Page 91 - South Mississippi Living - August, 2020

FAMILY DENTAL
SOUTH MISSISSIPPI Living | www.smliving.net August 2020 | 91
LOCATION
9072 Lorraine Road Gulfport, MS 39503 228.896.1840
Karen M. Crews, D.M.D. Number of years you’ve practiced: Our combined experience
Eli Lowry, D.M.D.
is 40 years
When it comes to health, what is one thing you wish your patients knew? In the words of Surgeon General Everett Koop who served under President Ronald Reagan and still hold true today “Without good oral health you are not healthy”
What does practicing dentistry mean to you? Practicing dentistry allows us to serve our community our community through education, prevention, and treatment. It is also a platform to advocate for the importance of good oral health.
Who or what inspired you to pursue your career? We are inspired daily by the dedication of our team and the con dence our patients have in us.
What is the biggest health issue you see in South Mississippi? Educating our community about the vital role oral health plays in overall health. Often, chronic illness can be identi ed in the oral cavity.
What do you like to do when it’s time to unwind? We enjoy spending time with our families.
What is on your bucket list? We are living our bucket list.