Dr. Gray & Staff
Dr. Edward Gray DMD, MD’s staff is trained in assisting with Surgery, IV Sedation, and General Anesthesia within a state-of-the-art office setting. Patients are continuously monitored during and after surgery.
The surgical staff at Carson Valley Oral Surgery are experienced Oral and Maxillofacial surgical assistants, who assist in the administration of IV sedation and surgery every day. All staff are CPR certified and our administrative personnel are well-versed in health and insurance policy issues.
Dr. Edward Gray
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
Dr. Edward Gray completed a dual-degree Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery program. His training includes degrees in Pharmacy, Dentistry, Medicine, and completion of a surgical residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, including one year of General Surgery. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery requires up to 6 additional years of hospital-based surgical and anesthesia training after graduation from college and dental school. As an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Edward Gray DMD, MD manages a wide variety of problems relating to the Mouth, Teeth, and Facial Regions. Dr. Gray has expertise in Bone Grafting and Implant surgery. He also extracts teeth, including wisdom teeth, and continues to provide services in a wide variety of Oral Surgical procedures.
Edward Gray DMD, MD graduated from Oregon State University in 1983 with a degree in Pharmacy. After working eight years as a hospital-based pharmacist he returned to school in 1992, graduating from Oregon Health & Science University School of Dentistry with honors in 1996. He was then accepted into the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Program at Oregon Health Sciences University and Legacy Emanuel Medical Center in 1996. As part of his program requirement, Dr. Gray graduated from Oregon & Health Science University School of Medicine in 2000. He then completed his year of General Surgery in 2001 and completed the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Program in its entirety in 2002. Dr. Gray enjoys all aspects of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery but has a particular interest in the field of dental implants, bone regeneration, and bone grafting.
Edward Gray DMD, MD is a member in good standing in the following organizations:
- American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons
- American Dental Association
- Nevada Dental Association
- Northern Nevada Dental Association
- American Society of Dental Anesthesia
- Nevada Board of Dental Examiners-Anesthesia evaluator
CVOS Staff
Terra
OFFICE MANAGER AND IMPLANT COORDINATOR
I have lived in Carson Valley since 2004. I have worked in the medical industry as a back-office assistant for 20 years and love what I do. I changed my career from Orthopedics to Oral Surgery and enjoy working as a Surgical Assistant and implant coordinator for Dr. Gray. I was recently promoted to the position of Office Manager and look forward to maintaining a positive, comfortable, clean environment for our patients.
Julie
SURGICAL ASSISTANT AND ACCOUNT MANAGER
I graduated from Oregon Health & Science University with a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing. I worked as an RN at Providence Portland Medical Center in Respiratory and Hospice from 1988 to 1998. I moved to the Carson Valley in 2002 and have found the people here to be very hardworking, generous, and genuine. The Carson Valley is a wonderful place to raise a family and run a business with quality schools and community support. I work at Carson Valley Oral Surgery as an RN, Anesthesia, and Surgical Assistant.
Melissa
SURGICAL ASSISTANT
I was raised in the Carson Valley area. I have been in the dental field for 24 years since my senior year in high school. This last year I have taken on the position as a Surgical Assistant and hospital surgery coordinator for Dr. Gray. I love what I do. I take pride in maintaining a clean and comfortable environment for our patients.
Jobie
FRONT DESK
I’ve lived in the Carson Valley since 2012. I’ve worked in the medical industry since I was 16 years old. I learned by hands-on experience and became a surgical and in-office assistant, and have enjoyed being a part of a team that helps others. I have 36 years of experience so far. The world of dentistry is my new venture that has become a wonderful experience. I really enjoy interacting with patients. It’s my pleasure to represent Dr. Gray’s reputation, as he has an amazing team, and it’s great to be a part of them.
Ellen
SURGICAL ASSISTANT
I was born and raised in Reno, NV. After moving to Gardnerville, I got a position as a Surgical Assistant here at Carson Valley Oral Surgery. Dr. Gray and the team are amazing and I’m so happy to be a part of it all. I’m very passionate about my job and dedicated to providing the very best care to all patients who come here.