Dr. Russell graduated from University of MO - Kansas City in 1987. Upon graduation, he completed a General Practice Residency. For the next 4 years, Dr. Russell honed his skills as a dentist in the US Army, Job Corp in Excelsior Springs, MO & with Dr. Hunter's practice in Excelsior Springs, MO until he bought his own practice in 1992 (which would later become Dental Designs).
He has three children: Alec, Avery, and Aliza, as well as three step-children with his wife Andrea: Alejando, Maya, and Lucia. He enjoys traveling, golf, fitness, and spending time with his family. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Missouri Dental Association, and the UMKC Study Club.