Dr. Chris Brady, DDS
Dental School:
The University of Texas Dental Branch, Houston, TX – Doctor of Dental Surgery, 1977
College:
West Texas State University – Bachelor of Science in Biology
Accepted early into Dental School
Professional Memberships:
- Sharing Hope Ministries Board of Directors
Practice Focus
For more than 40 years, Dr. Brady has proudly led Brady Dental Group, providing exceptional family dentistry to the Amarillo area. His extensive experience in smile makeovers and full-mouth rehabilitation has helped thousands of patients restore their confidence and transform their smiles.
Get to Know Dr. Brady
Born in Claude, Texas, Dr. Chris Brady grew up working in his family’s grocery store, run by his parents, Bill and Elizabeth Brady. From sacking groceries on a milk crate at age six to learning the value of hard work, integrity, and perseverance, those early lessons shaped both his personal and professional life.
When the family grocery store was forced to close during his high school years, Dr. Brady’s father refused to declare bankruptcy and instead repaid every debt in full — a testament to the family’s deep-rooted honesty and commitment. Dr. Brady has carried that same philosophy throughout his life: a man’s word is his bond.
His journey toward dentistry began during Boys State in Austin, where he was appointed to the State Board of Dental Examiners, sparking his lifelong interest in the field.
The Road to Dentistry
Dr. Brady’s path to dental school was one of determination and grit. With limited finances, he worked various jobs while attending West Texas State University. One of those jobs — stocking candy machines for the Gallineau Brothers — led to an encounter that would change his life.
While filling candy machines one day, he spotted a beautiful blonde student named Ronnie. After tracking down her number and introducing himself as “the Candy Man,” the two went on their first date and soon became inseparable. They married on January 6, 1973, a decision that began a lifelong partnership built on love, faith, and humor (to this day, Dr. Brady still buys Ronnie Snickers bars to make up for never giving her one while working the candy route!).
After being accepted early to dental school, Dr. Brady and Ronnie moved to Houston in 1973, where they both worked multiple jobs to make ends meet. Despite the challenges — including floods, long commutes, and tight budgets — those years were filled with faith, hard work, and unforgettable memories.
Building a Practice & a Legacy
Dr. Brady graduated from dental school in 1977 and returned to the Texas Panhandle, establishing his practice in Amarillo. He began his career in the office of Dr. Carter Karr, who became a trusted mentor and friend. With Ronnie by his side handling everything from bookkeeping to assisting, Brady Dental Group truly started as a family effort.
Over the years, Dr. Brady’s practice grew steadily, built on personal relationships, quality care, and a strong commitment to his patients. In 1982, he welcomed Dr. Dan Bentley to share office space — a partnership that lasted 25 years, sealed only with a handshake.
In 1980, Dr. Brady and Ronnie welcomed their daughter, Kimberly, into the world. Family has always been at the heart of Dr. Brady’s life and work, and he made sure to dedicate Fridays to “Daughter Day,” volunteering at Kimberly’s schools and staying involved through every season of her education.
When Kimberly followed in her father’s footsteps, earning her DDS from the same dental school, it was one of Dr. Brady’s proudest moments. In 2007, he officially welcomed Dr. Kimberly Gilbert and Dr. Laura Turner to the practice, expanding Brady Dental Group into a thriving family-centered dental home.
Life Beyond Dentistry
Dr. Brady has served on numerous nonprofit boards throughout his career, including the High Plains Epilepsy Board, Patsy’s Place, Sunshine Cottage, and The Opportunity Plan, always striving to give back to the community that supported him.
He and Ronnie are deeply proud of their daughter, Kimberly, and their two granddaughters, Bradyn and Riley, who bring constant joy to their lives. When not spending time making memories with their granddaughters, the Brady’s enjoy escaping to the fresh mountain air of Red River, New Mexico and taking long vacations in the smoky mountains of Tennessee.
Dr. Laura Turner, DDS
Dental School:
The University of Texas Dental Branch, Houston, TX – Doctor of Dental Surgery, 2007
Graduated Top 6 in her class
College:
Texas A&M University, College Station, TX – Bachelor of Science in Biology, Magna Cum Laude
Professional Memberships:
- Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society
- Texas Dental Association
- American Dental Association
- American Academy of Clear Aligners
Practice Focus:
Dr. Turner is passionate about creating confident, healthy smiles. She has extensive experience with Invisalign®, helping patients achieve beautifully aligned teeth discreetly and comfortably.
Dr. Turner is a Healthy Start® Specialist, offering a non-invasive, pain-free, and drug-free approach to help children overcome sleep and airway disorders while naturally guiding teeth into proper alignment—often without the need for braces.
Get to Know Dr. Turner
Dr. Laura Turner (formerly Laura Schrib) grew up in Canyon, Texas, and graduated from Canyon High School in 1998. It was there she met her high school sweetheart and now husband, Dr. Dustin Turner, who practices family medicine at Access M.D. After earning their degrees from Texas A&M University and completing professional schools in Houston, they returned home to the Texas Panhandle to raise their family.
Dr. Turner’s passion for dentistry began in high school while undergoing orthodontic treatment. Inspired by her orthodontist’s assistant, she discovered that dentistry perfectly combined her love for science, helping others, and having a family-centered career. During a mission trip in college, she realized that dentistry could also be a form of ministry—serving people both physically and spiritually.
Dr. Turner met Dr. Gilbert on her first day of dental school, and the two quickly became close friends, studying and working side by side throughout their education. When Dr. Brady and Dr. Gilbert later invited her to join Brady Dental Group, she was thrilled to become part of the team she now calls family.
Outside the Office
Dr. Turner and her husband have two wonderful children, Levi and Ashley. Levi, a student at Canyon High School (Class of 2027), enjoys football, basketball, and baseball, while Ashley, who attends Canyon Junior High, loves basketball and volleyball. One of Dr. Turner’s very favorite things to do is to watch her kids do what they love. Many weekends, as well as many hours during the week, are devoted to practices, lessons, games and tournaments.
Dr. Turner hopes that being on these teams will teach her children the value of teamwork, what it means to give it all you have for a team and not just for your benefit, to be one to encourage and to be able to celebrate others successes; being a good winner and a good loser. Also very importantly teaching them that they can do hard things and there is a great value in hard work and discipline.
In 2020, the family welcomed Oakley, a mini Aussiedoodle who quickly became everyone’s favorite companion.
When she’s not at the office, Dr. Turner loves spending time with family and friends—playing board games late into the night, taking weekend trips to the lake or ranch, and singing. When there is music, expect her to be singing along, even while she is working on patients. Music is a big part of her life, from leading worship on mission trips in Guatemala to serving on the praise team at Hillside Christian Church in Canyon, where her family are active members.
