Dr. Jeffrey A. Howard, DDS

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Get to know Dentist Dr. Jeffrey A. Howard, who serves the population of Lincoln, Nebraska. Dr. Howard graduated with Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry in 1982, giving him over three decades of experience in his field. After obtaining his Dental Degree he completed his residency with the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. To stay up to date in his field, Dr. Howard remains a professional member of the American Dental Association. While currently retired, Dr. Howard practices with his partnered owned private practice Bauer and Howard Dental Care. He was also previously part of the The Army National Guard. General dentists provide a wide array of services that are vital to patients’ continued health. These services include: preventive services — helping to maintain good oral health by stopping disease before it takes hold in the mouth; restorative services — receiving timely and appropriate treatment when a problem is identified; as well as cosmetic services — performing a range of cosmetic procedures, such as teeth whitening, cosmetic bonding – even porcelain veneers. General dentists also address overall health concerns, as oral health is seen as the mirror of general health. In fact, some dental problems may reflect issues in other parts of the body and vice versa. Dr. Howard attributes his professional success to being a third generation dentist, he always wanted to help others, he thought about going into Psyche, but the stars had a different plan and served in The Army National Guard. He’s very proud to have served his country and his beautiful wife Vicki was always by his side for support. She raised all four of their children and played a big role in his career.

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