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34 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Dentist in Little Rock, AR
Family Dental Care was founded in 1992 with a vision to make high-quality dentistry accessible and convenient for patients. Our practice combines decades of experience with specialized training to offer comprehensive in-house treatments. We prioritize patient-centered care, utilizing state-of-the-art technology and advanced scanning systems to create accurate treatment plans. Our locally-owned practice operates three locations in Little Rock, emphasizing community involvement through partnerships with local law enforcement and charitable initiatives.We offer Saturday appointments at our West location to accommodate busy schedules and provide emergency dental care 24/7. Our team includes general dentists, specialists, and oral surgeons, ensuring all dental needs are met under one roof while maintaining a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
Services
Smile Makeovers
Dental Implants
Sleep Apnea Therapy
Emergency Dentistry
Children's Dentistry
Teeth Whitening
Dental Crowns
Orthodontics
Gum Disease Treatment
Sedation Dentistry
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer same-day emergency dental appointments with skilled oral surgeons.
- Our West location provides Saturday hours for added convenience.
- We accept Delta Dental Premier and file insurance claims to maximize benefits.
- Advanced scanning technology ensures precise, personalized treatment planning.
- Locally-owned practice with three accessible Little Rock locations.
What people say
Perfect experience
Friendly and helpful
Exceeded expectations
Painless procedures
Professional team
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent tooth replacement solutions with 95% success rates over 10 years. Our in-house oral surgeons perform both placement and restoration using advanced cone beam CT technology. Patients benefit from improved chewing ability, facial structure preservation, and natural-looking results that last decades with proper care.
Emergency Dentistry
We offer same-day treatment for dental emergencies including toothaches, broken teeth, and knocked-out teeth. Our experienced team provides immediate pain relief and restorative solutions like crowns and root canals. Emergency services are available after hours with specialized protocols for trauma and infections.
Smile Makeovers
Custom smile transformations combine veneers, whitening, and restorative treatments to address multiple aesthetic concerns. Our dentists create personalized plans using digital imaging technology to preview results. Treatments improve confidence while maintaining functional bite alignment and natural tooth characteristics.
Children's Dentistry
We provide age-appropriate dental care starting at age 4, including sealants and fluoride treatments. Our team offers developmental guidance for thumb-sucking and oral habits while creating positive early experiences through gentle techniques and educational approaches.
Sleep Apnea Therapy
Custom oral appliances treat obstructive sleep apnea by maintaining airway patency during sleep. Our specialists use digital diagnostics to create comfortable, adjustable devices that improve sleep quality and reduce daytime fatigue without CPAP machine dependency.
People
Randy Machen, DDS
Founder
Dr. Machen established Family Dental Care in 1992 after graduating from the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry. With over 30 years of experience, he pioneered the multi-specialist practice model in Arkansas while maintaining active clinical involvement.
Lauren
Chief Operating Officer
Lauren oversees daily operations across all three locations, implementing efficiency improvements while maintaining patient care standards. She has 15 years of dental practice management experience in Arkansas healthcare settings.
Questions
How often should I visit the dentist?
We recommend biannual checkups and cleanings for most patients, though some may require more frequent visits based on individual oral health needs.
Do you treat dental emergencies after hours?
Yes, we offer emergency dental care outside regular business hours with same-day appointment availability for urgent cases like tooth pain or trauma.
Are dental implants covered by insurance?
Most plans don't cover implants themselves but may cover related procedures like bone grafting. Our team works with all major PPO providers to maximize benefits.
What payment options are available?
We accept cash, credit cards, and offer financing through CareCredit and Cherry with low-interest payment plans for qualified patients.
Do you accept new patients?
Yes, we welcome new patients of all ages and offer convenient same-day appointments, including Saturday hours at our West location.
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