We provide comfortable, personalized dental care for patients of all ages, from young children to adults. By treating your whole family in one place, we build long term relationships, track oral health over time, and make visits simple and convenient for everyone.
Dental Care for the Entire Family in Rapid City
Take Preventative Measures With Regular Checkups
Family Dental Care provides comprehensive and cosmetic dentistry. Since we specialize in the broad field of general dentistry, we are able to offer many preventative and restorative care measures. We provide individualized treatment plans for the entire family and love children.
Receive gentle care at the hands of our friendly team. Located in the heart of Rapid City, we’re proud to be a locally owned family clinic.
Dental Procedures
Implant Crowns
Dental implants are responsible for replacing teeth for a variety of reasons. Implant crowns sit on top of the implant allowing us to replace a tooth without having to cut the adjacent teeth like you would for a bridge. Once in implants crowns are permanent and cannot be removed except by a dentist.
Extractions
Teeth are extracted because a tooth has been deemed unrestorable due to tooth decay, periodontal disease, infection, or dental trauma. After removal of a tooth it can be replaced through many different treatment options including bridges, implants, and partial dentures.
Implant Supported Dentures
Implant supported dentures can be removable or permanent. After a referral to an implant specialist you will return to the dentist where a custom denture will be made to specifically attach to your implants. Implants significantly increase the satisfaction of wearing dentures and are highly encouraged in most cases.
Fillings
Decay, or “cavities”, are caused by bacteria breaking down your tooth structure. While cavities can lead to a toothache this is not always the case. The goal of a filling is to clear out the decay and fill the empty space before and pain or discomfort sets in.
Same Day Crown Procedures
With new 3-D digital scanning technology same-day crowns are now possible. These custom-made restorations are made in one visit eliminating messy impressions, temporary crowns, and multiple appointments.
3D Printed Digital Dentures
Using our 3-D scanning technology we send digital impressions to a lab where they 3-D print your dentures. This allows the doctor and patient to try-in the denture before final delivery ensuring fit, accuracy, and esthetics increasing satisfaction at the time of delivery.
Root Canals
Root canals remove infected pulp from the inside of a tooth preventing reinfection of the tooth and allowing the dentist to save the natural tooth. This procedure helps make teeth healthy again and relieves pain. After a root canal a crown is needed to bring the tooth back to its full functional potential.
Crowns and Bridges
Dental crowns are used for teeth that have large fillings, fractures, or root canals. They are used to restore a damaged tooth improving its strength, shape, and appearance.
A dental bridge is a permanent way to replace one or more missing teeth. The false tooth is connected to crowns on adjacent teeth and with proper care, can last for decades. While dental bridges are a great option for tooth replacement they put a greater burden on the surrounding teeth. Dental implants can help relieve that burden while also aiding in bone health and retention.
Preventative Family Dentistry
Routine Dental Cleanings
Routine dental cleanings remove plaque and tartar that brushing and flossing miss. Regular visits help prevent cavities and gum disease while keeping your teeth and gums healthy long term.
Intraoral Cameras
They say a picture is worth a thousand words. At Family Dental Care, we utilize intraoral cameras to help you see and understand the work we are proposing.
Digital Intraoral Scanner
An intraoral scanner uses a wand that captures 3D images of your gums and teeth. These high-resolution precise images can replace traditional molds enabling faster turn around times and more accurate treatment.
Oral Cancer Screenings
An oral cancer screening is a quick, non-invasive exam where we check your lips, tongue, cheeks, and throat for any abnormal spots or tissue changes. Early detection allows for faster treatment, improves outcomes, and gives you added peace of mind during your routine visit.
Digital X-rays
Digital X-rays use low radiation imaging to capture detailed pictures of your teeth and jaw instantly. The images appear immediately on screen, allowing us to detect problems earlier and discuss treatment with you right away.
Sealants
Sealants are protective coatings that act as a barrier on adult back teeth helping keep cavity-causing bacteria out of the pits and grooves preventing cavities.
Keeping Teeth White
In-house Teeth Whitening
In-house teeth whitening uses professional-strength whitening agents applied by our dental team to safely brighten your smile in a single visit. The controlled process delivers faster, more even results than over-the-counter products.
Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers are thin, custom-made shells bonded to the front of your teeth to improve shape, color, and overall appearance. They provide a natural look while offering durable, stain-resistant results.
Composite Bonding
Composite bonding uses a tooth-colored resin that is shaped and polished directly on your tooth to repair chips, close small gaps, or improve appearance. It is a quick, minimally invasive way to enhance your smile with natural-looking results.
Collaboration
We collaborate with and refer to all dental specialists to ensure you receive the best dental care!
Relaxed Environment
Caring Staff
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