DERRICK THOMPSON DDS - Key Persons

Job Titles:

• Registered Dental Hygienist

Job Titles:

• Registered Dental Hygienist at Derrick Thompson Dental Spa

Courtney Payton is a dedicated and passionate Registered Dental Hygienist at Derrick Thompson Dental Spa. She graduated from the Cypress College Dental Hygiene Program in Orange County, CA, as part of the Class of 2024, where she was honored with the prestigious Professionalism Award for her outstanding commitment both in and out of the classroom. In addition to her dental hygiene education, Courtney holds Associate of Arts degrees in Behavioral & Social Sciences and Health Professions. She is also an active member of the Los Angeles Dental Hygiene Society Community Outreach Team, contributing to oral health awareness initiatives in the community. Before becoming a dental hygienist, Courtney worked as a Registered Dental Assistant for over six years, specializing in oral surgery. This experience gave her a strong foundation in patient care, surgical procedures, and the importance of compassionate dentistry. She is deeply passionate about providing top-quality patient care and helping others achieve healthy, confident smiles. For Courtney, dentistry isn't just a career-it's a calling. Outside of work, Courtney enjoys traveling, exercising, and shopping. She has been happily married to her husband for six years, and while they don't have children yet, they love exploring new experiences together.

Derrick L. Thompson, DDS, is a cosmetic, restorative, and family dentist who practices in Beverly Grove, Los Angeles. He has more than 25 years of experience practicing dentistry. Dr. Thompson was born in the small Louisiana town of Bogalusa. When he was two, his family moved to California so that he and his sister could get the best possible education. Ironically, Dr. Thompson eventually returned to the South to complete his education. He completed his first two years of undergrad at the University of California, Berkeley, but he decided it was best to transfer to Grambling State University in Grambling, Louisiana. He majored in biology at Grambling and decided to pursue dentistry. After college, Dr. Thompson attended Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry in Nashville, Tennessee. After obtaining his dentistry degree at the age of 26, he joined the United States Navy Dental Corps, where he expanded on his education, developed leadership skills, and learned how to help patients feel comfortable and relaxed even in the most challenging conditions. Dr. Thompson is proud to provide top-quality dental care to patients of all ages throughout Los Angeles. For the finest in dentistry services, call or use the online booking tool. Derrick L. Thompson, DDS, knows that many people find going to the dentist stressful and uncomfortable, which is why he and his staff strive to provide the best possible experience at his Beverly Grove, Los Angeles practice. It's his goal to change dentistry's image, and he approaches his practice like a dental spa and thinks of dentistry as art.

Job Titles:

• Registered Dental Hygienist