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Dr. Debra Gray King

Foundation Dental Faculty

Dr. Debra Gray King

Founder, Atlanta Center for Cosmetic Dentistry | AACD Accredited Fellow | Pioneer in Smile Transformation

Dr. Debra Gray King is one of the most recognized names in aesthetic dentistry, known for delivering world-class smile transformations and creating one of the most successful cosmetic dental practices in the United States. As the founder of the Atlanta Center for Cosmetic Dentistry, she has spent over 35 years helping patients achieve stunning, confidence-boosting results through elite-level clinical artistry and an exceptional patient experience.

Her work has not only changed smiles, but changed lives.

Professional Achievements & Recognition

  • Accredited Fellow, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD)

Dr. King holds one of the rarest distinctions in dentistry, an AACD Accredited Fellowship, a credential held by fewer than 100 dentists worldwide, recognizing her as a global leader in cosmetic dentistry.

  • Featured Nationally in Top Media Outlets

Her work has been showcased in Time Magazine, USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, and on CNN, CBS, and FOX News, where she has become a trusted voice in dental excellence.

  • Television Spotlight: ABC’s Extreme Makeover

Dr. King gained national acclaim by performing life-changing smile transformations on the hit TV show, Extreme Makeover, bringing her artistry and compassion to millions of viewers.

  • Multiple Awards & Honors
  • Named Best Cosmetic Dentist three times by Best Self Atlanta
  • Inducted into the Dental Hall of Fame in 2020, honoring her legacy and contribution to the field of cosmetic dentistry.

Why Dentists Learn From Dr. King

  • Visionary in Practice Growth and Patient Experience

Dr. King has built a thriving, high-profile cosmetic practice by focusing on clinical excellence, luxurious patient care, and business systems that attract high-value cases.

  • Proven Leadership in Cosmetic Dentistry

Her clinical techniques, leadership style, and marketing acumen are studied by top dentists looking to expand into aesthetic-driven, fee-for-service models.

  • Authentic, Experience-Based Education

Every lesson she shares comes from real-world success, helping doctors elevate their skills, boost profitability, and deliver outcomes that create lifelong impact.

Dr. Debra King's Course

The Power Of “Can I”: Vision, Leadership, And Practice Transformation From The Inside Out

What if one simple shift in language could unlock greater confidence, higher performance, and lasting success, for you and your entire team?

In this transformational session, Dr. Debra Gray King, renowned cosmetic dentist and founder of the Atlanta Center for Cosmetic Dentistry, reveals the leadership and mindset strategies that helped her build a globally recognized, elite-level practiceknown for excellence in both patient outcomes and culture.

Drawing from 35 years of real-world success, Dr. King will guide you through a powerful framework to elevate your team, your vision, and your profitability, starting with a single empowering question: “Can I?”

In This Course, You’ll Learn How to:

  • Build Unshakable Confidence and Competence

Discover how to increase trust, elevate case acceptance, and drive sustainable growth by mastering internal communication and presence.

  • Create a Culture of Ownership and Shared Success

Learn how to align your team around shared goals, ignite motivation, and build a winning environment rooted in purpose and positivity.

  • Design a Vision-Driven Practice Model

Clarify your long-term goals and reverse-engineer a practical roadmap that integrates your personal fulfillment and business success.

  • Motivate Without Burnout

Get proven strategies to inspire your team to deliver a five-star patient experience while increasing productivity and profitability, without sacrificing morale.

Why This Course Matters:

Too many practices plateau, not from lack of skill, but from lack of clarity, alignment, and belief.

Dr. King will show you how to transform the internal dialogue that drives external results, and how the question “Can I?” becomes the catalyst for elite-level leadership, culture, and performance.

Who Should Attend:

  • Dentists looking to elevate case acceptance and patient loyalty
  • Practice owners seeking stronger team alignment and culture
  • Clinicians ready to lead with confidence and vision
  • Growth-minded professionals who want more fulfillment, not just more production

Join Dr. King at the Foundation Dental Retreat and gain powerful, real-world strategies from one of the most respected leaders in cosmetic dentistry, while connecting with top-tier doctors in a world-class, luxury setting.