General & Family Dentistry in Montgomery, Alabama

Routine Care That Keeps Your Smile Healthy and on Track

If you are putting off cleanings, exams, or a small fix, minor problems can grow into bigger ones. Parkside Dental Care offers routine checkups and cleanings, plus a full range of general care so you can protect your teeth, stay ahead of decay, and keep daily life comfortable.

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Patient Stories

The Stories Behind the Smiles

The best way to understand the care we provide is to hear it from the people who’ve experienced it firsthand. The videos below feature patients who came in nervous or had been hiding their smiles for years, and left feeling like themselves again.

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What Is General and Family Dentistry?

General and family dentistry is the broad part of dental care that covers routine checkups and cleanings, exams, x-rays, and treatment for common problems like cavities, gum disease, cracked teeth, and tooth wear. It also includes watching for oral cancer signs, jaw problems, and sleep apnea clues during exams. The care is designed for patients of different ages, so we can track changes in your teeth and gums over time.

Services We Offer

General Dentistry Services We Offer

Your routine visits should catch problems early, keep your mouth comfortable, and help you avoid bigger treatment later. These services support healthier gums, stronger teeth, and a calmer experience when you need care.

Dental Cleanings & Exams

Routine checkups and cleanings help us remove buildup early, spot concerns sooner, and keep you on track for a healthier smile.

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Fluoride Treatment

This quick preventive treatment helps strengthen enamel, lower cavity risk, and protect your teeth between visits.

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Periodontal Treatment

When gum disease is present, we help control infection and protect the bone and tissue supporting your teeth before tooth loss becomes more likely.

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Tooth Extractions

When a tooth cannot be saved, extraction can relieve pain and make room for the next step in restoring your oral health.

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Care that keeps life moving

Benefits of General & Family Dentistry

When dental care fits real life, it is easier to stay ahead of problems instead of reacting to them. General & Family Dentistry gives you a steady plan for protecting your smile, watching for changes, and keeping everyday needs from turning into bigger interruptions. That kind of consistency helps each visit feel purposeful and manageable.

Catch problems earlier

Small changes are easier to address when they are found before they spread. That means a minor concern can stay small, helping you avoid the stress of waiting until something hurts or disrupts your routine.

Keep visits on track

A regular schedule makes it simpler to stay connected to your oral health without scrambling to fit things in at the last minute. You can plan around work, school, and family life with less guesswork.

Support a healthier mouth

Routine care helps watch for cavities, gum disease, enamel wear, and other changes that can build quietly over time. When those issues are tracked early, your mouth has a better chance to stay stable.

Lower the chance of emergencies

A small toothache or chipped tooth is easier to address before it turns into a painful interruption. That can mean fewer surprise problems and less pressure when your schedule is already full.

Stay more confident socially

When your mouth feels clean, checked, and cared for, it is easier to speak up in meetings, smile in photos, and enjoy time with other people. You can focus on the moment instead of wondering whether something is being missed.

Protect long-term value

Regular care helps preserve what you already have, which can save time and stress down the road. Small preventive habits often support bigger treatment choices by keeping problems from compounding over time.

Your Smile Stays Supported, Watched Closely, and Ready for Everyday Life.

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Is General & Family Dentistry right for you?

Many people use this service as a simple way to keep their mouth on track. General & Family Dentistry helps us find problems early, ease discomfort, and keep care practical for you and your family.

Keeping up with care

Routine checkups and cleanings fit you if you want to stay ahead of problems before they grow. This is a practical match when your goal is simple, steady care that supports healthy teeth and gums.

Returning after a gap

If you have been putting off visits, you are still welcome here. We can start with a thoughtful exam and build a plan around what your mouth needs now, not what you wish had happened sooner.

Caring for family

Busy parents and caregivers often need one place for ongoing dental care. General & Family Dentistry works well when you want support for yourself and the people you help, all in a familiar setting.

Do Any of These Sound Familiar?

Over the years, we’ve spoken with thousands of patients who felt exactly where you might be right now. Their stories often share common threads of frustration, self-consciousness, and hope for something better.

You keep meaning to book a cleaning and keep pushing it off
Ice water or hot coffee makes one tooth feel sharp
Flossing keeps catching on a spot that feels rough
You hide chips or stains when someone takes photos
A toothache keeps coming back and wearing you down
Your child needs a dentist who feels easy to trust

A clearer path forward

General & Family Dentistry fits the little warnings and daily frustrations that can quietly add up, bringing peace of mind.

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Real Smile Changes

Natural Results with Lasting Confidence

Each before and after image reflects a personalized process, not a template. As you browse, notice how the final smiles stay balanced, natural, and suited to the patient’s own features.

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Satisfaction Rate

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900+

Implants Placed

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Years Changing Lives

What to Expect

General and family dentistry treatment steps made clear

Clear visits can make routine care feel much easier to manage. With General & Family Dentistry, you know what we are looking for, why it matters, and how each visit supports a healthier smile over time.

Start with concerns

Your first visit begins with a conversation about what has changed, what feels off, and what you want to keep on track. We also look at your teeth, gums, and past work, so you can feel reassured that your concerns are being taken seriously, even if the issue seems small.

Care that fits

Treatment is planned around your needs, whether that means a routine cleaning, a filling, gum care, or another service that keeps your mouth healthy. You can expect a calm pace, clear explanations, and attention to comfort, so the visit feels manageable rather than overwhelming.

Keep progress going

After your visit, you leave with a healthier mouth and a clearer plan for staying that way. Regular checkups, cleanings, and home care help protect your smile, support easier eating and speaking, and give you more confidence in everyday life.

Your healthier smile ahead

With General & Family Dentistry, weeknight dinners, school photos, and routine days feel easier with a smile that stays on track.

Flexible options

Payment Flexibility That Eases Treatment Planning

We offer payment options that reduce the stress of larger treatment plans and unexpected care. You can explore monthly payments, use major credit cards, or ask about in-house membership and discount plan options if you do not have insurance.

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Common questions

General & Family Dentistry FAQs

General & Family Dentistry covers a lot of everyday care, so it is normal to have questions about visits, comfort, and what comes next. We answer the most common concerns below, and if your situation is not covered, reach out and we can talk it through.

What does general and family dentistry include?

It includes routine checkups and cleanings, x-rays, cavity care, gum disease treatment, and help for common concerns like tooth pain or broken teeth. We use these visits to catch problems early and keep your care practical for the long run.

How often should I come in for a checkup?

For most patients, every six months works well. If you have gum disease, a history of cavities, or certain health concerns, we may recommend visits every three to four months so we can keep a closer eye on your oral health.

What should I expect at a routine visit?

Typically, we review your health history, check your teeth and gums, and take x-rays if needed. Then we perform a cleaning and talk through any findings, so you leave knowing what we saw and what, if anything, needs attention.

Do dental cleanings hurt?

Most cleanings are comfortable, though you may notice some pressure or tenderness if your gums are inflamed. If you are sensitive or anxious, let us know, because we can adjust the visit and explain what to expect before we begin.

What if I have a toothache or sudden dental problem?

Call us right away, especially if the pain is strong or keeps getting worse. We offer same-day emergency root canal when appropriate, and we can also evaluate other problems like swelling, cracks, or infections that need prompt care.

Can general dentistry help with gum disease?

Yes, and that is a big part of what we do. Periodontal, or gum, treatment helps remove the infection around the teeth and bone before it advances, and some patients need more frequent maintenance visits to keep it under control.

What happens if I skip regular dental visits?

Small problems can grow quietly between appointments. A minor cavity, early gum inflammation, or a worn filling may become more involved later, so patients should be aware that waiting often means more complex treatment down the road.

Are dental x-rays safe and really necessary?

X-rays help us see decay, bone changes, and other issues we cannot check by looking alone. We only take them when needed, and they give us a clearer picture so we can make decisions based on what is actually happening.

How do you help nervous patients feel more comfortable?

We take things step by step and explain what is happening before we do anything. Parkside Dental Care offers oral sedation and nitrous oxide for certain treatments, and we can discuss options that help your visit feel more manageable.

Why choose Parkside Dental Care for general and family dentistry?

Parkside Dental Care offers general and family dentistry with in-house 3D cone beam scanning, oral sedation, and same-day emergency root canal when needed. We also focus on natural results and practical care, so your treatment plan stays grounded in what you actually need.

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Meet the Doctor

Experienced Care From a Trusted Local Dentist

At Parkside Dental Care, we combine advanced training with a personal approach to dentistry. You’ll find a team committed to comfortable visits, honest guidance, and treatment plans built around your goals.

Dr. David Loveless

DMD

A Birmingham, Alabama native and graduate of Briarwood Christian High School, Dr. Loveless earned his undergraduate degree in Biomedical Sciences, Summa Cum Laude, from Auburn University before completing his dental degree at the UAB School of Dentistry. He went on to finish a one-year residency at Foundry Dental Center in Bessemer, where he received advanced training in general dentistry, oral surgery, implant placement, and IV sedation. He has placed 900+ dental implants throughout his career and brings that hands-on experience to every patient who walks through our doors.

Outside of dentistry, Dr. Loveless is married to Sarah Epperson, attends First Baptist Church Montgomery, and enjoys golf, hunting, and time at the beach and lake with family.

20+

Services Offered

98%

Satisfaction Rate

4.9

Average Rating

900+

Implants Placed

35+

Years Changing Lives

What Our Patients Say

Real Stories From the Families Who Trust Us Most

From restored confidence to comfortable visits that feel like family, our patients share experiences that changed how they feel about dentistry. With over 500 five-star reviews, their words reflect the lasting relationships we build every day.

I enjoyed my first visit and cleaning experience. The staff was very nice, but I especially enjoyed Ms. Althea. She was such a sweetheart! I can’t wait to chat with her again at my next cleaning.

Erica Caffey

4 months ago

Dr.David Loveless and his staff are awesome. Professionals in the dental field. I would recommend them and have to any and everyone.

Raymond Harris

5 months ago

My experience at Parkside Dental has been exceptional. Dr. Loveless and his staff are very accommodating, kind, and thorough.Dr. Loveless set me up with a full dental plan and financial plan to conquer to work I needed done.This is a judgement free zone. The professionalism is unmatched. I feel a lot of people hesitate to get dental work done due to embarrassment. I can verify the atmosphere at this office is so refreshing.I received a permanent bridge and a few extractions. My pain was minimal but always considered during the procedure. The staff and Dr. Loveless talk you through every bit of what they are doing and your future dental goals.Again, they deliver exceptional care and I highly recommend Parkside Dental.

Kayla Lessley

5 months ago

Dr Loveless did a masterful job with my dental implants. He first did four implants for a hybrid plate for my lower teeth and then most recently did a single implant to replace a tooth in my upper teeth. The implant looks and feels great! His office staff is kind and attentive. The office is attractive and comfortable too! Great experience.

Lucy Loveless

6 months ago

After much research on implants I decided to make an appointment with Dr Loveless with Parkside Dental. From the time I walked in and met the team, I knew I was in the right place. They all were so nice and helpful. Dr Loveless explained the procedure, my options and answered all my questions and concerns. I decided on the implants and set my appointment. I am very pleased with my new smile and the wonderful part is not having to deal with dentures. I would recommend calling Parkside Dental for your implants needs.

Patricia Rogers

6 months ago

I have a fear of Dentist, due to trauma from my childhood. I knew it was time for me to face my fears and start taking care of my dental hygiene, the staff at Parkside dental was not judgemental, they were understanding, and amazing!They eased all my fears and were just phenomenal with helping me work through my PTSD.Dr David Loveless is a miracle worker! The office is clean the staff is friendly and even with me crying they helped me through everything. I would recommend this office 1000 times over.I walked out with a beautiful new smile that I am proud of. If you are looking for a dentist this is the place. Parkside dental, thank you! Thank you for everything!

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Our Location

Quality Dental Care in the Heart of Montgomery

Our office sits just off Taylor Circle, about a mile from Eastchase Mall and easy to reach from neighborhoods across the greater Montgomery area. Whether you’re stopping in before work or bringing the whole family, getting here is simple and stress-free.

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General & Family Dentistry in Montgomery, Alabama

Routine Care That Keeps Your Smile Healthy and on Track

Patient Stories

Whole-mouth Care

Services We Offer

Dental Cleanings & Exams

Fluoride Treatment

Periodontal Treatment

Tooth Extractions

Care that keeps life moving

For everyday needs

Keeping up with care

Returning after a gap

Caring for family

Do Any of These Sound Familiar?

Real Smile Changes

What to Expect

Start with concerns

Care that fits

Keep progress going

Flexible options

Common questions

What does general and family dentistry include?

How often should I come in for a checkup?

What should I expect at a routine visit?

Do dental cleanings hurt?

What if I have a toothache or sudden dental problem?

Can general dentistry help with gum disease?

What happens if I skip regular dental visits?

Are dental x-rays safe and really necessary?

How do you help nervous patients feel more comfortable?

Why choose Parkside Dental Care for general and family dentistry?

Meet the Doctor

Dr. David Loveless

What Our Patients Say

Our Location

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