Big smiles begin at Kids Dentistry of North Georgia. We know children can feel anxious about going to the dentist, but we believe going to the dentist can be fun and worry-free! Thats why everything we do from our positive and fun-filled atmosphere to our specially trained pediatric dental team is structured to help you and your children enjoy a stress-free experience. Our goal is that your childs positive dental experiences now leads to a lifetime of great oral health.
With two convenient locations in Gainesville and Flowery Branch, our compassionate staff is specially trained in providing a wide range of dental services to infants, children, and teens, and children with special behavioral and healthcare needs.
Dr. Vaughn welcomes you to Kids Dentistry of North Georgia! For Dr. Ryan M. Vaughn, opening a pediatric dental practice is the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. He believes in focusing on the whole health of a child and puts that belief into practice in his offices by taking a reasoned and holistic approach with his patients, focusing as much on prevention as treatment.
With an Applied Mathematics degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology, Dr. Vaughn went on to pursue his dental education at the Medical College of Georgia (MCG) and performed his dental residency at MGC and Childrens Healthcare of Atlanta. Dr. Vaughn is a board- certified pediatric dentist and is a member of many professional organizations including the Georgia Dental Association, where he serves as district president, the Hinman Dental Society, Pierre Fauchard, the Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
He and his wife, Julie, live in Flowery Branch with their four children, Madeleine, Eli, Scarlett and Piper, and their two dogs Lily and Lola. Dr. Vaughn is an avid Georgia Tech fan attending football games whenever possible, an active member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church, and a collector of transformers.
Dr. Simon loves giving children a reason to smile by striving to provide a fun, safe, and relaxed experience at the dental office! Her goal is to be a positive influence in childrens lives by forming lifelong relationships with her patients and their families built on trust, kindness, and compassion.
Born in Winder, Ga., and raised in Buford, Dr. Simon attended the University of Georgia, graduating Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Biological Science. She went on to graduate from the Medical College of Georgias College of Dental Medicine in 2012, where her scholastic excellence and ethical character earned her induction into the dental honor society of Omicron Kappa Upsilon. After practicing general dentistry in Macon for two years, she quickly discovered her true passion for treating children of all ages and completed her specialty training in pediatric dentistry at Bon Secours St. Marys Hospital of Richmond, Virginia, where she served as Chief Resident. Dr. Simons professional memberships include the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the Georgia Dental Association, and the American Dental Association.
She and her husband Ben are thrilled to have settled their family back in Georgia. Dr. Simon enjoys playing with her dog Beauregard, traveling, hiking, camping, cooking, and of course, UGA football (Go Dawgs!). She is looking forward to welcoming you to our office family.
