Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted Elkhart Dental Practice for Comprehensive Care
At Watkins Family Dentistry, we pride ourselves on delivering comprehensive dental care tailored to meet the needs of every family member. Established in 2002 by Dr. Bruce Watkins, our practice combines advanced dental technologies with personalized attention to ensure optimal oral health. Our team utilizes innovative tools such as 3D Cone Beam CT Scanners and digital CAD/CAM dentistry to provide precise, efficient treatments. We prioritize patient comfort through a welcoming environment and sedation options for anxious visitors.Dr. Watkins' extensive background, including military service and affiliations with prestigious dental associations, underscores our commitment to excellence. Our mission is to help patients achieve healthy, confident smiles through preventive, cosmetic, and restorative services while maintaining transparency and ethical standards.
Services
General Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry
Sedation Dentistry
Dental Implants
All-on-6 Implants
BOTOX Cosmetic
Dermal Fillers
Same-Day Crowns
Oral Cancer Screening
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in family dental care.
- Our office utilizes advanced dental technologies like 3D imaging.
- We provide sedation options for anxious or nervous patients.
- Our team maintains affiliations with top dental associations.
- We prioritize personalized care in a family-friendly environment.
Associations and certifications
- International Dental Implant Association (IDIA)
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD)
- American Dental Association (ADA)
- Academy of General Dentistry (AGD)
- Chicago Dental Society (CDS)
What people say
Friendly staff
Thorough dentist
Comfortable environment
Exceptional service quality
Positive dental experiences
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants replace missing teeth roots, providing stable support for crowns, bridges, or dentures. Our practice offers personalized implant planning using advanced imaging technology. Patients benefit from improved chewing function, natural aesthetics, and long-term oral health preservation.
Same-Day Crowns
Utilizing CEREC technology, we create custom dental crowns in one visit. This eliminates multiple appointments while maintaining precision and durability. Patients receive natural-looking restorations that match their existing teeth perfectly.
Sedation Dentistry
We offer oral conscious sedation for patients experiencing dental anxiety. This service promotes relaxation while maintaining patient responsiveness during procedures. It enables comprehensive care for individuals who might otherwise avoid treatment.
BOTOX Cosmetic
BOTOX injections reduce facial wrinkles while also treating TMJ disorders and bruxism. Our certified team administers precise doses for natural-looking results. Patients achieve both cosmetic improvements and therapeutic benefits in facial muscle relaxation.
Oral Cancer Screening
We employ Sapphire technology for advanced oral cancer detection. This non-invasive screening identifies abnormal tissue changes early. Regular screenings significantly improve treatment outcomes through early intervention opportunities.
People
Bruce Watkins
Dentist
Dr. Bruce Watkins graduated dental school in 1998 and served in the U.S. Naval Dental Corp. He founded Watkins Family Dentistry in 2002 and maintains Diplomate status with the International Dental Implant Association.
Questions
What dental services do you offer?
We provide general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry including implants, same-day crowns, BOTOX treatments, and sedation options.
Do you accept dental insurance?
Yes, we accept most dental insurance plans and help patients maximize their benefits through proper claims processing.
Are emergency dental appointments available?
While we don't list emergency services specifically, we recommend contacting our office for urgent dental concerns during business hours.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Request an appointment through our online form or call (574) 293-9832 during regular business hours for scheduling assistance.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, we offer CareCredit financing options to help patients manage out-of-pocket dental expenses through manageable monthly payments.
Reviews (7)
Michael Vander Wal
Mar 19, 2022
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Dr. Watkins is a great dentist. If you want to know more information he always is willing to educated you. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. I have received services from them for the last 3 years, and I have been very pleased with their service. Another big plus is that they don't push very hard on buying additional services or products which can be an issue with other dentists. I fully support recommending them for dental services.
Candy Butler
Jan 09, 2022
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Clean, safe, and relaxed atmosphere. Dr. Watkins was very informative about procedures (implants) being performed. The staff is very friendly, but professional.
Sarah Olsen
Jan 08, 2022
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Watkins Family Dentistry: Look no more. This is where you want your care. Not only is Dr Watkins incredibly knowledgeable, he also works hard to help you understand the care you need and why. The staff is rare. Every single employee I have been in contact with goes above and beyond to make me feel so welcomed. You truly matter to them. I've been to 8 dentists since 2006. I've tried so many and have been dissatisfied, disappointed and charged outrageous amounts, I've also gotten work done that did more damage. He has managed to heal and recover all the errors other dentists made. No one comes close to the care I receive at Watkins.
Jon Schlabaugh
Dec 29, 2021
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After my dentist (Dr. Stewart) retired some years ago the new dentist didn't work out for me so I was looking for a dentist. I saw that Dr. Watkins had great reviews so my kids and I gave him a try and we couldn't be more pleased. He is very thorough and will remind you of any procedure that needs to be done if it's something that you have been putting off, not in a pushy way but more of a caring way. Everyone at the office seem to be happy employees.
D. Robertson
Nov 06, 2021
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I recommend Dr. Watkins and his team. Don't have the txt space to explain all that I had gone through to get help. I can say this, I searched the web and called several practices with little luck of getting help. I called Watkins Family Dentistry and they got me in within 2 hours and extracted a tooth. I would rate them with a 10. Big thank you Dr. Watkins and your team.
Dale J. Westfall
Sep 19, 2021
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Great experience, Debra the hygienist did a fantastic job. She does a wonderful job of cleaning your teeth! No pain. Everyone in the office are great to do business with. Dale
Beth Davis
Nov 24, 2020
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Watkins Family Dentistry is an excellent dental provider! Dr Watkins is knowledgeable, thorough and explains everything very well. Our dental hygienist is gentle, thorough and friendly. We are relatively new to this office and we're impressed!
