Meet the Staff
Clayton Grubbs, DMD
​Dr. Clayton Grubbs was born and raised in Jackson, Mississippi. He is a second generation dentist. Dr. Grubbs is a childhood leukemia survivor who always knew that he wanted to serve in the healthcare profession. After graduating with a bachelor of science from Mississippi State University, he received his dental degree from the School of Dentistry at University of Mississippi Medical Center in 2003. He was selected in 2017 as one of the top 40 dentists under 40 by Incisal Edge Magazine. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Grubbs is professional, compassionate, and ready to serve the needs of his patients.
Gena Barron Neely, RDH
Gena is the office manager for Clinton Dental Care. She is also a registered Dental Hygienist. She has worked with Dr. Grubbs since he started his practice in 2004. Gena lives in Florence with her husband, Jeff. She has one daughter, Barron, a daughter in love, Candace, and a son in love, Cole. She enjoys camping with her husband and friends, as well as spending time with her grandchildren.
Dottie Grubbs
Dottie assists with scheduling appointments and financial plans. She is an education major by degree but has thoroughly enjoyed her time in the dental setting. Dottie and Clayton have three children they have raised in the Jackson metro area: Clayton, Stewart, and Betsy Grace. Dr. Grubbs and Dottie have been married for 25 years and were high school sweethearts.
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Jennifer Taylor RDH, BS
Jennifer is a Registered Hygienist for Dr. Grubbs. She graduated in 2010 from Mississippi State University and continued her education to receive a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene from the University of Mississippi Medical Center. She lives in Clinton with her husband Brandon. They have two children, Tinley and Carson.
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Leslie Waddell RDH, BS
Leslie attended Mississippi State University and is a graduate of the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Dental Hygiene. Leslie resides in the Reservoir community with her husband, Jeremy. Leslie has one son, Reed, and a stepson, Ashton. She enjoys camping with her husband and friends.
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Mary Garner RDH, BS
Mary is married to Justin Garner. They have been married for 15 years. They have two active boys; Jake and Cole Garner. Mary loves watching her kids play sports and spending time with her family. Mary fell in love with the dental field because she grew up watching her father, Dr. M. Lewis Grubbs, practice dentistry.
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Ruth Stewart RDH, BS
Ruth attended Hinds Community College and then received her BS degree in dental hygiene from the University of Mississippi Medical Center. She is the proud mother of Clarke, Jr., Susannah, and Philip.
Pat Parker
Pat will assist you with scheduling appointments and financial needs. Pat and her husband, Jimmy, have made Clinton their home since 1976. They have 2 children and 4 grandchildren. During her time off she enjoys spending time with her family.
Gracee Bonner
Gracee lives in Brandon Mississippi. She lived in Florence most of her life and graduated from Florence High School. She's been an assistant since 2021. During her spare time, she loves spending time with family and friends.
Cindy Foster
Cindy has been a chairside assistant since 1991. She is certified in CPR and holds a current radiology permit. She lives in Brookhaven, Mississippi with her husband Anthony and their two children. She enjoys riding horses and spending time with her family. Cindy has worked for Dr. Grubbs since he started his practice in 2004.
Tracy Baker
Tracy has been a chairside dental assistant since 1988. She is certified in CPR and radiology. She lives in Raymond, Mississippi with her husband Thurston where she enjoys spending time with her grandchildren and animals.
Rachel Corley
Rachel Corley has been a chairside dental assistant since 2010. She is certified in CPR and Radiology. She lives in Brandon, Mississippi. She enjoys spending time with her family and her dogs.
Caitlyn Embry
Born and raised in Clinton, Mississippi, Caitlyn graduated from Clinton High School and attended Hinds Community College. After being in the banking world for six years, she joined the dental team at Clinton Dental Care. During her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her dog, family, and friends.