Dental Staff

Dentist in Eastman, GA

Eastman Family Dental Center strives to provide quality dental care to Eastman and the Middle Georgia area.  As a general dentistry office, we provide comprehensive care for the entire family.  We offer a wide range of services including preventative, restorative, cosmetic, and pediatric dentistry.

                                                  

 

B. Dan Harrell, DMD

Dr. Dan Harrell, a native of Eastman, graduated from the Medical College of Georgia in 1978 with a Doctorate in Dental Medicine. He returned home and opened his dental practice in 1979. With over 41 years of service to the area, Dr. Harrell has grown his practice and enjoys his patients, many who have been with him since he started. He is currently a member of the American Dental Association, the Georgia Dental Association, and the Central District Dental Society.

Lyndsey H. Dahlstrom, DMD

Dr. Lyndsey Dahlstrom, Dr. Harrell’s daughter, grew up in Eastman. She attended Georgia Southern University and graduated in 2004 with a BS in Biology. After college, she attended the Medical College of Georgia and graduated with a Doctorate in Dental Medicine. In 2008, Dr. Dahlstrom joined her father’s practice and enjoys working closely with her patients to help them achieve a beautiful smile. She is currently a member of the American Dental Association, the Georgia Dental Association, and the Central District Dental Society. She is also a graduate of the Misch International Implant Institution.

Dr. Dahlstrom resides in Eastman with her husband Chase and their two sons, Hunter and Fynn. Outside of the office she enjoys saltwater fishing and spending time with friends and family.

 

Clayton Oliver, DMD

Dr. Clay Oliver grew up in Cochran, GA. He completed coursework at Middle Georgia College and then attended the University of Georgia, where he obtained a B.S. in Biological Sciences in 2012. After completing his Bachelor’s degree, he attended the Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University and graduated with a Doctorate in Dental Medicine. He returned home and joined Eastman Family Dental Center in July of 2017. Dr. Oliver thoroughly enjoys serving the communities in which he grew up and has a goal of providing thorough, comprehensive care to all patients, working together to achieve a healthy and esthetic smile.

Dr. Oliver and his wife, Millie, reside in Cochran, where they love spending time with family and friends. They attend First Baptist Church in Cochran, where Dr. Oliver helps lead music on Sunday mornings. In addition to playing with FBC’s Praise Team, he enjoys playing guitar and singing with his band, Skylarks. Other things he enjoys outside of the office are hunting, fishing, golf, and UGA football.

 

Community Involvement

Both doctors are firm believers in giving back to the community.  They have each been involved in medical missions locally and abroad.  With trips to Peru and Mexico, as well as being actively involved in GMOM (Georgia Mission of Mercy), Dr. Harrell and Dr. Dahlstrom have had the opportunity to serve those in need of dental care that would not have access to it otherwise.

 

 

 

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Hygienists

Sue Taylor, RDH

I attended Macon College to earn my associates degree in dental hygiene. I have been working with Eastman Family Dental Center for 25 years. Throughout the years, I have met some amazing people, and I have enjoyed educating them on proper oral health, as well as, providing a clinical service. I genuinely care about each patient, and I love being able to help them maintain healthy smiles.

Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, including my husband, two children, beautiful granddaughter, and numerous dogs.

 

Lynne Brown, RDH

I have a Bachelors in Business in Marketing degree from Georgia College in 1989. I then went back to earn my Dental Hygiene degree from Macon State College in 1992. I have been employed with Eastman Family Dental Center since 2005, and have enjoyed the interaction with my patients throughout the years.

I live in Dublin, GA with my husband, Jeff. We have three children, Ethan, Dakota, and Peyton. We are members of Bellevue Road Church of Christ. I enjoy walking, fishing, hunting, swimming, and spending time at the lake and beach.

 

Jacki Dotson, RDH

I received my Registered Dental Hygiene degree of Science from The Medical College of Georgia in 1997. I joined Eastman Family Dental Center in September of 2018 as a part time hygienist. I have worked in full time and part time capacities in several dentist offices in the state of Georgia for 23 years. I am thrilled to be a small part of this team. I love dentistry and helping people with their dental needs.

I am married to Chris and we have six wonderful children. My husband is a pastor and we both serve in our church. Outside of work, I enjoy homeschooling our children, playing and teaching piano and music, exercising, and gardening.

 

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Front Office

Tiffany Bailey

I have been a part of the Eastman Family Dental Center team since 2009. I assisted for many years and now work in the front office. I love working with all our wonderful patients. Getting to know each person that comes into our office has been such a reward.  

Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. My husband, Dusty, and I have two beautiful girls, Scarlett and Penelope. 

 

Dawn Rutland

I have been a part of the Eastman Family Dental Center team since 2013. I have been a Licensed Practical Nurse since 1992. I am also a certified basic life support instructor for the American Heart Association. Being able to interact with our amazing patients and their families makes my work rewarding. I schedule appointments, take payments, make referrals, and coordinate with general physicians or specialists to schedule appointments. All of this means I get the opportunity to meet and know each patient.

Outside of work I enjoy working in my yard and spending time with family and friends. My husband, Greg, and I have three kids, a granddaughter, and 3 fur babies.

 

 

Carolyn Wells

I have enjoyed working on the administrative side of dentistry for over 20 years. While making the dental experience a pleasant one for every patient has always been my goal, acquiring lifelong friendships has been the ultimate reward.

In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, walking, and visits from my 3 grandchildren. After having lived in Atlanta for over 15 years, my husband, Ray, and I are enjoying the quiet life in McRae, GA.

 

 

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Assistants

Sabrina Free

I attended Albany State College and Macon State College in 1991 to become a Certified Dental Assistant. I joined Eastman Family Dental Center in May of 2016. My favorite part of my job is meeting new patients and making a connection with them.

I live in Hawkinsville, GA with my husband, Ron. I am also the mother of two girls, Taylor and Kali.

 

 

Taylor Cranford

I started working at Eastman Family Dental my senior year of high school. I have been assisting since 2016. I am currently a student at Central Georgia Technical College, my goal is to enter the dental hygiene program.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends.

 

Mayeli Carrizales

I have been employed by Eastman Family Dental Center since 2018, but have been a patient here for 18 years. In the years that I’ve known her, Dr. Lyndsey has inspired me to further pursue my dental career. I enjoy seeing the confidence a new smile can bring to our patients.

I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, playing competitive volleyball on Sundays. In my free time I enjoy painting, reading, and have recently started playing the ukulele. I have two fur babies, a one year old dog, Captain, and a four year old cat, Snow.

 

 

Taylor Baggett

I started my career as a Certified Dental Assistant in 2013 after graduating from Gwinnett Technical College. My goal is ensure that our patients understand the importance of good oral health, and can feel confident in their smile.

I am married to my childhood best friend, Andrew, and we have twin boys, Drew and Beau. Outside of work, I love to spend time at our lake house on Lake Sinclair, taking care of our cows and doing all things outdoors.