Meet the Pelham Links Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Doctors

Dr. Kyle Greer

Kyle S. Greer is a native of Greenville, SC. He graduated from Clemson University in Microbiology in 1990. He then attended MUSC where he received his dental degree in 1994. He then completed a residency program in Advanced Education in General Dentistry located in Richmond.

Dr. Greer has been a partner at Pelham Links Family and Cosmetic Dentistry since 1996.

He enjoys many aspects of dentistry, especially those focusing on cosmetics and straightening.

He is a member of the ADA (American Dental Association), SCDA (South Carolina Dental Association), AGD (Academy of General Dentistry) and he maintains continuing education programs to stay on the cutting edge of dentistry.

Dr. Shannon Hudson

Dr. Shannon Hudson was born in Lafayette, Indiana and grew up in Camden, South Carolina and southeastern Texas.

Dr. Hudson received his undergraduate education with a major in Zoology at Texas A&M from 1990-1991 and The Ohio State University from 1991-1993. He then attended The Ohio State University School of Dentistry and received his DDS in 1997 while receiving the distinguished award for Implantology from the International Congress of Oral Implantology. Dr. Hudson then attended Commission Officer Training in the United States Air Force at Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery, Alabama where he received the honor of distinguished graduate. He then went on to complete his residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) at Wright Patterson Medical Center in Dayton, Ohio from 1997-1998. Dr. Hudson served as a Captain in the United States Air Force from 1997-2000.

In 2007 Dr. Hudson completed the year long Maxi Course in Implantology Residency at NYU in New York City. He is constantly increasing his knowledge by attending numerous continuing education courses to stay on the cutting edge of the latest advancements in dentistry. Dr Hudson joined the Pelham Links team in June 2000, where he has been a partner for 20 years. He is an active member of the ADA (American Dental Association), AAID (American Academy of Implant Dentistry), ICOI (International Congress of Oral Implantology)and the AGD (Academy of General Dentistry).

Dr. Hudson and his family currently live in Simpsonville, SC. He and his wife have been married for 25 years and they have 3 beautiful children. He is an active member at First Baptist Church of Simpsonville. He enjoys giving back to the community by donating time to the Greenville Free Medical Clinic, as well as helping lead international mission trips around the world including locations such as Honduras, Ecuador, South Central Mexico, and Costa Rica.

Dr. Hudson is an avid college football and basketball fan. He also enjoys singing with his church, working out and sports such as boating, fishing and golf.

Dr. Rob Powell

Dr. Powell was born in Greenville, SC. After receiving his undergraduate degree in Physics from Furman University, he married his high school sweetheart Suzie. They moved to North Carolina where he earned his dental degree from the University of North Carolina School of Dentistry and she trained to become a veterinarian at North Carolina State University.

Upon graduation in 2001 they moved back to Greenville and couldn't imagine a better place to live and raise a family. Dr. Powell has two daughters and there's usually a few male cats and dogs hanging around to make him feel not so outnumbered by girls. He is involved with his church, and attends several local dental study clubs.

He has finished the continuing education curriculum at the Dawson Institute for Advanced Dental Studies and enjoys being a student of the best profession on earth. Dr. Powell feels blessed coming to work everyday because of the great staff at Pelham Links and getting to help their wonderful patients improve and maintain their dental health.

Dr. Nate Calvert

Dr. Nate Calvert, a proud native of Fountain Inn, grew up immersed in our close-knit community and continues to be an active member of the Simpsonville First Baptist Church. After completing his education, he happily returned to his roots, eager to live and practice dentistry in the very community that shaped him. Driven by a genuine passion for dentistry, he takes great pleasure in treating familiar faces and getting to know new ones - striving to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for all.Dr. Calvert especially enjoys the positive impact he can have on children's oral health, creating healthy habits and smiles to last a lifetime. His ability to make patients feel at ease and confident in their smiles aligns with our mission to serve our patients with the highest standards of care.Beyond the dental office, Dr. Calvert leads an active lifestyle, with an interest in running, hunting, fishing, and playing all types of sports, including participating in a recreational basketball league. A passionate supporter of the Atlanta Braves, he proudly claims the title of the biggest Braves fan you've ever met!

Deeply committed to giving back, Dr. Calvert has embarked on numerous mission trips to countries like Ecuador and the Dominican Republic, with plans for more in the future. Locally, he actively engages with free dental clinics and generously volunteers his time and skills to serve those in need.

Dr. Calvert's educational journey began at Anderson University, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry. He then went on to earn his Doctorate of Medicine in Dentistry from the prestigious Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). Throughout his academic pursuits, he displayed exceptional leadership skills, serving as the President of Baptist Collegiate Ministries and later as the Class President of MUSC CDM 2023.

Dr. Nate Calvert is excited to join you on your dental care journey and is fully committed to partnering with you to achieve your healthiest and most confident smile.

Dr. Nate Calvert of Pelham Links Family and Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Matthew Blackwell of Pelham Links Family and Cosmetic Dentistry

Dr. Matthew Blackwell, DMD

Dr. Blackwell was born and raised in Pickens, South Carolina, and is proud to call the upstate of South Carolina home. Dr. Blackwell received his undergraduate education at Southern Wesleyan University, where he majored in Pre-medicine with a minor in Chemistry from 2009-2013. While at Southern Wesleyan, Dr. Blackwell competed on the men’s golf team.

After graduating from Southern Wesleyan, Dr. Blackwell attended the Dental College of Georgia and received his DMD in 2019. After earning his DMD, Dr. Blackwell chose to further his education by attending an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency program in Augusta, GA where he served as chief resident. In 2020, he completed the yearlong Maxi Course in Implantology in Augusta Georgia. Dr. Blackwell seeks to be a life-long learner and continually advance his knowledge by attending continuing education courses. He enjoys practicing evidence-based dentistry and staying up to date on technology in the dental field. Dr. Blackwell is a member of the ADA (American Dental Association) and the South Carolina Dental Association (SCDA) as well as the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD).

Dr. Blackwell is married to his high school sweetheart, Gracie, and they have two young children. Dr. Blackwell has been able to serve on several dental mission trips to the Dominican Republic and Haiti and enjoys being able to provide life-changing treatment for those in need. In his free time, Dr. Blackwell is an avid golfer and enjoys working on cars, watching all sports, and spending time with his friends and family.

Dr. Zarmina Hussain

Dr. Zarmina Hussain received her Doctor of Dental Surgery atthe prestigious University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine. Prior to herDDS, Dr. Hussain went to graduate school in Long Island, NY where she got aMasters in Public Health from Stony Brook University School of Health Sciences. She has worked in Greenville SC as afull time dentist for the past ten years and calls it home. Dr. Hussain’s corebelief is to practice honest ethical dentistry.  Her favorite part of being a dentist, isforming a lasting bond of mutual respect and trust with her patients. Dr.Hussain is a member of the American Dental Association and the South Carolina DentalAssociation. She actively pursues continuing education to stay on the cuttingedge of dentistry and provide the best care for her patients.

Dr. Hussain moved to Greenville in 2014 when she married her soul mate, Dr. Jabran Hussain, an upstate native. They are blessed with three incredible girls. Dr. Hussain and her husband love the great outdoors, travelling and spending time with friends and family.

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