Dr. Airey started Appalachian Dental Care when he moved to Boone, NC back in 2006 so he could provide dental treatments for the people of North Carolina’s High Country. Our family dental office is one of the most advanced in the area, allowing us to provide comprehensive but affordable dental care to you and your family. Dr. Steven Airey grew up outside of Kansas City, MO in a blue collar, union area. He attended the University of Missouri – Kansas City for both undergraduate and graduate degrees, eventually earning his dental degree in 1980.