As a dentist, I find the greatest reward in knowing that my patients feel comfortable and trust coming to me for their oral health needs. Many patients are fearful of dental treatment, and it is satisfying to know that I can alleviate those fears and provide exceptional care. My patients and I have wonderful relationships, and we are often joking around and sharing our favorite moments in life. I make every effort to understand each of my patients needs and desires so that I can treat them with the most rewarding dental care.
I attended Auburn University for my undergraduate education and obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Science. From there, I went to the University of Alabama-Birmingham to complete my Doctorate of Dental Medicine.
I understand how important it is for my patients that I stay on the cutting-edge of the dental field so that I am able to provide them with the most efficient, effective, and beneficial treatments available. In order to do this, I am diligent in pursing continuing education through seminars, courses, and other opportunities. I also glean much of the latest treatment and technological advancements through several local study clubs.
My membership in professional affiliations is another equally important outlet for me to stay at the forefront of the best dental treatments, as I can actively engage in conversation with my fellow colleagues about the best way to care and treat our patients. My professional affiliations include:
I was born and raised in Pensacola and have called it my home for my entire life. I love having the opportunity to help the people of my lifelong community improve their health and quality of life, and I find it an honor that our community entrusts their dental health to me. Additionally, I stay active in the community through my church, Trinity Presbyterian, and volunteering my time with the Give Kids a Smile program, which allows underserved children to receive much needed dental care.
At home, my wife, Leah, and I havethreechildren - Alexandra,Andrew, and Nora. I enjoy hunting, fishing, and supporting Auburn football. While at Auburn, I was a member of the swim team where I won All-American honors and helped Auburn win its first NCAA Championship in 1997.
I joined the dental field in 1993and began working part-time for Dr. McCreary in 2016. As a registered dental hygienist, I take care of patients' comprehensive hygiene needs. My favorite partof my job ismeeting new people and educating them about their oral health and needs. I feel blessed to be surrounded by such a caring, supportive, professional, and highly competent group of amazing people who are all dedicated to giving our patients the very best in comprehensive dental care.
I began working inthe dental field in 2015and joined McCreary Dentistry in2019. As a registered dental hygienist, I help patients feel at ease when coming into the dental office, prevent or arrest gum disease with regular dental cleanings, and educate them on keeping their teeth for life. My favorite partof my job isseeing the results -- a healthy smile!Dr. McCreary is pretty easy to get along with and likes to joke around. The rest of the team can be described in the same way.
I have one daughter (she's my mini me) who brings so much joy to my life. When I'm not working or spending time with family, you can find me baking cookies or on a spin bike (to work off all those cookies, of course).
I joined the dental field in 1974 and began with this practice in 1991. I retiredin 2018 but enjoy filling in and seeing long-time patients as well as meeting new ones.As a registered dental hygienist, I provide our patients cleanings and examine their gums for any abnormalities. I also perform some periodontal treatments, such as root planing and scaling, take X-rays, and perform fluoride treatments. My favorite parts of my job are getting to know our patients, making their treatments as smooth as possible, and offering excellent instruction for our patients to maintain the amazing smiles they receive from Dr. McCreary.
My wonderful husband, Byron, and I have been married for 35 years, and we have a son and a daughter. For my relaxation, I enjoy a paper crafting hobby as a demonstrator with Stampin' UP!, and I also enjoy cooking and reading.
I love working at McCreary Dentistry because Dr. McCreary really cares about each patient and our team is like a big family. We have such a welcoming atmosphere for our patientsmany of them say they feel at home in our office. We even have a variety of amenities in the office that really help our patients relax in our care.
What I enjoy the most about dentistry is helping people to achieve great smiles and feel wonderful about themselves. I get to work alongside Dr. McCreary as he transforms the patients smileand many times the person leaves feeling more self-confident! When Im not assisting Dr. McCreary, I am spending time with my family.
You will see me a little bit of everywhere around the office. I love helping patients understand their dental needs and financial options and then seeing how satisfied they are once their treatment is completed. I began working in the dental field in 2004as a dental hygienist but found my passion in the front office helping patients feel comfortable and achieve ideal oral health. Ijoined McCreary Dentistry in 2016.
I have lived in Milton my whole life. I grew up on a ranch and my grandparents and parents still run the ranch to this day. My husband, Ben,and I have two boys, Hayes and Cade. We also have a 700 pound pig and 3 dogs! I love spending time with my family amd traveling tosee new things.
I joined McCreary Dentistry in 2016 andassist the practice with insurance payments and verification as well as patient accounts and billing. I act as a liaison between our patients and their insurance companies in an effort to make the insurance filing and payment processing as simple as possible. I am fortunate to work remotely from my home in Nebraska, but I also get to spend time in the office 2 - 3 times per year. Who doesn't love a trip to Florida?!
I was born and raised in Nebraska and played volleyball at Kansas State University. My husband, Tyson, and I have four children - Jaden, Payton, Tanner, and Brynn. We live in a small town, so I stay very involved with our school and community. I like to golf and bowl, but my favorite activities are watching my kids in their MANY activities.
I received my MBA from the University of West Florida, where I also worked for eight years in the President's Office and Division of University Advancement before joining the team here in 2012. I stay busy at the office by handling the operations of the practice so that everything runs smoothly for our patients and the staff. We all do our best to ensure that our patients enjoy their time with us while also receiving exceptional care and treatment.
My husband, James, and I have a threechildren -Alexandra,Andrew, and Nora. In my free time, I enjoy running, volunteering, and spending time with friends and family. I am also a member of the Junior League of Pensacola and Trinity Presbyterian Church.
At McCreary Dentistry, our care and concern for our patients go far beyond just their teeth and oral health; at all times, we see our patients as valued members of our dental family. Our patients are greeted by name at our practice, and we strive to build trusting and lasting relationships so that we can treat each patient individually at a pace that he or she is comfortable with. We make it our goal to understand our patients concerns, experiences, health, and appearance so that we are able to meet and exceed their expectations.
Further, Dr. McCreary is a highly-skilled and clinically proficient dentist who always uses the latest technologies and materials to ensure the quickest, gentlest, and most effective dental treatments for each person who comes to him for care. Dr. McCreary stays innovative and ahead of the curve when it comes to dental care, as he was the first dentist in the area to offer the advanced Six Month Smiles cosmetic braces to adult patients. Our whole team always treats patients gently and compassionately while also delivering exceptional dental care in our state-of-the-art facility.