Born and raised in Oxford, Mississippi, Dr. William Baker made Hattiesburg his home after attending dental school at the University of Tennessee Memphis and completing a one-year residency in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Baker, whose father and uncle were also dentists, joined his uncle Martin at his Hattiesburg practice in 1990. As his uncle Martin transitioned into retirement, Dr. Baker took over the practice and immediately felt at home in Hattiesburg. When I got to Hattiesburg, the community accepted me right off the bat. They invited me to join social clubs and participate in community events, Dr. Baker said. I am so thankful for the welcoming spirit of Hattiesburg, and my hope is that my patients feel that same hospitality when they walk into the office. Now, with nearly 30 years of practice under his belt, Dr. Baker says his favorite part of practicing dentistry is getting to be part of the fabric of peoples families. Hattiesburg is home. Its always been home. I love seeing kids that Ive worked on bringing their kids to see me. Theres nothing like it.
Dr. Baker views dentistry as an art that aligns with his other creative passions. A musician and an artisan, Dr. Baker believes that the smile is one of the ultimate art forms. I love to play guitar and have played since I was 12 years old. I love music. Its in my family My mom is a phenomenal piano player, Dr. Baker said. I also love solving problems and working with my hands. Dr. Graham and I love a challenge. Its the coolest thing in the world. With 30 years of experience, I can just see how a patients smile is meant to be. I love mapping things out, then creating a product with my hands. Its about looking at somebody eyes and seeing how their smile should be.
Dr. Baker wants his patients to know that a beautiful, artful smile doesnt have to be expensive. Because we are invested in the art of the smile and state-of-the-art technology, some people think we are the expensive practice in town. Were not, Dr. Baker said. We want our patients to feel like family. We ask them what they want and help them find options that work for them and their budget. Dr. Baker believes that anybody who wants to take care of their smile belongs at Baker & Graham.
When he isnt in the office, Dr. Baker enjoys spending time with his wife Jennie (who is an incredible chef) and their two sons, William and Curt. He loves playing guitar for his sons, taking his family to their farm on the Bouie River, and riding in his tractor. I love my tractor. I call it Tractor Therapy, Dr. Baker said. Every time we go out to our farm, I tell my sons to leave the property better than they found it. Sometimes that means bush-hogging or clearing sticks. Sometimes that means planting crops. The same principle goes for my dental practice: leave a smile better than I found it, make it how it should be.
A Hattiesburg native with an eye for sculpture, Dr. Erik Graham believes that every smile is a work of art ready to be unveiled. After attending dental school at University Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi, Dr. Graham and his wife Ginny (also a Hattiesburg native) moved back to Hattiesburg and joined Dr. Baker, where they formed Baker & Graham Family Dentistry. Its amazing having a partner like Dr. Graham. His wifes grandmother was my patient, and she told Dr. Graham about me and my desire to find a good partner and expand the practice, Dr. Baker said of Dr. Graham. We get along because we are so different. He works at an amazing, meticulous pace and has an encyclopedic knowledge of dentistry. He is so caring with patients, and we complement each other really well.
Ever since he was a child, Dr. Graham has been fascinated by how things work. He loves working with his hands, taking things apart, and putting them back together again. He has always been fascinated by innovation and captivated by the power of technology to improve peoples lives. My goal is to make sure I can offer the best treatment to anyone who comes through the doors. That means investing in and learning the newest, best technology. Im fascinated by innovation, and I want my patients to experience the benefits of the technology we use here at Baker & Graham, Dr. Graham said.
Dr. Graham believes that the best smiles are artful, authentic, and unique to each person. Im not interested in creating a fabricated, synthetic smile. I want my patients smiles to look like they were meant to be, he said. Were not like a typical practice. We really get to know our patients and their smiles. We give the best results by using the best materials. We have several options for our patients, from low-cost options to more involved procedures. For Dr. Graham, the challenge of creating those smilesalong with the connection he gets to form with his patientsdrive his passion for dentistry, a craft that all too often perceived as boring, conventional, and even scary. Anybody who needs dental treatment should feel comfortable and confident coming to our practice. Whatever their needs are, we can help them figure out what they need and even how to pay for it.
Outside of the office, Dr. Graham loves spending time with his wife Ginny and his three sons, Gregg, Parker, and Bradley. He coaches their baseball teams and helps coordinate their Boy Scout endeavors. Dr. Graham also enjoys wood carving, furniture building, and the art of sculpture, a passion which he carries into his dental practice, as well. If I can visualize it in my head, I like to use my hands to make it, Dr. Graham said. I can see how a patients smile is intended to look, and I want to help patients realize the beauty and individuality of their smiles.
A Hattiesburg native with a heart for instilling confidence in his patients, Dr. Ethan Moore wakes up every morning excited to serve the families who visit Baker & Graham. The patients here especially the families motivate me more than anything else, Dr. Moore said. I love sharing in a patients confidence when we make improvements to their smile.
After graduating from the University of Mississippi with a bachelors degree in business administration, Dr. Moore attended and graduated from the University of Mississippi Medical School of Dentistry. I have always had a passion for dentistry because its an art that can change peoples lives, Dr. Moore said. A patient can walk into the office and, within a short amount of time, completely transform their smile and increase their confidence.
For Dr. Moore, joining the team at Baker & Graham was a simple decision. Dr. Baker and Dr. Graham have invested their time and their careers in caring for families in the Pine Belt, Dr. Moore said. I knew I wanted to join their team so I could work with them, learn from them, and follow their example of quality, artful care.
Dr. Moore enjoys being outdoors, playing golf, spending time with his family, and attending area sporting events. As a left-handed dentist, he has had to work with the team at Baker & Graham to rearrange the equipment and install special left-handing chairs. The team here has been incredible in working with a lefty like me, Dr. Moore quipped. Just another reason that Im thrilled to be on this team and caring for our communitys smiles.
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Rating 4.6 out of 5 based on 41 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestMary Bennett
2 years ago
This place is amazing. My son has had issues with dentists for years. We've tried him with several dentists in the past with the same result until we went to see Dr Graham and I am absolutely amazed! My son was able to complete his dental work without anesthesia for the first time. I'm so thankful we found this place, please keep up the good work!
Kittyismynickname :3
2 years ago
Great experience! I always felt like they cared about me personally
Mary Bennett
3 years ago
This place is amazing. My son has had issues with dentists for years. We've tried him with several dentists in the past with the same result until we went to see Dr Graham and I am absolutely amazed! My son was able to complete his dental work without anesthesia for the first time. I'm so thankful we found this place, please keep up the good work!
Jessie Luck
3 years ago
Just had my first appointment with them today I have to say best service I've ever received Miss Davie the hygienist and Dr Graham were both excellent even though I was there for 2 hours they made sure I was all set and ready to go for those who are moving to Hattiesburg and looking for general dentistry I highly recommend Baker and Grand dental they are amazing if I could add five more stars to be a 10 out of 10 I would
Kelsi Nicholas
3 years ago
I made an appointment with this clinic, and from my previous experience at other dental clinics, without payment in full for all services, I expected to go in get antibiotics and leave. Just enough to get rid of the problems I was having temporarily. But Dr. Baker and his team are amazing, I was able to get 3 teeth out and only had to pay $50 and set up a payment plan for the remaining balance owed. Dental work can be outrageously expensive, but they really worked with me on services and payments. And they made the environment very comfortable and kept asking if I was okay throughout the procedures. Definitely rate a 5/5 and I recommend this place to everybody!
Jessie Luck
3 years ago
Just had my first appointment with them today I have to say best service I've ever received Miss Davie the hygienist and Dr Graham were both excellent even though I was there for 2 hours they made sure I was all set and ready to go for those who are moving to Hattiesburg and looking for general dentistry I highly recommend Baker and Grand dental they are amazing if I could add five more stars to be a 10 out of 10 I would
Adam B.
3 years ago
First time at this dentist. I called with a severe toothache, and from the first person I spoke to on the phone to the last person I shook hands with upon leaving, they were ALL professional, and wonderful. Clean facility, super nice staff, and Dr. Baker is a lifesaver! I will and am recommending them to anyone who will listen . They got me in right away, and his decades of experience sure paid off. He is WONDERFUL.
Kelsi Nicholas
4 years ago
I made an appointment with this clinic, and from my previous experience at other dental clinics, without payment in full for all services, I expected to go in get antibiotics and leave. Just enough to get rid of the problems I was having temporarily. But Dr. Baker and his team are amazing, I was able to get 3 teeth out and only had to pay $50 and set up a payment plan for the remaining balance owed. Dental work can be outrageously expensive, but they really worked with me on services and payments. And they made the environment very comfortable and kept asking if I was okay throughout the procedures. Definitely rate a 5/5 and I recommend this place to everybody!
Adam B.
4 years ago
First time at this dentist. I called with a severe toothache, and from the first person I spoke to on the phone to the last person I shook hands with upon leaving, they were ALL professional, and wonderful. Clean facility, super nice staff, and Dr. Baker is a lifesaver! I will and am recommending them to anyone who will listen . They got me in right away, and his decades of experience sure paid off. He is WONDERFUL.
Tiffany Yonce
4 years ago
Very friendly. I had a wonderful experience and can't wait to start my care plan next month. Ready for my new smile!!
NANCY CARPENTER
4 years ago
I can't say enough good things about Baker & Graham Dental. I had an acute issue with a tooth, and they were able to get me in the next day. Facilities and technology are amazing. All the staff were attentive and friendly. Dr. Graham and his staff are knowledgeable, concerned, and supportive. All my questions were answered, and they provided information about things I didn't even now to ask. Dental anxiety has always been an issue for me. This is the first practice I've used that addressed that issue as a priority. I was made completely comfortable during the entire office visit. Dr. Graham and the staff at Baker & Graham are definitely the ones that I will be using going forward.!
Collins & Null Office -
4 years ago
Dr. Baker and staff are absolutely amazing!! The wait time was short. Dr. Baker and staff actually listened to my questions and concerns and provide answers and information to help me. They were never in a rush. They definitely earned my trust. I am grateful I found them.
NANCY CARPENTER
5 years ago
I can't say enough good things about Baker & Graham Dental. I had an acute issue with a tooth, and they were able to get me in the next day. Facilities and technology are amazing. All the staff were attentive and friendly. Dr. Graham and his staff are knowledgeable, concerned, and supportive. All my questions were answered, and they provided information about things I didn't even now to ask. Dental anxiety has always been an issue for me. This is the first practice I've used that addressed that issue as a priority. I was made completely comfortable during the entire office visit. Dr. Graham and the staff at Baker & Graham are definitely the ones that I will be using going forward.!
Tiffany Yonce
5 years ago
Very friendly. I had a wonderful experience and can't wait to start my care plan next month. Ready for my new smile!!
Tamera Lay
5 years ago
Even over the phone made me feel like they're my best friends. Great place! Such a wonderful staff. Forever my dentist.
Collins & Null Office -
5 years ago
Dr. Baker and staff are absolutely amazing!! The wait time was short. Dr. Baker and staff actually listened to my questions and concerns and provide answers and information to help me. They were never in a rush. They definitely earned my trust. I am grateful I found them.
amberlie stephens
5 years ago
Dr. Baker and his staff are the BEST!!! I came to Dr Baker with a throbbing toothache and needing a root canal. He was very attentive and has the best "bed side manner" and he really was empathetic!! I received the root canal and I seriously had zero pain throughout the procedure!!!! The only "pinch" I felt was the first shot and it was not even painful! I am so shocked that I was so nervous about a root canal and it was really a "walk in the park!" I know that the procedure can be scary and painful BUT Dr. Baker made me change my whole outlook about the procedure. I HIGHLY recommended him!!!!
Billy Greene
5 years ago
The staff here is some of the most professional down to earth people that I've ever met. They immediate took care of my problems, and addressed any future things that I can fix. I am impressed with each and every one of them.
Mike White
5 years ago
Dr. Graham and his staff were amazing. I came in with a badly broken tooth, and I was in a lot of pain. They took care of the tooth and kept me informed of what was going on throughout the procedure. He made sure I couldn't feel anything and made me comfortable the entire time. I highly recommend this great group of professionals to anyone looking for a dentist. Thank you guy!
Pbcarney
5 years ago
You couldn't find a better place if you tried so don't look any farther, great staff and a amazing facility.
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