Exceptional Dentist - Fort Smith, AR
Make it with a Smile!
Quality Care in a Relaxing Environment
Welcome to New Smile Dental
What Makes us Different?
Our dental team near you always goes the extra mile to create a warm, relaxing, and enjoyable care experience for each patient in need. From dental implants to emergency dentistry, we want to leave you feeling inspired to smile!
Convenient
Office Hours
10:00am - 1:00pm,
1:30pm - 6:00pm
8:00am - 12:00pm,
1:00pm - 5:30pm
8:00am - 12:00pm,
12:30pm - 4:00pm
10:00am - 1:00pm,
1:30pm - 5:00pm
8:30am - 12:00pm,
1:00pm - 5:30pm
Calm, Family
Atmosphere
We enjoy caring for patients of all ages and helping children and adults alike feel right at home here.
Dental Emergencies
Welcome
Serious mouth pain? Broken tooth? We see dental emergencies ASAP and often on the same day as your call.
Se Habla
Español
We have a dedicated team that can help you in your preferred language of either English or Spanish.
MEET the Dentist
MEET Your Dental Team
Gilberto López, DDS
Kind, Caring & Highly Trained
Meet Your Experienced
Family Dentist
Time for your child’s next checkup? Interested in upgrading your smile with veneers? Is a loved one ready to restore their bite with dentures? You’ll see from the very first appointment that Dr. López isn’t like most nearby dentists. For well over 25 years, he has striven to provide compassionate, education-based care that addresses the patient’s personal needs and concerns, leaving them with not only a healthier smile but a better quality of life too that’s sure to last. His tireless enthusiasm for serving others shines through at every single appointment, and he hopes that you and your family’s visit will be the first one of many more to come.
MEET Your Dentist
Here to Serve You & Yours
Meet Your
Dental Team
From the very first phone call, we want our valued patients in your area to know that they are our top priority! That’s why the New Smile team works so hard each day to make appointments smooth, enjoyable, and as stress-free as possible. We love taking the time to learn more about you and your family, personalizing our care approach and building a relationship based on trust. We’re also never too far away when you have a concern or need a question answered, whether it’s at the front desk or in the treatment operatory.
MEET Your Dental TeamWe Value Patient Education
Our team loves helping patients feel confident and well-informed about their own oral health. Check out our video gallery if you’d like to learn more about enjoying a healthy smile for life!
Kind Words from Our Dental Patients
"Dr. López is awesome. So caring and gentle. He takes the time to make sure you understand what he is doing and he makes sure you don’t feel the pain. His staff is gentle kind and caring. Someone always calls the next day just to check on you."
Fort Smith, AR
"Dr. López and the staff here are wonderful. They take very good care of you and make sure that every visit is comfortable and pain free. I highly recommend. I’ve been going here for 5 years now and have never regretted setting up that first appointment. They are great!"
Fort Smith, AR
"Words can't explain how great this team is! I felt comfortable. I felt like they could read my mind and we were in sync. Sounds weird but I truly appreciate their gentle treatment and I didn't feel like I've committed a crime by having bad teeth. I feel at home. Thank you guys!"
Fort Smith, AR
Exceptional Dental Services for All Ages
How Can We Help You?
Keeping up with a big family’s daily needs can be time-consuming, not to mention exhausting. That’s why New Smile Dental enjoys offering a comprehensive variety of different services right here in one convenient location near you! Are you and your children overdue for six-month checkups? Are you struggling with some dental pain or a frustrating chip in your smile? Are you ready to replace a missing tooth? Do you want to learn more about sedation dentistry to alleviate dental-related anxiety? We’re happy to help with all of these goals and so many more.
Dental Insurance & Financing
We Make Dentistry Affordable
Our nearby team enjoys making every aspect of oral healthcare as simple and stress-free as possible, including when it’s time to pay. We’re in-network providers for many major dental insurance plans (including Aetna, Delta, and Cigna) and also offer flexible payment plans for added convenience!
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EXPLORE All Our Specials
$59
New Patient
Special
Special
Includes Full Exam & X-Rays
* Does not Include Prophyaxis
$99
Kids Special
Includes Full Exam, X-Rays,
Fluoride & Cleaning
Offer only available to children ages 16 and younger for initial appointment.
Returning
Patient Special
40% Off Exam and X-rays
* For Patients who have not been seen in 2+ years. Does not include cleaning.
We Love Fort Smith
In addition to being a highly qualified dentist, Dr. López is also a committed humanitarian who believes that everyone, no matter where they live or how much money they have, deserves access to quality oral healthcare. He and his team members in your area regularly serve the community through charitable organizations and even embark on international mission trips to underprivileged countries, inspiring smiles wherever they go!
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Giving Back Locally & Globally
Frequently Asked Questions
The more you know about dentistry, the easier it is to get the best care for your smile. Our team is here to answer any questions you might have about your care; if there’s anything you want to know, all you have to do is give us a call! To help you take the first steps toward a healthier smile, below we’ve answered some of the questions that we’ve often gotten from our patients.
How Do I Get Emergency Dental Care?
If you have a life-threatening dental injury such as a broken jawbone, you should call 911. Other dental emergencies, such as knocked-out teeth or chronic toothaches, aren’t as immediately dangerous but still require urgent care. Most hospitals and emergency rooms won’t be equipped to handle these types of dental problems, so it’s better to call a dentist instead. Our practice near you is proud to offer same-day emergency appointments, and we can give you first-aid advice over the phone if necessary.
How Do I Find the Best Place to Get Dental Work Done?
You only have one natural smile, so of course, you want to find a trustworthy dentist to take care of it. But simply searching for a dentist near you in Google can give you far too many results to sift through. A good strategy is to focus on what’s important to you. Do you want a practice that accepts your insurance? Are you looking for a dentist with decades of experience? Do you want sedation options to help you stay calm during your visit? New Smile Dental offers all these features and more. If you’d like to get a feel for what our practice is really like, take a look at some of our patient reviews.
How Much Does a Dental Checkup & Cleaning Cost in Fort Smith?
In the United States, the cost of dental checkups and cleanings averages between $200 and $350 without insurance. The exact price will vary depending on several factors, such as the cost of living where the practice is located. Bear in mind that many insurance plans offer 100% coverage for preventive checkups once you’ve met your deductible for the year.
If you’re having trouble paying for regular dental checkups, we can help! Our team offers financing through CareCredit, allowing you to pay in smaller, budget-friendly installments with little to no interest. Reach out if you’d like to learn more about this option and how you can apply.
How Can I Make a Same-Day Appointment with a Dentist?
Some issues, such as having a tooth knocked out, need to be taken care of right away. If you call our office and explain your situation, we can help you determine whether you need a same-day appointment and make the necessary arrangements for you. That way, you can find relief from your dental pain and have your smile repaired as quickly as possible before the issue has a chance to grow any worse.
Finding Our Fort Smith Dental Office
Our Fort Smith dental office is conveniently located at 1021 S 21st St. We’re between Towson Avenue and Creekmore Park, close to River Town Federal Credit Union and Goodyear Commercial Tire & Service Centers. We’re also less than a 10-minute drive from the University of Arkansas, so we’re a great fit for students and faculty too! If you have any trouble locating us, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team so we can help.