Meet Our Dentists

With over a decade of experience in dentistry, Dr. Danny Nakhla is a skilled professional dedicated to providing top-quality dental care. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in molecular, cell, and developmental biology from UCLA before pursuing his dental education at the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in San Francisco.

Although Dr. Nakhla has completed his formal education, his commitment to excellence drives him to continually enhance his knowledge and skills. He regularly attends classes and stays up-to-date with the latest advancements in dentistry to offer his patients the best possible care. Driven by his passion for dentistry, he utilizes state-of-the-art dental technology to ensure personalized, comfortable, and convenient dental services for patients of all ages.

Dr. Nakhla has made his home in Independence, where he established his practice in 2010. When he’s not providing exceptional dental care, he enjoys exploring new places, traveling, and engaging in sports activities.

With Dr. Nakhla’s expertise and dedication, you can trust that you will receive compassionate and high-quality dental care. Whether you need routine check-ups, cosmetic treatments, or restorative procedures, Dr. Nakhla is committed to helping you achieve optimal oral health and a confident smile.

This Accomplished Dentist Can Handle Complex Smile Reconstruction

Dr. Sam is an exceptional addition to our team at Independence Family Dentistry. With a remarkable academic background, he graduated at the top of his class from the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry. Dr. Sam furthered his education by completing a GPR residency and an oral surgery fellowship at UK Hospital in Lexington, KY. Prior to joining our practice, he gained valuable experience working at an oral surgery center for two years.

Dr. Sam’s areas of expertise are extensive and include IV sedation dentistry, advanced dental cosmetic procedures, complex full mouth rehabilitation, dental implants, root canal therapy, and impacted wisdom teeth removal. His knowledge and skills also extend to cosmetic facial procedures such as Botox and dermal fillers, for which he is board certified.

Dr. Sam’s exceptional work in implant dentistry and full mouth rehabilitation cases has earned national recognition and has been featured on multiple digital platforms. We are incredibly proud to have someone of Dr. Sam’s caliber as part of our team. His expertise and experience in various areas have transformed the lives of many of our patients.

At Independence Family Dentistry, we strive to provide the highest quality care, and having Dr. Sam on board allows us to offer an even broader range of advanced dental services. Patients can trust in his dedication to excellence and his commitment to delivering exceptional results. We are truly excited to have Dr. Sam as an integral part of our dental family.

Trust Your Smile to This Kentucky Native

Dr. Masters is thrilled to return to his home state of Kentucky after spending five years practicing dentistry in Wisconsin. He completed his dental education at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry before moving up north with his wife, who pursued a dual medical residency. However, their hearts were drawn back to Kentucky, specifically Taylor Mill, so they could be closer to the Children’s Hospital and their family residing in Burlington.

With his professional experience and dedication to his patients, Dr. Masters brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our dental practice. He is committed to providing exceptional dental care to our community and ensuring that each patient receives personalized attention and compassionate treatment.

We are delighted to have Dr. Masters as part of our team. His passion for dentistry and commitment to patient care fit in well with our practice’s vision and values. Whether you require routine dental maintenance or more complex procedures, Dr. Masters will serve you and your family’s dental needs with the utmost professionalism and care.

While Dr. Masters used to cherish spending time fishing with friends, his priorities have shifted since becoming a parent. He now joyfully devotes his time to caring for and chasing after his energetic toddler.

This Dentist Is Passionate About Delivering Quality Care

Since graduating from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry in 2012, Dr. Sarah Carver has been proudly serving the Northern Kentucky community with her expertise in dentistry.

Having grown up in Taylor Mill, Dr. Carver has deep roots in the area and currently resides in Alexandria with her husband and three children. With a household full of energetic kids involved in various sports activities, she cherishes any free time she can find, spending it trying to keep up with their adventures.

Dr. Carver’s passion for dentistry stems from the connections she forms with her patients and the potential to positively impact their lives. She finds great joy in helping her patients achieve healthy and beautiful smiles, as well as building long-lasting relationships based on trust and care.

With her compassionate nature and dedication to providing exceptional dental care, Dr. Carver strives to make each visit to our practice a comfortable and enjoyable experience. She stays up-to-date with the latest advancements in dentistry through continuing education, ensuring that her patients receive the most advanced and effective treatments available.

We are fortunate to have Dr. Carver as part of our dental team. Her commitment to patient satisfaction and her genuine enthusiasm for dentistry fit in perfectly with our practice’s mission. Whether you require preventive care, restorative treatments, or cosmetic procedures, Dr. Carver is here to provide you with personalized and compassionate dental care that will exceed your expectations.

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Fantastic service! Listened to my needs all the way through. When pain became too much of an issue, they took the time to schedule me two days later to finish… Read More

− Austin Hall

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Very thorough exam and explanations. Conservative approach taking into consideration my age, etc. Good follow up plan with no pressure. Did not feel I was being ‘sold’ something. Highly recommend… Read More

− Larry Heuser

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I have a dentist phobia…but I also like nice teeth. I switched dentists for insurance purposes and had my first office visit with Independence Family Denistry. They we’re wonderful! Friendly… Read More

− Jenna Lockard

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Excellent service! Everyone is great! I’ve been going for over four years. Best dentist office ever. Highly recommended!

− Alex McCall

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I loved it! I thought everybody there was very nice and pleasant to be around. They did good work on me and I never had any pain with anything they… Read More

− Cathy Fox

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This is the best place ever for dentistry! The staff is Amazing, personable, and quite frank just down right awesome people. They’re not only my friends they became family with… Read More

− Ash Bash

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I have absolutely nothing but amazing things to say about my experience at this office. I’ve been terrified of dentists from a very young age, and in my 27 years… Read More

− Miranda Blanco

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I really like how comfortable this dental office is. The receptionist is incredibly kind and helpful! I absolutely love every one I’ve met here so far. I’ve spent years trying… Read More

− Hannah Perkins

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The staff is very nice and my cleaning was really quick. I recommend this office to anyone who doesn’t need immediate work, they seem to have a large satisfied customer… Read More

− Cody Grace

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From the front desk to the doctors, and everyone in the back, these people are the absolute best. You’re treated as family. I couldn’t ask for a better dentist office,… Read More

− Mo K

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Fantastic service! Listened to my needs all the way through. When pain became too much of an issue, they took the time to schedule me two days later to finish… Read More

− Austin Hall

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Very thorough exam and explanations. Conservative approach taking into consideration my age, etc. Good follow up plan with no pressure. Did not feel I was being ‘sold’ something. Highly recommend… Read More

− Larry Heuser

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I have a dentist phobia…but I also like nice teeth. I switched dentists for insurance purposes and had my first office visit with Independence Family Denistry. They we’re wonderful! Friendly… Read More

− Jenna Lockard

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Excellent service! Everyone is great! I’ve been going for over four years. Best dentist office ever. Highly recommended!

− Alex McCall

“
I loved it! I thought everybody there was very nice and pleasant to be around. They did good work on me and I never had any pain with anything they… Read More

− Cathy Fox

“
This is the best place ever for dentistry! The staff is Amazing, personable, and quite frank just down right awesome people. They’re not only my friends they became family with… Read More

− Ash Bash

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I have absolutely nothing but amazing things to say about my experience at this office. I’ve been terrified of dentists from a very young age, and in my 27 years… Read More

− Miranda Blanco

“
I really like how comfortable this dental office is. The receptionist is incredibly kind and helpful! I absolutely love every one I’ve met here so far. I’ve spent years trying… Read More

− Hannah Perkins

“
The staff is very nice and my cleaning was really quick. I recommend this office to anyone who doesn’t need immediate work, they seem to have a large satisfied customer… Read More

− Cody Grace

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From the front desk to the doctors, and everyone in the back, these people are the absolute best. You’re treated as family. I couldn’t ask for a better dentist office,… Read More

− Mo K

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