Professional Education/Experience

Dr. Bozart was born and raised in North Carolina.  He received both his Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the UNC at Chapel Hill.  The education he recieved provided a solid background for his professional career.  After graduating from dental school, Dr Bozart participated and graduated from an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency.  This residency provided the opportunity to explore more complex and diverse patient cases.  Dr. Bozart learned numerous skills and treatments under the direct supervision of over 20 board certified specialist.  He states, "while UNC provided a solid academic foundation, the AEGD residency gave the clinical skill and confidence through treating difficult cases in all areas of dentistry".

 

After graduation, Dr. Bozart fulfilled a military obligation.  Dr. Bozart attended UNC Dental School on a full military scholarship.  He agreed to become a US Army dentist after graduation in return for the military paying for his education.  He states, "this turned out to be one of the best decisions of my life".  While on active duty, Captain Bozart treated numerous soldiers at Fort Gordon and Fort Benning, Ga.  Often, Dr. Bozart found himself being the first dentist for numerous basic trainee's.  He states, "I often look back at that time and feel proud.  These young kids needed a lot of dental work, were often scared, but I was able to help them regain confidence through rebuilding their smiles.  It was a great time."

 

After leaving active duty, Dr. Bozart entered private practice as an associate in Wilmington, NC.  Their family chose to move to Wilmington, NC because they have extensive family in the area and their children love the beach.  The private practice experience was very rewarding for Dr. Bozart.  He learned the complexities of dealing with the business side of dentistry.  He states. "this is the aspect of dentistry I dislike the most.  I wish the business side of dentistry did not exist, like in the Army, but it is a necessary evil and I did learn valuable information during this time." 

 

As you can see, Dr. Bozart has a very diverse and enriched professional and educational experiences. 

Personal/Family

Dr. Bozart is a dedicated family man.  He has been married to Chris for over ten years and has two beautiful daughters, Alison and Sydney.  His wife has provided great support for Dr. Bozart through dental school, residency, and the military.  During their marriage they have moved numerous times and lived on a students income.  He states, "while in school and in the military, our finances were tight, but we persevered.  In fact, the only way I could afford dental school was on a military scholarship".

 

Dr. Bozart has two girls, Alison and Sydney.  They both are fun loving, caring, and sweet girls. On weekends the girls can be found playing TopSoccer, Special Olympics bowling or just hanging at the beach.  They both have a rare condition called Mucolipidosis Type IV (ML4) and need constant help.  Dr. Bozart finds tremendous strength in Alison and Sydney.  He states. "all of the education in the world does not provide the gift that both girls have provided.  They have provided me with a purpose that no job title ever could",  Dr. Bozart feels spiritually blessed to have been given the two girls and advocates for them and others like them.  He serves on the Parents Advisory Council for Special Education in Wilmington, works as a partner in policymaking for individuals with special needs and has spoken to the General Assembly in Raleigh with regards to disability legislation.

 

Dr. Bozart states, "I could not have achieved all that I have without the support of family, especially my wife.  I could not have grown spiritually without being blessed with Alison and Sydney.  I am truly blessed".

 

Philosophy

At Bozart Family Dentistry our philosophy is to provide comprehensive dentistry to all patients.  This means explaining all available options to every individual and having the patient make an educated decision with regards to their treatment.  Dr. Bozart understands that what the textbook recommends is not appropriate for every patient.  He states, "the textbook does not take into account the patients situation.  The textbook fails to recognize financial or time constraints, personal desires, fear, etc."

Dr. Bozart tries to develop an understanding of the patients desires, situation, and personality to help establish an individually appropriate treatment plan.  He believes every patient should have a well established relationship with their healthcare provider.  This lends itself to better understanding, trust, and personalized treatment.