Our Team

Dr. Allyson Murchison

Dr. Allyson Murchison was born and raised in Kingsport, TN. She is the only child of Marc and Marty Dunn. She has known she wanted to be a dentist since she was in the 6th grade. Growing up, Dr. Murchison danced and played softball and golf competitively. In 2015, she won the Tennessee Women’s Amateur golf tournament at Chattanooga Golf and Country Club. Allyson attended Tennessee Tech University on a golf and academic scholarship, she majored in Cellular and Molecular Biology with a Business Minor. Her junior year of college, she finished runner-up in the Ohio Valley Conference Championship.

Allyson attended dental school at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, TN where she met her now husband, Franklin. While in dental school, she was an active member of Psi Omega fraternity, American Association for Women Dentists (AAWD) and was the Honor Council president. She also was a student teacher of operative dentistry for first year dental students. She graduated with honors in 2022 and is excited to have moved to her husband’s hometown to begin her career. Her husband, Franklin, is in residency to become an oral and maxillofacial surgeon. Dr. Allyson’s goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in a welcoming environment. She is so excited to work with the wonderful doctors and staff at Cornerstone Dental Arts and states that they have already made her feel at home.

When not in the office, Allyson loves to golf, hike, read, travel, cook and spend time with her family and friends.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

We pride ourselves in excellence and the highest standard of care. Our technology is state of the art with digital radiology, which reduces radiation exposure, digital intraoral and extraoral photographs, bleaching, endodontics, and cosmetic dentistry. We also pride ourselves in being as conservative as possible with treatment. Even though we use state of the art equipment and procedures, we still base this on sound clinical research and not just fad procedures that are so popular today.

Janet Copeland,
Certified Dental Assistant, Registered Dental Assistant

Janet attended the Dental Assistant Program in Knoxville, Tennessee, and received her registration as a Dental Assistant. Janet currently has over 20 years experience as a Dental Assistant. Janet has worked for Dr. Evans for over 10 years.

Sherry Whillock,Registered Dental Hygienist

Sherry has been a Registered Dental Hygienist for nearly 25 years. She is a 1994 graduate of Meharry Medical College, where she earned the All American Scholar Award and remained on the Dean’s List throughout the Dental Hygiene Program.

Sherry resides in Knoxville with her husband and two wonderful children. She is a member of Central Baptist Church of Bearden.

Chynna Montgomery, Registered Dental Hygienist

Chynna has been in dentistry for 4 years. Chynna loves helping patients feel more confident about themselves and providing a comfortable environment to receive care.

When Chynna isn’t in the office caring for patients, she is typically outside enjoying hikes or at a concert listening to live music!

With her contagious smile and bubbly spirit, Chynna will make sure you feel comfortable every time you come in for your regular cleanings!

Lindsey Johnson, Office Manager

Lindsey was born and raised right down the road in Karns, Tenn. She has over 10 years of experience working in a dental front office. Her favorite part of her job is getting to have a front row seat to watch patients be happy and proud of their beautiful smiles. When she isn’t working, she loves spending quality time with her family and friends. She also enjoys reading, fishing, vacationing, trips to the lake or pool and walking her 3 dogs at the park.

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Makenna Bayne, Dental Assistant

Makenna has been working in the dental field since 2023 and is passionate about creating a positive and calming experience for each patient. A native of the area, Makenna graduated from Hardin Valley and went on to complete her dental assisting training at Competitive Edge Dental Assisting Academy, where she graduated in November 2023.

What Makenna enjoys most about dentistry is helping patients navigate dental anxiety by creating a welcoming environment where they feel safe, understood, and cared for.

Outside of the office, Makenna loves spending time with her friends and family, especially enjoying days on the lake or camping trips. A fun fact about her-she has a French Bulldog named Millie who keeps her on her toes. Her favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”

Gina Mahan, Practice Coordinator

Gina brings over 26 years of experience in the dental field, along with a warm, compassionate approach to patient care. Originally from the Triangle area of North Carolina, Gina is a proud graduate of the University of North Carolina. After taking time to raise her twin daughters-both of whom later graduated from the University of Tennessee-she resumed her career in dentistry and has called Tennessee home for most of her life.

As Practice Coordinator, Gina’s favorite part of her role is helping patients regain their confidence through personalized care and support.

Outside of the office, Gina enjoys the great outdoors-whether it’s hiking, gardening, or taking scenic drives through the mountains. Most of all, she cherishes spending time with her six grandchildren, who keep her happily busy.

Annelise Armbruster

Annelise has been in dentistry for over 5 years. She loves what Cornerstone stands for: patient care and connection.

Born and raised in California, Annelise moved to TN in July 2021. She loves it and claims she will never go back! Annelise loves Jesus & spending time with family.