Dr Mallory Weaver Lelak

Dr. Mallory Weaver Lelak grew up in Atlanta, Georgia. She attended Georgia Tech for her undergraduate degree, where she studied Industrial and Systems Engineering. After falling in love with dentistry, Dr. Lelak then received her dental degree in Augusta from the Dental College of Georgia. During her time in dental school, Dr. Lelak was a strong representative for her classmates and patients. She served as a student coordinator for Clinica Latina, a local organization that served Hispanic families with income below the poverty line. Additionally, she contributed to the development of the school's student procedure handbook and served her classmates as lab manager. During her 3rd year, she researched the strength and hardness of the adhesive that attaches an orthodontic bracket to a tooth. Dr. Lelak is recognized by her classmates for her integrity and by the faculty for her contributions to the student body as a whole. Dr. Lelak's journey into dentistry started from working in her mother's office as a sterilization tech, where she gradually became fascinated with teeth. After completing her Industrial Engineering education at Georgia Tech with high honors, she worked at UPS before starting dental school. Since then, she has been practicing dentistry for about 3 years. Dr. Lelak prioritizes patient health and takes a holistic approach to dental care. She considers the mouth as an indicator of overall body health and aims to ensure long-lasting dental treatments by addressing underlying health issues. She wants her patients to feel like she is part of their healthcare team, not 'just' a dentist. She stays current with the latest advancements in dentistry by being active in continuing education, participating in the Seattle Study Club, and taking various courses. Her current focus is on improving surgical procedures and placing implants. She is particularly passionate about involving patients in their treatment decisions by providing them with different options and ensuring informed decisions.