Today we’d like to introduce you to Joi Freemont.
Joi, please share your story with us. How did you get to where you are today?
I am a native Atlantan and a graduate of the Fulton County School System – Westlake High School. Both of my parents were entrepreneurs. My father, Dr. James Freemont, was an obstetrician/gynecologist in private practice and my mother owned a flower shop in Southwest Atlanta, Growing up I spent countless hours working in both places, but I fell in love with the health profession. I followed the footsteps of both of my parents and attended their alma mater, Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge and went on to graduate from Marquette University School of Dentistry in Milwaukee, WI with my Doctorate in Dental Surgery.
I started my practice in 1997 immediately after graduation with one employee. We have grown to a fantastic team of 10. My love for helping people has always been in my heart, but my true passion was realized in 2003 after losing my father to sleep apnea. After his sudden death, I began my training in the study of this disease and have dedicated a large portion of my practice to treating patients with sleep apnea.
My family also started the James M. & Erma T. Freemont Foundation in my parents’ honor and I’m proud to serve as the chairperson of its board of directors. Since 2014 we have awarded 43 scholarships to high school seniors, undergraduate and graduate students studying the sciences. We also provide free ACT and SAT preparation courses to metro-Atlanta high school students and have recently opened a teacher’s supply closet at Hapeville Middle School to serve its underserved student population.
Has it been a smooth road?
Absolutely not!
There were many days at the beginning of my professional career when I didn’t see any patients. The doors were open but no one came in. Also, as a young female, I was sometimes perceived as a “novice”, not only by my patients but also by my team of employees.
None of this discouraged me. It actually fueled me to work harder! Giving up or quitting is not in my nature.
We’d love to hear more about your business.
I am a general dentist providing comprehensive dental treatment: cleanings, tooth-colored fillings, cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, crowns, bridges, veneers, sealants, extractions, periodontal (gum) treatment, root canals, and night guards.
We also provide treatment for sleep apnea and orthodontic treatment with braces and Invisalign.
I’m known best for my bedside manner and the personal attention that I give to my patients. No one likes going to the dentist! My team and I treat our patients like family, making their time with us as relaxing and enjoyable as possible.
I am proud that we have been in business for 22 years and are continuing to grow!! My motto to others is “treat your business, not a black business”. Do everything with excellence.
Is our city a good place to do what you do?
Atlanta is a great city for health professionals and I would definitely recommend them starting out here.
Contact Info:
- Address: 606 S. Central Avenue
Hapeville, GA 30354 - Website: www.TheHapevilleDentist.com
- Phone: 404-761-1659
- Email: office@thehapevilledentist.com
- Instagram: @FreemontDental
- Facebook: @FreemontDental
- Twitter: @FreemontDental
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