The Farmerville office was purchased in June of 2007 by Dr.Costello from Dr. Tommy Ward. A year and a half later the other side of the building owned by Dr. William Roberts was purchased by Dr. Costello. The entire dental office was remodeled by Dr. Costello and Farmerville Dental was born. The practice flourished and Dr. Costello hired Dr.DanielRaymond in 2009. In 2011, Dr. Raymond bought in as partner.
In November of 2011, Dr. Costello and Dr. Raymond bought an existing practice in Dr. Costellos home town of Oak Grove, and Oak Grove Dental was born. As needs grew for a dental office performing all aspects of dentistry under one roof, Dr. Costello and Dr. Raymond bought the practice of Dr. Sam Trinca and Dr. David Barker in Monroe, and Monroe Dental was born.
In 2014, all three offices names were changed to NELA Dental. In 2015, Dr. Emily Wilhite joined the Monroe office and works part time at the Farmerville office. RyanRachal,D.D.S. joined the NELA Dental team in 2017.
After graduation from Kilbourne High School and Northeast Louisiana University, Dr. Costello received his doctorate from LSU School of Dentistry in 2005. He is a member of American Academy of Implant Dentistry, Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Association and Northeast Louisiana Dental Association. He completed the MCG/AAID Comprehensive Training Course in Implant Dentistry in 2009
Costellos most recent achievement happened in 2018 when he became a board certified diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry (ABOI/ID). The American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry Diplomate (ABOI/ID) designation symbolizes the highest level of competence in implant dentistry. Dr. Vance Costello is the only practicing dentist in North Louisiana with the ABOI/ID board certification, and one of only four ABOI/ID Diplomates in all of Louisiana. Certification by the ABOI/ID attests to the fact that a dentist has demonstrated knowledge, ability, and proficiency in implant dentistry through a rigorous examination process. Costello worked tremendously hard for nearly a decade to achieve this prestigious designation. In addition to this accreditation, Dr. Costello has completed the American Academy of Implant Dentistrys Comprehensive MaxiCourse and is Fellow of the AAID. Also, hes an instructor with Advanced Implant Educators (AIE) and Implant Know-How.
Dr. Raymond grew up in Monroe, Louisiana where he attended St. Frederick High School and received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Louisiana at Monroe. While enrolled at ULM, he was a member of the Warhawk Baseball team playing catcher and first base
He graduated from LSU School of Dentistry in 2009. Dr. Raymond is a member of the American Dental Association, Louisiana Dental Association, Northeast Louisiana Dental Association, and a Fellow of the American and International Dental Association.
Dr. Raymond is married to Sarah Taylor Raymond and has three beautiful children, Caroline, William, and Lizzie Jane. Dr. Raymond is an avid duck hunter and enjoys training his two Labrador retrievers. He also enjoys spending time with his family.
Dr. Mary Webster Rachal is placing her roots deeper into the community she grew up in! She is a Neville High School Alumn and former valedictorian. Mary didn’t travel far for college, she attended the University of Louisiana at Monroe receiving her Bachelors of Science. She later obtained her doctorate degree from LSU School of Dentistry. Mary is an active member of the American Dental Association, Louisiana Dental Association, and the Northeast Louisiana Dental Association. You can catch Mary at the Monroe office
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newest oldest highest lowestMelissa Garner
2 years ago
Such an Amazing staff! Very prompt and made sure I was okay multiple times..Friendly faces and voices make for such a sweet experience. I would highly recommend NELA Dental in Farmerville, La
Elizabeth Robbins
2 years ago
The staff is very sweet and the Dentist who worked on me was very funny and kept me entertained during the procedure. 100% recommended
M W
3 years ago
I give it 5 stars. NELA Dental has the best service in town.
jacob nabors
3 years ago
Good dentist office
M W
3 years ago
I give it 5 stars. NELA Dental has the best service in town.
Michael Huffman
3 years ago
I am so thankful for NELA Dental. I am also thankful for Dr. Watson and the staff for the professionalism and the compassion you see evertime you go in the doors. To me there is no other option than NELA Dental in Farmerville. Thank you once again!
jacob nabors
4 years ago
Good dentist office
Michael Huffman
4 years ago
I am so thankful for NELA Dental. I am also thankful for Dr. Watson and the staff for the professionalism and the compassion you see evertime you go in the doors. To me there is no other option than NELA Dental in Farmerville. Thank you once again!
S*K Tucker
4 years ago
Amazing dentist and assistance!! All very polite and nice and go above and beyond! I will be back
Chastity Gordon
4 years ago
Very. Nice and clean .best. I have been too. In a long. Time. , just. Love everyone. That. Works. There. You. Get all. The care you need. In one place. Best. Dentist ever. .. walking in is like. Friendly and. Family environment. Yell. Should. Check it. Out. Most of all. They. Really. Get. To know you. And your needs.
S*K Tucker
5 years ago
Amazing dentist and assistance!! All very polite and nice and go above and beyond! I will be back
Chastity Gordon
5 years ago
Very. Nice and clean .best. I have been too. In a long. Time. , just. Love everyone. That. Works. There. You. Get all. The care you need. In one place. Best. Dentist ever. .. walking in is like. Friendly and. Family environment. Yell. Should. Check it. Out. Most of all. They. Really. Get. To know you. And your needs.
Tracy Littleton
5 years ago
This is best place Ever.
Terri Anding
5 years ago
Dr. Raymond is the greatest. Makes you feel so relax, and keeps you informed. All the girls are always so friendly.
Tracy Littleton
6 years ago
This is best place Ever.
Terri Anding
6 years ago
Dr. Raymond is the greatest. Makes you feel so relax, and keeps you informed. All the girls are always so friendly.
Vickie Harrelson
6 years ago
Very happy with my dental visit today, it was painless and everyone was so friendly...would highly recommend this dental practice.
Vickie Harrelson
7 years ago
Very happy with my dental visit today, it was painless and everyone was so friendly...would highly recommend this dental practice.
Ericka Powell
7 years ago
I have bad anxiety going to dentist. I have been to Apple and peach tree and had bad experiences but at nela dental they made me feel so relaxed and comfortable. I was very impressed. The lady that did the numbing shots was so nice and put me at ease!!! They took good care of me and I would recommend them to everyone!
Ericka Powell
8 years ago
I have bad anxiety going to dentist. I have been to Apple and peach tree and had bad experiences but at nela dental they made me feel so relaxed and comfortable. I was very impressed. The lady that did the numbing shots was so nice and put me at ease!!! They took good care of me and I would recommend them to everyone!
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