Convenient Access from Boys Town
A 9-minute drive east on West Dodge Road connects the village with our chairs. Regency Dental is a locally owned practice in west-central Omaha, and people who live or work nearby can reach us quickly when they need a dentist in Boys Town, NE. Our three general dentists cover everything from routine cleanings to root canals, starting at 7:00 AM Monday through Thursday.
From the Hall of History on Flanagan Boulevard, follow Norton Drive and Flanagan Boulevard through its two roundabouts, then take Sheehan Drive out to West Dodge Road. Head east on West Dodge for about 3.1 miles and leave at the Regency Parkway exit. Follow Regency Parkway to Regency Parkway Drive, and you have covered about 4.6 miles.
The Visitors Center and the Father Flanagan House sit close to your starting point, and the expressway does the rest. Our office is at 260 Regency Pkwy Dr #104, Omaha, NE 68114, just south of West Dodge Road. Open our Google Maps listing for directions. Nearby, we also serve Miracle Hills and Rockbrook.
A Short Expressway Hop from Boys Town to Regency
Boys Town is an incorporated village in Douglas County, surrounded on every side by the City of Omaha. It began on December 12, 1917, as the home of Father Flanagan's Boys' Home, and moved to Overlook Farm in 1921. The 2020 census counted 410 residents. The campus covers 1,310 acres between roughly 132nd and 150th streets, from West Dodge Road south to Pacific Street.
The village is also a national landmark. The National Park Service designated Father Flanagan's Boys' Home a National Historic Landmark on February 4, 1985. The Hall of History, the Visitors Center and the founder's restored house welcome visitors. The 1938 film "Boys Town" made the name known far beyond Nebraska.
For neighbors along the 132nd to 150th Street corridor, our office is a short run east along the expressway. You stay on West Dodge for nearly the whole trip, with no maze of side streets. An appointment can fit before a morning shift or during a lunch break.
Regency Dental is an independent, locally owned practice. What we offer is straightforward dental care, judgment-free and explained clearly, from three general dentists who know this side of the metro well.
New patients from Boys Town usually begin with a full exam and digital x-rays. Intraoral cameras put a close-up of each tooth on a screen, so you see exactly what our dentists see. From there, we sort what needs care now from what can wait, and bigger work can be phased over time. New patients without insurance and without periodontal (gum) disease can start with the $99 Cleaning, Exam & X-Ray.
Dental Issues Working Adults Near Boys Town Often Face
Tartar is a quieter problem. Once plaque hardens along the gumline, brushing and flossing can no longer remove it, and its rough surface gives bacteria a place to cling. A professional cleaning clears it away. Regular visits keep it from building back up to the point where the gums start to suffer.
Deep decay is another common surprise. A tooth can look fine on the surface while infection spreads inside. Root canal treatment removes the infected tissue and can save the natural tooth, and our dentists perform it in the office. A crown then protects what is left.
Gum disease builds quietly. Bleeding when you brush, gums that pull back and persistent bad breath are early signs worth checking. Treated early, periodontal disease is far easier to manage, and regular maintenance visits keep it in check.
When a tooth is beyond saving, an implant can take its place. Our doctors plan implants with CBCT 3D imaging and place them in our own office. That keeps the whole process with one familiar team.
Finding a Dentist in Boys Town, NE: Treatments Close to Home
Emergency Dentistry
A broken tooth or sudden toothache calls for prompt attention. We strive to fit emergency patients into the schedule, and the drive from the village is under ten minutes.
Root Canal Treatment
An infected tooth can often be saved instead of extracted. Root canals happen in our office, with sedation options for anxious patients.
Periodontal Disease Treatment
Gum care protects the bone that holds your teeth in place. Ongoing maintenance visits help keep periodontal disease from coming back.
Dental Implants
Implants replace missing teeth from the root up. 3D imaging and 3D-printed surgical guides support careful planning and placement.
General & Preventive Dentistry
Cleanings, exams and digital x-rays are the first line of defense. Neighbors around Boys Town can book them at 7:00 AM, Monday through Thursday.
Teeth weakened by large fillings or a root canal often need extra protection. Our crowns and bridges page explains how each restoration rebuilds strength, and in-house CEREC milling often lets us place a ceramic crown in one visit.
Meet Your Omaha Dental Team
Dr. Dan Ellingson, DDS belongs to the ADA, the Nebraska Dental Association and the Omaha District Dental Association. His continuing education covers pain management and emergency endodontics, which helps when a toothache cannot wait. Dr. Ken Spanel, who founded the office in 2000, and Dr. Brandon Nelson share the schedule with him.
Insurance, Membership & Financing
New patients facing an urgent problem can start with the $49 Emergency Exam & X-Ray. Payment is due when services are performed, and we take cash, checks, money orders and major credit cards. Cherry and CareCredit can spread out the cost of larger treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Regency Dental from Boys Town, and how do I get there?
We are roughly 4.6 miles from the Hall of History, about a 9-minute drive. From Flanagan Boulevard and Sheehan Drive, head east on West Dodge Road to the Regency Parkway exit, then follow Regency Parkway to our door. Anyone looking for a dentist in Boys Town, NE will find the trip mostly on one expressway.
Do you do root canals in the office, or refer them out?
We do them in the office. Our dentists perform root canal treatment here, so you stay with the same team from diagnosis to the final crown. Sedation, including nitrous oxide, oral sedation and IV sedation, is available for patients who feel nervous. Saving the natural tooth is usually the goal whenever the tooth can be restored.
What causes bad breath, and can a dentist help?
Bacteria on the tongue, between teeth and below the gumline cause most bad breath, and a dentist can often help. Gum disease, cavities and old dental work that traps food are common sources. A cleaning and exam show which one is behind it. If gum disease is the cause, periodontal treatment and maintenance visits usually improve it.
How quickly should I call about a broken tooth?
Call right away, ideally within hours of the break. A broken tooth can expose the inner layers to bacteria and get worse over time. We will prioritize your visit and strive to fit you into the schedule. Save any pieces and avoid chewing on that side until you are seen.
Can I get help for a toothache on a Friday?
Yes, on Friday mornings. The office is open from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Fridays, and urgent problems get priority whenever we can fit them in. Calling early in the morning gives the team the best chance to find you a slot. New patients can start with the $49 Emergency Exam & X-Ray.
Schedule Your Visit from Boys Town
Call 402-258-5137 to book with a team that anyone searching for a dentist in Boys Town, NE can reach in minutes. Visit our areas we serve page to see other communities, or go to the Dentist Omaha, NE homepage for more about Regency Dental.