Read TranscriptI started out in dental hygiene and I really loved it, but I wanted to be able to do more so I decided to go into dentistry. I'm glad I did. I love it because I love taking care of patients, but more importantly, just knowing that I'm doing something to help them. The most rewarding part of being a dentist is people—it’s working with patients. I love my patients and the staff. The staff is awesome and teaching them and just taking care of people. Dr. Jelinek, working with him, he’s just an outstanding dentist so it's just everything and of course, being able to work with my hands. That's secondary to the pleasure of being a dentist. I wouldn't do any other occupation. I don't even consider it an occupation because it's so much fun to come to work. I don't even consider it work.
Dr. Susan Yung has been involved in dentistry for nearly half a century. She graduated from The Ohio State University in 1972 with a Bachelor of Science degree in education and an RDH degree for dental hygiene. She then spent seven years working as a dental hygienist in Ohio, Colorado, New York, and Connecticut before deciding to become a dentist. She received her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from The Ohio State University’s College of Dentistry in 1983.
Dr. Yung has been part of the Drs. Yung & Jelinek dental practice since 1988. She regularly participates in continuing education to better serve her patients and is certified in Straight Wire Orthodontic Studies and obstructive sleep apnea treatment. Her professional memberships include:
Her hobbies include tennis and windsurfing. She also enjoys Bible study and spending time with her friends and family.