The brief descriptions below are designed to familiarize you with our staff's training, professional credentials and work experience.

Dr. Clinton M. Watson, D.D.S.

Dr. Clinton M. Watson is a native of Milledgeville, Ga.  Dr. Watson earned his bachelor’s from Morehouse College, Atlanta, GA, and completed his Doctorate at Meharry Medical College, Nashville, TN. Upon graduation Dr. Watson returned to his hometown of Milledgeville to begin practicing dentistry as an associate. In July 1992 Dr. Watson opened his own practice in Macon, GA in Baconsfield Plaza.  Dr. Watson remained in Baconsfield until November 2005 when he fulfilled his life long dream and opened the state of the art facility Northside Family Dentistry.

Dr. Watson has committed many hours to continuing education to stay on the cutting edge of the latest advancements in dentistry. He is a member of the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation, American Dental Association, National Dental Association, Georgia Dental Association, and Georgia D Dental Society.

Dr. Watson has also dedicated himself to serving the community; for the past six years he, along with a network of local dentist, have participated in the D.T. Walton, Jr. Share-A-Smile Scholarship program. The program provides underserved youth with a dental scholarship, which gives them access to free life changing dental work. He also has served as a mentor in the Adopt a Role Model program in Macon.

Dr. Watson and his wife Dr. Aleshia Watson have been married for 17 years and have three beautiful children Clinton Jr., Christian, and Kimberly.   Dr. Watson is an avid outdoorsman and has enjoys bass fishing and golfing throughout the Southeast region.

Dr. Nicole L. Jackson, D.D.S

drjackson@northsidefamilydentistry.com

Dr. Nicole L.  Jackson is a native of New Orleans, Louisiana and joined the Northside Family Dentistry team in August 2002. Dr. Jackson earned her bachelors degree from Loyola University in New Orleans and completed her doctorate at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN.

Upon graduation, her passion for both dentistry and her country lead her to serve in the United States Air Force. During her service she completed a highly competitive residency program and received numerous awards and decorations for outstanding service and professionalism. After serving her country dutifully, she settled in Macon with her family.

Dr. Jackson has committed many hours to continuing education to stay on the cutting edge of the latest advancements in dentistry. Dr. Jackson is a member of the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation, American Dental Association, National Dental Association, Georgia Dental Association, and Georgia Dental Society.

Dr. Jackson and her husband Chris and have three lovely children Alexis, Amaya, and Elijah. Dr. Jackson enjoys reading, tennis, cooking, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Dr. Aukena M. Parker, D.D.S

drparker@northsidefamilydentistry.com

Dr. Aukena M. Parker is also a native of New Orleans, LA and joined out team in September 2006 after practicing in New Orleans for the past six years.  Dr. Parker earned her bachelor’s from Howard University in Washington, DC, and completed her Doctorate at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN.

Upon graduation Dr. Parker returned home and joined her brothers thriving practice in the Lower 9th Ward of New Orleans. As a result of Hurricane Katrina, she was displaced and relocated to Albany, GA, where she served as the Dental Director of Public Health for the Southwest region. Dr. Parker is committed to providing the best dental service to each patient, and she is eager to serve our wonderful community.

Dr. Parker has committed many hours to continuing education to stay on the cutting edge of the latest advancements in dentistry. She is a member of the American Dental Association, National Dental Association, Georgia Dental Association, Louisiana Dental Society and Georgia Dental Society.

Dr. Parker enjoys traveling, reading and music.

Richard Rutherford, R.D.H

rrutherford@northsidefamilydentistry.com

• Associates of Applied Technology Degree in Dental Hygiene from Middle Georgia Technical College in May 2004
• CPR and First Aid Certified
• Dental Hygiene Philosophy: To provide all patients with quality care and understanding; to educate each patient and provide them with the necessary information and tools needed for optimum home care.

Sojourner Baymon, R.D.H

sbaymon@northsidefamilydentistry.com

• Associates of Applied Technology Degree in Dental Hygiene from Middle Georgia Technical College in May 2004
• Bachelors of Arts Degree in Psychology from Georgia College and State University in May 2001
• Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership in February 2003
• CPR and First Aid Certified
• Dental Hygiene Philosophy: To provide quality care for my patients and educate them to the fullest in home care and preventive maintenance to the extent that they comprehend and are compliant.

Tomeka Leary, R.D.H

tleary@northsidefamilydentistry.com

• Associates of Applied Technology Degree in Dental Hygiene from Central Georgia Technical College in June 2005
• United States Army Reserves Veteran (1996-2004) Served our country proudly in Operation Enduring Freedom (2001-2002)
• CPR and First Aid Certified
• Dental Hygiene Philosophy: To promote oral health and education to children and adults to control oral diseases and provide a healthy smile.