Dr. Willard has been practicing dentistry in the Branson area for 25 years. He moved to the area while in high school graduating from Forsyth High School. He went on to attend Baylor University and obtained his BA degree. Dr. Willard completed his dental degree at UMKC in Kansas City where he graduated with distinction. Following this he completed a residency program in Advanced Education in General Dentistry at Kansas City. In 1992, he and his wife, Christine, opened his practice in Branson, MO to provide and educate his patients on complete, healthy, quality dental care. Dr. Willard and Christine have two children who graduated from Branson High School and are finishing up college. He is active in the community serving on the boards for the Womens Crisis Center, K-Life, Community Foundation of Taney County, and The Greater Springfield Dental Society.

Dr. Willard has continued his dental education and became a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry and has received Top Dentist Award 5 years in a row. He is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Association, Missouri Dental Association, and The Greater Springfield Dental Association.

Our Vision is to create a dental practice that provides superior quality dentistry, delivered by a gentle, caring team of registered dental hygienists and trained assistants. Each of our staff members are a part of a team of highly qualified healthcare professionals with many years of experience in the dental field. You will find them all to be very warm, caring and knowledgeable. They participate in continuing education courses annually to stay current on the latest techniques and procedures. These courses will enhance your dental experience in our office.

Dr. Willard and I will be celebrating 30 years of marriage and are blessed to have two children, a daughter Ashley and a son Kendall. We love living in Branson, enjoying all the Ozarks have to offer and visiting our children.

Shelley has been performing dental hygiene since graduating from Dental Hygiene school in St. Louis, Missouri in 1991, and has served the needs of patient dental care at Dr. Willards office since 1995.

I am proud to be a team member here at Dr. Willards Office. We share common goals of working together to help patients improve their dental health. Dr. Willard provides a comfortable work environment for team members so the focus can be on the treatment that is in the best interest of our patients. I have had the pleasure of experiencing the growth of this dental practice and still years later, I find it rewarding serving others in achieving a common goal of dental health. My passion is helping others smile.

The goal of our dental team is to provide dental care that improves gum health and provides a bright clean smile. Our dental team has received positive feedback for our services for the gentle and caring skills we use in performing exceptional dental treatments

Cindy has been providing dental care since 1996 and started at Dr. Willards office in 2004. Cindy graduated from Missouri Southern State University Hygiene School in Joplin in 2001. I am proud to work at an office that has such high standards of dental care. Dr. Willard and his wife are exceptional and honest employers. I enjoy the comfortable work atmosphere, working with a great team, getting to know my patients and feeling like they are family.

Cindy moved to Branson in 2003 and just celebrated 14 years of marriage with her husband Darren. They have 2 daughters, Abbey graduates from MSU in December of 2017 and Maddie attends Branson Elementary School.

Our dental hygiene teams primary objective is to provide each patient with the highest level of preventive oral care. We will use our knowledge and experience to create an oral care program based on your specific needs.

As hygienists at 248 Dental, our goal is to treat our patients as family. We work hard to create the most positive environment and experience for everyone. We attempt to develop treatment options to fit the specific needs of our patients, to help them obtain

Heather is a 2002 graduate of Missouri Southern State University with her Bachelors of General Studies and Associates of Dental Hygiene. She has been a licensed dental hygienist at Dr. Willards office since 2002.

Heather and Nathan, her high school sweetheart, grew up in the area and love everything the Ozark hills and lakes have to offer. Heather is very busy with their little active son, Hayes. Our dental hygienists are highly trained and licensed oral health professionals who provide you with educational, clinical and therapeutic services to enhance your oral and overall health. Our dental hygienists use their skill and knowledge to prevent, detect, and treat gum disease and tooth decay in our patients.

Jennifer has worked tirelessly alongside Dr. Willard since 2007, delivering quality Rockstar patient care. Jennifer has provided excellent attention to preparing patients for procedures. Jennifer has a passion for providing care, assistance, and directions to promote a healthy lifestyle.

All people are different, just as no dental treatment is the same. Each situation deserves special attention. As assistants, we understand patient trust is the foundation for our success and we treat our patients like family.

Kendra and her husband Jamie celebrated 25 years of marriage in April 2017. They have three children, Hunter, Chase, and Paige. Kendra enjoys spending time with family and friends and loves vacationing at the beach!

Our dental assistant teams primary goal is to provide each patient with the highest level of preventive oral care. We will use our knowledge and experience to create an oral care program based on your specifi