The perfect team — providing services with the intent of establishing lifelong relationships with our clients.
Dr. J. Wade Gaither DDS
Dr. Gaither was born in Murfreesboro, TN. His grandfather Dr. Joe Walker practiced dentistry in Murfreesboro for many years and since the age of five Dr. Gaither has wanted to be a dentist. Dr. Gaither attended Middle Tennessee Christian School, and Central Middle School. He graduated from Webb School in 1992 and the University of Tennessee in 1997. He received his D.D.S. from the University of Tennessee Center for the Health Sciences School of Dentistry in 2001. Dr. Gaither choose to further his education staying in Memphis an extra year and completed Advanced Education in General Dentistry program. After three years of post-graduate study Dr. Gaither was awarded a Certificate of Periodontics from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. While at this program Dr. Gaither had explicit training in periodontal disease management, cosmetic oral plastic surgery and dental implantology. He also completed a hospital rotation at the Veterans hospital in Birmingham in order to be certified to administer conscious sedation. Dr. Gaither has now returned to his home town and has opened a private practice. He is a leading provider of oral health treatment related to gum tissue and dental implants in the South. He is an active member in the community helping Murfreesboro not only grow, but become a place that our children will want to raise families. Dr. Gaither supports many local organizations.
The Webb School
Murfreesboro City Schools
Girl Scouts of Middle TN
St. Pauls Episcopal Church
Interfaith Dental
West Main Mission
Child Advocacy Center
Coldest Nights
The Journey Home
MCS Volunteer Soccer Coach
Jasmine Hughes, Dental Assistant
Leisure Activities: In my free time, I enjoy walks in nature, weight lifting, playing soccer, and painting.
Fun Fact: I am currently applying to dental schools!
How do you interact with patients? I assist with new patient exams and surgeries. I love meeting and interacting with all of our patients!
Favorite part about my job? Seeing the patients excited about their results!
Why do you love working with your Doctor? Dr. Gaither is an awesome teacher! He is always teaching me new things about the dental field and things that can help me in dental school.
Hannah Champion RDH, Surgical Hygienist
Leisure Activities: In my spare time, I like to long-board, play softball, and run long distance. I am very interested in learning new things. Recently, I have been learning balance tricks. You can often find me upside down, practicing handstands.
Fun Fact: I have a soft spot for all animals. As a child, my parents have always told me almost every month I would “save” a new animal I had found in the backyard. Whether it’s a toad, a turtle, rabbits, bees, and even a possum, I would try to pet them and/or take them in.
How do you interact with patients? I interact with patients by getting to know them. I don’t look at them as patients, but as friends and/or family. I love to listen to the stories they tell me. I have learned more from my patients than schooling will ever teach me.
Favorite part of the job? I feel very fortunate that I have the opportunity to be a surgical hygienist because it always keeps me on my toes. I don’t just get to clean teeth, but I get to assist during surgery, which makes work very interesting.
Why do you love working with your doctor? Dr. Gaither and I have very similar work ethics. We do not stand for anything less than perfection. He also makes work very enjoyable when we aren’t chair side. Dr. Gaither can sometimes be caught teaching me how to Ollie on my skateboard when we have downtime.
Fara Paul, Scheduling Coordinator, RDA
Leisure Activities: I enjoy spending time with my family, shopping, traveling, and crafting!
Fun Fact: I have a son and two golden doodles!
Favorite part about my job? I love meeting new people and being able to see their amazing results after treatment!
Why do you love working with your Doctor? Dr. Gaither is passion about Perio and he makes everyone feel comfortable. He listens to his patients and delivers exceptional treatment.
Casey Lewis, Treatment Coordinator & Insurance Specialist
Leisure Activities: I have a daughter who keeps me busy with fun outdoor activities. I also love seasonally decorating my home for every occasion and holiday.
Fun Fact: I have been singing since I was five years old. I have done many competitions with Generation for Creation, I was placed top 15 in The Next Rising Star of Tennessee, and I was a part of the Advanced Women’s Choir in high school.
How do you interact with patients?: I interact with patients by greeting them with a warm welcome as they come into the lobby. I enjoy seeing their positive expressions as I get to know each and every one of them before they walk back to their appointment.
Favorite part about my job?: The people! My coworkers, Susan, and Dr. Gaither are the best people I have ever met. The patients that come in are so amazing. I am so grateful for this positive work culture I am in.
Why do you love working with your Doctor? Dr. Gaither is such a kind person and just being around him is comforting. He has such a great personality that we and all of our patients love!
Kiara Mayes, Dental Assistant
Leisure Activities: I enjoy spending time with family and traveling. I also enjoy shopping!
Fun Fact: I’m from Michigan!
How do you interact with patients? By creating a welcoming and trusting experience!
Favorite part about my job? Seeing optimal results afterwards procedures!
Why do you love working with your Doctor? He’s very informative! Patient and has a comforting personality very thorough and precise with everything he does.
Susan Gaither, Office Administrator
Leisure Activities: Travel, tennis, and spending time with her husband and 2 daughters.
Fun Fact: I have sailed across the Gulf of Mexico.
How do you interact with patients? I mostly work behind the scene's but I love talk to people.
Favorite part of the job? Working with such an awesome doctor and support staff.
Why do you love working with your doctor? Seeing his love of Periodontal and overall health of his patients. He has impeccable attention to detail as well.