Our Mission
Making dental care delightful
At Bass Dentistry in Gastonia, Dr. Diana Bass and our team treat you like family. Whether you are coming in for a routine visit or suffering from dental problems, our skilled team will ensure that your needs are met, and expectations are exceeded.
We understand that some may be apprehensive about their visit. We always take time to make patients feel at ease and address any concerns they may have. Most patients find comfort in a visit with our therapy dog, Fender, who eases tension and brings happiness to everyone around him. Our goal is to bring you comfort while providing a service that is so important to your quality of life.
Gastonia Family and cosmetic dentist
Dr. Diana Bass
Dr. Diana Bass is a Gastonia native who has recently returned to her hometown to pursue her career closer to family. Dr. Bass is the daughter of a dentist, and grew up learning the value of a healthy smile. She is married with two young daughters.
Dr. Bass graduated from Duke University with a degree in Biology and Psychology. She then received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree with honors from the UNC Chapel Hill. Following graduation, she completed a two-year General Practice Residency at the UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill, serving as Chief Resident her second year.
Before returning to Gastonia, Dr. Bass worked as a general dentist in the Research Triangle. During that time, she also held full dental surgical privileges at WakeMed Raleigh where she was able to render comprehensive dental treatment to patients with severe anxiety, special needs, or medical issues in the operating room setting.
Dr. Bass has experience in all aspects of dentistry including aesthetic and functional restorative dentistry, crown and bridge restorations, oral surgery, and root canals. She prides herself in valuing patient education and working with patients to restore their dentition and their smile.
Giving back to the community is also a passion for Dr. Bass. She regularly serves the community through dentistry projects including the Missions of Mercy Dental Clinics through the North Carolina Dental Society. She is a member of the First United Methodist Church and was excited to return to her hometown and serve as a dentist to the Gastonia community.
Our Team
We look forward to meeting you and allowing you to become part of our Bass Dentistry family. Our team is well trained and aim to assist you in making your dental experience as pleasant as possible. Meet our team and find out why we’re passionate about what we do.
Fender
Therapy Dog
Fender is therapy certified from Invisible Paw Prints and an AKC Canine Good Citizen Certification. He works with patients to provide comfort or a welcome distraction during their dental treatment by sitting on laps in the operatory or being available for pets from Dr. Bass’s office.
Haley Stone
head dental assistant
Haley graduated from the Dental Assisting Program at Central Piedmont Community College. She enjoys wrestling patients’ tongues & working alongside Dr. Bass to provide excellent dental treatment for her patients. At home, she loves being a mommy to a beautiful baby girl.
Hunter Ledford
dental hygienist
Hunter is our Dental Hygienist. She graduated from the Dental Hygiene Program at Catawba Valley Community College in 2019. She loves cleaning teeth and educating patients about their oral health. She is also very active in her church during her free time.
Misty Hopkins
dental assistant
Misty has a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts from Western Carolina and a certification in Dental Assisting. She enjoys reading, drawing illustrations, and watching old films when at home.
Glenda Standridge
front desk
Glenda has worked the front desk for 46 years. She enjoys reading, going to the theatre, and gardening during her free time.
Fender
Therapy Dog
Fender is therapy certified from Invisible Paw Prints and an AKC Canine Good Citizen Certification. He works with patients to provide comfort or a welcome distraction during their dental treatment by sitting on laps in the operatory or being available for pets from Dr. Bass’s office.
Haley Stone
head dental assistant
Haley graduated from the Dental Assisting Program at Central Piedmont Community College. She enjoys wrestling patients’ tongues & working alongside Dr. Bass to provide excellent dental treatment for her patients. At home, she loves being a mommy to a beautiful baby girl.
Hunter Ledford
dental hygienist
Hunter is our Dental Hygienist. She graduated from the Dental Hygiene Program at Catawba Valley Community College in 2019. She loves cleaning teeth and educating patients about their oral health. She is also very active in her church during her free time.
Michelle Mays-McGee
Dental Hygienist
Michelle has been in dentistry for over 20 years, spending 6 years as an Assistant and 14 years as a hygienist, with a degree from Catawba Valley Community College. She is our newest member to the Bass Dentistry team. Michelle has been married for 20 years, and has two beautiful daughters. In addition to spending time with her family, she loves camping, skating, 4 wheelers, and anything that goes fast!
Misty Hopkins
dental assistant
Misty has a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts from Western Carolina and a certification in Dental Assisting. She enjoys reading, drawing illustrations, and watching old films when at home. Misty spends her free time with her husband and two bunny furbabies.
Glenda Standridge
front desk
Glenda has worked the front desk for 46 years. She enjoys reading, going to the theatre, and gardening during her free time.
Heather Alverez
Front Desk
Heather attended CPCC to become a Certified Dental Assistant. She enjoys seeing patients each day and helping them with any needs that arise. Heather spends a majority of her free time at her gym training for Spartan races and The Tactical Games, and enjoying time with her family.
Julia Callister
Patient Care Coordinator
Julia has been with our team for over a year, and always greets patients with a friendly smile! She enjoys spending her time with her family, meeting new friends while traveling on vacation, and event planning. Julia helps keep everything orderly and running smoothly day to day with her amazing organizational skills!
Fender
Therapy Dog
Fender is therapy certified from Invisible Paw Prints and an AKC Canine Good Citizen Certification. He works with patients to provide comfort or a welcome distraction during their dental treatment by sitting on laps in the operatory or being available for pets from Dr. Bass’s office.
Haley Stone
head dental assistant
Haley graduated from the Dental Assisting Program at Central Piedmont Community College. She enjoys wrestling patients’ tongues & working alongside Dr. Bass to provide excellent dental treatment for her patients. At home, she loves being a mommy to a beautiful baby girl.
Hunter Ledford
dental hygienist
Hunter is our Dental Hygienist. She graduated from the Dental Hygiene Program at Catawba Valley Community College in 2019. She loves cleaning teeth and educating patients about their oral health. She is also very active in her church during her free time.
Michelle Mays-McGee
Dental Hygienist
Michelle has been in dentistry for over 20 years, spending 6 years as an Assistant and 14 years as a hygienist, with a degree from Catawba Valley Community College. She is our newest member to the Bass Dentistry team. Michelle has been married for 20 years, and has two beautiful daughters. In addition to spending time with her family, she loves camping, skating, 4 wheelers, and anything that goes fast!
Misty Hopkins
dental assistant
Misty has a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts from Western Carolina and a certification in Dental Assisting. She enjoys reading, drawing illustrations, and watching old films when at home. Misty spends her free time with her husband and two bunny furbabies.
Glenda Standridge
front desk
Glenda has worked the front desk for 46 years. She enjoys reading, going to the theatre, and gardening during her free time.
Heather Alverez
Front Desk
Heather attended CPCC to become a Certified Dental Assistant. She enjoys seeing patients each day and helping them with any needs that arise. Heather spends a majority of her free time at her gym training for Spartan races and The Tactical Games, and enjoying time with her family.
Julia Callister
Patient Care Coordinator
Julia has been with our team for over a year, and always greets patients with a friendly smile! She enjoys spending her time with her family, meeting new friends while traveling on vacation, and event planning. Julia helps keep everything orderly and running smoothly day to day with her amazing organizational skills!
Fender
Therapy Dog
Fender is therapy certified from Invisible Paw Prints and an AKC Canine Good Citizen Certification. He works with patients to provide comfort or a welcome distraction during their dental treatment by sitting on laps in the operatory or being available for pets from Dr. Bass’s office.
Haley Stone
head dental assistant
Haley graduated from the Dental Assisting Program at Central Piedmont Community College. She enjoys wrestling patients’ tongues and working alongside Dr. Bass to provide excellent dental treatment for her patients. At home, she loves being a mommy to a beautiful baby girl.
Hunter Ledford
dental hygienist
Hunter is our Dental Hygienist. She graduated from the Dental Hygiene Program at Catawba Valley Community College in 2019. She loves cleaning teeth and educating patients about their oral health. She is also very active in her church during her free time.
Misty Hopkins
dental assistant
Misty has a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts from Western Carolina and a certification in Dental Assisting. She enjoys reading, drawing illustrations, and watching old films when at home.
Glenda Standridge
front desk
Glenda has worked the front desk for 46 years. She enjoys reading, going to the theatre, and gardening during her free time.
Heather Alverez
Front Desk
Heather attended CPCC to become a Certified Dental Assistant. She enjoys seeing patients each day and helping them with any needs that arise. Heather spends a majority of her free time at her gym training for Spartan races and The Tactical Games, and enjoying time with her family.
Our Promise
General Dentistry to cosmetic restorations,
Bass Dentistry has you covered.
who we are
We are a Gastonia family dentist that provides gentle and compassionate care to patients of all ages. Our team of six is led by Dr. Diana Bass, a Gastonia native and second-generation dentist. Together, we aim to provide the best possible dental care to each of our patients. Your smile is our top priority!
