
Meet Dr. Sutton ___
Dr. Sutton grew up in Ocala and remains dedicated to the community he is now privileged to serve. He graduated from Ocala's Forest High School before attending Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida for his Bachelor of Arts degree. He then received his dental degree from Creighton University Dental School in Omaha, Nebraska in 1995. To gain more experience and expertise, Dr. Sutton completed a General Practice Residency at the University of Florida/VAMC in Gainesville, Florida before returning home and starting his practice in Ocala.
Although Dr. Sutton has been in private practice for many years now, he continues to seek advanced education to improve his expertise and learn the latest techniques and materials available to dentistry which enables him to provide the best possible care and choices for his patients. He is a graduate of the prestigious Las Vegas Institute, the world's leading institute of cosmetic dentistry. His completion of the Full Mouth Restoration Continuum puts Dr. Sutton in an elite group, less than 500 dentists worldwide. Dr. Sutton was awarded a Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry after completing over 800 hours of continuing education. He is also a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
Because Dr. Sutton feels strongly about supporting his profession and his community, he is a member of the American Dental Association and the Florida Dental Association, he is the current President of the Marion County Dental Association (2005-2006). He was elected as an officer of the Central Florida District Dental Association for 2006-2007. Dr Sutton supports the local college, CF, by sitting on the Dental Assistant Advisory Board. Recently, Dr. Sutton was initiated as a Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy, an international dental honor organization.
He is Board Member of the Ocala Kiwanis Club and a past graduate of Leadership Ocala.
Dr. Sutton enjoys spending time with his wife, Valerie, and their three girls. He also makes time for many outdoor activities including fishing and golf.
Meet Peggy___ ___________________
Hi, my name is Peg. Of the 30 years I've been in dentistry, the 13 years I've been Dr. Sutton's dental assistant have been my most educational. He provides us with so many opportunities to improve our skills, such as courses at LVI, that I am always learning something new. I am so committed to my job because I see how committed Dr. Sutton is to his patients. This practice is so special because everyone really takes the time to help patients feel at ease, to discover their dental needs and how we can help them achieve their dental goals. I try my best to inform our patients about the possibilities available today to create beautiful and healthy smiles. I enjoy pampering our patients and making sure they get the best possible dental care. Family is a very important part of my life I am very close to my grown son and daughter and my 5-yr-old grandson and spend as much time as possible with them. In my spare time, I enjoy gardening and just living life.
Meet Jovita
Hi, I'm Jovita the newest member of the team. I have been assisting Dr. Sutton since 2008. I am a graduate of the College of Central Florida Dental Assisting Program in Ocala, Florida and have passed the Dental Assisting National Board Examination. The dental field is ever changing and I am always eager to expand my knowledge through continuing education classes. I love working with Dr. Sutton because he is very thorough and cares for each of our patients. It is the most rewarding feeling to be able to give a person back their smile. In my free time I love to spend every minute with my husband and our son.
Meet Stacy
Hi, my name is Stacy. I always knew I wanted to be in dentistry and have been in the field for over 16 youthful years. I received my education from the Community College Tech in Minnesota and the University of Florida College of Dentistry in Gainesville and continue to pursue knowledge through advanced courses, such as those at Las Vegas Institute. As one of Dr. Sutton's Patient Care Specialists, it is my job to ensure that your visits with us are comfortable and that all your needs are met. What inspires me is the ability to calm the fears of nervous patients and helping them to pursue dental health and then seeing their happiness with their new, healthy smile. Our team is so friendly and experienced that patients who initially come to us with apprehension are soon very comfortable and actually enjoy their visits with us. I love spending time with my family. We enjoy beach get-a-ways, cooking/grilling together and movie nights. In my spare time, I enjoy shopping and spending time with friends.
Meet Melissa
Hello, I'm Melissa, appointment coordinator. I will be one of the smiling faces you will see while welcoming you into our warm, friendly office. I have been in the dental field for ten years and working for Dr.Sutton and his team for the past four. I am CPR certified and attend continuing education classes to improve my skills. I can assist you with your insurance needs and answer any questions that you may have. It is my pleasure working with such a talented dentist that provides excellent care to his patient's. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my sixteen year old daughter Kelsy, going to the beach, boating, riding motorcycles and shopping. Please feel free to call our office and schedule your new smile make over. I look forward to meeting you!
Meet Carin
Hi, my name is Carin, RDH, and I'm one of Dr. Sutton's experienced and caring dental hygienists. I received my AS in Dental Hygiene from Santa Fe College in Gainesville, Florida over a decade ago and continue to take courses every year in order to stay abreast of the current advances in dentistry. I really enjoy the warm, friendly atmosphere in our office and sharing that atmosphere with our patients. Dr. Sutton is a true professional and provides exceptional dentistry, so I feel confident when discussing treatment options with our patients. Most rewarding is the quality time I can devote to getting to know our patients, informing them about the health of their teeth and gums, and helping them achieve optimum health. My husband, son, daughter and cat "KC", makes our family complete.
Meet Amanda
Hello, I'm Amanda, CDA, RDH. I graduated from the College of Central Florida in Ocala, Florida as a dental assistant in 2000 and passed the Dental Assisting National Board soon after. I decided to further my education in the field of dental hygiene and gradated in 2003 from Santa Fe College in Gainesville, Florida. I taught dental assisting at the College of Central Florida from 2003-2010. Since 2003, I have been sitting on the Dental Assistant Advisory Board at CF. I chose a career in dentistry because I had great dental experiences as a child and I desired to help others achieve a positive attitude toward their own oral health and actually enjoy going to the dentist. I am passionate about education and feel it is vitally important to teach people about oral health and how it has a huge impact on the body's overall health. I take many hours of continuing education classes annually in order to stay current in the ever changing world of dentistry. Dr. Sutton is a man of integrity which is a vital component in a solid doctor-patient relationship. He is dedicated to providing optimum care for his patients through a combination of a caring, skilled team and the most up-to-date techniques and materials. I married my high school sweetheart, Eric we have a dog, Princess, adopted from the Ocala Animal Shelter. My hobbies include: giving new life to old furniture, playing games, and four wheeling.
Meet Valerie _
Hi, my name is Valerie and I am the Business Administrator for the practice. I enjoy all the changes and new advancements that dentistry has to offer and I love that Dr. Sutton continually attends courses so our patients can benefit from these advancements. I feel confident talking to patients about their care because I know that Dr. Sutton recommends treatment to his patients as he would his own family. I also enjoy my job because I get to share my time at work with such a talented team of professionals who are all committed to the same goal of ensuring that our patients have the best possible experience while receiving the best possible care. When not at work, I love spending time with my husband and our three daughters.
Meet Karen________________________
My name is Karen, RDH, I am one of Dr.Sutton's three hygienists. I have been in the dental field for twenty six years. I started as a certified dental assistant and then received my Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene from Santa Fe College in Gainesville, Florida in 1999. Along with many hours of continuing education since then, I am also a post graduate of the Las Vegas Institute JP Evolutionary Hygiene Program. I have worked in many aspects of cosmetic and neuromuscular dentistry which lead me here to Dr.Sutton. Dr. Sutton dedicates his time and talents to his patients by continually learning and expanding his horizons. Our goal is to provide each and every patient with the most optimal dental care and experience, I feel blessed to be a part of that. When I am not in the office, I enjoy being with my husband Bill, our son Alec and daughters Crystal, Ali and granddaughter Destiny. And it is no secret that I am probably the biggest Boston Red Sox fan that you will ever find!!