Our Team

Professional Team with a Personal Touch

Dr. Bill D. Estes

Dr. Estes completed his BA in 1967 at the University of Texas at Austin, then went on to earn his Doctorate of Dental Science degree in 1971 from the University of Texas Dental Branch at Houston. Following his formal education, he spent an additional two years of training in the United States Air Force, serving as Captain at Pease Air Force Base in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. This invaluable experience provided him with ongoing, hands-on clinical training in every specialty of dentistry, working directly under masters in each area. He opened his private dental practice in Austin, Texas in 1973, emphasizing family dentistry, implants, cosmetics, and major restorative care.

Dr. Estes has purposefully developed his practice around meeting the needs of each patient. He takes the time to develop an excellent rapport with each patient and is known for his gentle, sincere manner and professional expertise. He's also maintained a strong emphasis on learning the very latest dental technology and techniques through continuing education, especially in advanced restorative and cosmetic dentistry. His training in these areas includes completion of several PAC-Live courses, Pankey Institute courses, and Pete Dawson courses on occlusion (bite). In addition, Dr. Estes has studied directly under the renowned occlusion specialist, John Kois…actually bringing him in to Austin for hands-on study. Further, he has published some of his own work in the areas of technical cosmetic theory and management theory, and conducted numerous 'Table Clinics' at state Dental Association meetings.

Dr. Estes' Professional Memberships and Affiliations are as follows:

• American Dental Association
• Texas Dental Association
• Capital Area Dental Society: Secretary-President, 2004-2005
• American Academy of Dental Practice Administration: Board of Directors
• Texas Academy of Dental Practice Administration: President, 1994-1995
• Academy of General Dentistry: Fellow, 1978
• Texas Chapter, Academy of General Dentistry: Associate Editor, 1983
• Crown Council, Texas Chapter: President, 1998-2004
• International College of Oral Implantology
• Dental Organization of Conscious Sedation

Dr. Estes is married to his high school sweetheart, Judy Ann Caffall Estes; together they have two children and four grandchildren. He's involved in a number of civic and church activities, including the local Rotary Club, The Texas Baptist's Children's Home, and local Boys and Girls Clubs. In his 'spare time', he enjoys University of Texas Athletic events, reading, working with computers, traveling, exercising, and skiing-both in water and snow, and of course time with his family and grandchildren.

Dr. David A. Slaughter

Dr. Slaughter has long been interested in dentistry, as he had a good amount of personal experience undergoing treatments as a young person, including many trips to the dentist, oral surgeon, and orthodontist. During his high school years, he volunteered in dental offices to gain more knowledge of the field, went on to earn his BA in Biology from West Texas State University, then pursued his Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the University of Texas Dental Branch. During his time in dental school, he served as school representative for the American Association of Dental Schools. He served as co-chairman of the Capital Area Dental Society’s Young Dentist Committee from 2003 to 2005 and currently serves as co-chair of the Public Health Committee. Dr. Slaughter has done advanced study in implants with Nobel BioCare of Loma Linda, California and attends several courses yearly studying esthetics and restorative dentistry. Dr. Slaughter was named 2004-2005 New Dentist of the Year by the Capital Area Dental Society.

Currently, Dr. Slaughter’s professional memberships include the following:

• Capital Area Dental Society
• Texas Dental Association
• American Dental Association
• Academy of General Dentistry

When he’s not busy with patients here, Dr. Slaughter enjoys spending time with his wife, Kim, attending University of Texas athletic events, and playing games with his golden retrievers, Marley and Zoe. He’s also an avid recreationalist, including snowboarding, wakeboarding, tennis, racquetball, and softball.

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