Our Team
WELCOME TO APPOMATTOX FAMILY DENTISTRY
Our team has a goal of treating our patients as family - and we care deeply about living up to that goal every day. Our doctors have undergone thousands of hours of continuing education to stay up to date on current techniques in dentistry. We strive to provide excellent dental care in a clean, comfortable environment.
DR. RAY MARION, DDS
Dentist
Dr. Ray Marion received his Doctor of Dental Surgery at Virginia Commonwealth University following his undergraduate education at Bridgewater College.
He is an active member of the American Dental Association, Virginia Dental Association and Piedmont Dental Society.
Dr. Marion grew up in a military family and has lived in Turkey, California, New York, Arkansas, Maryland, Texas and Virginia. He now calls Lynchburg home. In his free time, Dr. Marion enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, and watching his beloved Green Bay Packers.
DR. PHILIPPE FRANCO, DDS
Dentist
Born in Kaiserslautern, Germany and raised in a military family throughout the United States, Dr. Philippe Franco is from everywhere. From Newport News to Richmond to Lynchburg, with a combined residency of 17 years, Philippe calls VA home. He had enjoyed working in the marketing and advertising industry for several years before attending Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry. He is a current member of the American Dental Association and the Virginia Dental Association.
Philippe has always believed in giving back to his community. Volunteering his marketing expertise at multiple nonprofits in the past, he is excited to offer his dental services to the community, including Mission of Mercy Projects and the Free Clinic of Central VA.
Philippe and his wife, Rebecca, are proud parents of three strapping boys and a tough little girl. In the past, his hobbies included playing billiards, photography and traveling. Nowadays his hobbies are his kids' interests: playing soccer, building worlds in Minecraft, dancing to Kidz Bop and pretty much any activity outdoors.
TAMMY
Patient Care Coordinator
Tammy has been with the Appomattox practice since it originally opened 22 years ago. She assists our patients with everything from scheduling appointments to helping with insurance and financial needs.
Tammy and her husband Tim have lived in Appomattox for 34 years. They have 2 children and 5 grandchildren who are the joy of their lives. Tammy enjoys trips to the beach, camping and family time.
LOGAN
Dental Hygienist
Logan is a graduate of Virginia Western Community College and has over 6 years of experience in the dental field. She loves building relationships with her patients and strives to give everyone a pleasant experience each time they visit our practice.
In her spare time, she enjoys weekends at Smith Mountain Lake, deer hunting and most importantly, spending time with her two children, Boone and Brynn.
