At Modern Dental, caring for people goes far beyond dentistry. Serving others is at the heart of who we are. Whether we’re helping patients feel confident in their smiles or supporting families through difficult seasons of life, our mission is simple: use our gifts to make a meaningful impact in the world around us.
For Dr. Steven Beard, giving back is deeply personal. His faith and life experiences have shaped a commitment to compassion, empathy, and uplifting those who need hope the most.

Modern Dental is honored to partner with Carrywell, a Christian, faith-based nonprofit organization that supports couples struggling with infertility. Carrywell provides emotional encouragement, counseling, community, and financial support for families walking through fertility treatments.
Whether a couple is navigating medicated cycles, IUI, IVF, or the unknowns of unexplained infertility, Carrywell stands beside them with prayer, resources, and support—reminding them they’re not alone.
For Dr. Beard and his wife, the journey to parenthood was filled with obstacles, unanswered questions, and emotional ups and downs. After years of unexplained infertility and multiple treatments, they welcomed their daughter, Nora, through IVF.
Their experience ignited a passion to help others experiencing the same struggle—to be a source of hope, light, and support.
By partnering with Carrywell, Modern Dental contributes to a mission that aligns with our heart for families, faith, and compassion.
Our values at Modern Dental are rooted in kindness, integrity, and service. These are not just words—they guide everything we do.
Dr. Beard serves as a worship leader at Church of the Highlands (Greystone campus) and believes that serving others is a natural extension of his faith. Whether through dental care, community involvement, or nonprofit partnerships, we aim to reflect Christ-like compassion in meaningful, practical ways.

We’re proud to be part of Chelsea, Birmingham, and the surrounding Alabama communities. Modern Dental regularly looks for opportunities to show up, serve, and support the people around us—whether through:
As our practice grows, so will our outreach. We look forward to expanding the impact we’re able to create year after year.

Your support as a patient makes our mission possible.
Every time you trust us with your care, you become part of something bigger—helping families, strengthening our community, and contributing to hope-filled stories across Alabama.
You’re not just choosing a dental office. You’re choosing a practice built on purpose.

We are grateful for every patient who walks through our doors, every family we get to serve, and every opportunity to give back. Together, we can make a difference—one smile, one family, one act of kindness at a time.