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Your Trusted Dentist for Preventive and Cosmetic Care
Our practice is built on a foundation of trust, preventive care, and patient-centered service. With decades of combined experience, we prioritize education and proactive dental health to help patients maintain natural smiles for life. Our team adheres to the highest safety standards, utilizing advanced techniques and equipment while fostering a warm, welcoming environment. Vera Dooley, DDS brings specialized implant training and a commitment to continuous learning, ensuring access to modern solutions like dental implants and cosmetic procedures. We emphasize personalized care, tailoring treatment plans to individual needs while maintaining seamless continuity from Dr.Steven Kirkpatrick's legacy. Our in-house membership plan removes insurance barriers, offering transparent savings on essential and elective services. Through thorough exams, minimally invasive procedures, and patient empowerment, we strive to make dental visits comfortable and stress-free. Our military-connected background instills values of service and precision, reflected in every interaction. Located in a community we deeply care about, we aim to be your lifelong partners in oral health.
Services
Dental Implants
Cosmetic Dentistry
Oral Surgery
Preventive Care
Gum Disease Treatment
Teeth Whitening
Restorative Dentistry
Nutritional Counseling
Emergency Dental Care
Dentures
Highlights and features
- 43 years of established community dental expertise transitioning to new leadership
- Advanced implant placement training with CT scan technology integration
- In-house membership plan offering immediate treatment credits and discounts
- Military family values of service and precision applied to patient care
- Emphasis on preventive education to avoid costly emergency dental situations
What people say
No pain from shots
Awesome staff
Seamless transition
Amazing first day performance
Happy personality
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent, natural-looking tooth replacements anchored to the jawbone. Our CT-guided placement ensures precision while minimally invasive techniques reduce recovery time. Patients enjoy unrestricted eating and speaking without denture limitations.
Preventive Care
Comprehensive exams, digital x-rays, and professional cleanings form our preventive foundation. We emphasize early decay detection, oral cancer screenings, and personalized hygiene education to maintain natural teeth long-term.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Teeth whitening, composite fillings, and smile makeovers improve dental aesthetics. We combine artistry with durable materials to create natural-looking results that boost confidence while maintaining functional integrity.
Emergency Dentistry
Immediate attention for dental trauma, infections, or severe pain. Our membership plan includes emergency exams with prompt treatment options to relieve discomfort and preserve dental health.
Restorative Dentistry
Crowns, bridges, and dentures restore missing or damaged teeth functionality. We use biocompatible materials matched to natural tooth color for seamless integration with existing smiles.
People
Vera Dooley, DDS
Dentist
Graduate of USC School of Dentistry with LSU implant residency training. Military spouse with global experience, committed to preventive care and patient education in a comfortable environment.
Dr. Steven Kirkpatrick
Retired Dentist
43-year veteran practitioner transitioning practice to Dr. Dooley. Maintained community-focused care with emphasis on intergenerational patient relationships and clinical excellence.
Shelley
Dental Hygienist
Experienced hygienist providing preventive cleanings and periodontal care. Known for compassionate approach and continuity through practice ownership transition.
Erica
Office Manager
Practice operations leader ensuring smooth patient experiences. Manages scheduling, membership plan administration, and front-office coordination with professional warmth.
Questions
What dental services are available under your membership plan?
Our plan covers exams, cleanings, x-rays, fluoride treatments, and 15% off all dental procedures including implants and cosmetic work.
Do you handle dental emergencies?
Yes, we provide prompt emergency care including trauma treatment, infection management, and pain relief with immediate appointment availability.
How does implant placement work?
We use CT scans to plan precise implant positioning. After surgical placement, we restore with natural-looking crowns following bone integration healing periods.
What makes your practice different?
We combine military-grade precision with personalized care, focusing on prevention while offering advanced solutions in a comfortable, technology-equipped setting.
Can you help with dental anxiety?
Our team specializes in gentle techniques and pain-free injections. We maintain a calming environment with amenities like free WiFi to ease patient nervousness.
