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Herber-Yager Family Dentistry - Staff Members

Dr. Jake Yager
Dentist

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 believes in educating his patients on available treatment options and working alongside them to make the treatment decision that will be best for their specific needs. 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.

Family is very important to Dr. Yager. He and his wife Rebecca have two sons, James and Miles. When he isn't spending time with his family, Dr. Yager enjoys bicycling, playing basketball and tennis, and hiking.

Education
Doctor of Dental Surgery, Indiana University School of Dentistry
Bachelor of Science in Biology, Indiana University, Minor in Chemistry & Psychology

Certificates
Cosmetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry, Endodontics, Occlusion, TMD Management, BLS

Professional Affiliations/Accomplishments
Advisory Board Member - Matthew 25 Health & Dental Clinic
Volunteer Provider - Matthew 25 Health & Dental Clinic
Trained at the Kois Center in Seattle, WA
Christian Medical and Dental Association
American Dental Association Member
Indiana Dental Association Member
Isaac Knapp District Dental Society Member

Dr. John Herber
Dentist

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. 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 has practiced in Fort Wayne since 1996.

Dr. Herber and his wife Elizabeth have been blessed with two children, Lauren and Zach. Dr. Herber has attended Wallen Baptist Church for many years, where he has been a Senior High Leader in Lights Out Youth Group specializing in Apologetics and church history. 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, ACLS

Professional Affiliations/Accomplishments:
Board Member, Isaac Knapp District Dental Society (IKDDS)
Program Chairman, Continuing Education Committee, IKDDS
Chairman of the Public Relations Committee, IKDDS
Board Member, Fort Wayne Rescue Mission
Volunteer, Matthew 25 Dental Clinic
Bi-annual Volunteer, Give Kids a Smile
Participant in 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