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Northern Nevada Family Dental
5901 S. Los Altos Pkwy, #100, Sparks, NV 89436 
46.08 miles near Herlong
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(775) 626-7772

Dr. L. John K. VanHorn thrives in busy environments and feels at home at his practice, Northern Nevada Family Dental. His goal each day is to provide high-quality, efficient, and comfortable dental care. He takes the time to ensure that his patients receive the best care possible. His patient-centered approach puts their health and comfort above all else. Dr. VanHorn works alongside his patients to determine the best treatment options for them and helps educate them on their oral health situation so that they can better understand it and prevent future issues. After all, dental health plays a major role in full body health, so maintaining it is key to living a healthy life.

Dr. VanHorn attended Reed High School and then went on to the University of Nevada where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology and his master’s degree in biochemistry. He graduated with distinction. He completed his dental education at the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2006. Since then, he has been a practicing family dentist in Northern Nevada.

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David M White DDS
1300 Haskell Street, Reno, NV 89509 
46.98 miles near Herlong
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(775) 452-4521

Dr. David White takes high-quality dentistry just as seriously as he takes philanthropy. You can often find Dr. White combining the two by volunteering his time serving and educating his local community as an advisor for the University of Nevada Pre-Dental Society, a position he has held since 2004, or as an adjunct professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine and the University of Nevada, Reno. He is a member of the advisor committee for both universities as well. And, despite his already full schedule, Dr. White is also the current Government Affairs Vice Chair for the American Dental Association Council. Throughout his career, he has helped over 700 students get into dental school and he is always looking for new ways to further advance the dental industry.

Dr. White completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Nevada, Reno, where he was elected to the Associated Students of the University of Nevada because of his academic excellence. In 1999, he was awarded “Senior of the Year.” Dr. White earned his dentistry degree from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry. His time in dental school imparted in him a philosophy of hard work and leadership that he continues to carry with him today. Throughout his professional career, Dr. White has regularly attended continuing education courses that keep him up to date on the latest dental techniques and technologies, and ensure that he provides his patients with optimal care.

After opening his practice in 2004, Dr. White has provided world-class cosmetic and family dentistry to countless happy patients. His success has been recognized by the “20 under 40” award which he won in 2008. He also won the Outstanding Young Alumnus Award from the University of Nevada, Reno in 2010. He was the winner of the American Dental Association’s Golden Apple Award for mentorship, leadership, and legislative achievement in 2011, 2012, and 2013.

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Village Dental
7400 Rancharrah Pkwy, Ste 100, Reno, NV 89511 
49.99 miles near Herlong
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(775) 827-1113

Dr. Megan M. Cercek is always amazed at the positive impact dentistry can have on her patients’ lives. She feels honored each time she is given the opportunity to help someone improve their oral health and boost their confidence with a healthy new smile. Dr. Cercek attended the University of Arkansas and then earned her dental doctorate degree from the University of Louisville. Since her graduation in 2013, Dr. Cercek has been a practicing dentist in the Reno area and has been enjoying the work-life balance that dentistry allows her. To ensure that her patients receive the best care possible, Dr. Cercek stays up to date on dental techniques and technologies through her membership with numerous dental societies including the Nevada Dental Association, the American Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, and the Northern Nevada Dental Society. She is a Preferred Invisalign Provider and is certified in laser dentistry.

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