Dr. David H. Hulsey and his staff are dedicated to helping their patients keep their teeth for a lifetime in a caring and comfortable environment. Dr. Hulsey was born and raised in Cornelia, Georgia, in the foothills of the Northeast Georgia Mountains, where he developed a love for the great outdoors. He married his high school sweetheart, Donna Caudell in 1978 and they have two daughters, Jennifer and Lindsay. He attended Habersham Central High School, Oxford College of Emory University and Emory University. He was accepted into dental school at Emory University School of Dentistry after only three years of college instead of the traditional four. After graduating from dental school in 1981, he and his wife moved to Athens to begin his dental career. He purchased an existing dental practice from a retiring dentist, Dr. Charles Walker, and hit the ground running. He inherited a lot of very complicated cases and realized very quickly that he had not learned all he needed to know in dental school. Over the years, he has studied and trained with many of the best dentists in the world to gain the skills and confidence he needs to treat even the most complicated dental cases. 'The most rewarding thing for me is when a patient comes to me who has lost all hope of saving their teeth and feels their only option is dentures. Through proper diagnosis and treatment, it is often possible to not only save their teeth and give them the ability to chew with comfort, but to give them something even more important, the ability to smile again. This is truly life changing for these patients.'
Dr. Hulsey practices in a beautifully restored older home on South Lumpkin Street in the heart of Friendly Five Points. When he is not practicing dentistry he enjoys traveling with his family, hunting, fishing, snow skiing and just about anything outdoors.
Christyis a State Board Licensed and Registered Dental Hygienist in the state of Georgia. She has been a registered dental hygienist for almost 18 years. She has been a part of our team since July 2018. She earned a Dental Assisting diploma for Tri County Techinal College in Pendleton, South Carolina in 1995. She then received an Associate of Applied Science and Dental Hygiene degree at Athens Technical College in 2001. She enjoys getting to know her patients and aspires to treat each patient as an individual and give them the best treatment she can while educating them and informing them of their current oral health. She is a native of Elbert County and reides there with her husband, David and their 3 boys. She enjoys spending time with her family as well as attending Dewy Rose Baptist Church.
Cathy has been the Office Manager for Dr. Hulsey since 1998. Cathy is originally from Glennville, Ga but she now resides in Watkinsville, where she has been for 47 years. She has been married to her husband Leroy for 47 years and has 2 daughters and two grandsons. Cathy is very involved in the community. She has been an Oconee County Pilot club member for 10 years and has been attending First Christian Church for 16 years. Cathy enjoys beachcombing, crocheting, and visiting relatives in Minnesota, Alabamaand Texas.
Paige graduated from Jackson County Comprehensive High School in Jefferson, GA. She then attended Athens Tech, thenattended and graduatedfrom Dental Careers Institute in Marietta, Ga with a Certificate in Dental Assisting and Radiography in2010. She has been working for Dr. Hulsey since 2012. Paige also enjoys teaching the community and her patients about oral health. She has done numerous presentations about oral health with the local schools. Paige enjoys spending time with her husband and children, photography, crafting/scrapbooking, and UGA Football!
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Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 19 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestWilline Kidd
a year ago
Dr Hulsey is a amazing dentist!!! He gave me my smile back!! Removed my permanent retainer and restored my smile. He and his staff take a lot of pride in their work and take the time to make you at ease. They take excellent care of their patients!! I am very proud to say he is my dentist!! I would highly recommend him to everyone.
Nichole Underwood
2 years ago
Dr. Hulsey is absolutely AMAZING!! In addition to his stellar care, he has a fantastic team! Dr. Hulsey is incredibly gifted at dentistry. If you want the best, you have found it here! I have been a patient for several years now, and thanks to Dr. Hulsey, I love my teeth! Professional, excellent quality of care, and gentle- you won't be disappointed. Bonus, he's very funny too!
lh bartlett
2 years ago
I am over the moon happy with the results of the service that I have received from Dr. Hulsey and his staff, especially over the last few years. It was quite a process beginning with surgery, eventually needing implants, but the crowns I received were beyond my expectations. I can once again smile with confidence!
Mandy Stertzbach
2 years ago
Dr Hulsey is absolutely amazing! After a bad experience with another dentist I was very nervous but Dr. Hulsey was very kind and gentle. He has a ton of expertise and is absolutely the best dentist in the area. I recommend him 100%!!!!!!
Lorie Petersen
2 years ago
If you need a dental office, Dr Hulsey and his staff are wonderful! Great location, beautiful office, and the entire staff is friendly and knowledgeable....you will be pleased!
Kevin Glaser
2 years ago
Great experience and dentist!
Andrew Morgan
2 years ago
Dr. Hulsey and his staff or the best. I have been a patient for several years now, and they always take great care of my dental problems. They are also excellent with my daughter and have no doubt they will be the same with my son when he starts his own dental care. I cannot recommend Dr. Hulsey enough!
Michael Berry
2 years ago
Dr. Hulsey and his staff are the best! Highly recommended!
Ed Maddox
2 years ago
Wish I had found him and his staff years ago. The best experience at a dentist I have ever had Got shots and didn't even know it. The most caring and informative dentist I have ever been to and I'm 62 yrs old
Georgia Judson
2 years ago
I have the nicest smile and the perfect "bite" thanks to Dr. Hulsey! He is the most professional and caring doctor I have ever known. Dr. Hulsey has taken care of my teeth for a couple of decades and I have spent a lot of time in his office. But, I have never felt apprehensive about a procedure or uninformed. Dr.. Hulsey has always let me know what to expect whenever he's needed to pull a tooth, fill a cavity, crown a tooth or perform a root canal. As a patient of Dr. Hulsey, I am now able to show my beautiful teeth to the world and not be embarrassed by my smile. I came to Dr. Hulsey with a mouth full of cavities. My teeth desperately needed attention. Dr. Hulsey patiently worked with me and never gave up on me even when I ate hard candy and cracked a tooth and then did it again the next day! Plus, the equipment Dr. Hulsey uses is state of the art. I have a huge appreciation for Dr. Hulsey's incredible skill for detail as well as his professional demeanor. His staff is the best ever!
Dallas Porterfield
2 years ago
Dr. Hulsey and all of his staff are fantastic. Everyone at his office is friendly, knowledgeable and considerate. Dr. Hulsey is incredibly skilled, the quality of his work is top notch, and he has a clear depth of experience. His office also uses great imaging equipment to get accurate and detailed information. Dental work is so important (especially so when you're having issues) and I consider myself and Athens fortunate to have access to such a great Doctor, staff and office.
Ed Maddox
3 years ago
Wish I had found him and his staff years ago. The best experience at a dentist I have ever had Got shots and didn't even know it. The most caring and informative dentist I have ever been to and I'm 62 yrs old
Georgia Judson
3 years ago
I have the nicest smile and the perfect "bite" thanks to Dr. Hulsey! He is the most professional and caring doctor I have ever known. Dr. Hulsey has taken care of my teeth for a couple of decades and I have spent a lot of time in his office. But, I have never felt apprehensive about a procedure or uninformed. Dr.. Hulsey has always let me know what to expect whenever he's needed to pull a tooth, fill a cavity, crown a tooth or perform a root canal. As a patient of Dr. Hulsey, I am now able to show my beautiful teeth to the world and not be embarrassed by my smile. I came to Dr. Hulsey with a mouth full of cavities. My teeth desperately needed attention. Dr. Hulsey patiently worked with me and never gave up on me even when I ate hard candy and cracked a tooth and then did it again the next day! Plus, the equipment Dr. Hulsey uses is state of the art. I have a huge appreciation for Dr. Hulsey's incredible skill for detail as well as his professional demeanor. His staff is the best ever!
Dallas Porterfield
3 years ago
Dr. Hulsey and all of his staff are fantastic. Everyone at his office is friendly, knowledgeable and considerate. Dr. Hulsey is incredibly skilled, the quality of his work is top notch, and he has a clear depth of experience. His office also uses great imaging equipment to get accurate and detailed information. Dental work is so important (especially so when you're having issues) and I consider myself and Athens fortunate to have access to such a great Doctor, staff and office.
Andrew Morgan
3 years ago
Dr. Hulsey and his staff or the best. I have been a patient for several years now, and they always take great care of my dental problems. They are also excellent with my daughter and have no doubt they will be the same with my son when he starts his own dental care. I cannot recommend Dr. Hulsey enough!
Kevin Glaser
3 years ago
Great experience and dentist!
Michael Berry
3 years ago
Dr. Hulsey and his staff are the best! Highly recommended!
Steve Gibson
3 years ago
I reluctantly began being a patient 23 years ago when my newly married wife (as a happy patient and extremely "satisfied customer") persuaded me to give the office a try. It was by far the very best decision I have ever made regarding my dental health.
Steve Gibson
4 years ago
I reluctantly began being a patient 23 years ago when my newly married wife (as a happy patient and extremely "satisfied customer") persuaded me to give the office a try. It was by far the very best decision I have ever made regarding my dental health.
LeAnn Florence
5 years ago
Dr. Hulsey is absolutely amazing! He has taken great care of my family over the years and went above and beyond when my son recently knocked out his front permanent teeth. I can't say enough about how grateful I am for him. I highly recommend Dr. Hulsey and his incredible staff!
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