Dr. Dana Rust, Dr. Jeff Phillips and Dr. Brady Hull are proud to provide the community of Oak Ridge, TN with exceptional dental care. Our dentists are highly skilled and have participated in advanced continuing education that allows them to take on even the most complicated dental cases. Our goal is to ensure your comfort while helping you achieve the oral health and aesthetics you desire.
Our practice has been serving patients for over 35 years, and many of our team members have worked together for a long time, giving us a family feel that you don’t often find at a dental office. Learn more about our dentists and team members below so you’ll feel right at home as soon as you arrive.
Dana Rust
Dentist
Dr. Dana Rust takes great pride in the quality care he provides to his patients. Always mindful of each individual's goals and comfort, Dr. Rust provides treatment options and discusses each one in detail to help patients make the best choice for long-term stability, function and aesthetics. Dr. Rust is highly aware of the stress and anxiety that many patients have when visiting the dentist and does his best to ease their apprehension. To ensure the best experience for his patients, Dr. Rust explains the steps and what to expect during and following treatment.
Dr. Rust is an Oak Ridge High School graduate and continued his education at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville where he graduated with highest honors with a degree in Microbiology. He attended dental school at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, where he graduated with high honors and was inducted into several honorary societies for his excellence in the field of dentistry. Dr. Rust enjoys keeping up with the latest materials and technology and makes continuing education a priority in order to provide his patients with the best treatment outcomes.
Dr. Rust's hobbies include raising his three active boys, UT sports, marathon and ultra trail running.
Jeff Phillips
Dentist
Dr. Jeff Phillips is a well known and respected dentist in Oak Ridge, TN. His primary goals for his patients are excellent oral health, comfort, and aesthetics. With more than 40 years of experience, Dr. Phillips has enhanced and restored many smiles in our area, from general maintenance to complete cosmetic makeovers. Dr. Phillips’ sense of beauty and artistry is recognized by both his patients and colleagues.
Dr Phillips enjoyed science and received a B.S. in Chemistry from Middle Tennessee State University and completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of Tennessee , Memphis. He continually strives to enhance his knowledge of current dental procedures by attending continuing education courses and hands-on seminars on a regular basis.
Dr. Phillips is a longtime member of the Oak Ridge Rotary Club and serves on an advisory board for the Dental Hygiene program at Roane State Community College. He is a member of the Second District Dental Society, Tennessee Dental Association and the American Dental Association. He has participated in Remote Area Medical and a mission trips to Uganda and India.
Living and raising his family in Oak Ridge has been a wonderful experience for Dr. Phillips. He has been married to Kathy for over 40 years, has two grown children, Julie and David, and six grandchildren. Dr. Phillips and his family like to travel and be on the lake. Dr. Phillips enjoys hiking, mountain biking, skiing, history, and reading.
Brady Hull
Dentist
Dr. Brady Hull is a Oak Ridge native who attended Linden, Robertsville, and Oak Ridge High School. Dr Hull completed his Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) at ATSU Missouri. He is excited to be back in his hometown and able to care for the patients in our community.
He is married and lives in Knoxville. In his free time he enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling and playing golf.
Laura Bull
Front Office
I work in the front office, and I am one of the first smiling faces you'll see when you visit our practice. I can assist you with scheduling appointments and insurance questions.
Away from the office, my time is spent with family and friends. I love going to the lake, doing DIY projects, painting and traveling.
Julia Guettner
Front Office
I will be one of the first people you meet in the front office and would love to assist you with scheduling appointments, answering insurance questions or any other help you may need. I appreciate the connections that I have made with patients and enjoy building personal relationships with them.
Ronda Patterson
Dental Assistant/Front Desk
I have been in dentistry for over 30 years and assisted Dr Phillips 15 of those years. You may see me at the front desk helping with appointments and check out, or in the back assisting Dr Phillips with restorative work. I love helping patients and I cherish the friendships that I have made with them throughout the years.
Outside of the office I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and of course Mr. Jagger, my four-legged American Eskimo hyper child!
Pam Stanner
Dental Hygienist
My personal objective has always been to provide patients with the highest quality of dental care, comfort, and attention, while reducing the fear of visiting the dentist. I believe in a gentle approach, have a genuine caring nature, and the ability to ensure patients are involved during treatment resulting in trusted friendships that have extended through many families. I have worked in this dental practice for more than 27 years and am honored and proud to be part of a team that provides the level of quality and care I believe makes the practice stand out among the rest.
Born and raised in Oak Ridge, I received my B.S. in Dental Hygiene in 1979 from the University of TN, Memphis with the highest honors.
I am married to my British born soul mate, Barry, and live in Lenoir City, together with my two beloved Vizsla dogs Katie and Luke, cat Whispurr, and Paso Fino horse Merlin. During my free time I enjoy traveling to different parts of the world, especially visiting the UK to see our extended family and grandchildren. I love to read and learn new things, and I enjoy music, hiking, and biking, I have attended numerous courses on healing practices and techniques for animals and humans, and am certified in several of these disciplines, notably Healing Touch for Animals- where I am a Level 1 instructor and the coordinator for Tennessee.
Connie Roehl
Dental Hygienist
I have practiced in dental hygiene for 47 years. I received my hygiene degree From East Tennessee State University in 1977. I have worked in Oak Ridge for the the last 26 years and have loved the friendships that I have made with my patients. Helping someone learn how to care for their teeth and make them at ease in the dental chair are top priorities for me. I love seniors and children who may be anxious due to health reasons or age- to give them a window of relaxation and ease in our office is my goal.
I have been married to my husband Bill for 44 years, and have 3 grown children, and 4 beautiful grandchildren. I reside in Powell with Bill and my cat Cosmo. In my spare time I love to play the piano at church and help those in need.
Denise Stidham
Dental Hygienist/Treatment Coordiantor
I have a degree in Biology from the University of VA and graduated from ETSU dental hygiene school with top honors. I have practiced dentistry since 1996 and worked at this office since 2003. I value educating the patient rather than blaming them for their issues, so that they will be prepared to address and improve their dental health. I believe that a patient should not be made to feel "shame" about their dental situation, everyone is a work in progress. It is not uncommon for life to "get in the way" of dental treatment or to get off track. The hardest part about getting back into the groove of regular dental checkups is walking back in the door. We can help you break treatment down into steps that you can take, over the next few weeks, months or years to get back to good dental health.
I love this office and all that work here. We are a work family, who cares about serving others, and even though we aren't perfect I promise we do try to be. If you are looking for an office that cares, then I hope we get to meet you soon.
I am blessed to have a wonderful husband and two great kids. My family travels as much as possible to hopefully achieve our goal of visiting and hiking all the National Parks. We have visited 29 U.S National Parks, and 4 Canadian National Parks so far. We love travel, soccer, wrestling, hiking, and boating.
Tesa Sherwood
Dental Hygienist
I have 15 years of experience in the dental profession. I was a dental assistant for eight years and went back to school at Roane State to become a dental hygienist. I enjoy meeting new people, taking care of my patients, and working with our friendly staff each day.
I live in Clinton, TN with my husband and two sons, who are my life!
Jamee Church
Dental Hygienist
I have been practicing dental hygiene since 2011. I love to get to know my patients personally so I can encourage them to obtain their dental goals.
I have been married since 2012 and have two sons and two cats. I love Disney World, helping families plan Disney vacations, Tennessee Athletics, trying new foods, spending time with family and friends, and being a "Swiftie".
Mercedes Mejia
Dental Hygienist
I have over 8 years of dental experience as both an assistant and dental hygienist. I received my dental hygiene degree from Roane State Community College in 2024. I love to educate and provide patients with high quality care to help them maintain a healthy oral cavity.
I was born in Mexico, but have lived most of my life in Loudon Tennessee. I love to workout, travel internationally, and spend time with my family.
I am bilingual and speak both English and Spanish.
Amanda Autry
Expanded Function Dental Assistant
I am a graduate of the dental learning center in Maryville and have been a registered dental assistant since 2011. Prior to working in the dental profession, I was a care giver for an assisted living home. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my family, hiking, cooking, and baking. I am very artistic and love to help our doctors create beautiful smiles.
Ruthie Rose
Dental Assistant
I graduated from Knoxville’s Ross Medical Education dental assisting program in 2022. I have always had an interest in dentistry and the impact it has on individuals and their self-confidence and overall health. I am very excited to be a part of this team and put my passion for people and dentistry to work. My desire is to provide excellent care to our patients daily.
I live in Roane County with my two children, and two dogs. We love fast cars, traveling, exploring and trying new recipes.
Raelee Barnette
Dental Assistant
I have been married since 2022. My husband and I have a daughter and one sweet doggo! I graduated with my RDA License in 2020. I have been with this practice since 2023. Growing up, I had extensive work done to my mouth, including 3 sets of braces and various mouth surgeries. I quickly learned that you're never fully dressed without a smile. I am so grateful for the dental teams that helped to create mine over the years and I strive to help others the way I was helped! I am very fortunate to work for a practice who genuinely cares about the health of their patients. I look forward to assisting you in creating the perfect smile for you!
Macy Freels
Dental Assistant
I have been an assistant since 2021 and have found a passion in meeting new people, making new friends and being part of a great dental team that helps people reach their goals of a healthy and happy smile. "You look most like Jesus when you're serving others", so I count it a great privilege to work here and do what I do.
Outside of work you can find me with my husband, and our two dogs Dolly and Oakley. We love to spend time with family, friends, and serve in our church. I personally enjoy doing calligraphy, reading and singing with my family. We reside in Morgan County and love where we live! I am thankful to live the life I do and to work with all the amazing people here.