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Doctor Emilee Pilkington Talks about Continuing Education

I just recently completed the Dawson Academy Continuum, which is a continuing education series that is, you know, hundreds of hours of continuing education that's really focused on the entire masticatory system, the entire oral system. So really looking at the patient as, you know, at not just one tooth and just treating that one tooth, but really understanding how that one tooth is a part of an entire system. It helps me better diagnose TMJ dysfunction.

It helps me with my aesthetic cases, making sure that we're not only restoring someone's smile to the best, you know, appearance, but also making sure that it's the most functional and comfortable for the patient and for their entire system. I think it's just really important for all of us, and I think we all in our practice do a really good job of staying up to date on the latest technologies, latest systems. Dentistry changes all the time, and so it is, you have to continually be staying up to date on the latest materials, the latest technologies to make sure that you're really providing the best care for your patients.

Meet Dr. Emilee Q. Pilkington

Dr. Emilee Q. Pilkington pursued dentistry through her family's encouragement to use her God-given talents and abilities to help others. Dentistry allowed her to combine science, health, artistry, and relationships to make smiles brighter and more comfortable and to improve a person's quality of life. Whether that involves relieving a patient's pain, preventing the progression of cavities or periodontal disease, or completely restoring someone's smile, she loves caring for smiles in her hometown and serving the community where she grew up.

Dr. Pilkington has a B.S. in biology and a B.A. in chemistry from East Carolina University. She then graduated from the University of North Carolina Adams School of Dentistry. She has achieved numerous awards and accomplishments:

  • Completed the Dawson Academy Curriculum and was recognized as a Dawson Academy Scholar (2025)
  • Member of all-female Articuladies Study Club
  • Graduate of Dental Sleep Medicine Mini Residency at UNC (2017)
  • Graduated in top 5 percent of dental school class and was inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honors Society
  • Southeastern Academy of Prosthodontics Award for Excellence in Prosthodontics at UNC
  • American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry Award for outstanding achievement in the study of Esthetic Dentistry at UNC
  • EC Scholar (now Brinkley Lane Scholar) at ECU

Dr. Pilkington lives in Goldsboro with her husband, Thomas, their daughter, Eleanor, and their puppy, Kate. She attends Stoney Creek Church, where they serve together in the children's ministry and Thomas serves as a deacon. She enjoys spending time with family, walking, playing tennis, riding bikes, and taking trips to the beach and NC mountains.

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I appreciate the heart with which this practice serves it's patients. Their quality, personalized care is a blessing. I've always been especially grateful for their willingness to go the extra mile to accommodate individual needs--and always with a smile and positive mental attitude. The new... I appreciate the heart with which this practice serves it's patients. Their quality, personalized care is a blessing. I've always been especially grateful for their willingness to go the extra mile to accommodate individual needs--and always with a smile and positive mental attitude. The new office is great!

R. H. (Verified Patient)

Everyone is friendly there and make you feel welcomed.

A. H. (Verified Patient)

My visit was great.Great staff.I have been going to Smith & Adams for over 20 years and i have always been pleased.Zoe was the best

F. M. (Verified Patient)

Great dentist office.

D. F. (Verified Patient)

Staff are always friendly and they do a great and thorough job cleaning my teeth. I love the new location. Very spacious.

T. B. (Verified Patient)

My experience is always great and the new facility is amazing!!

C. P. (Verified Patient)

Had my first visit and the staff was very polite and they provided exceptional service!! Highly recommend

J. J. (Verified Patient)

I was able to get in for a permanent filling after my root canal very quickly. Dr Pilkington and her assistant Renée Worley were friendly and gentle with my treatment. I am pleased with my results. And I will will be returning for my future dental needs.

L. C. (Verified Patient)

I had an appt with Debbie yesterday...she's the best hygienist. She is so attentive, and very caring. I've seem her several times, and it's always the same level of care. Dr Adams is great too. I love this place. You will not be disappointed.

M. W. (Verified Patient)

I have been going to this practice for 25 years from 40 miles away! Young dentists have assumed the practice (original couple’s daughter & her husband) along with 2 other young dentists. I now see Dr. Pilkington & she is wonderful, as are all the hygenists, assistants and office staff. They do... I have been going to this practice for 25 years from 40 miles away! Young dentists have assumed the practice (original couple’s daughter & her husband) along with 2 other young dentists. I now see Dr. Pilkington & she is wonderful, as are all the hygenists, assistants and office staff. They do a GREAT job on my teeth, including making crowns. They listen to what I have to say, are extremely professional, friendly & most importantly frank & honest. They lay out my options for proposed dental work & explain the pros & cons of each option so I can make informed decisions. I really appreciate that they are so ethical & honest & don’t try to get you to have work done just to raise billing for the practice. Along with all these attributes, they have a modern, state-of-the-art with all the newest equipment, software & techniques. My husband sees Dr. Adams & feels the same way about this practice. I cannot recommend Smith, Adams & Pilkington Family Dentistry enough! Thank you for the excellent care I have received for 25 years!

J. E. (Verified Patient)

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