Skill and compassion go hand in hand when providing exceptional patient care. As dental professionals, we stay up to date on the latest advancements in dentistry in order to provide the most current treatment options for our patients. As doctors, we recognize that our patients are unique individuals who have placed a great deal of trust in us. That is just one reason why we value each and every patient relationship.

Dr. Craig Nikolaus a.k.a. Dr. Nik, was born and raised in the White Mountains of Arizona. Dr. Nik is an avid outdoorsman. He loves hiking and boating with his wife and 5 boys! Dr. Nikolaus played football for Mesa Mountain View High School and claims the title of Arizona 5A State Champion.

Dr. Nik is a graduate of Arizona State University but is ecstatic to finally be cheering on a team in the SEC, Go Vols! Dr. Nikolaus family moved to Buffalo, NY for four years to attend UB and earn a Doctorate degree in Dental Surgery and yes, they loved the winters!

During Dr. Niks dental career he has earned top honors including Suma Cum Laude, NY States Association of Endodontists Best Clinician Award and is a member of the American Association of Facial Esthetics. Dr. Nikolaus loves the relationships he builds with is patients and hopes every patient feels like a family member.

Josh McNutt was born and raised in Columbia, Missouri in a family of four, including a father and identical twin brother who are dentists as well. Dr. McNutt attended college at Baylor University in Waco, Texas and Dental School at the University of Missouri Kansas City. While in College Dr. McNutt met his wife, Gena, who is from Morristown, TN originally. Dr

Mcnutt and his wife have three children including a girl and two boys. They have lived in East Tennessee since his graduation from dental school and couldn't imagine anywhere else they would rather be.

Dr. Cox grew up in Kingsport, TN. She attended the University of Kentucky where she received a BS in Biology and graduated with honors. She went on to the University of Tennessee's College of Dentistry followed by a two year general dentistry residency at the University of Tennessee Medical Center where she received advanced training.

Dr. Cox enjoys attending dental conferences and continuing education courses with her husband who is alsoa dentist. She is involved in local animal rescue and has fostered numerous dogs, puppies, cats, kittens and one rabbit. Dr. Cox volunteers with Remote Area Medical and the Volunteer Ministry Clinic helping those in our community in need. Her favorite activity is spending time with her daughter who is about to be a year old.

Dr. Andrew Young grew up in Michigan where he attended the University of Michigan. He received his Bachelor of Science in Microbiology in 1998 and Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2002. After graduating dental school, he moved to Knoxville for advance educational training in General Dentistry at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. Dr. Young stayed on to become faculty and Assistant Program Director of the General Practice Residency program teaching the future generations of dentists using the most current and digital technologies. Dr. Young is excited to bring his years of academic training in Implant Dentistry to the patients of Knoxville Dental Center.

Outside of dentistry Dr. Young still finds ways to work with his hands with electronics, mechanics, woodwork and 3D printing while taking care of their family farm.In 2005 Dr. Young met his wife Elizabeth, a local Tennessean, and have four children along with several horses, dogs and cats.

Dr. Taylor is a graduate of Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine. He has been practicing since 2016 in Texas and North Carolina prior to moving to Knoxville. Dr. Taylor strives to make the dental office light, fun, and full of hope with laughter, bad jokes and honesty. Dr. Taylor loves to save teeth whenever possibleand is experienced with root canals and crown and bridge.

Dr. Taylor loves to spend time outdoors with his wife and daughter. They love to be engaged in athletics, running, triathlons, hiking, and rowing. Where the family goes you'll likely find their dog, Pongo running right along their side.

Dr. Morgan Richards is excited to be with Knoxville Dental Center! Morgan grew up on a farm in Southern Idaho with seven older siblings. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science from Brigham Young University. In 2017, he received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Roseman University College of Dental Medicine in South Jordan Utah.After graduating dental school, Dr. Richards was commissioned as a Captain into the United States Army Dental Corps. For three years, Dr. Richards and his family were stationed in Bavaria, Germany. He and his family loved their time in Europe and were sad to leave. The Army then moved his family back across the world to Washington State where he finished up his Army service.Although not a native to Tennessee, Dr. Richards, and his family are thrilled to establish some roots in Knoxville. Dr. Richards loves traveling, eating great food, and staying active to keep up with his four kids.

Dr. Hubbell Williams received his undergraduate degree from Georgetown College. He attended the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry and graduated in 2008. He has practiced in Knoxville since graduating from dental school.

Dr. Davis graduated from the University of TN College of Dentistry in Memphis in 1993. He spent 3 years in the Indian Health Service on the Navajo reservation in AZ and at the Cherokee reservation in NC. Afterwards, he moved to Knoxville and had his private practice for 18 years. He joined Knoxville Dental Center in 2014.

Dr. Eades grew up in central Kentucky. He attended the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry and then served for four years as a US naval officer before settling in Knoxville in 2004. He and his wife Jodi have two children and enjoy hiking, camping, gardening, and travel.