We at Herber-Yager Family Dentistry realize that trust is an essential element in the relationship with your dentist. We strongly believe each person has been uniquely created and the care we offer should honor that. It is our goal to treat others the way we desire to be treated.
Our Mission
We exist to honor God and fulfill our patients’ needs by providing excellent quality care in a gentle, compassionate environment.
Our Core Values
Faith, Dedication, Fairness, Quality, Integrity, Communication, Trust
Our Motto
Quality Care Gently Performed
We exist to honor God and fulfill our patients’ needs by providing excellent quality care in a gentle, compassionate environment.
Our Core Values
Faith, Dedication, Fairness, Quality, Integrity, Communication, Trust
Our Motto
Quality Care Gently Performed
Our Patient's Experiences and Results
Dr. Jake Yager
Dr. Jake Yager is a Fort Wayne native and graduate of Carroll High School. He attended Indiana University – Bloomington for his undergraduate degree and received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Indiana University School of Dentistry in Indianapolis.
Dr. Yager prides himself on taking a patient-first and detail-oriented approach when caring for patients. He has a special interest in staying current with new dental techniques and technologies, allowing him to provide effective care to patients on a daily basis.
In his free time, Dr. Yager enjoys road bicycling, playing basketball and tennis, and hiking. He also values spending time with his wife Rebecca, his mini goldendoodle, Zoe, and his family and friends.
Education:
Doctor of Dental Surgery, Indiana University School of Dentistry
Bachelor of Science in Biology, Indiana University, Minor in Chemistry & Psychology
Professional Service:
Techniques Lab Assistant & Bench Lab Assistant, IU School of Dentistry
Oral Healthcare Provider, SEAL Mobile Experience
Volunteer Oral Healthcare Provider, Student Outreach Clinic & Matthew 25 Trinity Clinic
Associations:
American Student Dental Association
American Dental Association
Operation Smile – Manager
Christian Medical & Dental Association
Dr. Yager prides himself on taking a patient-first and detail-oriented approach when caring for patients. He has a special interest in staying current with new dental techniques and technologies, allowing him to provide effective care to patients on a daily basis.
In his free time, Dr. Yager enjoys road bicycling, playing basketball and tennis, and hiking. He also values spending time with his wife Rebecca, his mini goldendoodle, Zoe, and his family and friends.
Education:
Doctor of Dental Surgery, Indiana University School of Dentistry
Bachelor of Science in Biology, Indiana University, Minor in Chemistry & Psychology
Professional Service:
Techniques Lab Assistant & Bench Lab Assistant, IU School of Dentistry
Oral Healthcare Provider, SEAL Mobile Experience
Volunteer Oral Healthcare Provider, Student Outreach Clinic & Matthew 25 Trinity Clinic
Associations:
American Student Dental Association
American Dental Association
Operation Smile – Manager
Christian Medical & Dental Association
Dr. John Herber
Dr. John Herber attended Indiana University (Bloomington Campus) for his undergraduate coursework where he majored in biochemistry. After his undergraduate study, he attended Indiana University School of Dentistry (Indianapolis) where he graduated with his Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 1992. During his undergraduate and graduate coursework Dr. Herber made the Dean’s List and he graduated with honors/awards from Dental School. After Dental School, Dr. Herber enhanced his education in dentistry by completing a one year graduate practice residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry. After his residency education, Dr. Herber served for four years in the U.S. Air Force where he received the prestigious commendation medal for Meritorious Service. Dr. Herber was then invited to be an associate dentist in two separate practices in the Fort Wayne area after his honorable discharge from the Air Force. In August of 1996, eighteen years ago, Dr. Herber opened his own practice, “Herber Family Dentistry, P.C.” with just an assistant, hygienist & Elizabeth, his wife of nearly 25 years. The practice has since been blessed to its current team of 12 highly educated and well-trained staff members with Dr. Jacob Yager being the latest addition in 2018.
Dr. Herber and his wife Elizabeth have been blessed with two children, Lauren (21) and Zach (19). Dr. Herber has attended Wallen Baptist Church the last 17 years, where he has been a Senior High Leader in Lights Out Youth Group specializing in Apologetics and church history. Dr. Herber currently serves on the Fort Wayne Rescue Mission Board and is a volunteer at Matthew 25 Health and Dental Clinic. Dr. Herber is passionate about Apologetics (if you don’t know what this is, please ask him!) and reading. He also enjoys playing golf, traveling, music, and the comedy of Jim Gaffigan.
Certificates:
Cosmetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry, Endodontics, Occlusion, Complex Restorative Dentistry, TMD Management, Oral Pathology, Dental Radiology, Dental Materials, BLS and ACLS
Professional Affiliations/Accomplishments:
Board Member, Isaac Knapp District Dental Society (IKDDS), 2003, 2004, 2005
Program Chairman, Continuing Education Committee, IKDDS, 2009, 2010
Chairman of the Public Relations Committee, IKDDS 2001 – Present
Board Member, Fort Wayne Rescue Mission, 2011 – Present
Volunteer, Matthew 25 Dental Clinic, 1996 – Present
Bi-annual Volunteer, Give Kids a Smile, 1998 – Present
Participant in 6 Mission Trips (Haiti, Ecuador & Dominican Republic)
American Dental Association Member
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Member
Indiana Dental Association Member
Isaac Knapp District Dental Society Member
Dr. Herber and his wife Elizabeth have been blessed with two children, Lauren (21) and Zach (19). Dr. Herber has attended Wallen Baptist Church the last 17 years, where he has been a Senior High Leader in Lights Out Youth Group specializing in Apologetics and church history. Dr. Herber currently serves on the Fort Wayne Rescue Mission Board and is a volunteer at Matthew 25 Health and Dental Clinic. Dr. Herber is passionate about Apologetics (if you don’t know what this is, please ask him!) and reading. He also enjoys playing golf, traveling, music, and the comedy of Jim Gaffigan.
Certificates:
Cosmetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry, Endodontics, Occlusion, Complex Restorative Dentistry, TMD Management, Oral Pathology, Dental Radiology, Dental Materials, BLS and ACLS
Professional Affiliations/Accomplishments:
Board Member, Isaac Knapp District Dental Society (IKDDS), 2003, 2004, 2005
Program Chairman, Continuing Education Committee, IKDDS, 2009, 2010
Chairman of the Public Relations Committee, IKDDS 2001 – Present
Board Member, Fort Wayne Rescue Mission, 2011 – Present
Volunteer, Matthew 25 Dental Clinic, 1996 – Present
Bi-annual Volunteer, Give Kids a Smile, 1998 – Present
Participant in 6 Mission Trips (Haiti, Ecuador & Dominican Republic)
American Dental Association Member
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Member
Indiana Dental Association Member
Isaac Knapp District Dental Society Member
“Team Dentist of the Fort Wayne Komets”
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