Our Team is Your Team

Dwight McLaurin, DDS

Dr. Dwight McLaurin graduated from the University of Texas-Dental branch in 1970. He served in the United States Army from 1970-1973. In 1973, he became partners with Dr. Robert Smith and opened his own practice in 1990. He served on the Georgia Board of Dentistry from 1990-1996 and was a member of the Columbus Jaycees and Toast Masters Club. He is currently a member of the Quarterback Club, the Western District Dental Society, the American Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry. He has two children, Scott and Michelle, who both live in Columbus. He and his wife Donna attend Wynnbrook Baptist church. Dr. McLaurin also has an additional office located in Buena Vista, Georgia. You can make an appointment to be seen on Saturday by calling 229-649-7332.

Scott McLaurin, DMD

Dr. Scott Oliver McLaurin was born at Fort Benning, Georgia. He grew up in Columbus where he attended Brookstone High School. He received a Bachelors of Science from Tulane University and his Doctorate in Dental Medicine from the Medical College of Georgia. Since he moved back to Columbus in June of 2001, he has been involved in several clubs and organizations including the Georgia Dental Association, The Academy of General Dentistry, The Diabetes Advisory Committee, The Rotary Club, The Chamber of Commerce and the Quarterback club.

Dr. Scott has advanced education on TMJ disorders from The Pankey Institute as well as courses on Traumatic injuries, root canals and esthetics.

Laura, his wife, is a Family Nurse Practitioner student at Troy State University. They are both members of First Baptist Church of Columbus. Laura is a nurse practitioner now, she has graduated and had their first child Gabrielle.

Support Team

One of the most remarkable things about our staff is the number of years we've been working together. For example, unlike today's fast-paced, high-turnover workplaces, our front desk person has been with us since 1982. She knows every patient by name, and remembers the little details about each one's individual situation! And that's exactly the kind of treatment we all give to all our patients: personalized and professional, making your concerns our concerns. We hope you'll enjoy getting to know us as much as we enjoy getting to know you.

Joann Joann has worked for Dr. McLaurin since 1980 and loves golf, gardening and her 1st grandchild. She also loves all of her co-workers.
Pam - Clinical Supervisor Pam has been one of Dr. McLaurin's assistants since 1991. She served 4 1/2 years in the Army before joining the team of fine professionals. She loves photography and traveling and can talk to you about everything.
Janice Janice graduated from Columbus College in 1977 and has been with Dr. McLaurin ever since. She loves all of her patients and watching the children grow up and bring their children in to our practice.
Rachel - Dental Hygienist Rachel graduated from Columbus College in 1976 and had been a dental hygienist ever since. She has two children, and she enjoys working at our office because of the great opportunities and challenges.
Pam S. - Dental Hygienist Pam graduated from Columbus College in 1979 and since then has been a dental hygienist. "I like to work here because I feel that the patients will be well taken care of by everyone. I know that I can trust the doctors to treat all of my patients just like they treat my parents.
Annette - Dental Assistant Annette is Dr. Scott’s new assistant. She is new to the area but not to dentistry. She has over 20 years experience and loves people and working here.
Debbie J. Is a welcomed addition to the front office. Debbie is married and has 2 children and one grandson on the way.
Sharon Is one of  Dr. Mclaurin’s Assistants She works in Buena Vista and Columbus, Sharon is married and has a beautiful granddaughter
Jamie G Jamie is an Assistant in Columbus and Buena Vista, Jamie is Married and has two children.
Georgette C. Is a new addition to the Hygiene Department. Georgette lives in Lagrange, Ga. And loves to drive to Columbus to see her patients everyday.