Our Doctors

Dr. Jake Holtzclaw was born and raised in Forsyth County, Georgia. He graduated from the University of Georgia before attending Dental College of Georgia.

Jake has a passion for dental mission work, and has made trips to serve communities in both Haiti and Romania. Among his loves are God, family, the outdoors, and his dog, Bud.

Dr. Holtzclaw is excited to work for Dental Partners and serve south Georgia and surrounding communities.

Dr. Margeson was born and raised in Albany, and followed in his grandfather’s footsteps by becoming a 4th generation dentist. He attended Deerfield Windsor Preparatory School kindergarten through 12th grade. He was involved in many athletics and other school programs.

Receiving his BBA in marketing from the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business in 1997, Dr. Margeson then attended the Medical College of Georgia and received his DMD in 2002. During his summers, he volunteered in multiple rural communities providing dental care to those in need. Upon graduation, Dr. Margeson worked for Turner Job Corps for a year before joining Dental Partners of Southwest Georgia.

In 2002, Dr. Margeson joined the Georgia Dental Association and is still a current member. He has been a member of the Albany Rotary Club since 2008, and is active in the community by supporting many local charities and organizations. Dr. Margeson is also active in the Dental Legislators Annual Dinners and participates in the Mallory Baptist Association’s mobile dental unit each year.

Dr. Margeson is married to Banks Middleton Margeson, who is also an Albany native. Together, they have two children, Brooks and Mary. He is an avid outdoorsman and enjoys spending time with his friends and family.

Dr. Shalisa Harswell, a native of Soperton, GA, grew up in a family of six alongside her three older brothers and parents. She has eight nieces and nephews. Dr. Harswell graduated from Treutlen High School and obtained a dual enrollment certificate upon completion of college courses. She then relocated to Statesboro, GA, to attend East Georgia State College, earning an associate’s degree in general studies. Pursuing her ambition to become a dentist, she moved to Augusta, GA, where she attended Augusta University. There, she pursued a bachelor’s degree in biology with minors in chemistry and sociology.

During her college years, Dr. Harswell actively tutored at various public schools in Augusta and held numerous leadership roles both on campus and in the community. She graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Biology Degree in just two years. After graduating, Dr. Harswell returned to Statesboro, GA, working at a dental office while preparing for the Dental Admissions Exam and fulfilling other application requirements. She also volunteered at Meadows Regional Hospital during this time.

In 2018, Dr. Harswell received her acceptance to dental school. Her journey in dentistry began in July 2019 as one of over 90 students in the class of 2023 at The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University. Over the next four years, she navigated a rigorous program requiring significant attention, discipline, and perseverance.

Dr. Harswell achieved her dream of becoming a general dentist upon graduating with her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) degree in 2023. She embarked on her residency journey in July 2023, participating in a one-year Advanced Education in Dentistry Program at the Augusta VA Medical Center. During this residency, Dr. Harswell gained extensive experience in dental surgeries, sedations, and complex full mouth cases including implants and veneers. She graduated from the residency program on June 14th, 2024.

Beyond her professional pursuits in dentistry, Dr. Harswell enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, and going on walks with her beloved canine companion, Capri.

Dr. Evan Crystal was born in Savannah, Ga and raised in Ludowici, Ga. He was introduced to dentistry early on through friendships he made while attending undergraduate, where he gained an appreciation for the impact quality dental care can have on a patient’s overall health and well-being. He went on to pursue his undergraduate education at Augusta University, where he studied Chemistry before earning his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry.

Dr. Crystal is committed to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care with a focus on creating long-lasting results. His clinical interests include implant dentistry, endodontics, cosmetic dentistry, and fixed prosthodontics. He also has a strong passion for dental mission work and values opportunities to serve others by providing care through his faith. He is a member of the American Dental Association and is actively involved in continuing education to stay current with the latest advancements in dentistry.

Outside of the office, Dr. Crystal enjoys working out, running, playing golf, and spending time outdoors. He values time with friends and family and enjoys traveling whenever possible.