Dr. Elsworth earned his degree from the Baylor College of Dentistry. Following graduation Dr. Ellsworth trained in advanced dentistry in periodontics during his three-year residency at Baylor. Today Dr. Ellsworth is a certified dental professional by the American Board of Periodontology.

After joining the US Navy in 1992 Dr. Sam Ellsworth received his Bachelor of Science at the University of Texas during his military service. He attended Naval Flight School prior to being stationed on the USS George Washington. It was during this time that Dr. Ellsworth was involved in post-9/11 efforts in New York. Also while in the military Dr. Ellsworth discovered his passion for dentistry.

When Dr. Ellsworth is not at his office, he spends as much time as possible with his wife Virginia, as well as Ryan, Lily and Grace, his 3 children. He teaches Sunday school and is involved in missions at Highland Park United Methodist Church. He has been involved in dental mission work such as The Texas Mission of Mercy and others for more than 9 years. He enjoys camping, hiking, bicycling, canoeing, scuba diving, reading, and traveling.