Convenient Access from El Dorado
El Dorado is the farthest community on our list, yet the fastest drive to Andover Family Dentistry still takes only about 26 minutes from City Hall. Our office is on N Andover Rd in Andover, and a toll-free route is available too for anyone who prefers to skip the Turnpike. Patients who want a dentist El Dorado, KS households can reach in one trip will find three doctors offering implants, dentures, emergency visits and family care in the same building.
From El Dorado City Hall at 220 E 1st Ave, take N Vine St to E Central Ave (US-54) and head west, passing the Butler County Courthouse at 205 W Central Ave. Follow Boyer Rd to the Kansas Turnpike (I-35), ride it southwest to the Andover exit at E 21st St, go west on 21st, and turn south on N Andover Rd. That route covers about 19.6 miles and uses the tolled Turnpike, billed by K-TAG or by license plate, and it ends at 1145 N Andover Rd #101, Andover, KS 67002, about 0.15 miles south of E 13th St (find us on Google Maps).
To avoid the toll, stay on Central Ave (US-54) west to KS-254, follow KS-254 west, then turn south on Andover Rd; plan on about 24.5 miles and 33 minutes. Along that free route you pass near Towanda, and Augusta has its own page as well.
Making a Longer Drive Worth It for El Dorado Patients
As the county seat of Butler County, El Dorado sits on the western bank of the Walnut River, with El Dorado Lake and the state park just northeast of town. Its schools include El Dorado USD 490 and part of Circle USD 375, and Butler Community College has its main campus on S Haverhill Rd. People here are used to driving for some things, and a dental office half an hour away needs to make every trip count.
We plan around that. Family-block appointments put several family members in one stretch of time, so one drive covers the whole household. We also try to complete treatment in as few visits as possible, combining steps where it makes sense. For commuters heading toward the Wichita area, appointments begin as early as 7:00 AM on Thursdays and 7:30 AM on Wednesdays.
Comfort helps on longer visits. Massaging chairs, ceiling-mounted TVs, blankets and pillows make a multi-step appointment easier to sit through, and nitrous oxide is available for patients who feel nervous. Private treatment rooms keep the experience quiet and personal.
What El Dorado Residents Should Know About Replacing Teeth
This is a town with a long memory. The El Dorado Oil Field, dating to 1915, was once the largest single-field oil producer in the country, and the Kansas Oil Museum on E Central Ave keeps that history close. Many residents have lived here for generations, and with age often comes a missing tooth or a denture that no longer fits. Waiting too long to replace a tooth lets neighbors shift and the jawbone shrink.
Traditional dentures remain a good option for many patients who want a removable replacement. When a loose lower denture is the main complaint, implant-supported dentures that snap on or stay fixed in place can add stability. Sometimes a failing tooth has to come out first, and our tooth extractions are handled right here so the plan stays in one office.
For days off, the state park offers trails, camping and Shady Creek Marina, and the city's lake and state park page lists what is available. Closer to home, a 5-mile path follows the Walnut River past several city parks.
Care You Can Expect From a Dentist El Dorado, KS Families Choose
Dental Implants
Dr. Matthew Howell places and restores dental implants without sending you to another office. Cone beam 3D imaging and digital x-rays guide the planning. Options range from a single tooth to All-On-4 full-arch solutions.
Emergency Dentistry
A long drive is no reason to sit with a broken tooth or an abscess. Our emergency dentistry schedule reserves time for emergencies, and we make every effort to see you the same day you call. After business hours, call the office for instructions on reaching Dr. Howell.
Restorative Dentistry
Fillings, bridges, dentures and implant restorations all fall under restorative dentistry. Tooth-colored materials keep repairs discreet. We line up restorative steps to keep extra drives to a minimum.
Family & Preventive Dentistry
Cleanings, exams, fluoride, sealants and oral cancer screenings are the core of family and preventive dentistry. Butler Community College students and their families are welcome. Everyone can be seen in one block.
Sleep Apnea Treatment
Adults diagnosed with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea can explore sleep apnea treatment with a custom oral appliance. Dr. Howell trained through the University of Utah's Dental Sleep Medicine Program. The appliance is made for your mouth alone.
Meet Your Dentists
Dr. Ashley Thomas holds a biology degree from Wichita State University and a DDS from the University of Missouri–Kansas City, and she joined the practice in 2022. Her focus is honest, compassionate care for the person behind the smile. Dr. Howell, who founded the office in 2010, and Dr. Mary Goedert, who joined in 2025, complete the team; read their full bios on our doctors page.
Insurance & Financing
United Concordia and Delta Dental are among the many major carriers for which we are a preferred provider; please verify your specific plan with our team. We explain your benefits before treatment and file claims for you. No-interest payment plans of up to 6 months make larger work more manageable.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Andover Family Dentistry from El Dorado, and how do I get there?
The fastest route from El Dorado City Hall is about 19.6 miles, roughly 26 minutes. It uses Central Ave and Boyer Rd to the Kansas Turnpike, then the Andover exit at 21st St and Andover Rd south. For a dentist El Dorado, KS drivers can reach toll-free, KS-254 and Andover Rd take about 33 minutes.
Is there a toll-free way to drive in from El Dorado?
Yes, you can skip the Kansas Turnpike by taking Central Ave (US-54) west to KS-254, then KS-254 west and Andover Rd south. That route runs about 24.5 miles and takes roughly 33 minutes, compared with about 26 minutes on the tolled Turnpike. For a 7:00 AM Thursday appointment, the time saved may be worth the toll.
Can I get several treatments done in fewer trips?
Often, yes. We try to complete treatment in as few visits as possible, and we plan the order of care so that each drive accomplishes as much as it can. Family-block appointments also let several household members be seen during the same visit, which saves a second drive for patients who live farther away.
Do you offer dentures as well as implant-supported options?
Yes, we offer traditional dentures and implant-supported dentures. Implant-supported versions can snap on or be fixed in place, and All-On-4 full-arch solutions are also available. Dr. Howell places and restores the implants in our office, so planning, surgery and the final teeth all happen with the same team. An exam shows which option suits your mouth.
Can I use CareCredit for larger treatment?
Yes, CareCredit is accepted and offers plans from 12 to 80 months with no upfront costs or prepayment penalties. It can help with implants, dentures or several restorations at once. If you prefer a shorter plan, we also offer no-interest payment plans for up to 6 months, and HSA and FSA cards are welcome.
Schedule Your Visit from El Dorado
Ready when you are: reach a dentist El Dorado, KS families drive to for implants, dentures and family care by calling 316-803-3911, or request an appointment online. The areas we serve page lists every community we welcome, and our Dentist Andover, KS homepage covers the practice from top to bottom.