The Nice Dentist

New to Ponte Vedra and looking for a dentist? Our friendly staff will make you feel right at home. We have a no rush policy and will provide you with a practical treatment plan. We take pride in being one of the most affordable offices in the area.

Dr. Clay Celander DMD

A Tallahassee native, Dr. Celander betrayed the family and went to the University of Florida, graduating cum laude with a degree in premedical biology. After his undergraduate degree, he moved to Charlotte NC and became an 8th-grade science teacher (and summer whitewater rafting guide) with his future wife, Nikki. Two years later, he moved to Boston MA to attend Boston University School of Dental Medicine, graduating magna cum laude. After 4 years of cold, snowy winters, he returned to Florida to be closer to family and warmer weather.

Dr. Celander takes pride in patient comfort and satisfaction and wants to be “the nicest dentist” you have ever met. He gives his personal cell phone number to every patient, and subscribes to the idea of “WWIDFM” or what would I do for mom!

He is the proud father of 2 children, Rory and Isla, and enjoys numerous outdoor activities all around the southeast. From kayak fishing to whitewater kayaking to surfing, you can always find him in and around the water. He also keeps honey bees, and during honey flows patients will get a jar to take home!