alabama
Specialties
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
Dr. Christopher Baylis Nester
Dr. Christopher B. Nester

Dr. Christopher B. Nester

  • Gender: Male
  • Experience: 27 years
  • Graduated from: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine
  • Graduation year: 1994
  • Sole propriator: No
  • NPI: 1306802665

Dr. Christopher B. Nester DMD, MD

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

He is located at 398 Ashe Boulevard in Sheffield, AL 35660. Can help patients with the following: Dental Emergency, Dental Implants, Root Canal, Teeth Straightening, Traumatic Dental Injury, Wisdom Teeth Removal. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306802665. Appointment can be made via the phone number (256) 383-1499. He is affiliated with 1 practices and 1 hospitals.

Conditions treated

Dr. Christopher Baylis Nester, being an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Christopher B. Nester.

  • Bad Breath
  • Bleeding Gums
  • Cavities
  • Cosmetic Dentistry
  • Cracked Tooth
  • Dental Bridges
  • Dental Crowns and Caps
  • Dental Emergency
  • Dental Exam and Cleaning
  • Dental Fillings and Repairs
  • Dental Implants
  • Dental Malocclusion
  • Dentin Hypersensitivity
  • Dentures
  • General Oral Health
  • Gum Disease / Gingivitis
  • Invisalign
  • Laser
  • Oral Cancer Examination
  • Oral Pain
  • Pericoronitis
  • Root Canal
  • Root Canals
  • Sinus Tract
  • Teeth Grinding
  • Teeth Sensitivity
  • Teeth Straightening
  • Teeth Whitening
  • Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ)
  • Tongue Problems
  • Tooth Extraction
  • Traumatic Dental Injury
  • Veneers
  • Wisdom Teeth Removal

Procedures Performed by Dr. Christopher B. Nester

ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks

Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Christopher B. Nester as in-network for the following 2026 plans.

Health plans

Ambetter of Alabama

Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.

Show all 18 plans from Ambetter of Alabama
Ambetter of Alabama plans
Plan Plan type Network tier New patients
Complete Gold EPO · Gold Preferred Not accepting new patients
Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental EPO · Gold Preferred Not accepting new patients
Elite Bronze EPO · Expanded Bronze Preferred Not accepting new patients
Elite Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental EPO · Expanded Bronze Preferred Not accepting new patients
Elite Gold EPO · Gold Preferred Not accepting new patients
Elite Gold + Vision + Adult Dental EPO · Gold Preferred Not accepting new patients
Enhanced Diabetes Care Silver with $0 Drug Options EPO · Silver Preferred Not accepting new patients
Enhanced Diabetes Care Silver with $0 Drug Options + Vision + Adult Dental EPO · Silver Preferred Not accepting new patients
Everyday Bronze EPO · Expanded Bronze Preferred Not accepting new patients
Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental EPO · Expanded Bronze Preferred Not accepting new patients
Focused Silver EPO · Silver Preferred Not accepting new patients
Focused Silver + Vision + Adult Dental EPO · Silver Preferred Not accepting new patients
Standard Expanded Bronze EPO · Expanded Bronze Preferred Not accepting new patients
Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental EPO · Expanded Bronze Preferred Not accepting new patients
Standard Gold EPO · Gold Preferred Not accepting new patients
Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental EPO · Gold Preferred Not accepting new patients
Standard Silver EPO · Silver Preferred Not accepting new patients
Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental EPO · Silver Preferred Not accepting new patients

Dental plans

BEST Life

Network data as of Sep 8, 2026, as reported by the insurer.

BEST Life plans
Plan Plan type Network tier New patients
BEST Life Essential Basic Dental Plan PPO · Low In Network Accepting new patients
BEST Life Essential Value Dental Plan PPO · Low In Network Accepting new patients
BEST Life Preferred Dental Plan PPO · High In Network Accepting new patients
BEST Life Superior Dental Plan PPO · High In Network Accepting new patients

Delta Dental PPO

Network data as of Sep 12, 2026, as reported by the insurer.

Delta Dental PPO plans
Plan Plan type Network tier New patients
Delta Dental PPO Basic Plan for Families PPO · Low Delta Dental PPO Accepting new patients
Delta Dental PPO Preferred Plan for Families PPO · High Delta Dental PPO Accepting new patients
Delta Dental PPO Preventive Plan for Families PPO · Low Delta Dental PPO Accepting new patients

EMI Health

Network data as of Sep 16, 2026, as reported by the insurer.

EMI Health plans
Plan Plan type Network tier New patients
EMI Health Advantage Co-Pay PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients
EMI Health Advantage PPO PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients
EMI Health Premier PPO (High) PPO · High Preferred Accepting new patients
EMI Health Premier PPO (Low) PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients

Humana

Network data as of Sep 13, 2026, as reported by the insurer.

Humana plans
Plan Plan type Network tier New patients
Humana Dental Smart Choice - High PPO · High Preferred Accepting new patients
Humana Dental Smart Choice - Lite PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients
Humana Dental Smart Choice - Low PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients

Renaissance Dental

Network data as of Sep 16, 2026, as reported by the insurer.

Renaissance Dental plans
Plan Plan type Network tier New patients
Alabama Preferred Plan PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients
Alabama Preferred Plan (Pediatric Only) PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients
Alabama Preferred Plus Plan PPO · High Preferred Accepting new patients
Alabama Preferred Plus Plan (Pediatric Only) PPO · High Preferred Accepting new patients
Alabama Wellness Essentials Plan PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients

TRUASSURE INSURANCE COMPANY

Network data as of Sep 11, 2026, as reported by the insurer.

TRUASSURE INSURANCE COMPANY plans
Plan Plan type Network tier New patients
TruAssure Basic Adult or Child Dental Plan PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients
TruAssure Preferred Adult or Child Dental Plan PPO · High Preferred Accepting new patients
TruAssure Preventive Dental Plan PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients

This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Christopher B. Nester is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.

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Payments received

Drug payment

Nobel Biocare $610
Dentsply $66
Carestream Dental $36

Other

Food and Beverage $669
Promotional Speaking or Service $44

Studies

VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

Graduated in 1994

Additional Specialities

  • Dentist

Affiliated practices

Oral & Facial Surgery of the Shoals
398 Ashe Boulevard
Sheffield, 35660 AL
(256) 383-1499

Affiliated hospitals

HELEN KELLER HOSPITAL
1300 SOUTH MONTGOMERY AVENUE
SHEFFIELD, 35660 AL
(256) 386-4556

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Questions & Answers

What conditions does Dr. Christopher Baylis Nester treat?

Dr. Christopher Baylis Nester provides treatment for Dental Emergency, Dental Implants, Root Canal, Teeth Straightening, Traumatic Dental Injury, Wisdom Teeth Removal. For the full list see this list.

Does Dr. Christopher Baylis Nester accept patients with Ambetter of Alabama?

Yes, Dr. Christopher Baylis Nester is listed in-network for Ambetter of Alabama through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.

Where can you meet with Dr. Christopher Baylis Nester?

Dr. Christopher Baylis Nester's office is located at 398 Ashe Boulevard in Sheffield, AL 35660.

Does Dr. Christopher Baylis Nester have affiliation with practices?

Dr. Christopher Baylis Nester is affiliated with Oral & Facial Surgery of the Shoals.

Has Dr. Christopher Baylis Nester affiliation with hospitals?

Dr. Christopher Baylis Nester is affiliated with HELEN KELLER HOSPITAL.