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124 Longview Drive
Suite 8
Destrehan, LA 70047
About
Destrehan Dentist Dr. Richard OwensSince 1981, Richard L. Owens DDS has practiced trusted and family-based dentistry for his local community. Whether you are an existing or non-existing patient of ours, we welcome you with open arms and sincerely hope that our website can serve as an informative guide towards helping you reach your oral health goals. Our patients trust us as their Destrehan dentist because we tailor every patient’s dental plan according to their specific needs. We have developed a healthy reputation of utilizing personalized dentistry to correctly determine which of our services and procedures would best accommodate those needs. We emphasize our care in general, family, and cosmetic dentistry in the Destrehan area.
We are proud to announce that Dr. Reid Owens will soon be joining his father’s practice. Both he and his father look forward to building relationships with their patients as well as assisting them in obtaining optimal oral health.
As a local Destrehan family dental practice, we are sure to maintain a low volume and high quality practice. This enables us to give our patients the time and effort that they deserve. In fact, many of Dr. Owens’ original patients’ children now bring in their own families to our Destrehan dental practice. We currently accept patients that are at least one years of age and older.
At Owens Family Dentistry, we commonly ask ourselves “Will this benefit our patients?”. We truly care about meeting our patients’ goals, Dr. Owens prides himself on selecting the best course of treatment for his patients every time.
We look forward to hearing from you soon!
Call (985) 764-1615 to Request an Appointment!
We genuinely hope this site is helpful to you in learning more about our practice, dental conditions and treatments, dental recommendations, and more.
Richard Owens, DDS
Visit Owens Family Dental Care in Destrehan!Destrehan Dentist Dr. Richard OwensSince 1981, Richard L. Owens DDS has practiced trusted and family-based dentistry for his local community. Whether you are an existing or non-existing patient of ours, we welcome you with open arms and sincerely hope that our website can serve as an informative guide towards helping you reach your oral health goals. Our patients trust us as their Destrehan dentist because we tailor every patient’s dental plan according to their specific needs. We have developed a healthy reputation of utilizing personalized dentistry to correctly determine which of our services and procedures would best accommodate those needs. We emphasize our care in general, family, and cosmetic dentistry in the Destrehan area.
We are proud to announce that Dr. Reid Owens will soon be joining his father’s practice. Both he and his father look forward to building relationships with their patients as well as assisting them in obtaining optimal oral health.
As a local Destrehan family dental practice, we are sure to maintain a low volume and high quality practice. This enables us to give our patients the time and effort that they deserve. In fact, many of Dr. Owens’ original patients’ children now bring in their own families to our Destrehan dental practice. We currently accept patients that are at least one years of age and older.
At Owens Family Dentistry, we commonly ask ourselves “Will this benefit our patients?”. We truly care about meeting our patients’ goals, Dr. Owens prides himself on selecting the best course of treatment for his patients every time.
We look forward to hearing from you soon!
Call (985) 764-1615 to Request an Appointment!
We genuinely hope this site is helpful to you in learning more about our practice, dental conditions and treatments, dental recommendations, and more.
Years In Practice
44
Primary Specialty
Dentist
Gender
Male
Education
Dr. Richard Owens is from Lafayette, Louisiana and received his undergraduate degree from the University of Southwestern Louisiana in Lafayette. He was active duty with the U.S. Air Force and maintained inactive reserve status for 9 years while he continued his education. He attended LSU School of Dentistry, graduating in 1981. After working as an associate dentist in 5 dental practices, he entered private practice in Destrehan, Louisiana in 1985. He is a member of several dental associations and study clubs including the Academy of General Dentistry, Academy of Cad/Cam Dentistry, American Academy of Implant Dentistry, American Dental Association, Louisiana Dental Association, New Orleans Dental Association, Cerec Study Club of New Orleans, and the Christian Medical and Dental Association.
Training
He is ethically committed to his lifetime journey of excellent dental care through his ongoing postgraduate continuing education for the benefit of his patient population. He received his Fellowship Award from the Academy of General Dentistry in 2007 which is achieved by only 7% of U.S. dentists. He has completed over 1400 hours throughout his career, including the completion of the Core Curriculum from the prestigious Dawson Academy of Advanced Dental Studies in St. Petersburg, Florida, and the 2008 to 2010 Comprehensive Dentistry Program (MasterTrak) at the University of Florida School of Dentistry in Gainesville, Florida.
Certification
National & Louisiana State Board of Dentistry Certified Since 1981
Office Staff
Sandy B. Owens-Office Manager, Shellie Quinn-Hygienist, Gwen Breaud-EDDA, Shantel T. Lions-EDDA, and Reid M. Owens-Lab Technician/DDS Student
Services
Dentistry for Children and Adults,
Preventative Treatments, Cleanings and Deep Cleanings,
Periodontics, Fluoride Varnishes and Fissure Sealants, Non-invasive removal of Enamel White Spots, Teeth Whitening, Crown and Bridge (Restorative and Cosmetic) Ceramic, Porcelain, Gold, Cad/Cam Ceramics, Ceramic Veneers, Resin Veneers, Inlays/Onlays Partial Crowns, Restoration of Dental Implants, Custom Abutment, Custom Temporary, and Ceramic Cad/Cam Restoration, Custom Fixed Cosmetic Dentures and Partials, Conventional Dentures and Partials, Treatment of TMJ, Treatment of Bite Problems, Cosmetic Fillings, Resin and Cad/Cam Ceramics, Root Canal and Nerve Treatments, Emergency Treatments, Prescriptions to reduce anxiety for adults, Nitrous Oxide, Analgesia for children and adults
Digital x-rays and Extra-Oral Photography, 90%Less Exposure
Complete Smile Make-Overs, Dentistry for Medically, Compromised Adults, Minor Oral Surgery and Tooth Removal
Preventative Treatments, Cleanings and Deep Cleanings,
Periodontics, Fluoride Varnishes and Fissure Sealants, Non-invasive removal of Enamel White Spots, Teeth Whitening, Crown and Bridge (Restorative and Cosmetic) Ceramic, Porcelain, Gold, Cad/Cam Ceramics, Ceramic Veneers, Resin Veneers, Inlays/Onlays Partial Crowns, Restoration of Dental Implants, Custom Abutment, Custom Temporary, and Ceramic Cad/Cam Restoration, Custom Fixed Cosmetic Dentures and Partials, Conventional Dentures and Partials, Treatment of TMJ, Treatment of Bite Problems, Cosmetic Fillings, Resin and Cad/Cam Ceramics, Root Canal and Nerve Treatments, Emergency Treatments, Prescriptions to reduce anxiety for adults, Nitrous Oxide, Analgesia for children and adults
Digital x-rays and Extra-Oral Photography, 90%Less Exposure
Complete Smile Make-Overs, Dentistry for Medically, Compromised Adults, Minor Oral Surgery and Tooth Removal
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