Dentist in Columbus, GA
Edward C. Smith, DMD, MPH, LLC was founded in 2003 by Dr. Ed Smith with the vision of creating a dental practice that treats every patient with dignity and first-rate care in a home-like setting. The hygienists and certified dental assistants and office staff at our office are highly-trained and exceptionally friendly. We understand that for many, visiting a dentist can be a stressful experience. Our comfortable surroundings and compassionate dental professionals will ease your fears.
Edward C. Smith, DMD
Dentist Columbus, GA
Edward C. Smith, DMD, MPH, LLC
Professionally Speaking....
Dr. Smith received his B.A. in History in 1994 from
Auburn University
. Prior to attending dental school, Dr. Smith studied at the
University of Alabama at Birmingham, receiving a Master of Public Health,
where his studies focused on Epidemiology. In May of 2001, Dr. Smith
received his Doctorate of Dental Medicine from
Nova Southeastern University’s College of Dental
Medicine, where he was inducted into Alpha Omega dental fraternity.
Dr. Smith has equipped his office to provide some of the best “high tech”
tools available today. One of his favorite tools is his CEREC crown
milling machine. The CEREC makes same-day permanent crown prep and
delivery possible. If you've ever had a temporary, you know what a
treat this technology is! Dr. Smith believes a combination of
continuing education and personal development coupled with the latest
technology available is the best way to make his patients’ experience and
results the most optimal.
Dr. Smith was an Associate Clinical Instructor at
Columbus Technical College’s Dental Hygiene school
. He enjoyed teaching students within the hygiene school and also
works with the Dental Assisting program as a host for interns each
year. Dr. Smith is also a participating member of the American Dental
Association and a former Board Member and Chair of Columbus Technical
College’s Dental Hygiene program. He is also a member of the Georgia
Dental Association, the Western District Dental Society, and the Academy of
General Dentistry. He is a past President of the Western District
Dental Society.
On a more personal note....
"Ed" Smith was raised as an army brat, living in various countries as well
as regions of the United States. His first experiences with medicine
came at a young age, with his father, who is a retired
veterinarian. Dr. Smith tells stories of assisting his father
with the anesthesia machine while his father performed surgery on household
pets.
Although Ed grew up “all over the world,” he is a southerner at heart, which
made him decide to make a home for himself in Columbus where his parents
grew up and his extended family still resides. Ed married his
wife, Melanie in 2008. He enjoys spending time with their daughter,
Benson. His favorite pursuits outside of dentistry are “outdoorsy” in
nature. Hunting, fishing, kayaking, SCUBA and other various water
sports are what he enjoys. He jokes that his career goal is to retire
and become a full-time outdoorsman and traveler.
Veronica " Sissy" Burks (RDH)
Sissy is an original Georgia Peach, born & raised in Columbus, Ga. She graduated from Hardaway High School & first started in the dental field as a Dental Assistant. Sissy began working for Dr. Smith in 2004 until 2006 when she was accepted into the Dental Hygiene program at Columbus Technical College. We were fortunate that Sissy rejoined our team in October 2013!
