Dr. Lawrence Shell graduated from the Ohio State University College of Dentistry in 1965 and began his practice of general dentistry after serving a dental residency in Connecticut. He joined the faculty of the College of Dentistry in 1969 and continued as a part-time instructor thought the mid 80's. In 1972, he joined Dr. Monett to form Dental Associates, and through his leadership the practice has grown over the years to where it is today, as one of the leading providers of interdisciplinary dental care in the city of Columbus. Dr. Shell has been honored by achieving the status of a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry and has been inducted as a Fellow in the International College of Dentists. He has devoted many hours over the years in service to both his profession and his community.