Meet Our Doctors
Drs. Barr, Marinak & Associates
DIPLOMATES OF THE AMERICAN BOARD OF PERIODONTOLOGY
1369 Laskin Road, Suite 2, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23451 (757)422-0005
350 Johnstown Road, Suite D, Chesapeake, Virginia 23322 (757)548-2553
Dr. Bruce Barr
Dr. Bruce Barr is a board-certified Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and former clinical instructor of periodontics at Columbia University and Virginia Commonwealth University and is presently a clinical instructor in the Department of Otolaryngology at Eastern Virginia Medical School. He received his BS in organismal and systems biology from the University of Tennessee and his DDS from the Medical College of Virginia. Dr. Barr completed his specialty training in periodontics at Columbia University in New York. He has been in private practice since 1981. Dr. Barr is a frequent lecturer, and his research has been published in dental literature.
He is currently an active member in several organizations, including
- American Dental Association
- American Academy of Periodontal Surgeons
- American Academy of Osseointegration
- Virginia Dental Association
- Tidewater Dental Association
- Fellow American College of Dentists
He is certified by the Academy of General Dentistry to provide continuing education credits for the practice study club. He presently is on staff with Sentara Hospital.
His former administrative duties include:
- Former President of the Tidewater Dental Foundation
- Former Executive Board Tidewater Dental Association
- Past Director of the Seattle Study Club
- Past Director of the Division of Dentistry, Sentara Hospitals
Dr. Barr is committed to delivering the highest level of care using advanced techniques and technology. Patients appreciate his compassionate and patient-centered approach. He takes the time to educate and empower his patients, ensuring they feel comfortable and confident in their treatment plans. Whether addressing periodontal concerns or providing advanced implant solutions, Dr. Barr is dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes.
Dr. Deborah Bodunde
Drs. Barr, Marinak, and staff are delighted to announce the association of Deborah Bodunde, BDS, MS to our practice and dental community. Dr. Bodunde earned her Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the College of Medicine, University of Lagos Nigeria, where she practiced for several years as a general restorative dentist in both public and private settings and pursued additional training in oral surgery at University of Glasgow Dental Hospital in Glasgow, Scotland before completing her residency in periodontics at The Ohio State University where she also earned a Master of Science degree. Dr. Bodunde is an active member of the American Academy of Periodontology, is board eligible, and had her research published.
As a clinician, Dr. Bodunde is passionate about patient centered care, comprehensive treatment planning, and interdisciplinary case management. She values patient education, disease prevention, and outreach within the local community. Outside of dentistry, Dr. Bodunde enjoys playing volleyball, creating digital illustrations, improving her Spanish, golfing, hiking, and spending time with her cavapoo, Ruby.
Book an appointment with our specialists. Call (757) 422-0005 or (757) 548-2553.