Michelle Valpiani, DMD

“My love of dentistry has manifested into service for my community both locally and abroad…”

What is your role in the office?

Dentist / Singer-songwriter

Educational background?

University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. Graduated with highest honors. Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. Graduated Magna Cum Laude.

How long have you worked at Sautter Family Dentistry?

7 years

What do you enjoy most about your job?

I enjoy meeting and helping others achieve optimal oral health. I love seeing the newfound confidence and radiant smiles that come along with them.

What makes our practice different than others?

The camaraderie. Everyone works together and does what is needed to provide the utmost care for each patient.

What do you like to do outside of work?

I love the outdoors! Hiking, going to sporting events, playing pickleball and kickball.

Fun facts about me:

• Although many would say I don’t have the best voice in the office, I do the most singing.
• I won 1st place in the NC State Science and Engineering Fair in 7th grade.
• I’ve been in an F-15E fighter jet… that wasn’t moving.
• I’m Haitian.
• I once sank a kayak in the Atlantic Ocean.
• I like big boots and I cannot lie.
• I won most athletic in high school, but since I’m too short for the Olympic high jump, I became a dentist instead.
• I’ve been studying 3 times a week.

Do you have any pets or favorite activities with friends and family?

• A vizsla named Watson.
• I like visiting national parks and aquariums.
• I enjoy pickleball, walks, and coffee chats with friends.
• I get pulled into a good action movie or romcom.
• I’m in my sourdough era.

Education/Professional Affiliations

Pack leader promoting off leash hiking for high energy dogs

Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society

American Academy of General Dentistry