Dr. Tara Woodroof Loves Seeing Confidence on Her Patients’ Faces

Growing up in Aiken, SC, Dr. Tara Woodroof enjoyed school and learning just about anything, especially in math and science. That’s why she pursued an undergraduate degree in chemical engineering at the University of South Carolina.  Although she contemplated going to medical school – and even shadowed several medical doctors – it was the pediatric dentist she shadowed that struck her interest. With her love of hands-on work and artistry, she decided upon dentistry over other medical professions.

After attending the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston for her DMD, Dr. Woodroof moved to Charlotte in 2010 and has worked at Charlotte Dentistry ever since. She loves working in a group practice where the dentists come together to share knowledge and support one another. Every day gives her the opportunity to learn more about her profession and her patients.

Dr. Woodroof puts herself into a patient’s shoes. She believes it helps her form a connection with them and decide how best to treat their individual needs. She provides painless dentistry while ensuring every patient leaves feeling like their needs were met and questions answered.

If you dislike visiting the dentist, Dr. Woodroof will discover the root cause. She believes it takes a very positive experience (or 10!) to counteract past bad experiences. She welcomes the challenge of getting a patient from “I hate the dentist” to “that wasn’t bad at all.”

Dr. Woodroof takes a particular interest in cosmetic dentistry and treating children. Seeing joy and confidence on patients’ faces when she improves their teeth is the best part of her day.

Her many professional affiliations include the North Carolina Dental Society, Charlotte Dental Society, Charlotte Implant Study Club, and American Dental Association.

Dr. Woodroof has been married to her husband, Will, since 2010. She spends most of her time outside of work with him and their sons: Charlie, who was born in 2016, and James, who was born in 2018. In her spare time, Dr. Woodroof likes to run, practice yoga, read, and cook healthy meals. She is an avid Gamecocks football fan.