Dr. Smith has been providing excellent dentistry to patients in the same local areas he grew up in since 1982 – in fact, some of his patients have been with him for more than three decades! He prides himself on providing good value in the form of reliable dental work that’s designed to last. To learn more about his background, continue reading below.
Dr. Smith first discovered that dentistry was good fit for his strengths when he was doing volunteer work for his college pre-med program. He quickly developed a genuine passion for the work that hasn’t waned throughout the multiple decades of his career. Currently, he is surrounded by a great staff and looks forward to caring for wonderful patients every day.
Dr. Smith attended the University of South Florida in Tampa for his undergraduate career, completing two degrees in chemistry and biology. He then pursued his doctorate at Emory University in Atlanta, graduating with Doctor of Dental Surgery. Over the past 35+ years, he has continued to indulge his love of learning by pursuing additional training in phases of dentistry, including advanced restorative care, occlusion work, implant dentistry, soft tissue and bone grafting, endodontics, periodontics, and even practice management. He has studied at countless prestigious institutions, including the L.D. Pankey Institute, the Dawson Academy, the Misch International Implant Institute, and more. He is currently a member of the following:
Dr. Smith and his wife Sylvia have been married for 30 years and counting. They have a grown son named Eric and a daughter-in-law named Saige. Some of his hobbies outside of the dental field include real estate, house renovations, and running/exercise. He’s always got some new project on the horizon – he likes to be kept busy!