Family Dentistry: Comprehensive Care for the Whole Family
We know that finding a dentist who offers all the services you’re looking for can be tough. At Northstar Dental, although our dentists offer many services, we don’t stop there. We offer multiple services along with skilled, compassionate care. In our article we’ll cover the services we offer and how we can hep make them affordable. Our article at a glance covers:
- What counts as a dental emergency? Dental emergencies happen often and we’re here to help!
- Are there different types of dental cleanings? Yes! We’ll do what’s needed for a healthy smile.
- Can you work after having a root canal? Typically, most people return to work the same day.
- What are teeth extractions? Tooth extractions, in simple terms, is the removal of teeth.
- Do you need a pediatric dentist? Pediatric dentists are helpful, but many use family dentists.
- Is a dental bridge better than a crown? Crowns and bridges serve different purposes. We explain!
- Are dentures better than implants? Actually, implants preserve bone! They’re an excellent choice.
- Are receding gums treatable? Periodontal disease & receding gums can be treated by a dentist.
- Will dentist do payment plans? See how we can help you afford the dental care you need!
If you’re looking for a dental office that accepts the whole family, you’ve come to the right place! At Northstar Dental, we offer many different kinds of services, including an excellent family dentistry program. If you need an appointment set up for a few of your family members, we’ve got your back! Listed below is what we have to offer for general dental care.

Emergency Dental Care
Dental emergencies happen. Whether emergencies occur during our business hours or after hours, we will do our best to help you. Our dental professionals want to help you with your dental emergencies. You can request to see our family dentist for an emergency dentist 24/7 by calling our emergency phone number at 402-840-9783.
Learn more here about types of dental emergencies
Teeth cleanings and exams
Regular dental cleanings and exams are an important part of your overall well-being. Most dental problems do not hurt at their initial stages. The best way to keep your dental treatment affordable is to detect and treat dental problems before they become severe. Let us help you live a healthier life overall by improving your dental health.
Learn more about dental cleanings and exams
Tooth Extractions
Our top priority is to preserve our patients’ natural teeth. Unfortunately, sometimes a tooth extraction is necessary to prevent an infection or to control pain. As a family dentistry, we do offer comfortable tooth extractions. With oral sedation available, we can remove a tooth without causing anxiety associated with tooth extraction. We also offer several options for replacing missing teeth.
Learn more about tooth extractions
Root Canal Therapy
Root canals have a bad name, but Dr. Kathryn Alderman is determined to change this negative perception about root canals. She has done hundreds of root canals and believes this procedure should not cause anxiety for her patients.
Learn more about root canals
Children’s Dentistry
It is important to teach children about the importance of great dental habits at an early age. By establishing those good habits, children grow up free of dental problems and learn to enjoy coming to the dentist instead of being afraid. Our family dentists enjoy seeing children and providing children’s dentistry.
Learn more about Children’s Dentistry
Dentures
If you are missing all or most of your teeth, you may be a great candidate for implant dentures or a partial. We offer different options for implant retained dentures at our office, customized to meet unique cosmetic and functional needs of each patient. We also repair dentures!
Find out more about dentures
Receding Gums and Periodontal Disease
Receding gums along with swelling and bleeding gums can be a sign of more than just gum sensitivity. If you have noticed swollen gums and receding gums along with them bleeding easily, you may have a gum infection called periodontal disease.
Find out more about Receding Gums and Periodontal Disease
Dental Crowns and Bridges
Dental Crowns and bridges are used to restore fragile or missing teeth. We are proud to offer all-porcelain crowns and bridges that blend well with your surrounding natural teeth.
Learn more about Dental crowns and bridges
Most people look for the nearest dentist office to their homes. Luckily, we have three other convenient locations throughout Lincoln to give you access to the great dental care all over town: Coddington in West Lincoln, Southpointe in South Lincoln, Preserve Family Dentistry in East Lincoln, and Lincoln Family Dentistry in Central Lincoln.
What’s so special about children’s dentistry at Northstar?
Our team at Northstar works with thousands of child patients throughout the years. We’re excellent at helping kids feel safe, calm, and comfortable, and we enjoy doing it! In our care, children are in good hands. During their appointments, we’ll check for any potential problems with their teeth, while talking to them and keeping them entertained and happy. We check for these problems to prevent any more extensive treatments for the future. Similarly, we have a wealth of knowledge to share with parents. We offer many tips and tricks to parents to help their children with good oral hygiene at home. If you’re looking for ways to teach your kids good home care, we’ve got you covered!
Lincoln Dental Clinics: Affordable Family Dentistry
At Northstar, we value your time and money. We understand that affording dental care is often more tricky than it seems. That’s why we’ve worked so hard over the years to offer affordable family dentistry “near me” options for our patients.
The information on this page was written by Dr. Kimberly Polley.
This gentle Lincoln, NE dentists says: “I believe that everyone is entitled to a healthy life. I am happy to work with my patients’ concerns and help them overcome their fears. Consequently, once they overcome their fears, they can routinely receive the dental care that they need, resulting in a healthy, beautiful smile.”
You can schedule with this Lincoln, NE dentist, or her partners, online 24/7 at her North Lincoln Location of Nebraska Family Dentistry. This “dentist near me” serves the local communities close to Northstar Dental in Waverly, Davey, Raymond, Garland, Ceresco, Greenwood, and Malcom.
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We have 7 Locations in Lincoln, NE!
- Lincoln Family Dentistry – Central Lincoln
- South Lincoln Family Dentistry – South Lincoln
- Northeast Lincoln Family Dentistry – Northeast Lincoln
- Preserve Family Dentistry – East Lincoln
- Coddington Dental – West Lincoln
- NorthStar Dental – North Lincoln
- SouthPointe Dental – Southwest Lincoln
- Emergency Dentist NE – Emergency Dental Care
Nebraska Family Dentistry has multiple Lincoln Dental Clinics!
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