About Blue Creek Dental

Blue Creek Dental is a practice known for its skilled hygienists and dentist, Dr. Schaffer. Patients praise Dr. Schaffer's honesty and conservative approach to treatment, focusing on what is medically necessary rather than recommending unnecessary procedures. He is patient and understanding, particularly appreciated by those with dental anxiety. The practice has a long history of serving families and is highly recommended. However, some patients have noted difficulties reaching the front desk staff by phone and receiving timely updates.

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  • Jun 2025

    I have been a patient at Blue Creek dental for about 10 years. They have been so kind and patient working with my anxiety around dental interventions. Each staff member is so caring! At every visit I am asked if I am comfortable throughout the procedure and they will pause when I need a moment. Dr Shaeffer is one in a million! He only recommends what needs to be done at the time rather than upselling- which is something I have experienced with other dentists. He treats my mouth with both care and an amazing skill set. With all of the work my mouth has needed over the years, I have never felt judged or rushed. Everything is done so meticulously. I always feel like I matter...read full review

  • Aug 2024

    The staff is so friendly and helpful. They took great care of our neurodivergent 8 yr old; the dental tech was gentle and very receptive to understanding how she could accommodate his needs. Highly recommend!

  • Feb 2023

    I’ve been dealing with a bad dental issue- a broken bridge- and constant back and forth between my dentist and the insurance company. Today I had a toothache and was worried about infection, and since my dentist was closed, I called Blue Creek because it’s close to my office. They got me in, treated me wonderfully, and managed to cement the bridge back in, something no one else had been able to do. Dr. Schaffer was honest with me re cost and wanted me to stick with my dentist and stick out the process with the insurance company, and now that I actually have front teeth again temporarily, I can! I cannot speak more highly of the dentist, the staff, everything. If they...read full review

Hours

Monday: 8AM - 4PM
Tuesday: 8AM - 4PM
Wednesday: 8AM - 4PM
Thursday: 8AM - 4PM
Friday: 8AM - 1PM
Saturday: ClosedSunday: Closed

Tips

services: dentists accepts credit cards accepts insurance gender-neutral restrooms by appointment only

Location

2058 N Decatur Rd, Decatur

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