Meet the Dentists
Dr. Richard Warriner
Dr. Richard Warriner is a graduate of the University of Mississippi, with a Bachelors Degree in Biology and Chemistry. He then attended the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry. He then completed his Pediatric Dentistry Specialty Training at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. His specialty training included emphasis in mentally compromised and mentally and physically handicapped patients. He is an active staff member of North Mississippi Medical Center and Surgery Center. He is a member of the American Dental Association, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and the Southeastern Society of Pediatric Dentistry. He is also active in community activities such as the Tupelo Kiwansis Club, Tupelo Symphony and Boy Scouts of America. He and his wife Dale have two children, Trice and Dee Dee. In his free time his hobbies include hunting, fly-fishing, singing and boating.
Dr. Trice Sumner
Dr. Trice Sumner is a graduate of the University of Mississippi with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Science. She received her dental education at the University of Tennessee college of Dentistry and completed her residency at Children’s Hospital of Denver, where she was honored as chief resident. Dr. Sumner is a member of the American Dental Association, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Southeastern Society of Pediatric Dentistry, and the Mississippi Dental Association. She is an active staff member of North Mississippi Medical Center and Surgery Center. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. In the community, Dr. Sumner is involved in symphony chorus, church choir, volunteers for the Sanctuary Hospice House, and is President of the Board of the Northeast Mississippi Family Resource Center and Child Advocacy Center. She and her husband, Harry, have two children Wesley and Hall. In their free time, they enjoy outdoor activities, cooking, and spending time with family.
Continuing Education
Drs. Warriner and Sumner's pediatric dental degrees required an additional two years of study following the completion of each of their four-year dental degrees. This special training allows them to provide treatment for a wide variety of children's dental problems. Drs. Warriner and Sumner are also trained to treat special patients who may have emotional or physical handicaps. We believe the primary way to implement the latest technology is by placing a strong emphasis on continuing education. Each year Drs. Warriner and Sumner attend continuing education courses in order to stay on the forefront of children's dental care and remain well informed.