Convenient Access from Nichols Hills
Hefner Dental gives anyone choosing a dentist Nichols Hills, OK residents can reach in about 11 minutes a straightforward option from the Hefner Pointe complex, north of the lake in northwest Oklahoma City. Dr. Mark Phan handles both implant surgery and the final restoration in-house, and he also provides crowns, veneers and routine care. Most of the drive is a quick run up the Lake Hefner Parkway.
From Nichols Hills City Hall at 6407 Avondale Dr, follow Avondale to N Western Ave and continue to NW 63rd St. Go west on 63rd to Lake Hefner Parkway (SH-74), then head north with the lake's east shore beside you. Take the W Hefner Rd exit, then Hefner Pointe Dr, arriving at 11101 Hefner Pointe Dr Ste 100, Oklahoma City, OK 73120. The trip is close to 6.4 miles and has no tolls, although morning and evening rush hour can slow the Parkway.
The practice notes ample parking at the professional complex and a ground-floor suite, which helps after a longer procedure. Pull up our location on Google Maps for the pin. Neighbors to the north can read our pages for The Village and Britton.
Where Nichols Hills Patients Fit Into Our Practice
Nichols Hills was developed in 1929 by Dr. G.A. Nichols as a planned residential community, laid out by the firm Hare and Hare. Its curving streets carry the names of English towns, and the original plan set aside parks, golf courses and bridle paths. Since its first charter in 1959, the city has held to strict land-use and zoning rules that keep commercial districts on the edges.
That careful planning shows in the neighborhoods today. Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club, with its Perry Maxwell course, sits within the city, and Kite Park is among its green spaces. Grand Blvd runs through Nichols Hills and also forms the southern edge of Lake Hefner, and The Village borders the city on the north. Oklahoma City surrounds the rest, all of it in Oklahoma County.
The City of Nichols Hills keeps its offices on Avondale Dr, where our directions begin. The Village Library, a Metropolitan Library System branch just across the city line, serves Nichols Hills readers as well. Our office lies farther north still, just above the top of the lake.
Caring for Dental Work That Has Served You for Years
Crowns, bridges and fillings do not last forever. Margins can open, porcelain can chip, and decay can start underneath a restoration long before you feel anything. Adults who have had dental work for decades benefit from an exam that looks closely at each older repair rather than just the surface.
CBCT 3D imaging gives Dr. Phan a full view of the jawbone, the sinuses and the nerves. He plans each implant with this scan, which matters when an older tooth has failed and bone has thinned over time. When the scan shows a need, socket preservation, ridge augmentation or a sinus lift can be done before the implant goes in.
Keeping a new restoration healthy takes some planning too. Our page on crown longevity, bite protection and preventing future damage covers how bite protection and daily habits extend the life of your crowns. Regular cleanings with our hygienists help as well.
Older fillings deserve the same attention. Digital x-rays show decay hiding beneath a restoration while using a fraction of the radiation of film, and the images appear instantly on a chairside screen. The Diagnodent laser adds another check for early cavities along the grooves, so Dr. Phan can repair a small problem before it reaches the nerve.
Restorative and Cosmetic Care From a Dentist Nichols Hills, OK Patients Trust
Dental Implants
Dr. Phan handles both surgical placement and the final restoration, so you do not shuttle between offices. Treatment can replace a lone tooth, anchor a bridge or carry a complete arch. Local anesthesia keeps the area numb, with sedation available on request.
Dental Crowns
When an old crown fails or a tooth cracks around a large filling, a new crown restores strength. Choose all-ceramic for a natural look or zirconia for extra durability. Digital impressions take the place of impression trays.
Dental Veneers
Porcelain veneers refresh front teeth that have darkened, worn or chipped with age. Dr. Phan can treat a single tooth or plan a coordinated smile makeover. Each veneer is custom made for your smile.
Comfort & Sedation Options
Because nitrous oxide fades fast, most patients drive themselves home. Oral conscious sedation suits longer visits such as implant placement, and a responsible adult must drive you afterward. Noise-canceling headphones and eye masks are available during any appointment.
Gum Care
Healthy gums anchor every crown, bridge and implant. Deep cleanings, laser therapy and antibiotics halt gum disease before it loosens teeth. A screening is part of every checkup.
Meet Your Dentist
Dr. Mark Phan, DDS, finished the Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency and then spent time on the OU College of Dentistry faculty teaching implant procedures. Patients can complete their entire implant journey here with him. The rest of our office staff includes two hygienists and Bu, who manages the office.
Insurance & Financing
Implant and crown treatment often involves several phases, so Bu works with your insurance to get every benefit you are owed. Flexible financing fills gaps in coverage and helps patients who carry no insurance. Major credit cards, cash and personal checks all work for payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Hefner Dental from Nichols Hills, and how do I get there?
Our office is roughly 6.4 miles north of Nichols Hills City Hall, which takes about 11 minutes by car. The route uses N Western Ave, NW 63rd St and Lake Hefner Parkway, then W Hefner Rd to Hefner Pointe Dr. Patients who choose a dentist Nichols Hills, OK neighbors also visit will pay no tolls along the way.
Can I get an implant placed and restored in the same office?
Yes, Dr. Phan places the implant and then attaches the final crown, bridge or full-arch restoration right here. Keeping both steps under one roof spares you a referral to a second office for the surgery. Planning begins with a CBCT 3D scan, which shows bone volume and nearby nerves before treatment starts.
What are the warning signs of a failing crown?
Watch for a dark line where the crown meets the gum, sensitivity to hot or cold, a chip in the porcelain or food catching around the edge. A crown can also fail silently, so routine exams and x-rays are the safest check. Dr. Phan can check the fit and recommend a replacement only when it is truly needed.
Is sedation available for implant surgery?
Yes, implant patients may pick nitrous oxide or oral conscious sedation. Nitrous oxide helps you relax and fades quickly after the procedure. Oral conscious sedation goes deeper for long appointments, so arrange for a responsible adult to take you home. Local anesthesia numbs the treatment area in every case.
What is a bone graft, and why might I need one before an implant?
A bone graft adds material where the jawbone has thinned so an implant has enough support. Bone often shrinks in the months and years after a tooth is lost. Dr. Phan reviews your CBCT scan to decide whether a graft, ridge augmentation or sinus lift is needed before placement.
Schedule Your Visit from Nichols Hills
Whether an aging crown is bothering you or a gap needs filling, a dentist Nichols Hills, OK families can reach in minutes is waiting on Hefner Pointe Dr. Call (405) 643-4822 or book online. Neighboring communities are listed under areas we serve, and our Dentist Oklahoma City, OK homepage covers our hours and services in full.