Frequently Asked Questions

Prentice Dental is an independent, solo-doctor private practice—not a corporate dental chain. You see the same trusted dentist in Flower Mound TX every visit: Dr. Joshua Prentice, a Kois Center Graduate with Honors. There are no production quotas or rushed appointments. The practice features advanced in-house technology including three milling units for same-day crowns, AI-powered diagnostics, and digital smile design.

Prentice Dental is located at 2900 Long Prairie Rd, Suite D, Flower Mound, TX 75022. Phone: (972) 539-6831. We're conveniently located for patients from Flower Mound, Highland Village, Lantana, Lewisville, Double Oak, Copper Canyon, Bartonville, Argyle, Southlake, Grapevine, and Coppell.

Yes, Dr. Prentice is an award-winning cosmetic dentist in Flower Mound whose practice focuses on smile makeovers, porcelain veneers, and digital smile design. He was named Living Magazine Readers' Choice 2025, Cosmetic Dentist and was voted Best of Denton County Best Family Dental Practice in 2024, 2025 and 2026.

Dr. Joshua Prentice is a Kois Center Graduate with Honors—one of the most rigorous advanced dental training programs in the country. He has been practicing since 2014, with a focus on complex restorative and cosmetic dentistry. A Flower Mound resident himself, Dr. Prentice opened his independent practice to focus on personalized care, lasting relationships, and exceptional outcomes using advanced digital technology.

Yes, Prentice Dental is currently accepting new patients from Flower Mound, Highland Village, Lantana, Lewisville, and surrounding communities. You can book online through our scheduler or call (972) 539-6831 to schedule your consultation.

Your first visit includes a comprehensive exam with Dr. Prentice, digital X-rays, iTero digital scans, and AI-powered diagnostic analysis. Dr. Prentice will take time to understand your concerns, review your oral health history, and discuss your goals. Expect an unhurried appointment focused on building a long-term relationship.

Dr. Prentice primarily treats teens and adults. For children under 12, we're happy to refer you to a trusted pediatric dentist in the Flower Mound area.

Prentice Dental is in-network with most PPO dental plans, including Cigna, MetLife, Guardian, UnitedHealthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Humana, Principal and Lincoln Financial. We file claims for you. Coverage varies by plan, so call us at (972) 539-6831 or check with your insurance company to confirm your benefits.

We're in-network with most PPO plans; call us or check with your plan to confirm your benefits. If you don't have dental insurance, ask us about our Smile Savings Program.

Yes, we offer flexible financing options to help make dental care affordable. We can discuss payment plans for larger treatments like full-mouth restoration, cosmetic dentistry, or dental implants. Our goal is to ensure cost isn't a barrier to the care you need.

We offer comprehensive cosmetic dentistry including porcelain veneers, digital smile design, professional teeth whitening, cosmetic bonding, same-day crowns, and complete smile makeovers. As a cosmetic dentist in Flower Mound, Dr. Prentice uses advanced digital technology to preview and refine your smile.

Yes, Dr. Prentice uses digital smile design technology that allows you to preview your new smile before any permanent work begins. He can show you digital mockups and create PMMA temporary restorations you can 'test-drive' before committing to final ceramics.

Restoration lifespan depends on many factors, including the condition of the underlying teeth, restorative materials, bite forces, grinding or clenching, home care, and professional maintenance.

Yes, Prentice Dental offers same-day crowns in Flower Mound using our Glidewell.io milling system with three in-house units. Dr. Prentice designs, mills, and places a single permanent crown in a 90–120 minute appointment—no temporary crowns, no second appointments, no waiting weeks for a lab.

A single same-day crown is a 90–120 minute appointment. Mill time is 15–35 minutes. The appointment includes digital scanning with iTero Lumina, crown design, in-office milling, and final placement with bite adjustment. You'll leave with your permanent crown—no temporary needed.

Yes, same-day crowns are made from the same high-strength ceramic materials (lithium disilicate or zirconia) as traditional lab crowns. The difference is fabrication location, not quality. Same-day crowns are built for strength and long-term wear; your exam decides the best material.

Full-mouth restoration is comprehensive treatment to restore all or most of your teeth when they're severely worn, damaged, or failing. It addresses bite collapse, TMJ issues, chronic tooth breakage, and functional problems. Dr. Prentice focuses on complex cases using his Kois Center training and systematic, evidence-based approach.

You may need full-mouth restoration if you experience severe tooth wear from grinding, multiple failing teeth or large fillings, collapsed bite causing TMJ pain, chronic tooth breakage, difficulty chewing, or failed previous dental work.

Treatment timelines vary depending on the scope of work involved. Dr. Prentice uses the eight-step, function-first Prentice Method: Diagnose; Establish the Bite; Design; Preview; Prepare & Provisionalize; Test & Refine; Finalize; Deliver & Protect. Each case is different, and Dr. Prentice will explain the sequence and timing appropriate for your treatment plan.

Prentice Dental features cutting-edge technology including iTero Lumina digital scanner (no goopy impressions), Overjet AI-powered cavity and bone loss detection, Glidewell.io with three in-house milling units for same-day crowns, digital smile design software, and low-radiation digital X-rays. Disclosure: Dr. Prentice is a paid consultant for Overjet.

Dr. Prentice uses Overjet AI technology that analyzes digital X-rays using artificial intelligence to detect cavities, bone loss, and other issues with remarkable accuracy—often catching problems earlier than visual examination alone. Disclosure: Dr. Prentice is a paid consultant for Overjet.

iTero Lumina is the latest generation digital scanner. Instead of uncomfortable impression trays, a small wand captures incredibly detailed digital scans of your teeth in minutes. It's faster, more comfortable, and more accurate than traditional impressions.

Call (972) 539-6831 immediately for dental emergencies. Prentice Dental, 2900 Long Prairie Rd, Suite D, Flower Mound, TX 75022, prioritizes same-day emergency appointments Monday through Thursday for broken teeth, severe pain, or urgent dental needs.

Dental emergencies include knocked-out teeth, broken or cracked teeth, severe toothache, lost crowns or fillings, dental abscesses (swelling with fever), and uncontrolled bleeding. If you're unsure, call us—we'd rather assess your situation than have you wait and risk complications.

Yes, Dr. Prentice provides permanent same-day restorations for many emergencies using our in-office milling technology—not just temporary fixes. If you break a tooth, you may leave with a permanent crown the same day.