James A. Stakias, DDS
- Completed DDS degree at University of Tennessee College of Dentistry in Memphis, TN
- Earned BS degree at East Tennessee State University in Johnson City
- Completed prosthodontic internship at Navy Dental Regional Center in Camp Lejeune, NC
- Retired commander, US Naval Dental Corps
- Currently a member of American Dental Association, Tennessee Dental Association, 1st District Dental Society, Kingsport Study Club
- Has been practicing dentistry in Kingsport since 1982
- Specializes in family and cosmetic dentistry
- Practice philosophy: Delivery of quality dental care for an affordable fee
- Favorite thing about dentistry: The ability to increase a patient’s self-esteem through cosmetic dentistry, and the establishment of long-term relationships
- Native of Asheville, NC
- Has lived in Kingsport since 1982
- Currently involved in the following community organizations: Colonial Heights, Methodist Church, Kingsport, Downtown Rotary Club, Habitat for Humanity
Jon A. Mather, DDS
- Completed BS degree at University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, AL
- Completed DDS degree at University of Tennessee in Memphis, TN
- Completed general practice residency at U.T. Hospital in Knoxville, 1979-80
- Currently a member of: ADA, TDA, 1st District Dental, Kingsport Dental Study Club, the East TN Academy of Dental Practice Administration, Friends in Need Dental Clinic
- Has been practicing dentistry for 35 years, since 1980
- Native of Kingsport, TN
- Leisure activities: running, hiking, backpacking, fishing, water skiing, snow ski, track official, cross country official
- Dental activities: past president of Kingsport Dental Society
- Past chairman of the Friends In Need Dental Committee
- Practice philosophy: my childhood dentist, Dr. Pope Johnson, inspired me to become a dentist with his good humor, friendliness, and positive attitude. He always seemed to enjoy being at work, and he loved being around people
David A. Mather, DDS
- Completed BS degree at University of Tennessee at Knoxville, TN
- Completed DDS degree at University of Tennessee at Memphis, TN
- Currently a member of American Dental Association, Tennessee Dental Association, and Academy of General Dentistry
- Dean’s Honor Society at University of Tennessee College of Dentistry
- Published research paper on DNA studies while a student at University of Tennessee
- Attained rank of Eagle Scout
