Staff
Our practice philosophy is based upon extreme excellence. It is Nelson Dental Clinics’s commitment to achieve beautiful, healthy and long-lasting smiles in a comfortable and safe setting.
- Dr. Robert C. Wilson, D.D.S.
- Kay - Office Manager
- Angie - Dental Assistant
- Sheri - Hygienist
- Lori - Hygienist
Dr. Robert C. Wilson, D.D.S.
Since his childhood in Albion, Nebraska, Dr. Bob was always interested in the field of Medicine and was drawn to dentistry because of its combination of medical science and artistry. After graduating from the University of Nebraska, he attended Creighton School of Pharmacy before obtaining his Doctorate from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry. He is also a certified Hospital Dentist on the Medical Staff at Brodstone Memorial Nuckolls County Hospital.
Believing a dentist’s education shouldn’t stop after he’s finished school, he continues to devote many hours to learning about the latest dental advances. Dr. Bob has been a pioneer in introducing the newest technology for his patients in the State of Nebraska. He was the first doctor in the state to use intra-oral cameras and videos, cosmetic imaging, surgical lasers, laser cavity detection, digital radiography, and the interactive Casey Patient Education System.
His leadership in professional groups is yet another way he stays up-to-date on the latest dental care. His is past president, vice-president, secretary and treasurer of the Adams County Dental Society. He is past president (two terms) for the Nebraska Southwest Dental District. He has served as a trustee and delegate to the Nebraska Dental Association and as an alternate Delegate to the American Dental association. He has also been involved with his alma mater as a faculty and volunteer faculty member and Dean’s Advisory Committee member. Currently he is a Preceptor for the UNMC College of Dentistry.
Dr. Bob’s experience is second to none. In addition to his Omaha practice, he maintains the Nelson Dental Clinic in Nelson, Nebraska. He has lectured and trained people in laser technology and surgery techniques nationally and internationally. He has recently attended the Prestigious Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies and over the years has trained with some of the top Cosmetic Dentists in the world. It is his honor to pass this knowledge and skill on to you when he sees you as a patient.
Fellow: American Association of Hospital Dentists, International College of Dentists, American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery
Member: American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, Nebraska Dental Association, American Association of Hospital Dentists, American Society of Geriatric Dentistry, Academy of Dentistry for the Handicapped
Charter Member: International Academy of Laser Dentistry, Academy of Laser Dentistry
Saige - Office Manager
What do I like about my job?
I love being able to interact with new people every day. Working in the dental field is a very new experience for me, so I get to learn something new almost daily. I love to learn, so that's probably my favorite part.
What is special about this office?
This office is great because although we keep things very professional, we still get to relax and have fun. We do our best to treat everyone like family and offer the best dental experience possible.
What do you do to help patients feel relaxed?
I greet everyone with a smile. Do my best to get to know all of the patients and answer any questions I can to help them feel more comfortable.
Family Information:
My husband and I were married in 2019 and live in Edgar.
Background:
I worked at a daycare for 5 years before I came to the clinic. I was the office manager for the movie theater in Hastings for 2 years before that. The dental field is a very new experience but I love it!
Angie - Dental Assistant
What do I like about my job?
I enjoy working in a modern dental practice that offers the most updated procedures. Changing a smile is the most rewarding part of my job. All of my patients are wonderful.
What is special about this office?
We have a great staff and in return we can offer the best dental experience for our patients. My goal is to make the patient feel comfortable and relaxed.
What do you do to help patients feel relaxed and comfortable?
Getting to know all of my patients on a personal level helps them relax and in return, makes their dental experience easy.
Family information:
I am married and live in Edgar. We have three daughters, a son, three son-in-laws, five grandsons and two granddaughters.
Background:
I have worked as a dental assistant with Dr. Bob and Dr. Shar since 1989.
Sheri - Hygienist
What do you like about your job?
I enjoy working with a great staff that makes the job interesting as well as fun. I like learning a little something about each patient and can sometimes learn something new from them, since everyone has different interests.
What is special about this office?
Working is a smaller, up-to-date office allows us to get to know our patients easier. It is also neat to see several generations of the same families that come here.
What do you do to help patients feel relaxed and comfortable?
I visit with them when they first come in and welcome any questions they may have.
Family info:
Originally from Hastings, I now live in Aurora. I have a son & daughter-in-law living in New York. Although I am a dog person, I have a yellow Tabby cat that I have a lot of fun with. I love taking pictures, much to the dismay of some of my family and friends. I enjoy taking a variety of photos, especially in nature.
Education/background:
I was an “older student” when I went to hygiene school, at Central Community College in Hastings. I’ve been a hygienist for a little over 15 years now.
Lori - Hygienist
What do I like about my job?
I love the people! It is so interesting setting down and talking to people about life, love, hardships, lessons learned, happiness, sadness, health, family or anything that comes to mind. I have learned so much through the years about how to be a stronger, better, wiser person from my patients! I also enjoy helping others. The hands-on, one-one aspect of my job allows me to witness directly how we have helped patients. That is a great reward! Lastly, the mental stimulation, I am always learning through experience and continuing education.
What is special about this office?
The staff and the atmosphere are special. Dr. Bob displays a quiet confidence. He is very patient, kind and compassionate toward his patients and his staff. Our staff allows us to be very close knit group and very personable with patients. The experience and knowledge of our staff is easily recognized through their skills. Our office is an inviting, comfortable, friendly place where it is easy to feel content.
What do you do to help patient’s feel relaxed and comfortable?
I greet them with a smile. Get familiar with my patients and learn their wants and anxieties. I show them through my actions that I love my job and truly enjoy my patients.
Family information:
I was raised the 3rd of 4 girls in my family in Norton, KS. My parents now reside in Colby, KS. My husband and I have cattle in Jewel, KS. Life has gotten brighter and busier with our new daughter born in March 2015 and son born in July 2016. Our 5 children keep life busy and bright; we are so blessed!
Background:
Starting at age 16 through high school graduation, I worked for my family dentist. That job consisted of aiding the secretary assisting the hygienist, sterilizing instruments, developing radiographs, and setting up room. Immediately following high school I started hygiene school in Colby, KS. Graduation from hygiene school in 2001, I moved to southwest KS. There I practiced full time in Garden City for 3 years, then full time in Lakin for the last 9 years. In July of 2013 I moved to Jewell, KS and married a local farmer. Now I am enjoying my position here in Nelson, NE and loving every minute of it.