Dr. Bell is recognized by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry as a board-certified pediatric dentist. Dr. Bell is a native Texan and received her Bachelor of Art degree from the University of Texas at Austin. She attended Baylor College of Dentistry and received her Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2002. Following dental school, she completed a two-year residency in pediatric dentistry at Baylor College of Dentistry, Childrens Medical Center of Dallas and Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children.

Dr. Clapp is recognized by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry as a board-certified pediatric dentist. Dr. Clapp grew up in Iowa, where he received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Wartburg College in 1995 and his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Iowa in 1999. Following dental school, he completed a two-year residency in pediatric dentistry at Baylor College of Dentistry, Childrens Medical Center of Dallas and Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children.

Dr. Nelson is recognized as a board certified pediatric dentist by the American Board of Pediatric Dentists. Originally from Arlington, Texas, she always knew she wanted to make a difference in the lives of children. Dr. Nelson graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology in 2008. She achieved her Doctor of Dental Surgery from Baylor College of Dentistry in 2012 and completed a two year residency in 2014 for a Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry at Baylor College of Dentistry, serving children at Childrens Medical Center of Dallas and Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children. Dr. Nelson is an active member of Highland Park United Methodist Church and enjoys reading, being outdoors with friends and family, and traveling with her husband, Kevin.

Dr. Shah is a board certified Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. In addition to private practice, Dr. Shah is an Assistant Clinical Professor at Baylor College of Dentistry, where she trains residents and dental students in clinical pediatric dentistry. Dr. Shah was raised in the San Francisco Bay Area. She received her Bachelor of Science at UC, Davis and her Doctor of Dental Surgery at University of the Pacific, San Francisco. She completed her Certificate of Pediatric Dentistry and Specialty Residency Program at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center, and St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, Memphis.

Dr. Smith is originally from Ormond Beach, Florida. She earned her bachelors and Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Florida. It was during dental school that she realized treating children was the best part of dentistry. She completed a pediatric dental residency at the University of Tennessee where she served as Chief Resident her final year. During her training, Dr. Smith treated children at LeBonheur Children's Medical Center, Crittenden Regional Hospital and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Dr. Smith is an active member of the dental community. She maintains membership with the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association and the Texas Dental Association. In her spare time she enjoys adventures from traveling to exploring new parks with her golden retriever, Elton.

Micah is our Office Manager and a registered dental assistant. She has a passion for pediatric dentistry. She started working at her grandfathers pediatric dental office in 1998. It was there that she met Dr. Clapp during his residency. She went on to obtain her Bachelor of Arts in Biology at the University of North Texas. During that time, she began working for Dr. Clapp at his own private practice. And she never left! She has been working with this team since 2003. She lives in Whitesboro with her husband and son.

Kalin is one of our superstar Dental Hygienists. She attended Texas Women's University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene in 2006 and joined our team in 2007. Kalin grew up in Gainesville and now resides nearby with her husband and two sons on their farm. When Kalin is not at work, you can usually find her watching her boys play sports. Kalins two boys love to spend their weekends playing baseball and football.

Gladys is a Registered Dental Assistant. She has been a part of our team since 2004! Gladys is our lead treatment assistant. She is amazing at making the kids feel safe and comfortable while getting a cavity fixed. Gladys grew up in Gainesville and is still part of the community here with her family. She loves working with children and always helps the kids have a great experience at the dentist.

Amy is a Registered Dental Assistant. She became a dental assistant in 2008 and has loved being a part of the NTCD team since 2009! She lives on a farm in Bonita with her family. She spends her free time caring for her daughter and all their many farm animals! She is wonderful with all the kids we see at NTCD.

Britney is a registered dental assistant. She joined our team in 2013 and she loves working with the kids in our office! She was raised in Whitesboro and still resides there with her husband, and two beautiful children. Britney graduated from S&S High School in 2007 and received her RDA from Paris Junior College. She is an active member of her church, FBC Whitesboro. She enjoys spending time with her family, shopping, and traveling!

Kelbie is our other superstar Dental Hygienist. She graduated from Texas Womens University with a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene in 2016. She resides in Gainesville with her husband Cason, daughter Emmie, and dog Stella! In her spare time she loves shopping and traveling.

Mayra is a registered dental assistant and one of our administrative assistants. She joined our team in 2015. Mayra enjoys working in several areas of our office and that's just what she does! You'll see Mayra at the check-out desk and in the clinical area where she loves to help out with your little babies. Mayra lives in Gainesville with her husband and daughter. She enjoys going shopping, spending time with her family and friends, and enjoys watching the DALLAS COWBOYS!!

Laura joined the NTCD team in June of 2016. She is one of our administrative assistants. Laura lives in Gainesville but she is originally from New Mexico and often sneaks away to visit her family. Laura has three daughters that keep her very active and entertained. In her free time she hangs out with friends and binge watches Netflix series.

Josie is a Registered Dental Assistant. She graduated from Wichita Falls Dental Assistant School in 2019. She has been a part of the NTCD team since May of 2019. She loves making your childs dental experience easy and fun! Josie resides in Nocona with her husband. In her free time she enjoys being with her nieces and dog, Bentley.

Arecely is a registered dental assistant. And she began her dental journey in our office during her clinical rotations. After Arecely was done with her training here, we knew we had to have her! She has been working with our office full time since the Summer of 2020. Arecely was born and raised and currently residing in Gainesville, where she enjoys spending time with her family and friends.

Flor is our administrative assistant and she will be the first one to see when you arrive. Flor lives in Nocona with her husband and daughter. One of her passions is traveling. She is working on traveling all over the United States with her family. She also enjoys baking sweets with her daughter.