Dr. Woodruff, a dedicated Georgia Bulldog, graduated cum laude from the University of Georgia in 1980 with a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry. He was a member of the Golden Key International Honour Society and the Alpha Epsilon Delta and Sigma Nu fraternities. Dr. Woodruff attended the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University, graduating in 1984. He began practicing dentistry in July of 1984 and he has enjoyed seeing his practice grow and serving the people of his community. He has developed strong and trusting relationships with his patients because of his integrity and excellence in dental care. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Georgia Dental Association and the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation.
Dr. Woodruff is an avid runner, hunter and fisherman. He became an Eagle Scout before the age of 13 and enjoyed being the scoutmaster for Morgan County for many years. Dr. Woodruff also served on the District Scouting Committee thereafter. He is an active member in the community, where he is a member of the First United Methodist Church, the Morgan County Chamber of Commerce and the Madison-Morgan Cultural Center. Dr. Woodruff and his wife, Beth, have three daughters (Leslie, Jill and Victoria); three grandsons (Brooks, Brody and Benjiman); and two granddaughters (Lily and Lyla).
Excellence in dentistry begins with a careful co-diagnosis and treatment plan to establish the goals we will achieve together. Communication and long-term relationships are important to us. Let us know what is on your mind and ask questions! We will help you see that an investment in yourself pays dividends for a lifetime.
Kari is one of our registered dental hygienists. She joined our team in November 2017. Kari graduated from Clayton State University in 1998, earning her bachelors degree in English and historical literature, and associate degree in dental hygiene (RDH). Kari has practiced dental hygiene for over 20 years in Covington, Atlanta and Madison. She enjoys keeping up to date with new studies and technologies in the dental health field. Her main goals are to educate her patients while helping them feel at home, providing a pain-free, thorough and comfortable cleaning. She is committed to listening to her patients concerns and planning for a healthy future. Kari and her husband were both born and raised in the Texas Hill Country. They moved to Georgia in 1991 and have enjoyed all the outdoor activities that Georgia has to offer!
Renee is one of our registered dental hygienists. She joined our team in May 2017. She graduated from Valdosta State University in 2010 with her dental hygiene degree. She practiced in general and periodontal offices around the metro Atlanta area prior to joining our office. Renee has a passion for helping her patients achieve the best oral health possible. Renee and her husband live in Rutledge with their son, Carter, and their two dogs, Toby and Munson. When out of the office, she enjoys spending time with family at the lake, baking, gardening and cheering on the Bulldogs and Falcons!
Valerie joined our staff as a dental assistant in 1994. She has received her Expanded Duties of Dental Assistant Certificate through the Georgia Dental Association and is CPR certified. She has also attended numerous continuing education seminars to broaden her knowledge and skills. Valerie resides in Rutledge with her husband, Wes. She has one daughter, Brittany, and two grandchildren, Riley and Jackson. She enjoys reading, being outdoors, fishing and spending time with family and friends.
Meet the newest member of our team Hattie. She joined our team in July 2021 with the greatest enthusiasm to learn dentistry from the ground up. She was born and raised in Morgan County. She lives in Rutledge with her fianc and her daughter, Emberly. When she is not learning all there is to know about dentistry, she loves being outside and riding dirt roads and hanging out with her amazing family. She thanks God every day for all that she has!