The first dentist in her family, Dr. Farrey drew inspiration from her father, who wanted her to have the dental care he never did, and dedication from her faith. “Dentistry is a part of my purpose-driven life from God, and it is through the ministry of dentistry that I can touch the lives of so many other individuals forever.”

“Prayer and an X-ray. Every morning before my first patient, my prayer is that God allows me to help each individual that my hands touch to the most effective treatment. And before any treatment is started, I carefully analyze all X-rays.”

“I’m excited about digital impressions and the accuracy and comfort they add. This is particularly effective with orthodontic patients and when we’re conducting crown and bridge.”

Dr. Farrey once met her “super ‘shero,’ ” Oprah Winfrey, when the mogul paid a visit to Macon, Georgia.