Our Team

Our team.

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Dr. Andrew Clingan

Dr. Andrew Clingan is an Alabama native who grew up with a love for connecting with others. Inspired by his childhood dentist, Dr. Clingan saw firsthand that compassionate care and attention to detail afforded him the opportunity to form lifelong relationships. HIs goal to to help improve the the overall health and life of each patient he serves.

Dr. Clingan earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the Jacksonville State University. He then went on to become a Doctor of Dental Medicine at the UAB School of Dentistry. Dr. Clingan is passionate about staying on the leading edge of dentistry and invests many hours into ongoing training each year. He has pursued additional training in Dental Implants, Orthodontics, and Restorative Dentistry. He is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry and the American Dental Association.

Dr. Clingan is a loving husband to his supportive wife, Emily. The two of them are almost always accompanied by their loyal pup, Halle. In their spare time, you will typically find all three of them at a local coffee shop or hiking trail. Dr. Clingan and Emily are currently on a quest to visit every National Park in the United States.

Next time you are int he office, be sure to ask Dr. Clingan about his latest adventure!


Dr. Richard H. Real, Jr.

Dr. Richard H. Real, Jr. Is a life long resident of the Bluff Park community having practiced general dentistry there for 52 years.

He attended Bluff Park Elementary School , Shades Valley High School. He received his BA degree from Birmingham Southern College and his DMD from UAB School of Dentistry. He is the past president of The Birmingham District Dental Society. He and his wife Teresa attend Bluff Park Methodist Church. They have 4 children and 5 grandchildren.