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title: Meet Dr. Lee | Atlantic Dental Wilmington
description: Meet Dr. Carter Lee, dentist at Atlantic Dental Group since 1996. With a passion for cosmetic dentistry and patient care, Dr. Lee provides top-quality dental services
---

#### MEET DR. CARTER LEE

Dr. Carter Lee joined Atlantic Dental Group in 1996. He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill as an undergraduate with a degree in Industrial Relations & Economics. He lived in Richmond, VA for two years working for Maddux Supply in the Industrial Electrical Industry.

After discussions with his father, who graduated in the first class from UNC-Chapel Hill School of Dentistry in 1954, Dr. Lee knew what his true calling was. He graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill in 1996 and moved to Wilmington, NC to join Atlantic Dental Group. He is a member of many study clubs with an emphasis on cosmetic dentistry, oral surgery, implants and Invisalign® (invisible aligners).

#### CONTINUING EDUCATION

- Training in aesthetic dentistry and TMJ dysfunction at Spear Institute in Arizona
- Training in the dental treatment of sleep apnea and other sleep disorders at UNC-Chapel Hill in conjunction with the UNC School of Medicine and Dentistry

- Veneer preparation, temporization, and placement at UNC-Chapel Hill
- Multiple yearly advanced general dentistry courses with a focus on state-of-the-art technology, research, and techniques

#### PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Dr. Winneberger is a member of the following organizations:

- [American Dental Society of Anesthesiology](https://www.adsahome.org/)
- [American Dental Association](http://www.ada.org/)
- [NC Dental Society](https://www.ncdental.org/)
- [American Prosthodontic Society](https://www.prostho.org/)
- [Academy of General Dentistry](https://www.agd.org/)
- [American Academy of Implant Dentistry](https://www.aaid.com/)

- [International Congress of Oral Implantology](https://www.icoi.org/)
- [Pankey Alumni Association](http://www.pankey.org/get-involved/join-the-alumni-association/)
- [Blue Sky Bio Academy](https://blueskybio.com/)
- [Spear Study Club](https://www.speareducation.com/study-club)
- Cape Fear Dental Society
- Currently working toward advanced general and implant credentialing

#### IN HIS OWN WORDS

"Dentistry has been good to me and I don’t take the confidence that my patients have placed in me lightly. My entire team and I work very hard to provide the absolute best experience possible for each and every patient."

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#### AWAY FROM THE OFFICE

Dr. Lee is a member of the First Baptist Church in Wilmington, where he was married to his wife, Louisa in 2000. They have a beautiful daughter, Alex and a son, Wells. Dr. Lee loves boating, hunting, fishing, and is an avid Tar Heels fan (GO HEELS!). He prides himself on getting to know his patients and forming relationships for a lifetime.

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#### SCHEDULE YOUR NEW PATIENT APPOINTMENT TODAY

When you are ready to experience Dr. Lee’s 5-star dental care, schedule your Comprehensive New Patient Exam by calling 910-762-0958 or by clicking below to use  
our online scheduling form. Your appointment includes an oral cancer screening, a periodontal exam, a tooth-by-tooth exam, an aesthetic consultation, and a TMJ and bite pattern exam.

We look forward to helping you achieve your happiest, healthiest smile!

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#### YOUR TOP-RATED & NEW FAVORITE DENTAL CARE PROVIDER IN WILMINGTON, NC

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