year at the Dental College of Georgia in Augusta, is following directly in his parents’ footsteps, while Ashley is a sophomore at Georgia Southern University, balancing studying nursing with an active college life.

Both Dr. Pat and Dr. Wenona are recognized specialists in Prosthodontics, the field of dentistry focused on restoring smiles and replacing missing teeth with advanced solutions like crowns, bridges, veneers, dentures, partials, and implants. Their expertise allows them to combine general dentistry with advanced restorative care for patients of all ages. Dr. Wenona also offers specialized care for patients with sleep apnea and snoring, further expanding the practice’s ability to improve patients’ health and quality of life.

At VIP Family Dentistry, the philosophy is simple: provide comprehensive, personalized care while treating every patient like family. With a team of 14 highly trained and compassionate staff members, the Van Derheis have built a practice where excellence and empathy go hand in hand. Their motto—“Your Smile Deserves a Specialist”—perfectly reflects their mission.

For over two decades, Drs. Wenona and Pat Van Derhei have been trusted providers of implant and restorative dentistry in the Dacula community, transforming countless smiles while forging lasting relationships. Their work is a testament to what can be achieved when passion and expertise come together.

To learn more about VIP Family Dentistry, call 678-318-3353, visit www.vipfamilydentistry.com, or connect with them on Facebook at facebook.com/vipfamilydentistry.