Our Team

• Why did you become a dentist?  Occupationally, it is all I ever really wanted to do. It seemed a nice blend of art, science, independence, and public service. Also, I thought that I could do it well, while providing for my family.

• What is the favorite part of your job?  Making a difference in the lives of others, and finding that our employees and patients are a source of many wonderful friendships.

• What have you learned from your patients?  The value of listening.

• What are your hobbies?  Fishing, photography, reading, travel.

• Where did you go to dental school?  The University of Michigan School of Dentistry.

• Where have you earned advanced dental education?  Besides local and State continuing education courses, I have been fortunate to study for many years at The Pankey Institute for Advanced Dental Education.

• Where have you taught?  The University of Michigan School of Dentistry, Grand Rapids Community College, and The Pankey Institute for Advanced Dental Education.

Although Dr. Gray has retired from clinical practice, she still enjoys administrative responsibilities in the office, and interacting with patients.​

Nancy has been with our practice since 1989. Nancy brings empathy and humor to our practice, qualities that create a sense of calm to our patients. Nancy’s interests include her family, especially her two daughters and many grandchildren. Also, Nancy is a skilled seamstress.

Anna has been with our practice since 1999. Anna earned both a Registered Dental Hygienist degree and a Registered Dental Assistant degree from Grand Rapids Community College. Anna’s dual degrees allow her to help our patients in many ways. Anna brings enthusiasm and a broad skill set to our office. Her interests include fitness and her family, including her two children, and she is quite a cook, bringing us delicious Polish food.

Alexandria joined our practice in 2016.  Alexandria earned her Registered Dental Hygienist degree at Grand Rapids Community College. Alexandria brings care, compassion, thoroughness, and TLC to our office. Alexandria's interests include her family, including her two children, her dogs, Northern Michigan, and refinishing furniture.

Carley joined our practice in 2019. Carley earned both a Registered Dental Hygienist degree and a Registered Dental Assistant degree from Grand Rapids Community College. Carley's dual degrees allow her to help our patients in many ways. Her interests include being a dance instructor, Northern Michigan, spending time with her friends and family, and her two cats.

Dawn joined our practice in 2019.  Dawn brings 30 years of experience as a dental hygienist, having worked with the periodontist, Dr. David Lamberts, until his retirement. She cares about her patients while being enthusiastic, positive, gentle, and thorough. Outside the office Dawn enjoys running, and gardening, and her family, including her two children. Dawn has also been involved with our local dental hygiene association for many years.