Lisa Gertsch is a graduate of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences with a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene. She has been married to her sweetheart Steve in 1983. They have two children, three grandchildren and are expecting…
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Dr. Caleb Crow is a dedicated general dentist with a passion for providing high-quality, compassionate care tailored to each patient’s unique needs. A Conway native, Dr. Crow graduated from Ouachita Baptist University in 2021 and earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Tennessee in 2025.
Dr. Crow takes pride in helping patients feel comfortable and confident in their dental care. His clinical interests include preventive dentistry, restorative procedures, and guiding patients toward healthy, lasting smiles through a gentle and detail-oriented approach.
Outside of the office, Dr. Crow enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and their dog, camping, going to the gym, and game nights. He’s also an avid traveler and big fan of the Arkansas Razorbacks.
Dr. Crow looks forward to building lasting relationships with his patients and serving the community with integrity and care.
Dr. Jordan Cooper is from Jacksonville, AR. His father is Dr. James Cooper, a Jonesboro, AR native and practicing dentist of 39 years and his mother, Tracy Cooper, is a dental hygienist from Little Rock. Dr. Cooper graduated high school from Central Arkansas Christian, after which he entered at the University of Arkansas as a Chancellor’s Scholar in 1998.
During his studies at the University of Arkansas, Dr. Cooper studied abroad in Mexico, Costa Rica and Spain. The culmination of his studies resulted in a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from the University of Arkansas, after which he enrolled in the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry. Dr. Cooper graduated from UT in 2006. After dental school, Dr. Cooper joined his father in practice in Jacksonville.
Dr. Cooper was a member of the Board of Directors of the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce from 2008 to 2011. He has recently graduated from a prestigious program with the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce called Leadership Arkansas, designed for future state business leaders. He is published in The Progressive Dentist Magazine and functions as the Arkansas State Lead for the DHI Head Start Program. He is active in his church and various mission organizations, with experience providing dentistry and health care to several countries in Central America. He has led a dental group to Honduras summers of 2013 and 2014. Most recently, he was appointed an adjunct faculty member at UAMS Center for Dental Education.
In the summer of 2015, Dr. Jordan Cooper released his first book, Chasing the Blue Marlin; a motivational book that discusses goal setting, entrepreneurship and pursuing your life’s passion. It has recently become an Amazon International Best-Seller.
Dr. David Cole is a graduate from the University of Arkansas, receiving his degree in 2016, and is a huge Razorback fan! He then went to dental school at the University of Tennessee where he received his D.D.S. in 2021. He looks forward to getting to know the Central Arkansas area, and serving his community!
Dr. Rasmussen is a Hot Springs native who graduated from the University of Central Arkansas in 2017 (Go Bears). After receiving his D.D.S from The University of Tennessee in 2021, he is looking forward to serving the central Arkansas community and the wonderful people who live here.
When not practicing dentistry, you can probably find him on a hiking trail or exploring the local restaurant scene.
Dr. Brandon Jones graduated with a B.A. in Biology from the University of Arkansas. He then went on to attend the prestigious University of Tennessee Health Science Center to receive his DDS.
He has always had a passion for the healthcare industry, gaining inspiration from his father who is currently a GI Doctor in Little Rock, Arkansas. After spending some time deciding on what path to take, he finally landed on Dentistry. This path allows him to improve his patient’s way of life and provide needed services to his surrounding communities.
Dr. Jones looks forward to meeting new people every day, as well as establishing lasting relationships with his patients. He finds the most joy in assisting others achieve the smile they always dreamed of, and boosting their confidence for years to come.
When not assisting his wonderful patients, Dr. Jones enjoys spending time outdoors, hunting, fishing, hiking or camping. He also enjoys any opportunity to head out to the lake, or relax at home with his two dogs and little cat.
Dr. Batson is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon serving patients at Central Dental and throughout Arkansas. He is board certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and is a member of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.
Dr. Batson is a native of Little Rock and gradated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. After serving as a major for the U.S. Army, he and his family settled into the Arkansas community. He is married to his wife Rachel, and has three beautiful children. Dr. Batson is happy to serve patients in his home state.
Dr. James Cooper was born in Jonesboro, Arkansas. He studied at the University of New Mexico and graduated from dental school from the University of Missouri, Kansas City. After 2 years of dental experience with the Army, Dr. Cooper moved to Jacksonville in 1973 to practice dentistry.
Dr. Cooper has been married to his wife, Tracy, for 31 years, and has two sons, Jordan and Lane. Tracy has been a dental hygienist for 28 years. Dr. Cooper is an active leader in his church, Cornerstone Bible Fellowship.