Dr. Jeffrey A. Nelson

Dr. Nelson graduated from Jasper High School in Jasper, Texas in 1976. He was president of his senior class and president of the National Honor Society. 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 implant and oral surgery 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 numerous 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. In 2004, he received the Greenville Chamber of Commerce small businessman of the year award. Dr. Nelson is committed to continuing dental education. He has completed well 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 and his wife, Beth have four children. He enjoys flying, hunting, fishing, and other outdoor activities.

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Hygiene Department

Our hygienists are licensed by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners. They participate in continuing education every year and have received advanced training in preventative periodontal treatment. Our hygienists are dedicated to increasing their knowledge and professional skills which results in a high level of professional diagnostic skills not routinely delivered by dental hygienists. Our hygiene department maintains a master appointment 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 or e-mail to remind you of these important appointments.

Vickie Kimball, Registered Dental Hygienist, Certified Dental Technologist
Vickie is licensed in dental hygiene by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners and by the National Board of Dental Examiners. Vickie is also certified in ceramics from the National Board for Certification of Dental Laboratory Technology. She holds certifications in CPR, radiology, pit and fissure sealants, and nitrous oxide sedation. She has been in dentistry for 25 years. She has extensive experience in all facets of dentistry, having worked as a dental assistant, financial secretary, and office manager before becoming a hygienist. She has practiced with Dr. Nelson since her graduation. Vickie and her husband owned and operated a dental laboratory, for the fabrication of gold and porcelain crowns and bridges, for 8 years. She graduated from Tyler Junior College in 1999, where she received her Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene. Vickie graduated top of her class with a 4.0 GPA. She received the highest clinical honors and was awarded the Hu-Friedy Golden Scaler award for top clinical grades. She received the Certificate of Merit and was named to the President’s List. She also received the Certificate of Excellence and was a dental hygiene Honor student. Vickie was inducted into the Dental Hygiene National Honor Society, Sigma Phi Alpha, for her outstanding academic achievements. She was a member of Phi Theta Kappa, as well as Freshman President of the Student American Dental Hygiene Association, where she also served as a student delegate. Vickie acts as the Emergency Coordinator for our practice. She maintains her licensure through yearly continuing education where she has attended courses on numerous topics including; periodontics, implant placement and maintenance, sleep disorders, nutrition, risk management, orthodontics, pharmacology, emergency medicine, oral cancer and pathology, tissue grafting and forensic odontology. Vickie is a native Texan, born in Leonard and raised in Sunnyvale. She has lived in the Greenville area since 1984. She is married to the love of her life, Joe, and they have three beautiful daughters and three wonderful granddaughters. Vickie’s hobbies include reading, gardening, and home improvement projects, but genealogy and time with her husband is what she enjoys most.

Patti Williamson, Registered Dental Hygienist
Employed since 2007
Patti is licensed by the National Board of Dental Examiners and the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners. She has been in dentistry for 41 years, with 3 years as a dental assistant and 38 years as a dental hygienist. She graduated from Garland High School with honors and received an A.A.S. in the Applied Science of Dental Hygiene from Tyler Junior College, Magna Cum Laude. Patti was the top graduate in her dental hygiene class. She also holds a B.A. degree from the University of Texas at Dallas. She attended the L D Pankey Institute for advanced scaling and root planning. She is pit and fissure sealant, radiology, CPR, and nitrous oxide sedation certified. Patti has extensive experience in soft tissue management with scaling and root planning procedures, intra-oral camera, digital x-rays, and the care and maintenance of cosmetic restorations. She has an extensive background in office management, records administration, client relations, recall management and oral health instructions. She is active in her community of Farmersville where she has served on the Board of Directors of the Chamber of Commerce. She is currently Vice President of the Farmersville Garden Club and on the Chautauqua Art Festival committee. She enjoys working in her flower garden and is a professional artist.

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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. Certified in CPR and First Aid, Certified in Nitrous Oxide, Certified in Radiology, infection control and jurisprudence. Receiving an average of 12 hours of continuing education yearly, with recent emphasis on implant placement, restoration, and cerec crown preparation. Married with a son and daughter, and one grandson. Hobbies: family sports and activities, gardening, and motorcycle riding.

Amy Tumlinson, Registered chair-side assistant
Employed since June 2002. Certified in Radiology, CPR and First Aid, Nitrous Oxide, infection control and jurisprudence. 15 years experience in chair-side assisting, receiving an average of 12 continuing education classes yearly with recent emphasis on implant placement, restoration and cerec crown preparation. Amy is the mother of 2 and attends Crosspoint Fellowship Church in Greenville. Hobbies: Camping, hiking, fishing, reading and hanging out with family.

Our Administrative Staff

In our office, the administrative staff help 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. They are knowledgeable about all areas of the practice, and able to answer your questions regarding treatment, procedures, or anything pertaining to finances and insurance.


Martha Reynolds, Business Administrator
Martha joined Dr. Nelson’s practice in July of 1984. A Greenville native for life, she had a certification in Medical Assisting with 10 years of medical experience. She has a certification in Dental Practice Management with 25 years dental experience. She is CPR and First Aid certified. Martha attends over 12 continuing credit hours yearly in clinical and administration studies. She attended The Pankey Institute in Key Biscayne, Florida for dental assisting, and management courses at The Center for Professional Development in Scottsdale, Arizona. She is a member of the American Academy of Dental Assistants and the American Academy of Dental Office Managers. Happily married over 30 years, she and her husband Mike have a daughter, a son and daughter in law and 2 terrific grandchildren. Martha is very actively involved with church activities at New Life Church in Caddo Mills, Texas where she has served with her husband as associate pastors/praise ministers for over 20 years. She enjoys fishing and camping with her family, scrapbooking, and singing.

Melissa Dooley, Business Administrative Assistant
Melissa joined the practice in August 2008. She has a certification in Radiology, CPR, First Aid, Infection Control, and Jurisprudence. She graduated from the Careers in Dental Assisting program at Paris Junior College in Greenville, TX and has 4 years experience in dental assisting. She attends at least 12 continuing credit hours yearly in clinical and administrative studies. Melissa has 1 daughter and attends Grace Community Church. Her hobbies include: family activities, gardening, reading and fishing.