Spring Valley Family Dentist
When it comes to dental health, it’s not just about brushing and flossing – it’s about making sure you and your family have access to the best possible care. At Smiles for Life Family Dentistry in Las Vegas, we provide quality dental providers who can take care of all your family’s dental needs with family dentistry. We are here to help.
What Is Family Dentistry?
Family dentistry provides dental care to patients of all ages, from infants to older adults. Our family dentistry includes periodontal treatment, dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, and more. Our team helps patients enjoy oral health by maintaining healthy teeth and gums.
Family dentists Dr. John M. Quinn and Dr. Paul Leatham are highly trained professionals who specialize in dealing with the unique dental needs of patients of all ages. By offering a range of services that cater to the entire family, we provide a convenient, one-stop solution that saves time and money in the long run.
- Child-Friendly Environment: Visiting the dentist can be a scary experience for children. That’s why we strive to make our office a welcoming environment for kids of all ages. Our gentle approach and child-friendly amenities help children feel at ease and even excited to visit the dentist.
- Dental Education and Prevention: Education and prevention are key to maintaining good dental health. That’s why we take the time to educate our patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques, as well as other best practices for maintaining healthy teeth and gums. We also offer preventive services like dental sealants and fluoride treatments to help protect your teeth against decay.
- Convenient and Affordable – We strive to make our services affordable. We accept various payment options to make it easy for you to get the care you need. We also offer convenient scheduling options, including extended weekday hours, to accommodate your busy lifestyle.
- Comprehensive Dental Services: We offer a wide range of services to meet the needs of every patient. From preventive care to restorative dentistry, we can help you achieve and maintain optimal dental health. Our services include the following and more.
Cosmetic Financing Available
Beautiful, confident smiles with cosmetic dentistry and financing options that make your dream smile affordable.
Root Canal Treatment
This procedure can be a powerful tool in restoring your dental health. By removing infected or damaged tissue from the root of your tooth, a root canal treatment can help alleviate pain, prevent further damage, and ensure that your smile is healthy for years to come. We take a gentle, patient-centered approach to every root canal treatment, ensuring you feel comfortable and informed throughout the process.
Dental Crowns
A dental crown can help restore a damaged, cracked, or unsightly tooth, allowing you to smile confidently once again. Our experienced team of dental professionals will walk you through every step of the process, ensuring you receive the highest quality care and attention. With Smiles for Life Family Dentistry, you can trust that your smile is in good hands.
Dental Veneers
Dental veneers are a cosmetic dentistry option that can transform the appearance of teeth. We offer this procedure to patients who desire a brighter, more uniform smile. Veneers are thin porcelain shells bonded to the front of teeth. They can cover stains, chips, gaps, and unevenness. Veneers are custom-made to match the size, shape, and color of your natural teeth. Getting veneers involves a consultation, dental impressions, and a few appointments for placement. With proper care, veneers can last for many years and give patients newfound confidence in their smiles.
Smiles for Life Family Dentistry in Spring Valley, Las Vegas
We are committed to providing you and your family with the highest quality of dental care. From preventive services to restorative treatments, we have everything you need to keep your smile healthy and bright for life. So why wait? Schedule your appointment today and experience the difference that family dentistry in Spring Valley can make!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is family dentistry, and how is it different from general dentistry?
Family dentistry at Smiles for Life Family Dentistry provides comprehensive dental care to patients of all ages—from infants to seniors—within a single convenient practice, eliminating the need for multiple dental offices for different family members. While general dentistry and family dentistry offer similar core services, including preventive care, restorative treatments, and basic procedures, family dentists like Dr. John Quinn and Dr. Paul Leatham receive advanced training in addressing the unique dental needs across all life stages. This includes pediatric dentistry for children, orthodontic considerations for teenagers, complex restorative needs for adults, and geriatric dental care for seniors. The family dentistry approach offers numerous advantages for Las Vegas families—convenient scheduling allowing multiple family members to receive care during single appointments, consistent dental home where your entire family’s oral health history is maintained in one location, child-friendly environment helping young patients develop positive attitudes about dental care, comprehensive treatment planning considering how one family member’s dental health may affect others (like genetics or shared habits), and established relationships making dental visits more comfortable for anxious patients of any age. Our Spring Valley practice welcomes patients from toddlers getting their first dental checkup to grandparents receiving dentures or implants. This continuity of care means we understand your family’s unique dental patterns, can identify hereditary issues early, and provide coordinated care that benefits everyone. Schedule your family’s appointments at (702) 795-2273 at 8930 W Sunset Rd, Suite 190.
At what age should my child start seeing the dentist?
Children should have their first dental visit at Smiles for Life Family Dentistry by their first birthday or within six months after their first tooth erupts, as recommended by the American Dental Association and American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. These early visits establish a dental home for your child, allowing Dr. John Quinn or Dr. Paul Leatham to monitor proper tooth development, check for early signs of decay, educate parents about infant and toddler oral care, discuss proper brushing techniques for young children, address thumb sucking or pacifier habits, explain how diet impacts developing teeth, and identify any developmental concerns requiring early intervention. Early dental visits help children become comfortable with the dental office environment, building positive associations that reduce anxiety about future appointments. Tooth decay can develop as soon as teeth appear—in fact, baby bottle tooth decay is a significant concern for infants and toddlers. Our gentle, patient approach creates positive experiences that establish lifelong healthy habits and dental home relationships. After the initial visit, children should return every six months for checkups and cleanings to monitor growth, apply fluoride treatments and sealants when appropriate, catch problems early when treatment is simpler and less expensive, reinforce good oral hygiene habits, and track permanent tooth development. Our child-friendly environment and experienced team make dental visits enjoyable rather than scary, with age-appropriate explanations and rewards that motivate good oral health habits. Many parents appreciate having their own dental appointments scheduled simultaneously with their children’s visits for ultimate convenience. Schedule your child’s first dental visit at (702) 795-2273 at our family-friendly Spring Valley, Las Vegas practice.
Do you accept dental insurance for families?
Yes, Smiles for Life Family Dentistry accepts all PPO dental insurance plans, making comprehensive family dental care accessible and affordable for Las Vegas families. Our experienced administrative team works directly with your insurance company to verify benefits, maximize coverage, submit claims on your behalf, and provide accurate estimates of your out-of-pocket costs before treatment begins. Most family dental insurance plans provide excellent coverage for preventive services—typically 80-100% coverage for biannual cleanings, examinations, x-rays, and fluoride treatments for children, meaning your family’s routine care often costs little to nothing out-of-pocket. Basic restorative procedures like fillings are usually covered at 70-80%, while major services, including crowns, bridges, and root canals, typically receive 50% coverage up to annual maximums. We maximize your insurance benefits by carefully timing treatments to take advantage of annual maximums, coding procedures correctly to ensure appropriate coverage, providing detailed documentation supporting medical necessity, and coordinating family member treatments to optimize benefit usage across your household. For services exceeding insurance coverage or for families without dental insurance, we offer flexible payment options, including our in-house dental savings plan providing 20% discounts on all services with no deductibles, yearly maximums, or waiting periods, plus financing through CareCredit, LendingClub, and Sunbit with manageable monthly payments. Many families find that our savings plan actually provides better value than traditional insurance for routine care. Contact us at (702) 795-2273 to verify your family’s insurance benefits or learn about our affordable payment options.
What services does family dentistry include?
Family dentistry at Smiles for Life Family Dentistry encompasses comprehensive preventive, diagnostic, and treatment services for patients of all ages. Our preventive services include biannual dental examinations, detecting problems early, professional cleanings, removing plaque and tartar, digital x-rays identifying issues beneath surfaces, fluoride treatments strengthening enamel, especially for children, dental sealants protecting molars from decay, oral cancer screenings, and custom mouthguards for sports or teeth grinding. Diagnostic services utilize advanced 3D imaging technology, comprehensive bite analysis, and early decay detection tools. Our restorative treatments address tooth damage and decay through tooth-colored fillings matching natural teeth, dental crowns protecting damaged teeth, root canal therapy saving infected teeth, dental bridges replacing missing teeth, and emergency dental care for urgent situations. We provide cosmetic dentistry, including professional teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, and smile makeovers. Our advanced services include periodontal treatment for gum disease, dental implant restoration for permanent tooth replacement, orthodontic evaluation and clear aligner therapy, TMJ disorder treatment, and sedation dentistry for anxious patients. Pediatric-focused services include infant oral health consultations, teething guidance, cavity prevention programs, and gentle care for young patients. Senior services address dentures, implant-supported restorations, dry mouth management, and medication-related dental concerns. Dr. John Quinn and Dr. Paul Leatham coordinate care for complex procedures, referring to trusted specialists when necessary, while managing your family’s overall oral health. Schedule your family’s comprehensive dental care at (702) 795-2273 at 8930 W Sunset Rd, Suite 190 in Spring Valley, Las Vegas.
How can I make dental visits less stressful for my anxious child?
Smiles for Life Family Dentistry offers numerous strategies and accommodations to help anxious children have positive, stress-free dental experiences. Our child-friendly environment features a welcoming atmosphere designed specifically to put young patients at ease, with friendly staff trained in working with anxious children, age-appropriate explanations using non-threatening language, and positive reinforcement throughout visits. To prepare your child before appointments, read children’s books about visiting the dentist, play “dentist” at home letting your child examine your teeth with a toothbrush, watch positive dental visit videos designed for children, talk about the visit using positive, simple terms avoiding scary words like “pain” or “shot,” arrive early allowing time to acclimate to the environment without rushing, and bring a comfort item like a favorite toy or blanket. Dr. John Quinn and Dr. Paul Leatham use tell-show-do techniques, explaining procedures in child-appropriate language, showing instruments before using them, and gradually introducing each step to build trust and comfort. For children with significant anxiety or those requiring extensive treatment, we offer sedation options including nitrous oxide (laughing gas), providing gentle relaxation while the child remains conscious, and oral conscious sedation for deeper relaxation during longer procedures. Our team moves at your child’s pace, taking breaks when needed and never forcing treatment that would create traumatic associations. We celebrate successes with small rewards and praise, building positive dental attitudes that last a lifetime. Many anxious children become completely comfortable after just one or two positive visits with our gentle team. Schedule your child’s appointment at (702) 795-2273 and let us show you and your child how comfortable dental care can be at our Spring Valley, Las Vegas family practice.
Meet Our Expert Team
At Smiles for Life Family Dentistry, our experienced doctors combine advanced training with compassionate care to deliver exceptional dental results.
Working alongside Dr. John M. Quinn is Dr. Paul M. Leatham, renowned for his precision with same-day crowns and aesthetic procedures. His dedication to continuing education and mastery of modern dental innovations ensures patients receive the most advanced cosmetic treatments available.
Our team’s commitment to excellence is reflected in our state-of-the-art facility, personalized treatment planning, and welcoming environment. Whether you’re seeking a complete smile makeover or subtle cosmetic enhancements, our doctors combine their expertise to deliver results that exceed expectations.
Trust your smile to the experienced team at Smiles for Life Family Dentistry, where advanced cosmetic dentistry meets compassionate care.
Visit us in Spring Valley, Las Vegas
Smiles for Life Family Dentistry is conveniently located in Spring Valley at 8930 W Sunset Rd Ste 190, Las Vegas, NV 89148, making us easily accessible for patients throughout Las Vegas and surrounding communities.
- 8930 W Sunset Rd Ste 190, Las Vegas, NV 89148
- 702-795-2273
- Mon-Tue, Thu: 8am-5pm
Wed: 7am-6pm
Fri: 7am-3pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
