Detailed Introduction
Ladd Dental Group of Bunker Hill is a branch of the well-established Ladd Dental Group, a family-owned and operated dental practice with a rich history dating back to 1978, when Dr. John Ladd founded it in Kokomo, Indiana. The Bunker Hill office specifically opened in 2002 and is located at 1445 W Hoosier Blvd #102, Peru, IN 46970.
This clinic, like others within the Ladd Dental Group, is committed to providing comprehensive, quality, convenient, and affordable dental care to families in North Central Indiana. They offer a wide array of services designed to meet the diverse needs of patients of all ages, from children to adults. Key services include:
General Dentistry: Routine check-ups, professional cleanings, fluoride treatments, and cavity identification and fillings.
Family Dentistry: Addressing the unique oral health needs of every family member, with a gentle approach to help children develop positive associations with dental care.
Sedation Dentistry: Utilizing various methods like laughing gas, oral sedation, and even IV sedation (at their Periodontic Location and Oral Surgery Center) to help anxious patients relax during procedures, making dental visits more comfortable and allowing for more extensive work in fewer appointments.
Restorative Dentistry: Crowns, bridges, dentures, and fillings to restore damaged or missing teeth.
Oral Surgery: Including extractions (even impacted wisdom teeth) and dental implants, with specialists like a surgically trained prosthodontist and a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon within the larger Ladd Dental Group.
Preventative Dental Care: Emphasizing regular hygiene and check-ups to prevent dental diseases and maintain long-term oral health.
Cosmetic Dentistry: Including procedures like teeth whitening.
The Bunker Hill office features Dr. Dustin Newman, a highly experienced dentist known for his passion for helping patients overcome dental fears, relieve pain, and restore their smiles. He is particularly trained in sedation dentistry and adept at treating both children and adults.
Ladd Dental Group prides itself on a patient-centric approach, focusing on communication and individualized care. They leverage modern dental technology, including cloud-based management software for convenient patient paperwork, and strive to provide a comfortable environment. They are in-network with most insurance providers, including HIP and Medicaid, and offer an in-house dental membership plan (DentalOne) for those without insurance, as well as partnering with CareCredit for financing. Their mission extends beyond just dental care, aiming to contribute to the overall health of the communities they serve.