I liked working with my hands and liked working with people so it kind of became a natural fit for me. I’ve always been pretty mechanical and along that line. So I grew up on a farm and we had boats and we had to fix our own so I’m used to working in kind of what used to be tight spaces and in the mouth and dealing with the public. So that kind of led to each other, just a lot of mechanical type working, like I said, with my hands.
When I was in college, I think it was between my junior and senior years in college, I went to UK for a pre-dent, pre-med, pre-pharmacy, and it was for two months. And during the summer they had us explore the dental school, dental students, dentists, medical, MD doctors, surgeons, OBGYNs, all of the above, and pharmacy. And so we spent two months, 8:00 to 5:00, doing all of that. So that further cemented my passion to become a dentist.
When I’m able to deliver, like, the smile, health that the patients want, the healthy mouth, and the consequence of they get the look they want as well, that is my favorite part. I’m kind of a continuing education junkie. It gives them more options. And we’re glad that even though we’re here in Paducah, Kentucky, we can give them care the same as if they’re in LA, Nashville, New York, or any place else because I’ve trained under all of them.
Dr. William E. Hay Treats His Patients Like Family
Dr. William Hay combines clinical dentistry with small-town care and communication that will make you and your family feel right at home. At his practice, you are treated like family!
A Kentucky native, Dr. Hay received his medical degree from the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry. He is an alumnus of the world-renowned Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies. His focus on postdoctoral clinical dentistry enables him to provide some of the latest advances in dental technology. You can expect the latest techniques in treatments like the placement and restoration of dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, laser dentistry, TMJ treatment, and single-visit crowns.
When not in the office, Dr. Hay enjoys spending time with his wife, their three children, and their grandchildren. His hobbies include hunting, fishing, hiking, boating, and hunt test competitions with his dogs.
Dr. Hay and his staff are one of the most talented and caring dental practices I have had the good fortune to experience. I would highly recommend this practice to anyone needing dental services. They go above and beyond to make you feel welcomed and comfortable during your visits.
I am so pleased with the amount of time Dr. Hay took to examine my records & my CT scan & explain the next process needed in my care! His entire staff is extremely caring & helpful as well! I will be sharing photos soon! I can’t wait to have a beautiful smile again! Thank you Dr. Hay for the exceptional care I received!
Dr. Hay has put together one of the best office staff and dental associates I have ever encountered. Everyone there is so friendly and down to earth. Dr. Hay and wife Nicky are so kind and thorough if it’s a checkup all the way to dentures. I highly recommend Dr. Hay’s dental practice to anyone. If you are not smiling when you get there; you’ll be smiling when you leave!
I can’t express enough how pleased I am with Dr Hay and his wonderful staff! I couldn’t be happier with my results and also the feeling that I leave with after each visit. They feel like family.
My husband and I have been patients of Dr. Hay since he came to Paducah. I agree with others that the office staff and dental assistant are kind, knowledgeable, and efficient. Dr. Hay is a talented clinician who has earned our trust and respect. Thank you so much!
My experience with smile restoration with Dr Hay has been amazing! He and his staff are super welcoming and accommodating! Dentist for life!
I had a great experience on my visit. Dr. Hay was very caring and gave me valuable information, in addition to a comprehensive check up. They come highly recommended! Thank you again, and see you next time!
I would highly recommend Dr. Hay and his staff, I hadn’t been to the dentist in 15 years because of past bad experiences and I was a nervous wreck going to the dentist. When I walked in I was met by Alisha who is so sweet and calming, then I met Nikki and together they got me calmed down, took my X-rays and then Dr. Hay came in explained everything I needed done and what options I had, I was so happy to hear they offered sedation. I needed lots of work and I was put under sedation, woke up and had a beautiful smile! If you want a dentist office that makes you honestly feel comfortable and relaxed go see Dr. Hay and his staff you will feel completely different about going to the dentist. I no longer have a fear and enjoy going to get a teeth cleaning.
Everyone is so nice!!! If you want to be treated with respect and have someone care about you. Go see Dr. Bay and his staff !!!
A great team of people gave me my smile back. Dr Hay did an amazing job!