He attended Texas A & M University in College Station from 1976-1979 and graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology. He participated in numerous postgraduate continuing education courses most notably at the Pankey Institute of Key Biscayne, Florida, The Center for Professional Development in Scottsdale, Arizona, and the MAXI-AAID mini implant residency in Atlanta and Augusta, Georgia. He is also a member of the Hunt County Study Club, the Texas Dental Association, The American Dental Association, and is a Master of the Academy of General Dentistry. He currently participates in over 100 hours of continuing education annually to aid in his commitment to excellence in treatment. He attended Baylor College of Dentistry from 1979 to 1983 and received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in June of 1983. That August, he established his practice on Terrell Road in Greenville. He moved his office to its present location in 1998.

Dr. Nelson is committed to continuing dental education. He has completed over 1500 hours of advanced dental education, earning his Fellowship (1993) and Mastership (2004) in the Academy of General Dentistry. Of the 37,000 members of the Academy of General Dentistry, only 2000 have earned master distinction since its founding in 1956. He is a member of numerous Dental Study Clubs, is past president of the Greenville Daybreak Rotary Club, and is actively involved at Ridgecrest Baptist Church and the Greenville Christian School.

Dr. Nelson is also married, has four children, and enjoys hunting, fishing, and other outdoor activities.

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Hygiene Department
Our hygienist is licensed by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners. She participates in continuing education every year and has received advanced training in preventative periodontal treatment. Our hygienist is dedicated to increasing her knowledge and professional skills which results in a high level of professional diagnostic skills not routinely delivered by dental hygienists.

One member of our preventative team coordinates the recare appointments for our hygienist. This involves maintaining a master schedule for the entire year. In order to maintain control, we attempt to appoint in advance through the use of reminder cards and letters. This service includes telephone contact to remind you of these important appointments.

Vickie Kimball, Registered Dental Hygienist
Education: Certified Dental Technologist/Ceramics, Tyler Jr. College -AAS, RDH, graduating in the top of her class, Hu-Friedy Golden Scaler Award for top clinical grades. Named to presidents list and Honor student. Inducted into Sigma Phi Alpha - Dental Hygiene National Honor Society, Member of Phi Theta Kappa. Certified to place sealants. Certified in Nitrous Oxide, Certified CPR and First Aid, Certified in Radiology. Employed since July 1999. Previous experience: 21 years of dental experience, including, chairside assisting, financial secretary, office manager, and owned and operated a dental laboratory for 8 years before becoming a hygienist. Previous medical experience as a surgical supply clerk and purchasing agent. Married with three daughters and 2 granddaughters. Loves to garden vegetables and flowers. Hobbies: Canning, gardening, reading, and home improvement projects. Member of First Methodist Church.

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Dental Assistants
The dental assistants are an integral part of our team. Each of them has come to us because they share our beliefs and values and are an integral part of the clinical team helping us to deliver the highest quality of technical care that is possible.

Michele Hyde, Registered chair-side assistant, clinical operations manager
Employed since January of 2001. Education: certified in CPR and First Aid, Certified in Nitrous Oxide, Certified in Radiology, infection control and jurisprudence. Married with a son and daughter. Hobbies: family sports and activities, gardening, golf. Attends Family Fellowship Church of Greenville.

Amy Tumlinson, Registered chair-side assistant
Employed since June 02. Certified in Radiology, CPR and First Aid, Nitrous Oxide, infection control and jurisprudence. 10 years experience in chair-side assisting. Amy is a single mother of 2 and attends Crosspoint Fellowship Church in Greenville. Hobbies: Camping, hiking, reading, and riding four wheelers.

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Appointment Coordinators
In our office, our Appointment Coordinators help us make your visits pleasant by informing you completely of what will be done at each appointment, by assuring that any pre-medications, audio-analgesia, or other discomfort reducing procedures are planned with our restorative procedures, and by ensuring that you are comfortable after the treatment is completed.

Martha Reynolds, Business Administrator
Employed since July of 1984. Certified in CPR and First Aid, Dental Practice Management Certification, previous certification in Medical Assisting with 12 years medical experience. Over 20 years dental experience. Attended dental assisting course at The Pankey Institute in Key Biscayne, FL and management courses at The Center for Professional Development in Scottsdale, AZ. Member of the American Academy of Dental Assistants. Married with 2 children, very actively involved with church activities, associate pastors of New Life Church in Caddo Mills, TX. Hobbies: fishing, camping, scrapbooking, singing.


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