DESERT HILLS DENTAL
One Dentist
for all your dental care needs.
Enjoyable, relaxing, premium quality Dental Care with a team that makes you feel like family.
One Dentist
Use one dentist
For the entire Family
Comprehensive Family Dental Care.
We work hard to streamline the process of getting your entire family in and out of the Dentist for routine cleanings.
Say Hello to your
new Smile Lifestyle �
Because smiling more makes life better.
DESERT HILLS DENTAL
One Dentist for all your dental care needs.
Enjoyable, relaxing, premium quality Dental Care with a team that makes you feel like family.
Join Our Smile Lifestyle �
Intelligently beautifying smiles.
Because everyone deserves a beautiful smile.
Use one dentist
For the entire Family
Comprehensive Family Dental Care.
We work hard to streamline the process of getting your entire family in and out of the Dentist for routine cleanings.
Say Hello to
your new
Smile Lifestyle
Because smiling more makes life better.
A hi-tech | high quality approach to Family Dental Care.
Enjoy a uniquely pleasant experience at the Dentist.
Dentist in Farmington, NM
Gentle, thorough dental care for your whole family, from first checkups to dental implants. Call (505) 327-4863 or request a visit online.
Your Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentist in Farmington
Desert Hills Dental Care is a family, cosmetic, and implant dental practice at 2525 E 30th St in Farmington, New Mexico, in San Juan County and the Four Corners. Our dentists see children and adults for cleanings, fillings, crowns, implants, Invisalign, and dental emergencies, often on the same day. We take Medicaid and most dental insurance, and we’re accepting new patients. Call (505) 327-4863 to book.
Finding a dentist you trust shouldn’t be hard. You want someone who explains what’s going on, tells you what it costs before work starts, and doesn’t make you feel rushed. That’s how our team works, whether you’re coming in for a cleaning or you haven’t seen a dentist in years.
Most families can get everything they need in one place here. We treat kids and adults and do crowns, implants, and dentures in the same office, so your family’s dental care can stay in one place.
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When It’s Time to See a Dentist
A lot of people wait until something hurts. By then, a small problem has often turned into a bigger one. These are the most common reasons patients call us:
- It’s been more than six months, or more than a few years, since your last cleaning and exam.
- A tooth aches, feels sensitive to hot or cold, or hurts when you bite.
- Your gums bleed when you brush or floss, or they look red or puffy.
- You’ve chipped, cracked, or broken a tooth, or a filling or crown came loose.
- You’re missing one or more teeth and want a fixed, natural-looking option.
- You’d like straighter, whiter, or more even teeth.
Waiting rarely makes dental problems cheaper. A cavity that needs a small filling today can need a crown or a root canal later. Gum disease that’s easy to treat early can loosen teeth if it’s left alone.
If you have pain, swelling, or a broken tooth, call us that morning. If it’s a checkup you’ve been putting off, call when you’re ready. We won’t lecture you.
Treatments at Desert Hills Dental Care
General and Family Care
Cleanings, exams, X-rays, fillings, and gum care for kids, teens, adults, and seniors. Start with our general & family dentistry services.
Dental Emergencies
Toothaches, broken teeth, knocked-out teeth, swelling, and lost crowns. If you need an emergency dentist in Farmington, call us as early in the day as you can.
Dental Implants
Single-tooth implants, implant bridges, implant-supported dentures, and All-on-4. Learn how dental implants can replace missing teeth for good.
Crowns, Bridges and Root Canals
Repair a cracked or worn tooth with dental crowns, including same-day CEREC crowns made here in the office. Fill a gap with dental bridges, and save an infected tooth with root canal therapy.
Dentures and Full Mouth Restoration
Full and partial dentures, repairs, and relines. If many teeth are worn, broken, or missing, we can plan a complete full mouth restoration.
Invisalign Clear Aligners
Straighten your teeth with clear, removable aligners instead of metal braces. See how Invisalign works for teens and adults.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Brighten, reshape, or repair your smile with cosmetic dentistry: porcelain veneers, professional teeth whitening, and bonding. Want to change several things at once? Ask about a smile makeover.
Snoring Solutions
At least 30% of adults snore on a regular basis, but that doesn’t mean snoring is normal. Airway blockage is the root cause of all snoring problems. Learn when and why you should be worried about snoring. Most patients don’t realize their dentist is the first line of defense against snoring and sleep apnea. Learn more about the wonderful alternatives offered for treating snoring and sleep apnea.
Meet Your Farmington Dentists
You’ll be cared for by a small team of local dentists who’ve treated Farmington families for years.
- Dr. Charles Schumacher, DDS, has served the Farmington community since 1986. He earned his DDS at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry and is a past president of the New Mexico Dental Association.
- Dr. Gene Hilton, DDS, is a graduate of the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry and a member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
- Dr. Clarissa Burgess, DDS, completed dental school at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine and joined Desert Hills in 2013. She treats tongue and lip ties with a dental laser.
- Dr. Jacob Collins, DDS, is a University of Michigan School of Dentistry graduate who grew up in the Four Corners.
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Dr. Hilton
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Our Mission Statement & Core Values
AT DESERT HILLS DENTAL CARE, WE STRIVE TO PROVIDE THE VERY BEST IN PREVENTIVE AND RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY, LEADING TO A LIFETIME OF DENTAL WELLNESS.
Desert Hills Dental Care is committed to ensuring your dental experience is affordable, comfortable, and personalized. We are part of a 40+ year trusted Farmington tradition of clinical excellence, offering state-of-the-art dental services. Our entire staff is highly trained and current on all the latest dental practices.
Desert Hills Dental Care offers several state-of-the-art dental services designed to prevent problems before they occur. Our Farmington Dentists will thoroughly evaluate your dental needs while devoting particular attention to your overall comfort and patient care. Your first visit to our office is the beginning of a lifelong friendship and the beginning of a happier and healthier mouth. If you are looking for the very best dental experience in Farmington, NM, visit us today!
Desert Hills Dental Care is a modern facility with the most technologically advanced techniques and equipment available. We are high-tech with a human touch, and the treatment we provide will always be warm and personal. Our caring, friendly team of Farmington dentists is committed to providing the professional dental care you deserve.
Technology That Makes Visits Easier
Good tools mean fewer surprises and, often, fewer visits. Our office uses 3D cone beam (CBCT) imaging for implant planning, low-dose digital X-rays, an intraoral scanner instead of messy impression trays, and a soft tissue laser for gum treatment. With CEREC, we can make a crown in one visit for many patients.
If you feel nervous at the dentist, ask about the comfort and sedation options we offer.
Insurance, Medicaid and Payment Plans
We work with most dental insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna, MetLife, Presbyterian, VA, and Medicare. We also see patients with New Mexico Medicaid. If you’d rather spread out the cost, we offer payment plans through Cherry, CareCredit, and Sunbit.
Our team works with your insurance company and walks you through the expected cost before treatment starts, so you know what you’ll pay. See insurance, Medicaid & financing for the full list.
New Patients Are Welcome
We’re accepting new patients. Your first visit usually includes an exam, any needed X-rays, and a cleaning, plus time to talk about your goals. Bring your insurance card, a photo ID, and a list of any medicines you take. You can fill out your forms ahead of time on our patient resources page, or plan to arrive a few minutes early.
Find out what to expect at your first visit, or just call (505) 327-4863.
Patients From Aztec, Bloomfield, and Kirtland
Many of our patients drive in from across San Juan County. We’re on E 30th St at the corner of Hutton.
- From Aztec: About 20 to 25 minutes (12 miles) via NM-516 (Aztec Blvd) west through Flora Vista, then E 30th St.
- From Bloomfield: About 20 to 25 minutes (14 miles) via US-64 west, then north on NM-516 (Browning Pkwy) and Hutton Ave.
- From Kirtland: About 20 to 25 minutes (12.5 miles) via US-64 east, then NM-170 (La Plata Hwy), Piñon Hills Blvd, and E 30th St.
Our hours are Monday through Friday, 7 am to 5 pm. If you’re coming from out of town for a longer visit, let us know when you book, and we’ll plan around your drive.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What services does Desert Hills Dental Care offer in Farmington, NM?
Do you see patients from Aztec, Bloomfield, and Kirtland?
Do you take Medicaid, insurance, and payment plans?
What should I do if I have a dental emergency?
What services does Desert Hills Dental Care offer in Farmington, NM?
Desert Hills Dental Care offers general, family, cosmetic, restorative, and emergency dentistry in Farmington, NM. That includes cleanings and exams, fillings, gum disease treatment, crowns, bridges, root canals, dentures, dental implants, Invisalign, veneers, and whitening. Most patients can get all of their care in our one office.
Do you see patients from Aztec, Bloomfield, and Kirtland?
Yes. We see patients from Aztec, Bloomfield, Kirtland, and the rest of San Juan County at our Farmington office. Most drives take about 20 to 25 minutes, about 12 to 14 miles each way. There’s only one Desert Hills Dental Care location, here in Farmington.
Do you take Medicaid, insurance, and payment plans?
Yes. We accept New Mexico Medicaid plans and most dental insurance, and we offer payment plans through Cherry, CareCredit, and Sunbit.
What should I do if I have a dental emergency?
Call (505) 327-4863 as early as you can. We’ll tell you on the phone how soon we can see you, and we often see emergencies the same day. If you have facial swelling with a fever, or trouble breathing or swallowing, go to the nearest emergency room first.
Book Your Visit With a Farmington Dentist
Whether you need a checkup, a repair, or a whole new smile, we’d love to meet you. Call (505) 327-4863 or request an appointment online. Tell our front desk what’s going on, and they’ll find you a time to see a dentist here in Farmington.