Meet the Newport Family Dental Care Team

Newport Family Dental Care offers an array of dental treatments and procedures in Newport, TN. With decades of experience and a passion for our profession, our team aims to deliver beautiful, healthier smiles while improving the general well-being of our patients.

"I Look Forward to Helping My Patients"

Dr. David Sutton has practiced dentistry in Newport, TN, since 1979. He genuinely enjoys his job and loves helping patients achieve excellent oral health. He also enjoys training the next generation of dentists.

Dr. David Sutton

Professional

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  • Tennessee Dental Practice License No. DS0000003463: received July 1979; Oral sedation 2003
  • General Practitioner in Newport, Tennessee since August 1979 to present
  • Partnership Practice with Dr. Martin Lunsford in Newport 1983 to 1991
  • Associateship with Dr. David Miranda 1992 to 1994, Dr. Jim Myers 1995 to 2001
  • Dr. Michael Brooks 2001 to 2003, and Dr. Marco Cid & Dr. Micah Westmorland 2004 to 2005
  • Newport Family Dental Care, P.C. President/employee 2001 to present
  • Clinical Practitioner with Dental Implants since 1983, Orthodontics since 1986, Air Abrasion since 1996, Cad/Cam Dentistry since 1998, Magnification Dentistry since 1999, Laser Dentistry (Hard & Soft Tissue) since 2005
  • Post Studies/graduate of Graduate of the United States Dental Institute (Orthodontics), 1987; Graduate of the Fifth Quarter Seminars, 2001; Graduate of Bicon Dental Implant “Sensible
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) 2004 to present
  • Associate Fellowship with the World Clinical Laser Institute, 2005
  • Certified Invisalign Orthodontics, 2006
  • Certification with the Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry, 2006
  • Certified CEREC Clinical Trainer 2012 to present

Personal Interests and Hobbies

  • Married 1979 to present to Linda Anderson
  • Two adult sons, Joseph and Thomas
  • Two grandsons, Anderson and Parker, and one granddaughter Ella
  • Avid bicyclist with best personal accomplishments finishing the BMB race (750 Miles)
  • Recreational runner with the accomplishment of finishing the Knoxville Marathon
  • Tennessee Tree Farmer of the Year 1990
  • Other interests include canoeing, hunting, fishing, and photography

"I'm Very Fortunate to Have Chosen Dentistry"

Dr. Joseph Sutton followed in his father's footsteps to become a dentist at Newport Family Dental Care in Newport, TN. Before joining his father's practice, he began his career as a dental officer in the United States Army. He is proud to use his skills in dentistry to help his patients.

Dr. Joseph Sutton

Dr. Joseph SuttonDr. Joseph Sutton has a passion for helping people improve and value their oral health to achieve their overall wellness. Preservation and restoration of the patient’s oral health is at the center of his clinical practice. Knowledge is the foundation for which all improvements happen. Dr. Sutton puts importance on educating patients of their oral health, and broadening his clinical skills through continuing education. Dr. Sutton values the relationship and trust built between patient and dentist.

Dr. Joseph Sutton is the oldest son of Dr. David Sutton. Dr. Joseph Sutton and his wife Anna have two sons and one daughter, Anderson, Parker, and Ella. Dr. Joseph Sutton majored in chemistry at Transylvania University and went to dental school at the University of Kentucky. Upon graduation, he served as a United States Army Dental Officer for five years. His first duty station for the Army was at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, where he enjoyed serving the dental needs of 82nd Airborne Division. He was then assigned to Landstuhl, Germany where he finished out his active duty Army career. At Landstuhl he was the officer in charge of his dental clinic and enjoyed the opportunity to take care of soldiers and their family members serving abroad. He continues his service to our country in the United States Army Reserve.

"I Love My Job"

At Newport Family Dental Care in Newport, TN, our team members care about you and your loved ones. Some of our assistants have been with our practice for decades, and they enjoy developing relationships with our patients. We hope you feel like part of our family when you visit our dental practice.

Meet Our Team

Freda Shaver
Freda Shaver

Brittany Fraley
Brittany Fraley

Debbie Thornton
Debbie Thornton

Tammy O'Dell
Tammy O'Dell

Sheila Owens
Sheila Owens

Sheila Coggins
Sheila Coggins

Sheila Coggins
Erin Porter

Lavonda Dover
Lavonda Dover

Melissa King
Melissa King

Nancy Sane
Nancy Sane

Kenzie Frasier
Kenzie Frasier

Cindy Layman
Cindy Layman

Cindy Layman
Abbey Rooker

Cindy Layman
Hunter Ball

Newport Family Dental Care

Newport Family Dental Care

The experienced dental team at Newport Family Dental Care provides a wide range of treatments. Our dentists are affiliated with a number of highly respected professional associations, including:

  • Academy of Biomimetic Dentistry
  • American Academy for Oral Systemic Health
  • Academy of General Dentistry
  • International Congress of Oral Implantologists

We invite you to schedule an appointment at our Newport, TN, dental office, by contacting us online or calling (423) 623-1307

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