Texas Dentist Arrested for Allegedly Performing Surgery While Intoxicated
A Texas dentist, Kelly Buck, 36, was arrested on Monday, February 17, 2026, for allegedly performing surgery while intoxicated at Pediatric Dentistry of Sherman, located off Loy Lake Road in Sherman, Texas. The arrest followed a report to the Sherman Police Department of a dentist exhibiting signs of intoxication while treating patients.
Details of the Arrest
According to Sherman Police Lt. Sam Boyle, officers arrived at the dental office around noon and found Buck displaying signs of intoxication. KXII News reported that she subsequently failed a field sobriety test and was arrested on a state jail felony charge of performing surgery while intoxicated. Police confirmed that Buck had treated one patient before her arrest.
Practice Response and Temporary Employment
Pediatric Dentistry of Sherman released a statement on Facebook explaining that Buck was a temporary contractor hired through Cloud Dentistry, a platform that connects dental practices with temporary professionals. KXII News detailed that the practice had previously used Buck’s services and invited her back due to satisfactory performance. The office manager confronted Buck after a dental assistant noticed she “did not seem to be herself,” and subsequently contacted 911 to request a sobriety test.
Investigation and Legal Status
The Sherman Police Department obtained a search warrant for a blood sample as part of the ongoing investigation. WECT News reported that Buck was booked into the Grayson County Jail and released on a $10,000 bond on Tuesday, February 18, 2026. Buck has denied the allegations through her attorney, Matthew Hamilton of Jarvis & Hamilton Law Firm, and anticipates the blood test results will clear her name.
Prior Legal Issues
Public records indicate Buck has a prior arrest in 2006 on a drug possession charge, as well as two traffic violations in 2021 and 2023. KXII News reported these details.
Cloud Dentistry Statement
Cloud Dentistry stated that Buck’s account has been suspended pending the outcome of the investigation. The company clarified that it is a matching platform and does not directly practice dentistry, and that all professionals on the platform undergo background checks. KXII News included this information in their reporting.
Potential Penalties
If convicted, Buck faces up to two years in prison. WECT News reported this potential sentence.