Dr. Andrew Huxford grew up in Oregon where he worked on a farm as a kid. He graduated from Southern Utah University and became a High School teacher in Physical Education and Science, ultimately receiving a Masters Degree in Education at UNLV.

After 8 years of teaching, Dr. Huxford decided to make a career change into the field of dentistry, so he returned to school and received the pre-med degree that would qualify him for dental school. He and his wife Rachelle moved to Colorado where they spent the next four years at the University of Colorado. They relocated to Boulder City in 1991 and opened Boulder Dental Group in 2003! He then decided to open up another practice, Downtown Dental.

Dr. Fatima Nicole Nepacena originally hails from beautiful San Jose, California (yes, she knows the way). She graduated from University of San Francisco with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and continued her education at the UNLV School of Dental Medicine where she received her degree in dentistry.

When you ask her why she chose this career path she will tell you how it had been her dream to become a dentist since she was a little girl doing dental exams on her pets. She aspires to have her own practice someday in the future, but until then plans on focusing her abilities on treating her patients with the impeccable skills and care she perfected while in dental school. When she doesn't have a handpiece in her hand you will find her spending time with her friends and family exploring new eateries and enjoying live concerts and music festivals. And if Justin Timberlake is in town, well we know where you'll find her.

Evelyn has been a Boulder City resident since 1991 and has raised her family here. She has worked in the dental profession for 36 years and has been with Dr. Huxford for 15 of those years since opening his original dental practice with him in 2005. Her passion for dentistry and care of her patients is a priority and she works hard at providing a positive experience for every patient. You'll most likely catch her singing along with the music whenever you visit our office. She is very proficient in expanded dental skills along with her ability to explain treatment in detail to patients so they can fully understand their options. When she is not working you will catch her whizzing by you on the ski slope or waving at you as she passes by while boating at Lake Mead. Evelyn also enjoys travel and is always looking forward to her next adventure.

Natalie is one of those rare natives born and raised here in Las Vegas. She moved to Boulder City in 2017 and is so happy to be here! She graduated from UNLV with a Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology and then attended Dental Hygiene school at College of Southern Nevada, graduating in 2009. She finds the most rewarding aspect of being a dental hygienist is developing relationships with her patients and educating them on all aspects of oral hygiene. She prides herself on providing gentle, but thorough care to her patients. Natalie loves spending her free time with her husband and lovely two daughters. Whether it's hiking and being outdoors or baking her amazing gourmet cookies, you'll always find Natalie a joy to spend time with.

Karens career in the dental field started through the American Red Cross in Pearl Harbor, HI earning a certificate in dental assisting in 1979. She continued working as a dental assistant for many years in Florida and Georgia. She then became interested in the business side of a dental practice and moved into that role. Karen was Office Administrator for many years in Missouri before moving to Boulder City, NV to be closer to family. She feels blessed to be part of Downtown Dental. Dr. Huxford is not only a great dentist but wonderful to work for. Since moving to Boulder City, her favorite pastime is spending time with her family making wonderful memories.