Dr. Steve Fuson
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Steve Fuson
Pediatric Dentist
Steve Fuson, DDS, MS
Dr. Fuson is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist with over 28 years of experience. He is a native Memphian and graduated from S.B.E.C. (now Northpoint) before attending Millsaps College in Jackson, MS. Dr. Fuson graduated from U.T. College of Dentistry, where he also completed his pediatric dental residency. He began private practice in 1992, when he joined Pediatric Dental Group & Orthodontics. Dr. Fuson has held leadership positions in the Memphis Dental Society, Tennessee Dental Association, The Southeastern Society of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Fuson is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
On a personal note, Dr. Fuson is married to the former Tricee Dargie, and they have four children – Hannah, Lydia, Jackson, Garrett - and added Nyenlla Fontenot to the fold in 2013. He is an active member of Independent Presbyterian Church, where he has served as a Deacon, then as an Elder. His hobbies include outdoor activities, like hunting, fishing and golf, as well as traveling with his wife and family. Since 1997, Dr. Fuson has made several trips to Ukraine to perform dentistry on Ukrainian orphans.
Dr. Clayton Floriani
Family Dentist
Dr. Clayton Floriani
Family Dentist
Clayton Floriani, DDS
Dr. Floriani received his undergraduate degree from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville and graduated from the University of Tennessee Dental School, Memphis. He married a native Memphian, Heather Kelly, and they have two girls, Mia and Edie.
Dr. Floriani is a Family Dentist who limits his practice with us by just seeing children and young adults.
Dr. Floriani and his family are members of First Evangelical Church.
Dr. Nathaniel Denson
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Nathaniel Denson
Pediatric Dentist
Nathaniel Denson, DDS, MDS
Dr. Denson is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist with over 12 years experience. Dr. Denson is a second generation dentist and native Arkansan, and former graduate of the University of Arkansas (Woo Pig!). After receiving his dental degree at the University of Tennessee, Dr. Denson worked for 3 years as a general dentist in Arkansas and North Mississippi. Upon realizing his love of working with children, he returned to UT to complete his Masters training in pediatrics. His goal is to provide children across the Mid-South with a fun dental experience that encourages oral health and the prevention of cavities.
Dr. Denson lives in Memphis, and he and his wife, Brooke, have four children, Norah, Claire, Audrey, and Barrett. They are active members of Mission Church. They enjoy traveling, cheering on the Grizz, and frequenting many of the great Memphis-area restaurants.
Dr. Taylor Collazo
Orthodontist
Dr. Taylor Collazo
Orthodontist
Taylor Collazo, DDS, MSD
Dr. Collazo’s vision is to serve and love people by providing the highest level of orthodontic treatment with personalized care. His heart is set on cultivating joy and confidence in his patients by creating amazing smiles and forming friendships.
Dr. Collazo is a Board Certified Orthodontist, an elite status attained by less than 30% of orthodontic specialists. He attended the University of Arkansas, where he received his undergraduate degree in Medical Science. He then earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry, where he graduated #1 in his class, and was elected to be a Hinman Dental Scholar. Dr. Collazo was also the recipient of the prestigious OKU Kramer Award, granted to the top student. After dental school, he completed his orthodontic residency at one of the top programs in the country, the University of Texas in Houston. During residency he obtained specialized training in growth and development, and received a Masters of Science in Dentistry (MSD) and Certificate in Orthodontics.
Dr. Collazo is married to Maeve, a dental hygienist, and they have two beautiful daughters, Luella and Jett, and a golden retriever named Memphis. Dr. Collazo is a big sports and outdoor enthusiast and enjoys tennis, biking, hiking and rock climbing. He is also passionate about serving on international dental mission trips. The Collazo’s are members at Harvest church and love doing life with their local community.
Dr. Katie Boyd
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Katie Boyd
Pediatric Dentist
Katie Boyd, DDS MDS
Dr. Boyd is a Board Eligible Pediatric Dentist. She is a born and raised Memphian. She attended Bolton High School in Arlington, TN and went on to graduate from The University of Memphis. She received her dental degree from The University of Tennessee College of Dentistry where she graduated as the salutatorian of her class and was inducted into the Honorary Odontological Dean’s Society and The National Dental Honor Society – Omicron Kappa Upsilon. After receiving her dental degree, Dr. Boyd worked for a year as a family dentist at PDGO! She found her love in providing care for children and young adults in that year and went on to complete a residency in pediatric dentistry at The Dental College of Georgia.
Dr. Boyd lives in Germantown with her college-sweetheart husband, Austin Boyd, their two children, Leighton and Emmett, and their German Shephard, Lylah. They are members of Harvest Church. They love staying active, and they are big supporters of the Memphis Tigers and Memphis Grizzlies.
Dr. Baker Darlington
Family Dentist
Dr. Baker Darlington
Family Dentist
Baker Darlington, DDS
More info on Dr. Baker coming soon!
Dr. Olivia Hughes Pickering
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Olivia Hughes Pickering
Pediatric Dentist
Olivia Hughes Pickering, DDS
Dr. Olivia is a Pediatric Dentist with over 5 years of experience. She is a former graduate of the University of Georgia (Go Dawgs!) and second generation pediatric dentist. Dr. Olivia received her dental degree at the University of Tennessee and returned to UT to complete her training in pediatrics.
She believes that there is a unique opportunity in pediatric dentistry. We have the power to educate and encourage parents and children on the importance of developing good oral hygiene habits while driving home the message that prevention is the ultimate goal. Pediatric dentistry is not just about teeth, its about creating a fun and safe environment so you can change a child’s trajectory towards better oral health.
Dr. Olivia lives with her husband, John Pickering, who is a current dental Endodontics resident at UT. They recently married in 2021 and are excited to start a family in Memphis with their two dogs, Ralphie and Beau. They enjoy traveling, the outdoors and spending time with friends and family.