Welcome! Since 1977, Joe Mike Murphy, D.D.S. has been working with patients to provide the best dental care for patients in the Athens area. Dr. Joe Mike Murphy's experience in dentistry is coupled with genuine concern for his patients. All our staff is dedicated to your comfort and prompt attention as well. Our goal is to keep your teeth healthy and your smile bright.
This web site provides you with an overview of our practice and the field of dentistry. As you navigate the site, you'll find information about Joe Mike Murphy, D.D.S.'s practice philosophy, our Athens office location, insurance policies, and appointment scheduling procedures. Please browse the site at your convenience and feel free to contact us with any questions. You can also request an appointment by clicking here.
You'll find a lot of valuable information on the web site about dental problems, diagnoses and treatments. We believe informed patients are better prepared to make decisions about their health and well being. We encourage you to review this information to help you understand any health concerns you may face.
Meet the Doctor
Joe Mike Murphy, D.D.S, FAGD
A Texas native, Dr. Joe Mike Murphy graduated from Baylor University in 1974 and continued at Baylor Dental School, receiving his Doctorate in Dental Sciences in 1977. He began private practice while continuing to broaden his skills as dental techniques and technology advanced. In particular, Dr. Murphy was one of the nation's initial class of highly trained dentists in diagnosis, placement and restoration of dental implants. Dr. Murphy is a graduate of the Misch Implant Institute, one of the world's most prestigious implant teaching organizations.
Dr. Murphy has achieved Fellowship status in the Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Implant Dentistry, and Misch Implant Institute. As a graduate of the Misch Implant Institute, Dr. Murphy has achieved Diplomate status in the American Board of Oral Implantology, the highest accreditation in implant dentistry one can attain.
In 2007, Dr. Murphy was named a "Texas Super Dentist" by Texas Monthly Magazine.