Meet The Doctors.

DR. Dayton Dawson

Dayton Dawson DDS

Dr. Dawson graduated from Indiana University School of Dentistry in 2007, and has been practicing Dentistry since that time. Dr. Dawson started Dawson Family Dentistry in 2010 when he purchased his childhood dental practice. The practice has been in this current location for over 31 years. Since he began practicing dentistry, Dr. Dawson has kept up to date on many continuing educational classes, ensuring that his patients receive the most comprehensive and advanced dental care with the latest dental technology. Dr. Dawson currently resides in Brownsburg with his wife, three daughters, and three dogs. The girls keep him busy with sports practices and music lessons. You will be able to see some of the girls art work proudly displayed here in our office. The family enjoys relaxing on a nice sunny beach or hiking trails in the mountains for their vacations.

DR. HOlly

Holly A. Bradford, DMD

Dr. Bradford grew up in Avon and graduated from Avon high school in 2009. After graduating from IUPUI in 2013 with a Bachelor's degree in Biology, she moved to Kentucky to continue her dental education at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry. After graduating in 2017 she moved back to her hometown with her husband Nick, and has been with Dawson Family Dentistry ever since. Dr. Bradford grew up in the practice, even before Dr. Dawson took ownership - she even worked at the front desk for two summers before she started dental school! Dr. Bradford has a daughter and a son who keep her busy. As a family they enjoy swimming, bonfires, and hiking through local parks with their german shepherd Gonzo. Dr. Bradford is also trained in sign language (ASL Friendly Dentist).


Amy

Amy - Admin Team

I am the Business Manager here at Dawson Family Dentistry. I have worked the front desk for 10 years and with Dr. Dawson for 7 of those years. Working in Dentistry started for me at a young age. My father was a Dentist and my mother is a Hygienist; you can say dentistry is in my blood. I currently reside in Danville with my husband and three children. My oldest is an IUPUI graduate and the two little ones keep me on my toes!

judy

Judy - Operations Manager

I have worked in the dental field for 16 years and for Dr. Dawson for over 7 years. My training started through a program with the American Red Cross and the Navy in VA. I then continued my training on the job and at IU School of Dentistry. My husband, who served in the US Navy for 20 years, and I live in Danville with our pets. Our two children are married, one living locally and one in Arizona. I just became a grandma for the first time in the Fall of 2016.

Kelsey

Kelsey - Patient Coordinator

I graduated from IUPUI in 2013with a degree in Education. After graduating, I worked in accounting/finance industry for a few years. I have worked for Dawson family Dentistry for over 5 years now and love that it feels like a second family to me! I have 4 beautiful bonus daughters and a little boy with my husband.

Jeanna

Jeanna - Dental Assistant

I am an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant. I have worked for Dawson Family Dentistry since 2010. I have been an assistant since 1991. I started my training in a dental lab and continued through IU School of Dentistry, completing the expanded functions assisting program in 1996. I enjoy all aspects of being a dental assistant, especially being able to restore a patients smile to something they can be proud of. I live in Clayton with my three children. We enjoy sports and being outdoors.

Ashley

Ashley - Dental Assistant

I graduated from Kaplan College in 2011 with a EFDA degree. I grew up in Brownsvalley, IN and currently reside in Crawfordsville with my husband, Cory. We are huge animal lovers with asperations of owning our own farm.

Rhonda

Rhonda - Dental Hygienist

I am a Hygienist at Dawson Family Dentistry. I graduated in 1980 from Danville High School and IU School of Dental Hygiene, class of 1983. Caring for multiple generations is most rewarding and continues to inspire me. My husband and I have two daughters and a son who have quickly grown from diapers to graduate school and marriage. When time allows I enjoy cooking for family and friends, gardening, church activities, and serving my community.

Pam

Kassie Dental Hygienist

I am graduate of the university of southern Indiana where I received my bachelors of science in dental hygiene. I moved to the Avon area in the summer 2019. I have always had a passion for helping people smile and dentistry was the perfect profession for me. I look forward to getting to know all of my clients and growing with Dawson Family Dentistry.

Kristen

Kristin - Dental Hygienist

I graduated from Indiana University – South Bend with a degree in dental hygiene in 2009. I feel fortunate to work alongside Dr. Dawson & Dr. Bradford in helping people achieve their optimal health. I am extremely passionate in providing the highest level of care with the most up to date information and technology. If I’m not working directly with patients, you’ll find me researching or attending continuing education courses to ensure that I am providing care to the best of my capabilities. I absolutely love dentistry and I’m grateful that my “work” is something I truly enjoy. I reside in Brownsburg with my husband, Eric, and our two sons. Our family activity is our weekly family game night!

Alyssa

Alyssa - Dental Assistant/Admin

I am the newest EFDA at Dawson Family Dentistry. I enjoy all aspects of being a dental assistant, especially being able to restore a patient's smile to something they can be proud of. I cherish raising my little family with my fiancé. Together we have a busy toddler who keeps us very busy! In my free time, I enjoy trips to the zoo and camping.

Maria

Maria - Expanded Function Dental Assistant

I am an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant, and I joined Dawson Family Dentistry in October 2020. I graduated from the dental assisting program at IU School of Dentistry in 2007. I enjoy caring for patients and their smiles! I live in Plainfield with my husband, our four children, and our golden retriever. The kids keep us busy with sports and activities, and we love being outdoors and going camping.

Shayne

Shayne - Expanded Function Dental Assistant

Bio coming soon.

Leeann

Leeann - Dental Hygienist

Bio coming soon.

Our Philosophy

Genuine Care

At Dawson Family Dentistry, we care about our patients on a personal level. We will treat you as you want to be treated and make your needs a priority in everything we do. Our team truly cares about you.

Quality Dentistry

Dr. Dawson, Dr. Bradford and their team are highly skilled at what they do and will never settle for less when it comes to your oral health care. They offer each service at a high standard of quality and proudly stand behind their work.

Care for the Whole Family

The quality dentistry we provide extends beyond just adults. From infants to elderly, we treat the whole family! Our wide range of services begin at routine prevention but extend much further into more complex treatments. No matter your dental need, there’s a good chance we can meet it here!

Relaxing Environment

Did you know that some of our team members have been working for us for over 20 years? Not only will you enjoy familiar faces every time you visit, you will be treated like family and enjoy the comforts of a warm and welcoming environment. While working on your smile, we are good at helping our patients relax and feel at home.

Honest Recommendations

We genuinely have our patients’ best interests at heart. When diagnosing and recommending treatment, we offer honest recommendations and will explain all the details of your care in an easy-to-understand manner. If you are in need of a second opinion, we are happy to help! We strive to earn your trust.

Up-to-Date Technology

It is our commitment to always stay up to date with the latest dental technology so we can provide the absolute best care and most advanced treatments possible. Advanced technology ensures more accuracy, faster recovery and gentle treatments for you. We will continue to invest in it with your needs in mind.

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