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Your Trusted Dentist in Muscatine, IA
Lawhead Family Dentistry has served the Muscatine community for over 35 years, combining compassionate care with advanced dental expertise. Our team of 10 professionals, with over 130 years of collective experience, specializes in comprehensive dental solutions tailored to patients of all ages. We prioritize patient comfort through personalized treatment plans, utilizing modern techniques in cosmetic, restorative, and emergency dentistry. Our fourth-generation dental family, led by Drs.Carlin and Chris Lawhead, maintains rigorous professional standards while fostering a welcoming environment. We emphasize preventive care and patient education to promote lifelong oral health, offering transparent consultations and second opinions that reflect our commitment to ethical practice. With flexible scheduling and emergency services, we ensure accessible, reliable care that meets both immediate needs and long-term dental goals.
Services
Cosmetic Dentistry
Dental Crowns
Dental Fillings
Dental Implants
Emergency Dentist
Family Dentistry
Periodontal Therapy
Teeth Whitening
Dental Bridges
Root Canal Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- 35+ years serving the Muscatine community with proven dental expertise
- Fourth-generation dental family with advanced training in all specialties
- Emergency dental services available for urgent care needs
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to individual oral health goals
- Transparent consultations with no-pressure second opinions
What people say
Friendly staff
Professional service
Compassionate care
Successful emergency treatments
Transparent consultations
Services
Dental Crowns
Dental crowns restore damaged or decayed teeth through custom-fitted ceramic or porcelain caps. This procedure preserves tooth structure while improving appearance and function. Patients benefit from durable solutions that mimic natural teeth, with personalized shade matching and bite alignment. Our practice ensures precise preparation, temporary protection, and permanent installation within two weeks.
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent tooth replacement through titanium post integration with jawbone tissue. This multi-month process includes extraction, bone evaluation, surgical placement, and crown attachment. Patients gain natural-looking replacements that maintain bone integrity and bite alignment. We coordinate with oral surgeons for specialized implant placement while managing restoration phases.
Emergency Dentistry
Emergency dental services address acute issues like broken teeth, lost crowns, and severe toothaches. Our practice provides immediate pain management, trauma assessment, and infection control for conditions requiring prompt intervention. Treatments range from temporary stabilization to definitive procedures for knocked-out teeth, abscesses, and dental injuries sustained during accidents.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry improves smile aesthetics through procedures like bonding, veneers, and teeth whitening. We offer personalized consultations to address discoloration, gaps, and misshapen teeth. Treatment plans combine functional improvements with appearance-focused techniques, using materials that mimic natural tooth structure while meeting individual esthetic goals.
Family Dentistry
Family dentistry delivers comprehensive oral health services for all ages, from pediatric exams to geriatric care. Our preventive approach includes cleanings, exams, and hygiene education tailored to developmental stages. We manage common dental issues while monitoring long-term oral health, providing continuity of care that adapts to patients' changing needs throughout their lives.
People
Dr. Carlin Lawhead
Dentist
Dr. Carlin Lawhead joined the practice in 1982 after completing a General Practice Residency. He has practiced alongside multiple generations of dentists and currently works with his son Dr. Chris Lawhead to provide comprehensive care.
Dr. Chris Lawhead
Dentist
Dr. Chris Lawhead joined the practice in 2018, continuing the family's four-generation dental legacy. He specializes in modern restorative techniques while maintaining the practice's commitment to personalized patient care and community service.
Questions
What dental services do you offer for children?
We provide pediatric exams, preventive cleanings, and early intervention treatments tailored to children's developing oral health needs.
Do you handle dental emergencies after hours?
Yes, we offer emergency dental care for urgent issues like broken teeth, lost crowns, and severe toothaches outside regular business hours.
What payment options are available?
We accept major credit cards and work with most insurance providers. Payment plans can be arranged for extensive treatments.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Request appointments through our website or call (563) 263-8034 during business hours for immediate assistance.
What sets your practice apart from other dentists?
Our four-generation dental legacy combines advanced techniques with personalized care in a family-friendly environment.
Do you provide second opinions for dental treatments?
Yes, we offer comprehensive evaluations and alternative treatment options for patients seeking second opinions.
