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Kathryn Gavalas, DMD, FAGD

Craig Dental Associates | Periodontal Treatment, All-on-4 reg  and Digital Impressions

Dr. Kathryn (Katie) Gavalas is a passionate general dentist dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care in Tallahassee. Inspired by her father’s 30-year dental practice in Boynton Beach, FL, and guided by the L.D. Pankey Institute’s philosophy, she fosters a family-like atmosphere with high-quality dentistry. A Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD), Dr. Gavalas is a member of the Florida Dental Association, Leon County Dental Association, and the International Team for Implantology. Her advanced training includes a two-year general practice residency at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital (Chief Resident), an oral surgery internship at the Oral Surgical Institute in Nashville, and a dual fellowship in implant and digital dentistry from the University of Florida.

Education

  • Doctor of Dental Surgery - University of Louisville School of Dentistry
  • Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science - Florida State University
  • General Practice Residency - Wake Forest Baptist Hospital (Chief Resident)
  • Oral Surgery Internship - Oral Surgical Institute, Nashville
  • Dual Fellowship in Implant and Digital Dentistry - University of Florida
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More About Dr. Gavalas

Outside the office, Dr. Katie enjoys tennis, running half-marathons, and baking. She, her husband Nic, their son Leo, and their Goldendoodle Brees are excited to welcome you to Craig Dental Associates and make your dental experience extraordinary!

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