Dr. Ali, D.M.D.
Dr. Ali is a graduate of The University of Mississippi School of Dentistry and has been in practice in Hattiesburg and Laurel for the last few years. She and her husband Wilson, have a little boy that keep the two of them super busy. Dr. Ali cannot wait for the opportunity to meet you. She is now offering Invisalign, Teeth bleaching, Botox, and many other procedures.
Meet our Dentists
James A. Bounds, D.M.D., F.A.G.D.
Dr. Bounds is a lifetime resident of Jones County. He graduated from South Jones High School, Jones County Junior College, The University of Mississippi, and The University Of Mississippi School Of Dentistry. He is a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry. He is a member of the Mississippi Dental Association, the CDCA Board, the American Dental Association, the Mississippi Dental Association, the Third District association and the Laurel Area Dental association.
He has served as past president of the MDA’s Third District Dental Society and the Laurel Area Dental Association. He is member of the Laurel Rotary Club, and the JCJC Alumni.
He has served as past president of the MDA’s Third District Dental Society and the Laurel Area Dental Association. He is member of the Laurel Rotary Club, and the JCJC Alumni. He has also served as member and past president of the Mississippi State Board of Dental Examiners. Dr. Bounds has extensive training in ortho devices and Implant dentistry. He is a member of the Ellisville First United Methodist Church and is active in numerous civic organizations. Dr. Bounds’ wife, Carla Bounds is a retired Gifted Teacher, from Jones County school system.
Meet our Team
Throughout our many years of service, we, at Bounds Family Dental, have realized one thing – good people make a great team. We have proudly employed not only very skilled technicians and staff, but people that know the difference quality dental care can make for a patient. On this page, you will find a brief background on our dental team. As you will see, many are locals from the community. Please take a a few moments to meet them.
Alexus is originally from Lucedale and attended JCJC on a soccer scholarship. She now resides in Hattiesburg with her pup, Duke. She has been a Dental Assistant for 3 years and is CPR and Radiology certified. In her spare time, she enjoys hanging out with her friends and working out.
Tessa is from Waynesboro and is a 2024 MCC graduate. She and her husband now reside in the Eucutta Community with their son, Barrett. She is a Registered Dental Hygienist and is Radiology and CPR certified. She has been in the dental field for over 5 years. She and her family enjoy being on the water during the summer and hunting any chance they get.
Joan was raised in Tuckers Crossing and now resides in the Pecan Grove community with her husband, Jimmy. She has two children, Christina and Kirkland. She is a graduate of North East Jones and JCJC. She has been in the dental field for 30 years as an assistant and insurance coordinator. She is CPR and Radiology certified. In her spare time, she enjoys antique shopping with her husband and spending time with her family, especially her three grandchildren, Amelia, Cece, and Olivia.
Kim is a resident of Jones County and graduated from North East Jones High School. She also graduated from Jones County Junior College and Pearl River Community College. Kim has been a Registered Dental Hygienist for 30 years and is a lifetime member of the Jones County Junior Auxiliary. Kim has specialized training in botox and filler and is CPR and radiology certified. She has two children, Conar and MacKenzie. In her spare time, she enjoys being with her children and traveling.
Beth was born and raised in Jones County and graduated Laurel High School. She has 43 years of dental experience, 31 of those with Dr. Bounds. She also has specialized training in Sedation Dentistry, Implants, Botox and fillers. Beth is also CPR and radiology certified. Beth and her husband, Don have two children, Ashley and Charlie. Outside of work Beth enjoys being with her grandchildren, camping, fishing, and attending Bethlehem Community Church in Sharon.
Carla is a Bay Springs, MS native and graduated from Sylva Bay Academy. In 2009 she graduated from the Dental Assisting program at MCC. She is DANB, CPR and radiology certified. Carla has been in the dental profession for 10 years. She is an active member at her Church, Antioch Baptist Church of Louin. She has one son, Christian. In her spare time Carla enjoys spending time with family and friends.