Convenient Access from Loveland
One left turn onto Pacific Street and a straight run west is nearly all it takes. Regency Dental sits about 6 minutes west of Loveland, close to I-680 in west-central Omaha, which makes us an easy choice for homeowners who want a dentist near Loveland with experience in long-term restorative care. Our three general dentists look after aging fillings, worn crowns, gum health and missing teeth, along with the routine cleanings that keep problems small.
From Loveland Elementary at 8201 Pacific St, exit the school drive onto Ridgewood Avenue and turn left onto Pacific Street. Stay on Pacific westbound for about 1.8 miles, past 84th and 90th streets, then turn right onto Regency Parkway and left onto Regency Parkway Drive. The total distance is roughly 2.5 miles. Regency Dental is at 260 Regency Pkwy Dr #104, Omaha, NE 68114, and the map listing shows the last few turns off Regency Parkway.
Along the way you pass Westside High School just beyond 84th Street, on the opposite edge of the neighborhood from the Westside Community Schools district office on 76th Street. To the south, Pipal Park sits just below W Center Rd with tennis courts and a playground. Neighbors in Countryside immediately west and Aksarben to the east make a similar short drive.
Long-Term Dental Care for Loveland Homeowners
Loveland is a registered City of Omaha neighborhood that runs from 78th to 84th streets between Pacific Street and W Center Rd, in Douglas County. North of Pacific, the separate Old Loveland Homeowners Association covers the blocks up to Farnam Drive. Single-family homes on the Loveland Addition plats, Wilshire Heights and Loveland View fill most of the area.
The name goes back further than the neighborhood association. In 1947, Loveland was one of three rural communities whose school districts merged to form District 66, and Loveland Elementary was one of the new district's first three schools.
Long-time homeowners often carry dental work that has done its job for a decade or more. Old silver fillings develop cracks around the edges, crowns wear down or loosen, and a tooth that was patched years ago finally needs more support. Those changes are easier to manage with an office that plans ahead instead of reacting one tooth at a time.
Regency Dental has been in this part of the city since 2000 and remains locally owned and doctor-led. Treatment is guided by your health rather than by an insurance company's schedule, and larger plans can be broken into phases that fit your budget and comfort.
Some adults still remember dental visits from decades ago that left them uneasy. Care here is judgment-free, and a simple raised hand pauses treatment whenever you need a moment. Nitrous oxide, oral sedation and IV sedation are available for longer restorative visits, so replacing several old fillings or a worn bridge does not have to feel like an ordeal.
How Loveland Smiles Change Over Time
Teeth that have served you well for fifty or sixty years carry the marks of every meal. Enamel thins at the biting edges, gums recede and expose softer root surfaces, and old restorations reach the end of their lifespan. None of this is a reason for alarm, but it does mean checkups matter more as the years pass.
Gum disease is one of the most common problems in adults, and it often goes unnoticed for years. It can progress quietly, with little pain, until teeth start to feel loose. Regular periodontal maintenance visits remove the bacteria below the gumline and help hold the disease in check.
Missing teeth change the way the rest of the mouth works. Neighboring teeth tilt into the gap, the opposite tooth can drift, and chewing shifts to one side. Options range from Crowns & Bridges to implants and Dentures, and the right choice depends on your bone, your budget and how many teeth are involved.
Medications can play a part, too. Many common prescriptions reduce saliva, and a dry mouth leaves teeth more open to decay along the gumline. Mentioning your medication list at each visit helps the dentist spot those risks early.
Night grinding and clenching also wear teeth down faster than most people realize. Flattened edges, small fractures and sore jaw muscles are common clues. A custom nightguard, printed in-house on the office 3D printer, spreads those forces out and protects both natural teeth and existing crowns.
Restorative Care From a Dentist Near Loveland
Periodontal Disease Treatment
Deep cleanings and regular maintenance visits help control gum disease before it costs you teeth. Patients with a history of gum disease usually return every few months.
Restorative Dentistry
Replacing worn fillings and crowns keeps older dental work sound. CEREC milling often lets a cracked tooth be restored with a ceramic crown in one visit.
Dental Implants
An implant replaces both the root and the visible tooth. The office plans each one with CBCT 3D imaging and places it in-house with a 3D-printed surgical guide.
Root Canal Treatment
When decay or a deep crack reaches the nerve, a root canal can often save the tooth. Treatment is done in the office, with sedation available for anxious patients.
General & Preventive Dentistry
Exams, cleanings and digital x-rays track how older restorations are holding up, so small repairs happen before bigger ones are needed.
Meet Your Omaha Dental Team
Dr. Dan Ellingson, DDS, has pursued continuing education in complex comprehensive restorative dentistry, implant placement and emergency endodontics. He belongs to the ADA, the Nebraska Dental Association and the Omaha District Dental Association. Dr. Ken Spanel, who founded the practice and has more than 30 years of experience, and Dr. Brandon Nelson complete the team.
Insurance, Membership & Financing
Patients without insurance can choose an Advanced Care Plan tier that matches their gum health, from $350 a year for standard care up to $650 for four periodontal maintenance visits. Every tier is a one-year membership, not insurance. Cherry offers fast approvals and flexible payment plans, and CareCredit offers no-interest financing on larger restorations if paid within 12 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Regency Dental from Loveland, and how do I get there?
Regency Dental is about 2.5 miles from Loveland Elementary, usually a 6-minute drive. The route follows Pacific Street west, then Regency Parkway north to Regency Parkway Drive. For anyone who wants a dentist near Loveland, it is a nearly straight drive that ends at 260 Regency Pkwy Dr #104.
Do members get a discount on dental implants?
Yes. Every Advanced Care Plan tier includes 10% off dental implants and cosmetic dentistry, plus 20% off all other procedures for the one-year term. The plans are designed for patients without insurance. For the remaining balance, CareCredit offers no-interest financing if paid within 12 months, and Cherry payment plans are another option.
Should I choose an implant or a denture to replace missing teeth?
It depends on how many teeth are missing and the health of your jawbone. A single implant replaces one tooth without touching its neighbors, while dentures can replace many teeth at once, or a full arch. A CBCT 3D scan shows whether there is enough bone for implants, and the dentist walks you through both paths.
Can a dry mouth lead to cavities?
Yes. Saliva rinses away food and neutralizes acid, so a dry mouth leaves teeth more open to decay, especially along the gumline and on exposed roots. Many common medications reduce saliva. Sipping water, chewing sugar-free gum and using fluoride toothpaste all help, and sharing your medication list at each visit lets the dentist watch for early root cavities.
What happens during a root canal?
The dentist numbs the tooth, opens a small access point, removes the infected or inflamed nerve tissue, then cleans, shapes and seals the canals. Most back teeth then need a crown for strength, which CEREC milling can often provide in one visit. Nitrous oxide, oral sedation and IV sedation are available for nervous patients.
Schedule Your Visit from Loveland
Whether it is time to replace an old crown or simply catch up on cleanings, a dentist near Loveland is a straight shot down Pacific Street. Call 402-258-5137 to book a visit, find more communities on the Areas We Serve page, or start at Dentist Omaha, NE for an overview of the practice.