Dr. James Plaisted was born and raised in Tullahoma, Tennessee. He attended Wofford College in South Carolina where he graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Biology. Dr. Plaisted was a member of the baseball team during his time at Wofford College. Following graduation, Dr. Plaisted attended the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and earned his doctorate degree in dental surgery. Throughout his academic career, Dr. Plaisted excelled in clinic and was selected as a member of the Advanced Prosthodontics program during his final year of dental school.
Dr. Plaisted has experience working in a variety of clinics that have led to exceptional training in all areas of General Dentistry. His diverse skill set allows him to address simple fillings, complex full mouth restorations, and anything in between. He participates regularly in continuing education courses to constantly refine his craft and offer comprehensive treatment planning and application of contemporary procedures. Dr. Plaisted and his wife, Chelynne, have two dogs: a German Shepherd named Rowdy and an Australian Shepherd named Summitt. During his free time, Dr. Plaisted enjoys spending time with family and friends, hiking, kayaking, and playing fetch with his dogs.