Yancho Family Dentistry

Yancho family dentistry is a well-established and highly-regarded dental clinic located at 3699 W South Airport Rd, Traverse City, MI 49684. The practice is spearheaded by Dr. Phillip C. Yancho, a respected dentist with over 30 years of experience in family and cosmetic dentistry, and his son, Dr. Joseph P. Yancho. Both dentists are graduates of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry. Dr. Phillip C. Yancho is board-certified through the American Dental Association (ADA) and a member of the prestigious International College of Dentists (ICD), an honor extended to only 3% of dentists. He has also been consistently recognized as a "Top Dentist" since 2009 and received a 2017 Public Service Award from the Michigan Dental Association for his contributions to providing care for underinsured and uninsured veterans through the "Victors for Veterans (V4V)" program. The clinic prides itself on providing state-of-the-art dental services in a comfortable, patient-friendly environment. Their fully digital (chartless) practice utilizes modern dental technologies such as CEREC (Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics) for same-day restorations, DIAGNOdent laser decay detection, and 3D CT scan imaging for precise implant placement. Yancho Family Dentistry offers a comprehensive range of services, including: General and Family Dentistry: Routine dental exams, professional cleanings, preventative care, tooth-colored fillings, and tooth extractions. They emphasize patient education for optimal oral health and even have a "No Cavity Club" for younger patients. Cosmetic Dentistry: Procedures to enhance smile aesthetics, such as professional teeth whitening (in-office laser whitening and custom home kits), porcelain veneers, dental bonding and contouring, and smile makeovers. Restorative Dentistry: Restoring damaged or missing teeth with options like same-day crowns (CEREC), dental implants (Straumann product line), bridges, and dentures. Periodontal Therapy: Treatments for gum disease, including scaling and root planing (SRP). Special Areas: Offering nitrous oxide sedation ("laughing gas") for patient comfort and anxiety relief, athletic mouthguards, TMD treatments, and custom night guards. root canal therapy is also provided. Patient reviews consistently highlight the friendly, professional, and compassionate nature of Dr. Yancho, Dr. Joe Yancho, and their entire staff. Patients frequently praise the thorough examinations, effective communication, and the use of advanced technology, which contributes to a comfortable and pain-free experience. The office is described as clean, bright, and welcoming, with a separate kid-friendly room in the waiting area. Many patients commend the long-lasting results of their dental work and the overall sense of trust and care they receive, often describing the team as feeling like "family."