About the Doctor

Dr. C.R. (Chip) Edwards, Jr.
was born in Orlando in 1952. Dr. Edwards graduated from Boone High School in 1970 and went on to receive his Bachelor of Science in biology at Rhodes College in Memphis, Tennessee in 1974. He attended Emory University for his dental degree and received his diploma in 1979. From there he completed his Dental General Practice Residency at the Medical College of Virginia/VA Hospital in Richmond, VA. He finished his residency in 1980.

Dr. Edwards began his private practice in 1980, alongside Dr. William Epps, at 245 San Marcos Avenue in Sanford, FL. In early 2000, Dr. Edwards began making plans to relocate his practice. In July 2002, Dr. Edwards moved his practice to 2509 S. Park Drive.

Dr. Edwards is experienced in all phases of dental care with an emphasis on periodontal and restorative and cosmetic dentistry. His staff and patients know him for his impeccable, compassionate dentistry. He continually seeks better methods in completing procedures, but always thinks of his patient's needs and fears first. Although many people hate going to the dentist, everyone feels at ease and cared for in Dr. Edwards' chair.

For all of his professional attributes, Dr. Edwards is also well-known for his lighthearted personality. So if you happen to visit the office and hear laughter in the next treatment room, don't be alarmed, it's just Dr. Edwards trading jokes with a patient.

His hobbies include boating, hunting and fishing and spending time with his children and two grandchildren.

Our Staff

Beverly - Dental Assistant/Office Administrator
Beverly is the proud veteran at Dr. Edwards' office, as she has grown with him and his practice for over eight years. Beverly graduated from the Miami school of dental assisting in 1978. She has 26 years of experience as a chair side dental assistant. She can also discuss with you all treatment options available to you, the cost of the treatment you choose, affordable payment plans, and insurance coverage if applicable. Beverly is well schooled in all aspects of the dental profession and is sincerely concerned with the health and well-being of many patients whom she now calls friends.

Beverly's hobbies include meeting new people and activities with her three children - ages three, 15, and 18. She also enjoys traveling to Miami and to the Florida Keyes, boating, relaxing at the beach and spending quality time with her family.

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Honey Jean - Dental Assistant
Honey Jean is another one of Dr. Edwards’ dental assistants. She came to the staff in July 2003 and is the newest staff member in our dental family. She has a wealth of dental experience and has been in dentistry for more than 30 years. She maintains that she still enjoys creating nice smiles.

Aside from dentistry, Honey Jean enjoys fishing, arts & crafts, tennis and horseback riding.

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Karri - Business Office Coordinator/
Marketing Director
Karri is our business office coordinator and marketing manager. She is well versed in all aspects of dental treatment and is always willing to lend a cheerful hand wherever she is needed. Her goal is to make your dental experience a pleasant one from treatment to finances to follow up care.

Karri comes to us from NY State. She moved to Florida in 2000, after receiving her bachelor of art's in English and journalism from West Virginia University.

Her hobbies include fishing, running, and singing. She is an accomplished journalist and an avid boating enthusiast. She enjoys the opportunity of serving your needs and making your dental experience a pleasant one.

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Libbey - Registered Dental Hygienist
Libbey has been in the dental field for over 25 years. She has been married for 30 years with two grown children and two grandchildren.

She takes pleasure in working with her church as an eucharistic minister and visiting the homebound. She also loves spending time with her grandchildren and traveling.

Gum disease may lead to heart disease. Gum infections pose as great a risk for heart disease as smoking and elevated cholesterol. Dental infections can work their way through the blood vessels and nerves of your teeth. If an abscess forms and an infection enters your bloodstream, it can be carried to other parts of your body. Gum infections can progress without pain or noticeable symptoms, so most people are not aware of its presence.

As one of Dr. Edwards' Dental Hygienist, Libbey has extensive experience with periodontal compromised patients.

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Cindy - Registered Dental Hygienist
Cindy has been a Dental Hygienist for more than 20 years. She moved to Seminole County in the early 1970s and attended local schools. She obtained her Dental Hygiene degree from Valencia Community College.

Cindy and her family enjoy the outdoors. Their activities include horseback riding, dirt bikes, water-skiing, baseball, and volleyball. Cindy is also an accomplished artist.

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