Convenient Access from Countryside
Families on the quiet streets around 87th and Pacific can reach Regency Dental in about 6 minutes, heading west toward I-680 in Omaha. If you are a parent juggling school drop-offs, sports practices and work, a dentist near Countryside who opens at 7:00 AM Monday through Thursday makes checkups far easier to schedule. Our three general dentists see teens, parents and grandparents, so one office can cover the whole household.
From the Westside High School campus at 8701 Pacific St, follow the campus drive to William Street, turn right, and take S 90th Street north to Pacific Street. Turn left and stay on Pacific heading west for a little over a mile, then turn right onto Regency Parkway and left onto Regency Parkway Drive. Plan on roughly 2.2 miles on surface streets. You will find us at 260 Regency Pkwy Dr #104, Omaha, NE 68114, and our Google Maps listing shows the final turns.
Countryside Village, the shopping center on the north side of Pacific at 87th Street, first opened in August 1953 and is described as Nebraska's first planned shopping center. Westside High sits directly across Pacific, with Westside Middle School on Arbor Street just to the south. A short way north, Omaha Public Library's Swanson Branch has served 90th and Dodge since 1966. Families in Loveland just east and Westroads to the northwest are close by as well.
A Family Practice That Fits the Countryside School Calendar
Countryside is not an official city neighborhood name. It is simply what locals call the established streets on both sides of Pacific around Countryside Village, much of it inside the Swanson Park association area of Douglas County. Single-family homes line those blocks, and the Westside High and Middle School campuses sit just south of Pacific.
That school presence shapes what households here need from a dental office. Early appointments mean a teen can have a cleaning and still make first period, and a parent can book right after. Because the drive runs straight along Pacific, there is no freeway merge to plan around on a school morning.
Local roots run deep in this corner of the city. In March 1947, three rural school districts merged to form District 66, and the junior-senior high that opened near 87th and Pacific in 1952 took the name "Westside" because this was then the western edge of Omaha. Countryside Village followed the next year, and the homes around it grew up with the schools.
Regency Dental has been part of this side of town since 2000. Today the practice is locally owned and doctor-led, with three dentists who handle routine care, repairs and urgent visits in the same building.
Some teenagers are more nervous in the chair than they let on. Care here is judgment-free, a raised hand pauses treatment at any point, and nitrous oxide is available for patients who want help relaxing. Parents who feel the same way have the same options, plus oral and IV sedation for longer procedures.
Countryside Teens, Parents and the Dental Risks They Share
The teenage years bring their own dental risks. Sports drinks after practice, late-night snacks while studying and busy mornings that cut brushing short all add up. Twice-yearly cleanings catch the early soft spots on enamel before they become cavities, and a Fluoride Treatment at those visits gives the outer layer of the teeth extra strength.
Front teeth chip easily during sports, horseplay or a fall on the ice. A small chip can often be repaired with Dental Bonding, which uses tooth-colored resin shaped right in the chair. A bigger break or a tooth that has been pushed out of place is an emergency, and the office will prioritize your visit when you call.
Many Countryside parents are also overdue for their own care. It is common to keep the kids on schedule while your own checkup slides by a year or two. Booking your visit right after your teen's keeps everyone on track without a second trip.
Straightening is another topic that comes up with this age group. Clear aligners appeal to older teens and adults alike because they come out for meals and photos, and the planning starts with a digital scan rather than impression putty.
Wisdom teeth usually enter the conversation late in high school or early in college. Routine x-rays show whether they are coming in straight, crowding the other molars or staying trapped under the gums. When removal makes sense, extractions and oral surgery are done right in the office, with the same sedation choices available for Countryside patients who want them.
Services for Patients From a Dentist Near Countryside
General & Preventive Dentistry
Exams, cleanings and digital x-rays for every age in the house. Early slots Monday through Thursday let Countryside students be seen before the bell.
Invisalign
Removable clear aligners straighten teeth without brackets. An iTero intraoral scanner records the bite digitally, so the planning visit is quick and comfortable.
Emergency Dentistry
A knocked tooth from a game or a sudden toothache gets prompt attention. New patients can start with a $49 emergency exam and x-ray.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Whitening, bonding and veneers help parents and older teens who want a brighter or more even smile for graduation photos, interviews or everyday confidence.
Meet Your Omaha Dental Team
Dr. Ken Spanel was born and raised in Grand Island, Nebraska, and earned his doctorate of dental surgery at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. He established this Omaha office in 2000 and brings more than 30 years of experience to every exam. As an ADA member, he keeps up with new developments in dentistry and works alongside two other general dentists.
Insurance, Membership & Financing
New patients without insurance, and without periodontal disease, can begin with the $99 cleaning, exam and x-ray. Uninsured households that want predictable yearly costs can choose the Advanced Care Plan, which knocks $50 off for members aged 13 and under. CareCredit and Cherry spread larger treatments into payments.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Regency Dental from Countryside, and how do I get there?
From Westside High School, the drive is about 2.2 miles and typically takes around 6 minutes. You take S 90th Street up to Pacific Street, head west on Pacific, and turn north on Regency Parkway. That makes Regency Dental a convenient dentist near Countryside, with the office at 260 Regency Pkwy Dr #104.
How often should a teenager get a dental cleaning?
Twice a year works well for most teens. Those visits remove the plaque and tartar that brushing misses and let the dentist spot early decay between the back teeth. A teen with gum inflammation, braces or heavy sports-drink habits may need closer monitoring, and early slots at 7:00 AM Monday through Thursday keep visits from cutting into class time.
When should wisdom teeth be checked?
Late in high school is a good time to start watching them. Routine x-rays show whether wisdom teeth are coming in straight, crowding the other molars or staying trapped under the gums. If removal makes sense, extractions and oral surgery are done in the office, with nitrous oxide, oral or IV sedation available.
What is dental bonding used for?
Bonding repairs small chips, closes minor gaps and covers stains or uneven edges on visible teeth. The dentist applies tooth-colored resin, shapes it to blend with the natural tooth and hardens it with a curing light. It is a conservative option because little or no enamel needs to be removed, and it is popular with teens.
Is Invisalign a good choice for a busy family?
It often is. Aligners come out for meals, brushing and photos, so there are no food restrictions or broken brackets to fix between visits. You still come in for periodic progress checks, and the trays are easy to keep clean. The dentist will confirm during a consultation whether aligners suit your bite.
Schedule Your Visit from Countryside
From the classroom to the kitchen table, every member of the family can find a dentist near Countryside at Regency Dental. Call 402-258-5137 to set up a visit, see the full list of neighborhoods on our Areas We Serve page, or learn more about the practice at Dentist Omaha, NE.