May 24, 2013

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Island View Dental

Island View Dental

The dental professionals at Island View Dental are please to welcome you to our practice.  We want our patients to be informed decision makers and fully understand any health issues you face.  Our team of caring and dedicated professionals maintain the highest level of accreditations and pursue ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in dentistry.

Patient comfort is one of our specialties.  We offer Nitrous Oxide, oral sedation, heated back massagers, blankets, IPods, and televisions.  We do our best to ensure that our patients are comfortable, relaxed and yes, even enjoy their appointments.

Dr Kearns

Dr. Rick Kearns

Dr. Rick Kearns grew up in Rushville, Nebraska and graduated from the University of Nebraska Dental College in 2000 and has been practicing in Grand Island since then. Dr. Kearns focuses on family dentistry, orthodontics and cosmetic dentistry.

Dr. Kearns is a member of The American Dental Association and Progressive Orthodontics Seminars.

Dr. Kearns enjoys hunting, golfing, and spending time with his kids, Kinnley, Kelton and Kyler.
Dr Ruben

Dr. Bill Ruben


Dr. Bill Ruben has been practicing in Grand Island since 1998, focusing on restorative family dentistry.

He grew up in nearby Chapman and is a graduate of Grand Island Senior High. He received his degree form The University of Nebraska College of Dentistry. After graduating, he spent a year at the Royal Dental Hospital in Melbourne, Australia. He is a member of the Hall County Dental Society, Northwest District Dental Association, Nebraska and American Dental Association and The Academy of General Dentist.

Dr. Ruben enjoys hunting, fishing, and traveling.
Dr Lofgreen

Dr. David Lofgreen

Dr. David Lofgreen has been practicing in Grand Island since 1973, providing comprehensive dentistry for the entire family.

Dr. Lofgreen graduated from the University of Nebraska College Of Dentistry, He has completed a Five Level Continuum at the L.D. Pankey Institute and is a member of the Platte Valley Dental Seminars Study Club.

Dr. Lofgreen is also a member of The American Dental Association, The Academy of General Dentistry, Nebraska Dental Association and The Hall County Dental Society. Dr. Lofgreen was awarded a Fellowship in The Academy of General Dentistry in 1992.

Outside the office, Dr. Lofgreen enjoys hunting, skiing, water sports and traveling.

Island View Dental FAQ

Q: I have a very busy schedule what is a "one" visit crown?
A: Cutting-edge innovations in dental instruments are requiring less time in the dental chair, causing less discomfort and creating satisfying results. One breakthrough instrument, called CEREC, allows dentist to quickly, and economically, restore damaged teeth in a single appointment using a high-quality ceramic material that matches the natural color of other teeth.
Q: What can be done about my ugly, old silver fillings?
A: You may want to replace an old or worn silver filling with a natural-looking white restoration. A white filling is bonded to your tooth, making it stronger than if we used silver. The bonding agent can insulate your tooth from extremes of hot and cold and when we use a white filling we don't have to remove as much of the original tooth. Some visits can be done in just one visit.
Q: When should I start brushing my child teeth?
A: Oral care can begin even as an infant. Babies' gums and teeth can be gently cleaned with special infant toothbrushes that fit over your finger. Water is suitable in lieu of toothpaste (because the baby may swallow the toothpaste). Parents are advised to avoid fluoride toothpastes on children under the age of 2.
Q: I'm scared at the dentist office - What should I do?
A: Patient comfort is one of our specialties. To ease any anxiety we offer Nitrous Oxide, oral sedation, heated back massagers, blankets, iPods, and televisions. We do our best to ensure that our patients are comfortable, relaxed and yes, even enjoy their appointments.
Q: My child's teeth are not straight. Can you help?
A: Yes. Orthodontics is a field of dentistry that deals with corrections involving jaw and teeth alignment. Braces are applied to teeth for various reasons, including poorly aligned jaws, crooked, crowded and missing teeth, or a bad bite.

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Contact Information

Address: 638 N. Webb Rd., Suite 1
City, State, Zip: Grand Island NE, 68803
Phone: (308) 381-0167
Website: http://www.islandviewdental.com/
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