Dr. Ammons graduated magna cum laude from Clemson University with a bachelor’s in chemical engineering. He then went on to attend the prestigious Medical University of South Carolina School of Dental Medicine, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree. After graduation, he completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at the Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center in Augusta, Georgia, where he focused on surgical placement and restoration of dental implants. Prior to opening his current practice, Dental by Design, Dr. Ammons was the owner and operator of a traveling dental implant service in the Charleston area.
As part of his commitment to providing the best care possible to his patients, Dr. Ammons completes an average of 200 hours of continuing education each year. He is also a member of the following professional organizations:
His proudest accomplishment is his beautiful family. Dr. Ammons and his wife, Melisse, have four boys – twins, Jeremiah and Elliot, Gideon, and Jude Sawyer.
Dr. Jay Hustead brings to the James Island office over 25 years of experience in cosmetic and comprehensive dentistry. As a third generation dentist, he followed both his father and grandfather to the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine where he received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree after receiving his Bachelor of Science degree from Penn State University.
While owning and operating large group practices in Maryland, Dr. Hustead also served as Dental Director for a regional dental insurance company. He found time to be one of the original founders of the Stanton Dental Center in Annapolis which was a free clinic for those less fortunate in need of dental care. Dr. Hustead participated with the Mission of Mercy in Maryland as well.
While practicing in Maryland, the Mayor of Annapolis awarded him the Mayor’s Citation for outstanding contribution in the field of dentistry and he was voted one of the Top 20 Dentists in Anne Arundel County, Maryland.
Dr. Hustead has always provided top quality care to his patients with the most current up-to-date dental technology including digital radiographs and digital impressions for scanning directly to the dental laboratories. His advanced training includes implants, endodontics (root canal therapy), and cosmetic crown and bridge.
He can also be found watching Nittany Lions Football. “We Are” – Penn State! Dr. Hustead is a member of:
When he is not practicing dentistry, Dr. Hustead and his wife Susan, enjoy their community in I’on with their two golden retrievers.
When Dr. Baker is enjoying her free time, she likes to travel and has a goal to visit all of the wonders of the world!
In his free time, his hobbies include soccer, volleyball, kickball, and fishing. He loves to spend time with his family and his border collie, Cooper.
Dr. Matthew Thomas was born in Royal Oak, Michigan and raised in Ortonville. He graduated from Brandon High School before completing his undergraduate studies at Adrian College, where he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology. While at Adrian College, Dr. Thomas played on the Varsity soccer team and was an active member of the Theta Chi fraternity. He went on to receive his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2017 from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry.
Since graduation, Dr. Thomas has invested time in continuing education with a focus on occlusion, oral surgery, and dental implants. He remains firmly committed to expanding his knowledge of dentistry and is currently taking classes at the Kois Center, the only continuing education program in the country conducting and publishing independent research.
Dr. Thomas was recognized as a 2019 and 2020 Top Dentist in Hour Detroit Magazine. He’s an active member of the American Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association, Oakland County Dental Society, and Academy of General Dentistry. He enjoys working with all age groups and is committed to building a lasting relationship with his patients that emphasizes trust and communication.
Dr. Thomas currently resides in Charleston, SC and enjoys spending time with his friends and family.
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