Business Details
38 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Dental Care Provider in Lexington, KY
Tates Creek Dental has been dedicated to comprehensive and preventive dental care for over three decades. Founded in 1988 by Dr. Jeff King, our practice combines extensive experience with a commitment to personalized patient care. We prioritize creating a welcoming environment where patients feel valued and comfortable throughout their treatment journey. Our team utilizes advanced techniques and adheres to strict safety standards to ensure optimal oral health outcomes. With a focus on both restorative and cosmetic dentistry, we offer tailored solutions to meet diverse dental needs.Our Lexington-based practice serves as a trusted resource for families seeking reliable, high-quality dental services. We emphasize patient education to empower informed decisions about oral health. Through consistent care and community engagement, we strive to build lasting relationships with our patients. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our attention to detail and compassionate approach. Whether addressing routine checkups or complex procedures, we remain committed to delivering exceptional results that enhance our patients' smiles and overall well-being.
Services
Dental Implants
Invisalign
Dentures
Teeth Whitening
Bonding Fillings
Root Canal
Crowns
Veneers
Sedation Dentistry
Periodontal Care
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer 37 years of combined dental expertise from our experienced team.
- Our practice utilizes advanced technology for precise diagnostics and treatments.
- We provide personalized care plans tailored to each patient's unique needs.
- Our team maintains rigorous safety and sterilization protocols for patient protection.
- We offer flexible financing options through CareCredit and ScratchPay for accessibility.
What people say
Compassionate care
Professional expertise
Welcoming environment
Personalized attention
Effective treatments
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent tooth replacement solutions that mimic natural teeth. Our practice offers implant placement and restoration services to address single or multiple missing teeth. This treatment prevents bone loss while restoring full functionality and aesthetics for improved confidence and oral health.
Invisalign
Invisalign offers discreet orthodontic treatment using custom clear aligners. We provide comprehensive alignment solutions for mild to moderate spacing or crowding issues. This treatment enhances smiles without traditional metal braces, offering comfort and convenience for modern patients.
Sedation Dentistry
Our sedation dentistry services help patients overcome dental anxiety through safe, controlled techniques. We offer nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, and IV sedation options to ensure comfortable experiences for fearful or sensitive patients during various procedures.
Teeth Whitening
Professional teeth whitening services deliver dramatic smile enhancements through customized tray systems. We provide take-home whitening kits with professional-strength gel to achieve 4-8 shade improvements for lasting, natural-looking results.
Periodontal Care
Our periodontal services address gum disease prevention and treatment through scaling, root planing, and advanced therapies. We focus on maintaining healthy supporting structures for teeth to prevent complications from gingivitis and periodontitis progression.
People
Jeff King
Dentist
Dr. Jeff King has practiced dentistry for 37 years after graduating from the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry in 1988. He focuses on comprehensive dental care with a commitment to patient comfort and long-term oral health.
Josh Coleman
Dentist
Dr. Josh Coleman joined the practice after earning his dental degree from the University of Kentucky in 2024. He emphasizes personalized care and modern techniques while creating comfortable experiences for patients seeking quality dental treatment.
Questions
What dental services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive services including implants, Invisalign, restorative treatments, cosmetic dentistry, and sedation options for complete oral care solutions.
Do you handle dental emergencies?
Yes, we welcome emergency calls and prioritize urgent dental care needs with prompt appointment availability for pain or trauma situations.
What payment options are available?
We accept cash, checks, credit cards, and offer financing through CareCredit and ScratchPay for flexible treatment payment plans.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
Our regular hours include Monday 9-6, Tuesday-Friday 8-5. We offer limited weekend availability for select procedures by appointment.
How do you ensure patient safety?
We maintain OSHA and CDC compliance with strict sterilization protocols, modern equipment, and continuous staff training for optimal infection control standards.
Can you help with dental anxiety?
Yes, our sedation dentistry options provide comfortable experiences for anxious patients through nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation techniques.
