Meet the Doctors

Dr. Christina Humphries (“Dr. C”)

As a fourth-generation Bay City resident, Dr. Christina Humphries (“Dr. C”) is excited to be back in her hometown. As a former Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) and Pharmacy Technician, she is grateful to return and serve the dental needs of Matagorda County and surrounding areas.

Dr. C is a Top Five Graduate of Bay City High and a Polymathic Scholar at The University of Texas at Austin (B.S. Human Biology). She earned two post-graduate degrees: Master’s in Public Health (M.P.H.) at A. T. Still University and a Doctorate in Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) at Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health.

Dr. C is a member of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, National Dental Practice-Based Research Network, Spear Faculty Club, CDOCS Fellow, Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, and Ninth District Dental Society. She has dedicated herself to extensive continuing education in CAD/CAM, Laser, Clear Aligner Orthodontics, Cosmetic, Implant, and Special Needs dentistry.

Community service has always been a part of Dr. C’s life. She has served as Junior Service League of Bay City Member, Matagorda County Museum Board Secretary, MEHOP Volunteer, St. Mark’s Episcopal Youth Group Leader, and Give Kids a Smile and Global Medical Mission Provider.

In her spare time, she enjoys singing and playing guitar, live music, traveling, and yoga. She also loves to cheer on her favorite sports teams and spend time with her fur baby, Rocky.

Dr. Jim Humphries ("Dr. H")

Dr. Jim Humphries (Dr. H) feels blessed to have served the dental needs of Matagorda County for more than 30 years. 

An honors graduate of Bay City High, Baylor University (B.S. in Biology), and the University of Texas School of Dentistry in Houston (D.D.S), Dr. Humphries’ pursuit of excellence in the dental field has led him to continue learning and staying up-to-date on the most advanced dental innovations including Cerec® (Same Day Crown), Solea® Laser (Injection Free), Orthodontics (Damon® Braces and Clear Aligners), and Sleep Medicine, to name a few.

Dr. Humphries is a member of the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, American Orthodontic Society, Texas Dental Association, and the Ninth District Dental Society. He also serves as a Clinical Associate Professor at the dental school in Houston.

Away from the office, Dr. H has been very involved in the community and has volunteered his time and talent to many organizations including Bay City Noon Lions Club, BCISD School Board, Honduras Good Works Medical Mission, MEHOP, Women's Crisis Center, and St. Mark’s Episcopal Church. In his spare time, he enjoys traveling, cycling, hiking, marathons, triathlons, and iRonman events. He will always be an avid sports fan and loyal to his college and Texas teams during baseball, football, and basketball seasons! Dr. H is married to Elsa Mercado Humphries and shares his practice with their daughter Christina, (Dr. C).