Thomas W. Bell Jr., DDS & Edward G. Covert, Jr., DDS

At the core of our dental practice is a friendly team of professionals that are dedicated to your utmost comfort and optimal oral health.  We view each patient as a unique individual, and tailor each treatment to your specific needs. 

As part of our commitment to providing close, personalized attention to every patient, we want to encourage patient communication.  Please know that we are here to provide outstanding patient care, and that we value the trust you have placed in us.

                                       

  Ruth

My name is Ruth and I am Dr. Bell's Senior Dental Hygienist. I have worked with Dr. Bell since I graduated from Coastal Carolina Community College in May of 1990. My husband and I have been married for 15 years and we have 3 handsome boys between us. We love fishing, boating, camping and going on day trips together. My favorite part of working in dentistry is teaching people how to keep their teeth for a lifetime.

 

Beth

My name is Beth. I am a native of Onslow County. I earned an Associate in Applied Science in Dental Hygiene from Coastal Carolina Community College, and a Bachelor of Science from Mount Olive College. I have been a hygienist with Dr. Bell's practice since 1990. My favorite aspect other than my personal mission to educate and meet the dental needs of patients; is building a relationship with patients - both personally and professionally. I love the way patients educate me in return! They share such valuable information about themselves. It enables us to work together for maximum health and benefit. In my spare time I enjoy relaxing with my husband and son. I also enjoy shopping, traveling, reading, and interacting with children.

 

Tina

Hello, my name is Tina. I am the Hygiene Appointment Coordinator and Receptionist. I have been in dentistry since 1997. I have been happily married since 1998 to my best friend. We enjoy spending our extra time together with our four children. The thing I enjoy most about dentistry is knowing I had a part in someone having a beautiful and healthier smile.

 

Tara

Hi, my name is Tara. I am the Doctor's Appointment Secretary for Dr. Bell and Dr. Covert's office. I became a part of this wonderful family in September 2007. I enjoy my job, because I not only get to meet new people every day, but I also get to help them achieve their dental goals as well. In my spare time, I'm full of life and love to laugh. I enjoy relaxing with my husband and two boys, camping, and hosting barbeques. I just love being around people! I look forward to meeting you and seeing your beautiful smile, as well as helping you achieve your oral health goals. I know that you will be as happy here as I am.

 

Jennifer

Hi. My name is Jenn. I am the Hygiene Co-therapist. I assist the hygienists in helping you have a bright and healthy smile. I have lived in North Carolina all of my life. I grew up in Sneads Ferry and now live just outside of Jacksonville. I graduated from Coastal Carolina Community College in 2005 as a Certified Dental Assistant. I have been working with this wonderful office since October 2005. In my spare time I love to go to the beach, take walks with my dog, watch my nephew's soccer games, and just spend time with my family. I hope to add you to our family in this wonderful practice as well.

 

Rayshal

Hi, my name is Rayshal and I am Dr. Bell and Dr. Covert's Senior Dental Assistant. I graduated from Coastal Carolina Community College in 2008 and I started working for this amazing office while in my last semester of my Dental Assisting Program. On October 23, I married my best friend and love of my life, Will and we have a "fur-child" together name MiMi. We are both "locals" and have lived in Jacksonville our whole lives. With my free time I enjoy being with my husband in the sun! I like to surround myself with my friends and family and have a good time! I get the most enjoyment out of my job when meeting new people every day and developing a relationship with them. We form friendships in our office, we always put the patient first and our greatest pleasure is seeing those beautiful smiles! I hope to meet you soon!

 

Christy

Hello, my name is Christy and I am the Junior Dental Assistant. I graduated from Coastal Carolina Community College in August 2010 as a certified dental assistant. Like most of the other staff, Jacksonville is home to me. I am from Duplin County and have lived there my whole life. My first introduction to this office was through my dental assistant rotations for school, and I instantly fell in love with the office's staff and doctors. They welcomed me in and ever since I have been apart of this family. During my spare time I enjoy being adventurous and soaking up the sun at Topsail beach with my boyfriend Taylor! The best part of my job is assisting in the improvement of beautiful smiles! It makes my day when I get to meet new patients and build relationships with them.