Convenient Access from Bellevue
From the Bellevue Public Library, Regency Dental is about 23 minutes away using the Kennedy Freeway and I-80, roads many commuters already know. The office is in west-central Omaha, just off I-680, and our three general dentists offer implants, Invisalign, cosmetic care and routine checkups in one place. For residents comparing a dentist in Bellevue, NE, with an office closer to their job, that interstate access is a real advantage.
From the Bellevue Public Library at 2206 Longo Drive, the drive runs about 15.8 miles. Leave Longo Drive for Harvell Drive and Cornhusker Road heading west, then take US 75 north on the Kennedy Freeway. Merge onto I-80 westbound for roughly six miles across south Omaha, then exit north on I-680 for about a mile.
Take the Pacific Street exit, go east, and turn north on Regency Parkway to reach 260 Regency Pkwy Dr #104, Omaha, NE 68114. Regency Park, a city park with a walking trail and playground, is close to the office. There are no tolls on the route, but US 75 and I-80 are busy at rush hour.
Tap our Google Maps listing to send the address to your phone. Patients from Papillion and La Vista follow similar roads north.
Bellevue Commuters and a Dental Office Built Around the Workday
Bellevue is home to about 64,000 residents, according to the 2020 census. Incorporated in 1855, it calls itself the oldest continuously inhabited town in Nebraska, and it began as a fur-trading post along the Missouri River, which still forms its eastern edge. Offutt Air Force Base lies to the south, and Bellevue University, founded in 1966 as Bellevue College, sits within the city.
For a lot of Bellevue households, the workday already points north. Commuters heading toward West Dodge Road or the I-680 corridor pass close to our office, so a cleaning can slip in on the way rather than taking a separate afternoon off. Because the Kennedy Freeway feeds straight into I-80, almost the entire drive is on freeways until the last mile or so.
Hours suit that rhythm. Appointments start at 7:00 AM Monday through Thursday, and Friday mornings run from 8:00 AM until noon. An early visit means you are back on the road before most meetings start.
The practice itself is locally owned and doctor-led. Dr. Ken Spanel established it in Omaha in 2000, and Dr. Dan Ellingson and his partners purchased it in 2023, keeping the small-practice feel while giving patients modern tools.
History runs deep here, and the Sarpy County Museum on Clay Street preserves an 1830s log cabin and a scale model of Fort Crook. The Bellevue Public Library, founded in 1929, opened its new home on Longo Drive in October 2024. The city posts the library's history online.
Smile Goals That Bellevue Adults Bring Up Most
Adults in a city this size come to the dentist with a wide range of goals. Some want a whiter, straighter smile before a career move or a wedding. Others are missing a back tooth and have chewed around the gap for years. Many simply want a team that can handle more than cleanings without sending them to three different offices.
Our office keeps that work under one roof. Implant planning uses CBCT 3D imaging, and in-house 3D printing produces the surgical guides that help place the implant where it was planned. Extractions, implant placement and the final restoration all happen in the same building, which simplifies a process that otherwise involves several referrals.
Cosmetic goals get the same careful planning. Our dental technology includes iTero intraoral scanners and CEREC milling, so veneers, crowns and aligner treatment can be mapped out in detail before any work begins. Seeing the plan helps you decide with confidence.
Anyone who has walked the Gifford Memorial Boardwalk at Fontenelle Forest, a 1,500-acre preserve in the Missouri River valley, knows the value of preparation. The same idea applies to teeth: steady cleanings and early attention to small problems keep larger, costlier treatment off the calendar.
Stress shows up in the mouth too. Long commutes and demanding jobs can lead to clenching or grinding, often at night, and the signs include flattened edges, chipped enamel, sore jaw muscles and morning headaches. A custom nightguard, made with our in-house 3D printing, cushions the teeth while you sleep. Catching the habit early protects crowns, veneers and natural teeth from wear that is hard to reverse.
Restorative and Cosmetic Care from a Dentist in Bellevue, NE Residents Can Reach by Freeway
Dental Implants
An implant replaces a missing tooth from the root up and helps keep neighboring teeth from shifting. Planning with 3D imaging and placement both happen in our office.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Veneers, bonding and whitening can brighten stained teeth or even out chips and gaps. A consultation shows which option fits your goals.
Invisalign
Clear, removable aligners straighten teeth without brackets or wires. Adults who skipped braces as kids often find aligners easier to fit around work and travel.
Oral Surgery
Extractions and other surgical care take place in-house. Sedation options, including IV sedation, are available for patients who want extra comfort during a procedure.
General & Preventive Dentistry
Cleanings, exams and digital x-rays protect the investment you make in implants or cosmetic work. Routine visits also catch gum problems before they threaten healthy teeth.
Patients who want a quick boost before a big event often choose Zoom teeth whitening, an in-office whitening treatment designed to brighten stained enamel.
Meet Your Omaha Dental Team
Dr. Brandon Nelson, a Creighton School of Dentistry graduate, manages complex cases with treatment plans tailored to each patient. Dr. Dan Ellingson, DDS, has pursued continuing education in implant placement and full mouth rehabilitation. Together with Dr. Ken Spanel, they give patients three experienced general dentists to lean on.
Insurance, Membership & Financing
Patients without insurance can pick an Advanced Care Plan tier at $350, $550 or $650 a year, depending on whether they need standard cleanings or periodontal maintenance. CareCredit offers no-interest financing if paid within 12 months, and Cherry provides flexible payment plans. Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, cash and checks are accepted at each visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Regency Dental from Bellevue, and how do I get there?
From the Bellevue Public Library it is about 15.8 miles, close to a 23-minute drive. The route follows Cornhusker Road to US 75 north, then I-80 west, I-680 north and Pacific Street east. Anyone weighing a dentist in Bellevue, NE, against an office near work will find the route easy to repeat.
How often should adults get dental x-rays?
It depends on your risk of decay and gum disease. Adults with healthy teeth and few past cavities often need bitewing x-rays only every two to three years, while people with frequent decay or gum problems may need them every six to 18 months. Digital x-rays use a low dose of radiation, and the dentist sets the schedule from your history.
Can a tooth I lost years ago still be replaced?
In many cases, yes. Teeth beside an old gap can drift and the bone can thin over time, so the first step is a CBCT 3D scan to see what is there. From that, our dentists can compare an implant, a bridge or a denture and plan the option that fits your mouth and budget.
Will teeth whitening change the color of my crowns or fillings?
No. Whitening lightens natural enamel, but porcelain crowns, veneers and tooth-colored fillings keep their original shade. If you have visible restorations on your front teeth, the dentist can plan whitening first and then match any new crowns or bonding to your brighter smile so everything blends evenly.
Can adults straighten their teeth with Invisalign?
Yes, many adults do. Invisalign uses a series of clear, removable aligners that move teeth gradually, and they come out for meals and brushing. That makes them practical for working professionals who would rather avoid metal brackets. Our iTero scanners capture a digital model of your teeth to help plan each stage of treatment.
Schedule Your Visit from Bellevue
Pick up the phone and call 402-258-5137 to plan a cleaning, an implant consultation or a cosmetic visit. A dentist in Bellevue, NE, households can reach in under half an hour is closer than many people expect. Find the full list of communities on our areas we serve page, or start at the Dentist Omaha, NE homepage.