Dr. Nelson was born and raised in Chelan where he developed a strong appreciation for the beauty of North Central Washington. He graduated from Chelan High School as Salutatorian in 2006. Following high school, he received his undergraduate degree from Whitworth University, majoring in Biology and minoring in Biochemistry and Spanish. Dr. Nelson began his Dental School training at the University of Washington School of Dentistry and graduated with honors in June 2015. Upon completion of his Doctorate in Dental Surgery, he accepted a one-year residency for Advanced Education in General Dentistry in Boise, Idaho with special emphasis in Rehabilitation Dentistry; including the fields of Orthodontics and Implant Dentistry, as well as, Oral Surgery and Sedation Dentistry. Dr. Nelson joined Wenatchee Dental after completing his advanced training in July of 2016.
Dr. Nelson believes that oral health is critical to a long, healthy, and enjoyable life. He has trained extensively in optimizing the longevity of teeth by studying the bite, the jaw, and the materials available to replace worn or broken teeth. Dr. Nelson is a member of the North Central Washington Implant Study Club, and the American Dental Association, Marshall Hanson Composite Veneer Group, and the Corky Willhite Transitional Bonding group. Aside from his work at Wenatchee Dental, he loves spending time with his young family. Dr. Nelson married his wife Laney in July 2018 and their first child, Halle, was born in March 2020. When not with family, an avid outdoors-man, he enjoys hunting, fly fishing, and any outdoor activities that take him to the mountains and waters of this beautiful area.
Dr. Nelson is passionate about dentistry and is thrilled to be back home serving patients of the greater Wenatchee Valley and beyond. He enjoys catering to the individual needs of patients, whatever they may be, as nothing is as gratifying to him as a happy patient. Dr. Nelson is excited to cultivate relationships with new patients and help them on their journey to holistic oral health.