Meet The Team

At the core of our dental practice is a friendly team of professionals that are dedicated to your utmost comfort and optimal oral health.  We view each patient as a unique individual, and tailor each treatment to your specific needs.  As part of our commitment to providing close, personalized attention to every patient, we want to encourage patient communication.  Please know that we are here to provide outstanding patient care, and that we value the trust you have placed in us.

As your dental health professionals, we want you to be confident knowing that we are a team of highly trained and skilled clinicians. We pride ourselves in providing the care you need to keep your smile healthy.

To give you the best possible service and results, we are committed to continual education and learning. We attend dental lectures, meetings, and dental conventions to stay informed of new techniques, the latest products, and the newest equipment that a modern dental office can utilize to provide state-of-the-art dental care. Also, being members of various professional dental associations helps us to stay abreast of the changes and recommendations for our profession.

Dr. Dale Stone

Lavonia Family Dentistry
Dale L. Stone, DMD LLC

Dr. Stone is a native of South Carolina. He graduated from Aiken High School in 1970, and the University of South Carolina in 1974. Dr. Stone graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina - College of Dental Medicine in 1977. 

Dr. Stone has practiced General Dentistry in Lavonia since 1977. He is pleased to be helping patients from new family members up to third generations. He is happy to work with long-time employees who enjoy each other and enjoy helping others. Dr. Stone says, "We don't have jobs, we have fulfilling careers." 

Dr. Stone's professional organizations include membership in:
-American Dental Association
-Georgia Dental Association 
-Eastern District Dental Association

On the personal side, Dr. Stone is a firm believer in faith in God, family, and fitness. Dr Stone and his wife, Pam, have two wonderful daughters who are married to terrific sons-in-law and have blessed them with two (soon to be three) beautiful grandchildren.   Dr. Stone says with a big smile, “We are thoroughly enjoying the fun and excitement of being grandparents!”

Faith and service include:
-Christian and active member of First Baptist Church
-Franklin County Gideon
-Lavonia Lions Club


Cammie Bentley

Office Manager

Cammie has been in the dental field since 1995 and has worked with Dr. Stone for over 20 years. She is the first smiling face to greet you when you walk into our office and she assists in the back of the office when needed.

Cammie is the person that will battle your insurance company, squeeze you into an appointment you need, and answer the hard phone questions you may have.  She coordinates our busy day and keeps all of us on the same page. Cammie is a very helpful and pleasant person that tries to help each individual patient. 

Cammie graduated from Franklin County High School and Truett McConnell College. She has a daughter, Taylor, in college. She loves staying active and busy with her family and friends. Cammie enjoys her job and meeting and serving others.



Julie Hand

Registered Dental Hygienist

Julie has been with our practice since 1996. She graduated from Augusta University (formerly MCG) with an Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene. 

Julie enjoys caring for her patients with a gentle, thorough touch and a smile! In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her grown daughter Hayley, husband Erik and two adorable pugs Oscar and Zoey. 

Ashley Bridges

Registered Dental Hygienist

Ashley Bridges is a recent and welcome addition to our staff. She has been practicing dental hygiene for 12 years since graduating from Athens Technical College in 2007. She enjoys getting to know and building relationships with her patients. 

She was raised and lives in Hartwell, GA. Ashley is the mother to 2 beautiful girls. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her girls and her family.

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