Heckman Dental
Discover a dental home in Nicholasville, Kentucky, where Heckman Dental combines modern care with a welcoming, family-owned atmosphere. Located conveniently in Jessamine County and proudly serving the surrounding communities of Lexington, Lancaster, Danville, and Garrard County, our practice is dedicated to providing exceptional dental experiences for patients of all ages.
Under the expert care of Dr. Ben Heckman, our team offers a comprehensive range of services tailored to your unique needs. From routine cleanings and advanced periodontal treatment to cosmetic enhancements like teeth whitening and porcelain crowns, we ensure your smile is healthy, functional, and beautiful. We also specialize in veneers, fillings, and restorative procedures, using the latest materials and techniques to preserve your natural teeth.
We understand that dental anxiety is common, which is why our friendly staff, including hygienist Tiffany and our dedicated support team, work tirelessly to make every visit comfortable and stress-free. Our pediatric approach ensures that children feel at ease, turning dental visits into positive experiences. Additionally, we are committed to accessibility, offering flexible financing options and a savings plan for those without insurance, ensuring that quality dental care is within everyone's reach.
Step into our state-of-the-art office at 117 Bryant Dr. and experience the difference of a practice that truly cares. Whether you need a check-up, a brightening treatment, or complex restorative work, Heckman Dental is here to help you achieve the smile you deserve. Contact us today to schedule your appointment.
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 10h-14h
- tuesday: 9h-13h, 14h-17h
- wednesday: 9h-13h, 14h-17h
- thursday: 9h-13h, 14h-17h
- friday: 9h-13h, 14h-17h
- saturday: (closed)
Services and Treatments
Heckman Dental: Reviews
Reviews are the opinions of their authors. We do not verify that the author was a customer.
Reviews on Google
4,9 out of 5 from 253 reviews
Fantastic experience: Tiffany, Bethany and Emily are so friendly! Tiffany does an excellent job of thorough ly cleaning my teeth. I really like the ultrasonic cleaning that gets all the plaque with no pain. Dr. Heckman is very knowledgeable. The whole crew are great!
Thank you, Melinda! Tiffany, Bethany, Emily, and Dr. Heckman will appreciate your kind words. Thanks for taking the time to give our whole crew a shoutout!
Fantastic experience: Called last minute on a Friday and they got me in and took care of me. Great staff amazing care. Glad I found them. They will be my dentist from here on out.
Thanks, Bill! Your kind words about our staff mean a lot. We really appreciate your recommendation!
Negative experience: Rude on the phone sad because we have delta dental. Usually delta members are treated more kindly.
Fantastic experience: Always a good experience! Gentle, friendly, and attentive.
Thanks, Laura! Gentle, friendly, and attentive is exactly what we aim for. We appreciate your kind words!
Positive experience: Overall good but if you are a Medicaid patient be expected to be treated like one. All the employees know who pays with what insurance and it's acceptable with these low-creativity positions to classify people. In a sense, you're a little less than what they see as an acceptable person.
Fantastic experience: The office staff are wonderful. They were able to get me in immediately and start the process for my dentures. They fit wonderful and I recommend many people there. I absolutely love my new dentures, my self confidence has boosted, and I have a beautiful smile now.
Thank you, Michelle! Your kind words and recommendations mean so much to our team. We appreciate you sharing such a thoughtful review!
Fantastic experience: Best dentist ever, been going to since they opened and Tiffany and Bethany are great to work with awesome staff overall
Thanks, Jerry! We appreciate your support over the years. Tiffany and Bethany will be happy to hear your kind words!
Negative experience: I took my elderly mother for appointment. We got there a few minutes early and the door was locked. I looked for posted lunch hours and didn't find anything. Heckman Dental needs to post lunch hours. The website says 9-5. It's not really 9-5 if they are gone for lunch.
Negative experience: Shopping around for a new dentist called (Sept 16th 2024) told by receptionist not currently accepting new patients
Fantastic experience: Tiffany is wonderful! She is very knowledgeable, thorough and gentle. Highly recommend her.
Thank you, Maya! Tiffany will appreciate your kind words and recommendation. Thanks for giving her a shoutout!
Fantastic experience: The staff here are very friendly! They’re thorough but quick, so appointments don’t take long and you don’t have to sit in the waiting room for long before you’re seen. Highly recommend them!
Thanks, Mackenzie! We appreciate your kind words about our team. Your recommendation means a lot!
Fantastic experience: Dr Heckman and the staff are amazing! Highly recommend!
Thank you, Melissa! Dr. Heckman and the team will be happy to hear your kind words. We appreciate your recommendation!
Fantastic experience: I had a huge fear of the dentist before coming to Heckman dental. Everyone here is kind and welcoming, and they do an amazing job. I highly recommend them!
Thank you, Leeann! Creating a kind and welcoming environment is important to us. We appreciate your thoughtful review and recommendation!
Fantastic experience: Everyone was very friendly as always and welcomes u with a smile.
Thanks, Joe! Your kind words about our friendly team made us smile. We appreciate you taking the time to leave a review!
Fantastic experience: Been coming here for years. Super friendly staff and the easiest scheduling
Thank you, Caleb! We appreciate your support and the shoutout to our staff. Thanks for sharing such a kind review!
Fantastic experience: Friendly staff and helpful with getting appointments scheduled. Dental work being done is well done as well
Thank you, Young! We appreciate your kind words about our staff and their helpfulness. Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback!
Fantastic experience: On a recommendation from my dearest mother I ventured to this north side dental office and…. I’ll stay here forever if they will let me! The best dental experience I can have occurs outside of downtown Nicholasville!!! The staff is top notch!!!! You need all of these professionals in your life!!!!
Fantastic experience: Wonderful practice! All of the staff is so friendly, and professional. Would definitely recommend
Fantastic experience: I absolutely love taking my children and I to Heckman Dental. We have been going there for years and the staff are always friendly and so kind. We appreciate their time and always working with my schedule.
Fantastic experience: I have had the best experience!! Seriously the most kinddd staff Ive ever encountered at a dentist office!! Dr.Heckman is easy going, kind, and efficient! They made me feel 100% comfortable, they were gentle, and very attentive! 10/10 would recommend every time!
Fantastic experience: I have been there for a full teeth cleaning. They do excellent work. Great customer service great staff. They get you in and out quick. Great customer service.
Negative experience: i drove my friend all the way to ur location and u told her she could not be seen today because y’all messed up her contact info and used a phone number from 2010? like who does that? and then u tell her that u don’t have her appointment even tho she got a confirmation text. THEN you told her that there is nothing yall can do about it and to go see someone else. this place is absolutely unprofessional and should be closed down. you do not care about ur patients nor how they feel.
Fantastic experience: Chipped a front tooth that was damaged in a car wreck many years ago. Dr. Heckman’s office got me in lots faster than anyone else could. Took about an hour but he fixed me back up. And I think my tooth looks better now than it did! Clean facility, wonderful atmosphere, friendly staff, and quick and knowledgeable dentist. Will recommend to family and friends.
Fantastic experience: Like this Office . Emily did a good job cleaning. No waiting time
Fantastic experience: Have been going to Heckman Dental for about two years now. They are very thorough, helpful, and professional!
Fantastic experience: Always the best experience going to Heckman Dental. Dr. Heckman is wonderful and his staff is personable and professional! I cannot recommend them enough.
Fantastic experience: Great dentist and friendly staff. They make you feel comfortable and welcome. Highly recommend.
Negative experience: I had almost all of my teeth pulled. The guy left at least 3 teeth in that were supposed to be pulled bc they were being difficult, and it was past time on a Friday afternoon...plus I heard him say: "there's a chip in there, but I'm not gonna get it, it'll just heal.." Now my gums are throbbing with pain! No discharge instructions or any paperwork. Just a follow up to get the other teeth pulled BEFORE I GET MY DENTURES! So I'm going to have to wait even longer?! Just bc they wanted to get out on a Friday Afternoon...this place is in for one HECK of a phone call.
Fantastic experience: Excellent dental work, easy to get started with (even if it's been a long time since your last visit) and super nice. They got me back into the habit of getting regular teeth cleanings after 8 years of not going to the dentist.
Fantastic experience: Can’t say enough great things about Heckman Dental!! Dr. Heckman, Tiffany, Bethany and Whitney are all amazing!!! If you’re looking for a fantastic dentist office, I highly recommend them! I promise you won’t be disappointed!
Fantastic experience: Tiffany is the best! Teeth are sparkling. :)
Fantastic experience: I gave this practice a try when I switched dentists, and I'm so glad I did. The staff is very friendly and welcoming (shout out to Tiffany and Bethany) and Dr. Heckman's work has been excellent. The office is close to where I work but I think I'd drive the extra distance even if it wasn't.
Fantastic experience: By far the best dentist I've ever experienced. I had a dental emergency and couldn't find a dentist. Dr. Heckman took me in within an hour and resolved the issue. His stuff is friendly and couldn't ask for a better treatment. Definitely grateful for finding this office.
Fantastic experience: Absolutely the best dentist I have ever been to. The place is spotless, everyone is so compassionate and caring. They treat you like family. I highly recommend Heckman Dental.
Fantastic experience: Heckman has been my dentist for a year now. There is nothing lacking! From procedures to clean facilities, warm greetings to appointment reminders, detailed explanations on billing, and everything in between... it's all there!
Fantastic experience: Great place! Friendly and very thorough!
Fantastic experience: Love the friendly staff here! I don’t have to hate coming to the dentist when I come here.
Fantastic experience: Everyone is caring and kind and very up to date with dental practices.
Fantastic experience: Wonderful experience! Heckman Dental and staff are the best! From the moment you walk in everyone is so welcoming and friendly. Tiffany and Bethany are wonderful! They are very knowledgeable, thorough and gentle. I cannot say enough great things about the Heckman Dental team. Highly recommend them for all your dental needs.
Fantastic experience: The entire staff is great! Emily is great! She can really make my chrome shine! I’m so glad I made the switch to this office!
Fantastic experience: Heckman is a great dentist. I wish they took my insurance because I would definitely switch and make this place my primary dental location.
Fantastic experience: Found this office through a friend, and we like to call it our "family dentist office". All of my friends go here, even though we live in Lexington. It's worth the drive. The staff are friendly and informative of what is happening with your care. Dr. Heckman is very nice & I love Tiffany the hygienist!
Fantastic experience: Absolutely the best. All my life I have had a fear of going to the dentist and that was complicated by my P.T.S.D. Form my first visit Dr. Heckman and his staff made me feel very comfortable and at ease of having my teeth worked on. The whole staff is just amazing. I really recommend Heckman dental to anyone that has a phobia of dentists. Thank you to all the staff.
Fantastic experience: Great service and staff. I love my new choice of dentistry!
Fantastic experience: Me and my whole family go here. We absolutely love this place. The people are awesome and they dona really good job. They are very quick and thorough. We won't go anywhere else!!
Fantastic experience: Super amazing dental office, we’ve been going there every year for about 3-4 years and it’s amazing, super kind employees and always easy to talk to, overall amazing place definitely would recommend to others if u need a dentist this the place to go for sure.
Fantastic experience: Best dental office in Central Kentucky I've recommended to my family and friends. and with the atmosphere of Heckman's personell and the work they do, all of my family and friends that go appreciate the service we receive from there office!
Thank you, Tina!
Fantastic experience: Absolutely love the staff! They are friendly, professional and thorough.
Thank you, Candace! We appreciate you!
Fantastic experience: This is a great dentist office! They always make you feel like part of the family. It’s reasonably priced with personalized service, a great combination especially if going to the dentist makes you feel uneasy.I highly recommend them!!
Fantastic experience: Tiffany is very nice does a great job . Everyone really nice in the office
Fantastic experience: Never thought I’d say this because I hate going to the dentist. But Heckman Dental makes it easier. Bethany and Tiffany are so kind and fun and they really make me feel welcome and they really care about me. Dr. Heckman is professional yet fun and it’s the best dental experience I have ever had.
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Karen!
Fantastic experience: I had a recent visit to Dr. Heckman and could not have had a better experience. The office is beautiful and easy to find. The staff is warm and professional. Dr. Heckman is intelligent, kind, and honest. They are not looking to upsell patients, only help keep your teeth healthy. My wife and young children all see him as well and they love going to the dentist now! I had another appointment immediately following my visit and they were understanding and professional getting me out at exactly the time I requested. I would recommend Dr Heckman and Tiffany their excellent hygienist to anyone who wants to keep their teeth healthy!
Thank you so much for the fantastic recommendation, James!
Fantastic experience: An easy going, relaxed experience. First time going here and wont be the last.
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Zachary!
Fantastic experience: What a great experience! From staff to procedures, this office is A+! Dr. Ben puts you at ease immediately. He is good at explaining things and what he is doing. The hygienist is very thorough, and the staff always have a friendly smile for you. Wouldn't go anywhere else!
Thanks for the fantastic review, Nancy!
Fantastic experience: For someone that is terrified of the dentist this place is awesome! Dr. Heckman is a great dentist, patient and kind person. Bethany in the front office has helped me with every concern. Tiffany does a wonderful job as hygienist. Great place!
Thanks for your kind words, Karen! We're happy you had a great dental experience!
Fantastic experience: Always friendly and they work great with my kids!
Thanks for the positive feedback, Megan!
Fantastic experience: The entire staff is genuinely amazing. As a new patient with dental anxiety, I felt very comfortable. Tiffany is the best hygienist I’ve ever had clean my teeth. Dr. Heckman was extremely personable, down to earth, yet professional at the same time. I’m so glad I made the switch to this office!
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so happy you felt comfortable, and we're glad you switched to us!
Fantastic experience: Love these people! Started going to them when I moved to Nicholasville 4 years ago, and have stuck with them since. I've since moved, but still make the half-hour drive because of the great, honest work they do. Dr. Heckman is extremely skilled, and his staff are highly capable and exude professionalism. They refuse to do unnecessary work for the sake of billing more to your insurance, so you can trust that you are getting an honest assessment from them.
Thank you for the kind words, Chris, We appreciate your business!
Fantastic experience: Absolutely Great, the staff goes above and beyond to help you with all your dental needs. I drive over 45 miles just for my dental care. 5 stars
Thank you for your continued business, Joy!
Fantastic experience: I rate u guys five stars because u are very nice and u guys do a good job
Thank you so much for the kind review!
Fantastic experience: Great group of friendly and professional people! Very attentive to my needs! Perfect place for all your dental needs! Kudos to Dr. Heckman and his staff!!
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Lisa!
Fantastic experience: Extremely friendly, always find a way to get me in with my busy schedule!!! Bethany and Tiffany are amazing and Bens not so bad willing to help me after hours!!! Worth the hour drive!!
Thank you so much for the fantastic review, Zack!
Fantastic experience: Love love love!!!! I haven’t been to the dentist in a few years and was nervous! They all made my experience so easy and I’m actually excited to go back :))
Thanks for the kind words, Paige. We're excited for you to come back too!
Fantastic experience: Everyone is super friendly. Tiffany and Bethany offer great advice and help. Overall a great place to get work done.
Thank you so much for the positive feedback, Trever!
Fantastic experience: Absolutely adore Heckman Dental! They always make you feel relaxed, comfortable and welcome. All of the staff are amazing! Highly recommend them for your whole family.
Thank you so much! We appreciate your kind words!
Fantastic experience: Friendly staff and friendly dentist, they made my family feel comfortable throughout our whole visit.
Thank you, April!
Fantastic experience: I reccomend Dr. Heckman for any dental work you need. I absolutely love this place. I'm terrified of dentist and the staff and Dr. Heckman made me feel at home. The ladies up front are awesome and all his assistants are the best. My previous dentist I felt was just in it for the money, Heckman dental is not! Very affordable and do great work. If I could give them 10 stars I would. Wont ever go anywhere else!
Thank you so much, Daniel! We greatly appreciate your kind words!
Fantastic experience: I’ve been going to Heckman Dental for years and they’re the best. Tiffany is really nice and friendly and everyone takes the time to get to know you. I would definitely recommend them.
Thank you, Mathew! We greatly appreciate your business over the years!
Fantastic experience: Great place! Staff are very nice and welcoming
Thank you so much, Lora!
Fantastic experience: Very friendly staff who are great at what they do. Tiffany is a fantastic dental hygienist who is very personable and keeps you informed on every step of what she's doing and your overall dental health.
Thank you so much, James! We greatly appreciate your review!
Fantastic experience: Love Dr. Heckman and his staff they are AMAZING!!!! ❤
Thank you so much for you kind words, Melissa!
Fantastic experience: Very friendly and efficient staff. I’ve been going there for a couple of years now and have absolutely zero complaints. Also, they have a system that sends texts regularly so you make sure to never miss your appointment time, and if you have to, rescheduling is a breeze.
Thank you so much, Michael! We greatly appreciate your business!
Fantastic experience: We've been coming here for 6 years. They are the best! They take really good care of you and the little ones. Would recommend to anyone. They are really gentle and easy with the kiddos which makes the trip easier for everybody
Thank you so much for your business over the years, Shanna!
Fantastic experience: Loved them, really nice, great environment. The music made it more relaxing. She let me know everything she was going to do before working.
Thank you so much for the great review, Kat!
Fantastic experience: This is a great dental office! Tiffany is a wonderful hygienist who makes you feel comfortable and does a great job. I would highly recommend them to anyone!
Thank you so much, Chuck! We greatly appreciate your great review!
Fantastic experience: Love coming to Heckman Dental. I had a crown completed here, it looks and feels just like my natural tooth. Dr. Heckman really takes the time to pay attention to the details. The staff is super friendly and fun. Cleanings are thorough and painless. My kids love going there too.
Thank you so much, Dave! We love having you and your family!
Fantastic experience: I love everyone at Heckman! They are all so nice and call me by name when I walk in. Hands down the best dentist I’ve ever been to. I would recommend them to anyone and will never go anywhere else. I broke a tooth on my lunch break a couple of weeks ago, they got me in within 30 mins and it was fixed within an hour. You won’t find a better dentist!
Thank you so much, Brittany! We appreciate your business!
Fantastic experience: Awesome office. Great staff, knowledgeable dentist. Quick, easy, and pain free. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much, Jeremiah!
Fantastic experience: Just the nicest staff! Tiffany is very thorough with her cleanings. The office is very clean and pleasant. Dr. Heckman will even sing to you while he's checking your teeth!
Thank you so much for the great review, Danielle!
Fantastic experience: Love them! Super friendly and welcoming.
Thank you so much, Britt!
Fantastic experience: I've been going to see Tiffany for years. She is kind and knowledgeable. Dr. Heckman does an amazing job looking at my teeth and watching spots. he is not the type of dentist to put fillings in your mouth like crazy, unless you really need them of course.
Thank you so much! We greatly appreciate your review!
Fantastic experience: I love Heckman! I actually look forward to seeing everyone their.
Thank you so much for your great review!
Fantastic experience: Since I started coming to Heckman Dental I have never left disappointed! The staff take time to get to know you on a personal level rather than treating you as just another patient. It is very family oriented and they all seem to enjoy their jobs and get along well with each other. My entire family has started coming here as well and we all have squeaky clean teeth when we leave. The hygienists take their time to make sure everything is taken care of before sending us on our way!
We love to hear this! Thank you for the great review and your business Maysa!
Fantastic experience: Going to the dentist has always been a little nerve racking for me, but Dr. Heckman and his staff made me feel very comfortable and at ease... I highly recommend them to anyone! Ask for Tiffany Short, you won't be disappointed!
Thank you for the great review Kayla! We'll pass on your kind words to your staff!
Fantastic experience: This is a nice place. I go here regularly. It's great how they remember you and they ask about your family. I don't know of any other place that does that. Most importantly, Tiffany is awesome at her job! I didn't like going to the dentist before because it was painful for me. I have sensitive gums. Tiffany does a great job when it comes to that and she keeps my mind off of the pain. If you are looking for a good place for your chompers, this is it! LOL!
We love our customers! Thank you so much for your kind words and the great review Javier
Fantastic experience: Absolutely one of the best dental offices we have been to. My kids are usually scared to go to the dentist but everyone at this office made them feel completely at ease. Would definitely recommend to all my family and friends!
Thank you for the amazing review Tiffany! We love that we can make our patrons feel at ease!
Fantastic experience: If i could give them 10 stars I would great staff they work quickly to get you in I have only had the best experiences with these guys and have been a patient since they opend and dont plan on going any where
Wow! Thank you so much for your review and your business Sarah!
Fantastic experience: Best dental office in this area! Great service and excellent dental work. Dr. heckman is very knowledgeable and shows a great passion in what he does! The hygientist Tiffany is super gentle yet very thorough! Tiffany and Carina are great with my children! Bethany is a sweetheart always so pleasant and helpful. Can't say enough about this great establishment!
Thank you so much Kelly! We love our staff too! We'll pass on your compliments to them!
Fantastic experience: Great people, just like family when you are there.
We think so too Jackie! Thank you so much for your kind words and the review!
Fantastic experience: My kids loved it there! Bethany was the best!
Thank you Mandy! We're glad you and your family had a great experience!
Fantastic experience: Great office and staff! Love Bethany she is so sweet!
We love our staff! Thank you for the 5-star review Hagen!
Fantastic experience: My family has been going to Dr Hickman for a few years and I have to say they are wonderful! Always courtesy and polite. Definitely 5 STAR Dental!
Thank you for the review Elaina! We appreciate your business!
Fantastic experience: I really love the personal and professional care that I get at Dr. Heckmans office. Everyone is so helpful, thoughtful and caring. Everyone smiles and are so easy to talk to. Dr. Heckman is a caring dentist who wants to make your smile the best it can be and Tiffany a great hygienist.
Thank you for such a thoughtful review Glenn! We love to hear that your experience at Heckman Dental was top notch!
Fantastic experience: Tiffany cleans teeth using a vibrating magic eraser, the love of a new mother and tenacity of car salesman. She turned my dirty hobo smile into a Seacrest glamour shot. I've seen Tiffany rescue a kitten stuck in a tree with nothing but a roll of floss and a vinyl glove. Fact: Tiffany killed Voldemort. And Heckman is cool too.
Thanks so much for the positive review, Dalton! We're also pretty upset Tiffany wasn't mentioned in the Harry Potter books!
Fantastic experience: Referred by a friend and I’m so glad I went! Great staff. I felt very confident in their work and practice. Office was very clean & organized. I don’t live near this area but Heckman’s Dental made it worth the drive— kudos! Tiffany Short was awesome! Going to refer my family & friends.
Thank you so much for the incredible review and recommendation, Tiffany! We truly appreciate your business!
Fantastic experience: I recommend this place over any other dental office I have ever went to . The staff is very knowledgeable and super friendly. If your the type of person that doesn’t like coming to the dentist then you have been going to the wrong one. You gotta check this place out CANT GET ANY BETTER. Ask for Tiffany she’s AWESOME
Thanks for the 5 stars, Kristofer!
Fantastic experience: Love Heckman Dental. They are really down to earth folks who make you feel comfortable.
Thank you for the kind review, Marlania!
Fantastic experience: Love these guys! I used to hate dentist visits because I’ve had some bad experiences with other dentists but since finding Dr. Heckman I don’t care to go!! Everyone there is very nice and know what they are doing!!!
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, April! We're so happy when our customers have great experiences and truly appreciate your business!
Fantastic experience: Heckman Dental and the staff are the absolute best, I never have to wait long before being seen, everyone is always very professional and extremely friendly in the office. I highly recommend Dr. Heckman as your new dentist, he is extremely knowledgeable and will go out of his way to help you with whatever problems you might be having. I wish you could give a 10 star review, because 5 stars is simply not enough for Heckman Dental.
Thank you for your wonderful review, Karnell! We appreciate your kind words and are so happy to have you in our Heckman Dental family!
Fantastic experience: Great dental staff!! Never been to dentist and felt more comfortable. Had to get tooth pulled and Dr Heckman and his assistants made sure I was in no pain. Very clean place and well spoken!!
James, thank you for taking the time to leave a review & your excellent recommendation!
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