Meet Dr. David Wallitt

The Professional Side

Dr. Dave Wallitt joined Habersham Dental in 2024, bringing a wealth of experience and a patient-first philosophy to the team. A former U.S. Army dentist with five years of active duty service, Dr. Wallitt is passionate about helping patients achieve their unique goals—whether it’s relieving pain, restoring health or enhancing their smiles.

Dr. Wallitt’s journey to dentistry is as diverse as his professional background. After earning an undergraduate business degree and an MBA, he pivoted to his passion for healthcare and was awarded the Health Professions Scholarship. Dr. Wallitt completed his dental education at the Medical University of South Carolina and entered active duty in the Army at Fort Carson, Colorado, where he completed the Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency.

During his military career, he gained extensive experience in leadership and advanced dentistry. Upon arrival at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, Dr. Wallitt worked directly with specialists and completed the Advanced Clinical Practice (ACP) program. He was then selected by his Commander to lead a 35-chair clinic with a team of 73 employees. Dr. Wallitt also mentored AEGD residents in digital dentistry and extractions. Dr. Wallitt moved to Fort Hood, TX, for his final duty station and deployed overseas with the 581st Area Support Medical Company for Operation Freedom Sentinel.

Dr. Wallitt values the supportive and collaborative atmosphere at Habersham Dental, where a talented team works seamlessly to provide exceptional patient care. His time in the military reinforced the importance of putting patients first, and he is proud to contribute to a practice that embodies this commitment.

The Personal Side

Outside of work, Dr. Wallitt enjoys spending time with his wife, Bethanne, and their two young daughters, Collins and Kennedy. The family loves exploring the Richmond Hill community and spending time boating together.