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You Always Come First

ABOUT

Our Practice

Our office has been serving the Pensacola area for over 65 years. Since Dr. Bert Dannheisser opened our doors in 1955, our practice has been giving people a reason to smile. Dr. Kim Jernigan purchased the practice in 2000 and has been committed to providing our community with the best dental care possible.

Our goal is to provide our patients with quality and comprehensive care that suites everyone in the family. We believe in treating everyone the way we would want to be treated, so we hope that the moment you walk into our office you feel comfortable and cared for.

It’s important to us that we provide you with dental care that’s not only in your best interest for the time being, but dental care that you and your family can depend on for a lifetime. Please take the time to explore our website to learn more about our office and our team.

If you have any questions, feel free to give us a call at 850-434-5247. We look forward to meeting you!

Dr. Gonzalez explains the procedures very clearly. He spends time to answer questions and concerns. Strongly recommend!

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PENSACOLA FAMILY DENTAL

Meet Our Team

  • University of Florida College of Dentistry Graduate
  • Florida Dental Health Foundation Board
  • Florida Dental Association Leadership development committee
  • Northwest District Dental association, President

Kim Jernigan, DMD
Owner

  • Dr. Kim Jernigan has been a member of the Pensacola Family Dental team since 1982. In December 2000 she purchased the practice from her long-time mentor Dr. Bert Dannheisser.
  • Dr Jernigan has been a three-time recipient of The Dentist of the Year award in Florida.
  • She was also the first female in the 163-year history of the Florida Dental Association to serve as the President.

Kim Jernigan, DMD
Owner

  • University of Florida College of Dentistry Graduate
  • Florida Dental Health Foundation Board
  • Florida Dental Association Leadership development committee
  • Northwest District Dental association, President
  • Dr. Kim Jernigan has been a member of the Pensacola Family Dental team since 1982. In December 2000 she purchased the practice from her long-time mentor Dr. Bert Dannheisser.
  • Dr Jernigan has been a three-time recipient of The Dentist of the Year award in Florida.
  • She was also the first female in the 163-year history of the Florida Dental Association to serve as the President.
  • Induction into Baylor College of Dentistry’s Odontological Honor Society
  • Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dr. Richard G. Tollefsbol Award for Clinical Excellence
  • Southwest Academy of Restorative Dentistry Award
  • Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for service in Pensacola, FL
  • Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for service in Iwakuni, JAPAN

Elias Gonzalez, DDS
Associate

Dr. Elias Gonzalez was born in Spain and lived there until he moved to Pensacola, FL at ten years old. He grew up in Pensacola, graduated from Pensacola Christian Academy in 2005, and completed his Bachelor of Science in Pre-Medicine at Pensacola Christian College in 2009. Dr. Gonzalez received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Baylor College of Dentistry in 2013 and immediately commissioned as a dental officer in the United States Navy.

During his 8 years in the Navy, Dr. Gonzalez practiced dentistry around the world and received extensive training on the latest techniques. He was stationed overseas in Japan and also served two tours in Pensacola, FL. Dr. Gonzalez also deployed to Ecuador, Peru, Colombia, and Honduras while onboard the hospital ship USNS Comfort to provide humanitarian dental care.

Dr. Gonzalez feels blessed to be living in his hometown of Pensacola with his family. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Aline, and they have two children, Miguel and Leila. Dr. Gonzalez loves spending time with his family, playing soccer, and traveling. He is a member of Olive Baptist Church and enjoys being actively involved in the community. Dr. Gonzalez has volunteered on dental mission trips to South Africa and Honduras, and he is a member of the American Dental Association, the Florida Dental Association, and the Escambia-Santa Rosa Dental Society.

Dr. Gonzalez is dedicated to providing his patients with outstanding dental care in a comfortable, relaxed, and caring environment. He provides dental services to patients of all ages, including kids! He also speaks both Spanish and Portuguese, giving him the ability to directly communicate with patients who prefer to speak their native tongue. Dr. Gonzalez is committed to practicing with the highest ethical standards and looks forward to providing you and your family with a fantastic dental experience.

Elias Gonzalez, DDS
Associate

Dr. Elias Gonzalez was born in Spain and lived there until he moved to Pensacola, FL at ten years old. He grew up in Pensacola, graduated from Pensacola Christian Academy in 2005, and completed his Bachelor of Science in Pre-Medicine at Pensacola Christian College in 2009. Dr. Gonzalez received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Baylor College of Dentistry in 2013 and immediately commissioned as a dental officer in the United States Navy.

During his 8 years in the Navy, Dr. Gonzalez practiced dentistry around the world and received extensive training on the latest techniques. He was stationed overseas in Japan and also served two tours in Pensacola, FL. Dr. Gonzalez also deployed to Ecuador, Peru, Colombia, and Honduras while onboard the hospital ship USNS Comfort to provide humanitarian dental care.

Dr. Gonzalez feels blessed to be living in his hometown of Pensacola with his family. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Aline, and they have two children, Miguel and Leila. Dr. Gonzalez loves spending time with his family, playing soccer, and traveling. He is a member of Olive Baptist Church and enjoys being actively involved in the community. Dr. Gonzalez has volunteered on dental mission trips to South Africa and Honduras, and he is a member of the American Dental Association, the Florida Dental Association, and the Escambia-Santa Rosa Dental Society.

Dr. Gonzalez is dedicated to providing his patients with outstanding dental care in a comfortable, relaxed, and caring environment. He provides dental services to patients of all ages, including kids! He also speaks both Spanish and Portuguese, giving him the ability to directly communicate with patients who prefer to speak their native tongue. Dr. Gonzalez is committed to practicing with the highest ethical standards and looks forward to providing you and your family with a fantastic dental experience.

  • Induction into Baylor College of Dentistry’s Odontological Honor Society
  • Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dr. Richard G. Tollefsbol Award for Clinical Excellence
  • Southwest Academy of Restorative Dentistry Award
  • Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for service in Pensacola, FL
  • Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for service in Iwakuni, JAPAN
Linda - Dental Assistant
Linda has been in the dental field for 33 years. She is a native of Pensacola and has been a valuable member of our office for the past five years. Linda calls it an honor to witness patients’ joy and excitement when their treatment is complete and they have a transformed smile!

Linda enjoys spending time at home with her family, riding her bike, going on her boat, going on long car rides, and watching our beautiful Pensacola sunsets!
Holly - Dental Assistant
Holly had 13 years of experience being a registered dental assistant in Tennessee prior to becoming a key member of our office in 2018. She enjoys meeting new patients and puts them at ease with her friendly smile and caring personality.

When not at the practice, you will find her on her boat with her family, at the beach, or watching her son play the bass drum in the percussion line at the Milton High School Band.
Dusty - Administrative Team
Dusty has been in the dental field for 30 years, with 18 ½ years serving at our practice. She always goes above and beyond to build warm patient relationships that last over countless appointments. “Seeing the mouth under construction” with a beautiful smile finish is one of her favorite parts of working at our practice.

In her free time, Dusty enjoys to cook, decorate, craft, and spend time with her family.
Linda - Dental Hygienist
Linda has been a wonderful team member of our office for over 27 years. She describes our patients as extended family, and loves the multi-generational aspect of our general practice. She stays busy making sure our patients have squeaky clean teeth!

Linda enjoys staying active and has been a part of the local running community for over 20 years along with being a master swim team member.
Betty - Administrative Team
Betty is a native of Pensacola and began serving our practice with the original owner, Dr. Bert Dannheisser. She is our friendly face at the front desk. You will find her answering phones, scheduling appointments, and maintaining our customer relations. She enjoys being a part of making beautiful smiles happen!

In her spare time, Betty loves to bake her delicious, gorgeous, and famous cakes!

What Sets Us Apart?

I was visiting from out of town and leaving for Europe in 24 HOURS!!! Dr Jernigan built a temporary crown in her treatment room and I was on my way in an hour.

Amazing office. I’ve never met a nicer staff and feel at complete ease. Definitely give them a call!

Our Mission

We enhance the health and well-being of the individuals we serve by providing dentistry of exceptional quality, delivered by compassionate and caring people, in a warm, welcoming environment.

Our Vision

We strive to have a positive impact on people as a result of our dental practice. This includes our team and their families, our wonderful patients, and others in and around our community.

We Value

  • Integrity in all actions
  • Quality in materials, products, and services
  • Simplicity in operations
  • Convenience for patients
  • Stewardship of resources
  • Dedication to cleanliness and safety
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