Convenient Access from Westroads
Shopping trips, bus transfers and workdays bring a steady crowd to Westroads every week. Regency Dental is about a 4-minute drive from the Westroads Transit Center, just across W Dodge Rd in west-central Omaha, so finding a dentist near Westroads does not mean a long detour. Our three general dentists handle checkups, cracked teeth and toothaches under one roof, and Monday through Thursday the first appointments begin at 7:00 AM.
Start at the transit center, 1099 N 102nd St, and drive south on N 102nd Street until it turns into California Street. Turn right onto Regency Parkway, which passes under W Dodge Rd, then follow it south to Regency Parkway Drive. The whole trip covers about 1.2 miles, all on local streets with no freeway. Our door is at 260 Regency Pkwy Dr #104, Omaha, NE 68114, and the pin is on Google Maps if you want to preview the turns.
Westroads Mall, which opened in 1967 and is the largest mall in Nebraska, anchors the district at 100th and Dodge. The transit center on its northwest corner is the western end of ORBT, Metro's Dodge Street rapid bus line, and it doubles as a park and ride. Regency Park, a City of Omaha park with a walking trail and a playground, sits about a third of a mile from our office. Neighbors in Miracle Hills to the west and Countryside to the southeast are only a few minutes farther out.
Westroads Errands, Shifts and a Dental Visit in One Trip
Westroads is a commercial pocket of Douglas County made up of stores, offices and transit rather than rows of houses. Most people who reach us from here are already passing through for a reason. Some work retail or office jobs nearby, some ride the bus along Dodge Street, and others live in Regency or west of I-680 and shop at the mall every week.
A dental office a few minutes away lets you fit a cleaning in before a shift or right after an errand instead of giving up half a day. Our office sits in Regency's office area, south of W Dodge Rd between Regency Parkway and I-680. Friday hours run from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, which gives mall staff with afternoon shifts one more option at the end of the week.
The practice has served this side of town since 2000. Dr. Dan Ellingson and his partners bought it from Dr. Ken Spanel in 2023 and kept it locally owned and doctor-led. With three general dentists sharing the schedule, a sudden problem does not have to wait for one person's next opening.
Plenty of adults put off the dentist because the last visit somewhere else felt rushed or uncomfortable. Here the care is judgment-free, a simple hand signal pauses treatment whenever you need a break, and larger plans can be split into phases. Nitrous oxide, oral sedation and IV sedation are all offered for people who want more help relaxing, and the team can walk you through each one before you decide.
How Busy Westroads Days Affect Your Teeth
Long shifts on a sales floor or at a desk tend to mean coffee refills, energy drinks and quick snacks spread across the day. Every sip or bite feeds the bacteria that make acid, and many small exposures are harder on enamel than one meal. Plain water between drinks and a cleaning schedule you actually keep stop most small soft spots from turning into cavities.
Dental problems also have poor timing. A molar that cracks over a food-court lunch, a filling that pops out during an errand, or a swollen gum that keeps you awake all deserve prompt attention. When you call with a dental emergency, the team will prioritize your visit, and new patients can begin with a $49 emergency exam and x-ray.
Stress shows up in the mouth, too. Clenching or grinding can leave chipped edges, worn surfaces and a sore jaw first thing in the morning. The office 3D-prints nightguards in-house, which protects the teeth while you sleep.
A travel toothbrush is worth carrying if you ride ORBT or drive Dodge Street every day. Brushing or at least rinsing after lunch clears the sugars that would otherwise sit on your teeth all afternoon. Sugar-free gum is a reasonable backup when a sink is not handy.
Finally, a small chip or a dull ache is easy to ignore when your days are full. Small problems are usually simpler and less costly to fix early, before decay reaches the nerve or a crack spreads. Intraoral cameras let the dentist show you the exact spot on a screen, so you can see why a repair is suggested before you agree to anything.
Care From a Dentist Near Westroads
Emergency Dentistry
A sudden toothache, a broken tooth or a swollen gum gets a call-first response, and the office strives to fit you into the schedule. Digital x-rays show the cause quickly, so you leave knowing your options and their cost.
General & Preventive Dentistry
Cleanings, exams and digital x-rays are the base of every plan. People who work around Westroads often book them in an early slot so the visit never crowds out the rest of the workday.
Restorative Dentistry
Fillings, crowns and bridges rebuild teeth damaged by decay or a hard bite. With CEREC milling, a broken tooth can often be restored with a ceramic crown in one visit; our Crowns & Bridges page covers the details.
Root Canal Treatment
An infected nerve does not have to cost you the tooth. Root canals are done right here in the office, and nitrous oxide or oral sedation is available for anyone who feels uneasy in the chair.
Invisalign
Clear aligners suit adults who face customers or clients all day. iTero intraoral scanners capture your bite digitally, so planning starts without trays of impression putty.
Meet Your Omaha Dental Team
Dr. Brandon Nelson graduated from Creighton School of Dentistry and is known for a calm approach and close attention to detail. He takes time to explain what he sees, because patients who understand a problem make better choices about it. He shares the schedule with Dr. Ken Spanel and Dr. Dan Ellingson, so one of our dentists can usually step in when a tooth cannot wait.
Insurance, Membership & Financing
Treatment here is guided by your dental health rather than by a plan's limits. Patients without insurance can join the Advanced Care Plan, which starts at $350 a year for two cleanings, two exams, two fluoride treatments, one emergency exam and all needed x-rays. For larger work, CareCredit offers no-interest financing if paid within 12 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Regency Dental from Westroads, and how do I get there?
The office is about 1.2 miles from the Westroads Transit Center, roughly a 4-minute drive. Take N 102nd Street south onto California Street, then Regency Parkway south under W Dodge Rd to Regency Parkway Drive. For anyone who wants a dentist near Westroads, that short local route ends at 260 Regency Pkwy Dr #104.
Can I book a dental cleaning before work?
Yes. From Monday through Thursday the first appointments start at 7:00 AM, and on Fridays the office is open from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. An early cleaning and exam usually wraps up well before a typical retail or office shift begins, so you can head straight to work afterward.
What does the $49 emergency exam include?
It covers an emergency exam and an x-ray for new patients. The dentist checks the painful area, takes the images needed to find the cause, and walks you through your treatment options and their costs. Many fixes, from fillings to root canals and extractions, can then be handled in the same office.
Can stress make me grind my teeth, and how is it treated?
Yes, stress is a common trigger for clenching and grinding, especially at night. Warning signs include flattened or chipped edges, sensitive teeth and a sore jaw in the morning. The office 3D-prints custom nightguards in-house, and the dentist can check for any damage that already needs a filling or crown.
Is sugar-free gum good for my teeth?
Yes, in moderation. Chewing sugar-free gum for about 20 minutes after eating boosts saliva, which rinses away food and helps neutralize acid. Gum sweetened with xylitol may also reduce cavity-causing bacteria. It is a useful backup when you cannot brush after lunch at work, but it never replaces brushing twice a day and cleaning between your teeth.
Schedule Your Visit from Westroads
Whether you live near the mall or simply work there, a dentist near Westroads is a short drive down Regency Parkway. Call 402-258-5137 to book, browse every community on our Areas We Serve page, or visit Dentist Omaha, NE for a full look at the practice.