Nelson Dental Care
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Nelson Dental Care
James B Nelson, DDS
Metairie, LA

★★★★★

35 REVIEWS
0 BEFORE & AFTER PHOTOS

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DENTAL TREATMENTS OFFERED

Dental cleaning

White fillings

Crowns

Inlays & onlays

Bridges

Clear aligners

Porcelain veneers

Teeth whitening

Dentures & partials

Root canal treatment

Tooth extraction

TMJ treatment

Dental implants

CLEAR ALIGNER SERVICES

OFFICE HOURS

Monday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Tuesday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Wednesday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Thursday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Friday: Closed

Saturday: 8:00 am to 2:00 pm

Sunday: Closed

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PATIENT REVIEWS

One of the best dental offices i have ever walked into. Very clean and up to date. The receptionist Courtney is a sweetheart and so easy going. The dental assistant Ocean made the experience so much easier and relaxing. And Doctor Nelson was great and so very accommodating!!. I will most definitely refer this office and Dr. Nelson!!

I absolutely love Nelson Dental Care. Dr. Nelson and his wife, Courtney, make you feel at home the second you walk in. Courtney makes all scheduling so easy and works her best to get you rescheduled if need be without making you feel bad. Dr. Nelson is very kind and makes you feel safe. He takes his time to talk to you and recommends the best treatments. They both consistently ask me about my children which makes me feel like I am not just another patient and that they truly care. Lastly, they are always on time!! I have never waited longer than 5 minutes to be seen which is so hard to find at any doctors office. If you’re looking for a dentist to make you feel comfortable, safe, and well cared for then they are your people.

For years I struggled with Fluorosis and was always self conscious about my smile. When I decided to explore options to cover my white spots, my previous dentist recommended Dr. Nelson. During my first visit he was able to explain several options I could go with and priced them out for me while giving me realistic expectations. I was able to proceed with two dental treatments and ultimately ended up with a beautiful white smile! He took his time and made sure everything looked perfect and felt comfortable. I had a great experience!

This was my first time visiting Nelson Dental Care and it was a real pleasure. Dr. Nelson was very thorough and explained/showed pictures to support any follow up work that was recommended. The dental hygienist was awesome and did a fantastic job at cleaning my teeth. Overall, everyone in the office were super friendly and aimed to please. As fast as location, it’s located on Doctor’s Row. It was a bit confusing to find but I called and they were more than happy to direct me.

I Always have a great, smooth experience here. The staff and Dr. Nelson are friendly, respectful, caring and courteous of your time. I’ve been visiting here for years, I’ve had teeth extractions, crowns, veneers, and fillings. Most importantly keeping up with my cleanings. I couldn’t be happier with the results. The office is run very smoothly and efficiently. Every visit is Like visiting Friends. Definitely recommend.
Keisha Murphy

This is the best dentist I’ve ever been to in 30 years . For the first time in my life my mouth was really numb and I felt no pain during the process. I highly recommend this Dentist, he listens to your concerns and makes sure you are comfortable. The staff is very nice and considerate and help you feel comfortable.

So the other day, I called Nelson Dental Care to do a check up to see if my wisdom teeth finally came in. They told me I could come in the next day and to email them a picture of my health insurance card, but something happened. But they were still able to take me in and do a free X-ray! So that was very nice of them and they were so quick and easy about the appointment. The day of my appointment, I was running a little bit late and I accidentally came thru the back door, but they were very nice about it, and led me to the front desk. I felt so embarrassed. All of the faculty staff were so friendly and patient. I will definitely be coming back.

All starts with the front desk. When I called she was very nice and worked with me. Scheduling wasn’t an issue and got in within a week. On my arrival, I we greeted by a nice staff. Moved right in, had my X-rays and cleaning in minutes, then had teeth cleaned and spoke with dentist. Super fast. Super helpful. Sweet and caring staff. I highly recommend.

Dr. Nelson and his staff are excellent! I go every 6 months and I firmly believe that my dental health is at the forefront of their minds. They make suggestions to make integrating flossing easier, they make recommendations based on any dental symptoms, and their level of care and follow-up is top notch!

If I could give them more than 5 stars, I would! Dr. Nelson is the best dentist I have ever seen. He is very patient and always takes the time to explain everything to me. He is also very gentle during dental procedures and always assures that I am comfortable. The dental hygienists/assistants also do a great job, are friendly, and also very thorough. Courtney, the receptionist, is not only delightful but very good with scheduling, appointment reminders, and also in explaining the billing. Their pricing is very reasonable and they accept dental insurance, which helps a lot with costs. All of this makes for a very pleasant atmosphere even though this is a dentist office! I would highly recommend Nelson Dental Care to anyone. Dr. Nelson is now seeing my daughter, son, and my father who are also very happy with the care they receive.

Me, my husband and granddaughter visited doctor Nelson and had a very good experience. It was my granddaughter’s first time at the dentist and she was very comfortable. Staff was very interactive. Dr. Nelson even called afterwards to check on my husband who had a procedure. Would highly recommend.

For years I struggled with Fluorosis and was always self conscious about my smile. When I decided to explore options to cover my white spots, my previous dentist recommended Dr. Nelson. During my first visit he was able to explain several options I could go with and priced them out for me while giving me realistic expectations. I was able to proceed with two dental treatments and ultimately ended up with a beautiful white smile! He took his time and made sure everything looked perfect and felt comfortable. I had a great experience!

I’ve known Dr. Nelson and his wife Courtney for a few years now so when I moved back home to New Orleans, I know who I would go to. I already loved them but their staff is totally amazing! I felt right at home the entire time I was there. I will definitely keep going and recommend them to all my friends looking for a dentist! Thank y’all for a great experience!

Just had a root canal done with Dr. Nelson yesterday and it was a completely different experience than I was expecting! I was expecting a lot of pain during and after and to my surprise the entire thing was 100% painless! The whole staff definitely makes you feel at home and makes sure you’re completely comfortable! Will definitely see Dr. Nelson from here on out!

Best practice I have ever been to. No need to fear the dentist anymore! Dr. Nelson does fantastic work – and with no pain. If you close your eyes in the chair, it’s almost like sitting at the beach next to the Ocean! The staff is makes you feel at home as soon as you walk into the door. They treat everyone like family. Would highly recommend to everyone including children. You’re in great hands here – top to bottom!

Love a doctor that is on time. Hate to wait. Very reasonably priced. Ocean ocean ocean. I always walk out with a smile on my face and a meme in my heart. Everyone is very friendly. It’s almost painless. If this were a restaurant, I’d eat there every week. They’ve got great gas!!! Seriously, I went to Doctor Nelson because he was recommended to me and I’m glad I did. If you are looking for a dentist for life, I highly recommend this office. You won’t be disappointed

Nelson Dental Care is by far the most welcoming dental office I have stepped foot in. I went in for a routine cleaning and was able to have 2 cavities filled that day. Everyone was super friendly and Dr. Nelson even called me a few days later to check in to see how I was doing. Definitely would recommend!

The Nelson Dental Care team is top notch. From the second you walk in the door, Courtney greets you with a friendly smile. I filled out the paperwork as a new patient, and was immediately taken back to start on my cleaning – no waiting at all. The technicians and hygienist were all very kind and made me feel comfortable throughout the whole process. Dr. Nelson is very knowledgeable and can explain all of the services being done or needed in “people” terms that you can understand. I highly suggest this practice!

Dr. Nelson and his staff provided me with possibly the best dental experience I’ve ever had. I am 30 and dealing with a multitude of life challenges, losing my insurance being one of them. From the minute I called to schedule an appointment I was given attention and care, able to explain my situation, and was scheduled an appointment that worked with my circumstances. His entire staff was welcoming and friendly when I walked in the door and I was taken in minutes after completing very little paperwork. While I didn’t get to meet everyone, I had the pleasure of meeting Lindsey who was working with me as his assistant for the exam and she was exceptionally understanding, a great listener, reassuring, and made me feel as comfortable as I could possibly be. Dr. Nelson was accurate in his assessment, explained what he saw and explained the options for treatment. He is a professional and treated me with the urgency and understanding my situation required. I don’t know much about dentistry but I can say I was more than pleased with his work and the way in which he was able to understand what needed to be done. Dr. Nelson and Leslie worked through lunch and was able to finish half of all the work that the treatment plan required, which, to say the least, was quite a bit of work. That is a testament to his, as well as his staff’s commitment to excellence. I have another appointment a week from now to complete the treatments that he recommended. I am grateful that I made the call to schedule an appointment with his office. If you are looking for a quality dental experience, a compassionate office and staff, and a Dentist who provides excellent work I cannot recommend Dr. Nelson’s office enough.

All starts with the front desk. When I called she was very nice and worked with me. Scheduling wasn’t an issue and got in within a week. On my arrival, I we greeted by a nice staff. Moved right in, had my X-rays, then had teeth cleaned and spoke with dentist. Super fast. Super helpful. Sweet and caring staff. I really highly recommend!

Victoria my hygienist was spectacular. Her steps in cleaning my teeth and the process during the exam was professional and thorough. I even added $10 gratuity on my way out. Why don’t we tip our hygienists? Very friendly office. Dr. Nelson checked in after her work and his asst. was standing by with my to go goodie bag of essentials. I booked my next 6month cleaning easily with Courtney who had my payment already secured before I got to the counter. My teeth ! Embarrassing to say it has been some time since my last professional cleaning. I have a space between my lower two teeth like Madonna now. Ummm that was tartar build up. Yuck. Compared to other cleanings though, she was so gentLe on my gums!

How often can you say you enjoyed your dental visit? Just came from my first appointment and enjoyed the personnel ,and had a painless Check up! I would definitely recommend Nelson Dental Care to everyone. As a matter of fact I am going to recommend my daughter!

Definitely would recommend. Went in for a deep cleaning and can honestly say I didnt feel a thing!!! Ask for Lindsay W. she took care of me getting me set up and got me hooked up with the right hygienist. The dentist actually took his time and made me feel like I wasnt being rushed. (And actually listened) 10/10

I had a great first visit here! They made me feel very comfortable right away. Courtney is very accommodating and friendly as well as the rest of the staff. My dental hygienist did a great job and was very thorough with my cleaning. Dr Nelson is also very friendly and does a great job explaining everything in your pictures/x-rays. I know most hate going to dentist, but they really make the experience pleasant. Would definitely recommend them!

Great staff, convenient location, and a knowledgeable, caring dentist. I HIGHLY recommend checking out Nelson Dental Care if you’re looking for a dentist who cares about how your teeth affect your overall health. They also have an awesome dental hygienist, Jordan, who is friendly and can put even the most nervous of patients at ease. They’re conveniently located in Metairie, and stopping by for my routine cleaning during my lunch hour was super easy. Thanks for helping keep my smile bright!

I visited Dr Nelson’s office today with my 8 year old daughter. The staff was wonderful! Everyone is so friendly and outgoing. Very down to earth people! I liked how gentle and caring they were with my daughter and even had a Kindle set up to keep her occupied while waiting in the chair.  My hygienist was very thorough and gentle also. They were also very knowledgeable with the insurance costs.  I will definitely be returning to see them!

We love Dr. Nelson and staff especially Courtney! They always go above and beyond! My husband has had major dental work in the last year and Dr Nelson has him smiling so big, bigger then I’ve ever seen him smile! To say his life has been changed is an understatement. We recommend everyone to Nelson Dental.

Dr. Nelson is the best dentist I have ever seen. He is very gentle, thorough, and explains everything well. His entire team is awesome too! They did an excellent job in all the procedures I’ve had. I used to dread going to the dentist.. not anymore. Thanks to Dr.Nelson and his team. Courtney and everybody there are very friendly and kind. They even call and check on you after the procedure. How awesome is that! Overall, it’s the best dental care I’ve ever had.

I absolutely hate the dentist and this was my first time at Dr. Nelson’s office. From the moment I stepped in the door, I was treated as if I had been coming here for years. Dr. Nelson, his dental assistant, Ocean, the receptionist and even the other hygienist that I met in passing were absolutely great and extremely welcoming. I only came to get impressions for a new retainer, which is slightly uncomfortable, however, Ocean made the experience personable, which made me comfortable. I typically go to the dentist and the hygienist doesn’t talk much, but this experience was beyond what I could have asked for. Thank you Ocean, especially for making this one of the best dental experiences!

This was my first visit to Nelson Dental Care and I had a very pleasant experience. Cheryl did an excellent job taking panoramic and bit wing xrays and using the Cavitron to clean my teeth along with polish. She spotted an area that needed attention, so when Dr. Nelson came in to give me the once-over, he determined that a piece of resin had fallen off. An appointment was made for next week to care of the problem. Courtney at the front desk was very pleasant and helpful. I can’t say enough hope much i liked my visit!

One of the best dental offices i have ever walked into. Very clean and up to date. The receptionist Courtney is a sweetheart and so easy going. The dental assistant Ocean made the experience so much easier and relaxing. And Doctor Nelson was great and so very accommodating!!. I will most definitely refer this office and Dr. Nelson!!

Went in yesterday for my 6 month cleaning, Victoria did a great job making sure my teeth were clean & healthy after just having metal braces removed. I could definitely feel and see a difference after my cleaning. Dr. Nelson checked my teeth and was super patient and thorough, making sure I’m wearing my retainers properly, made sure my questions were answered, etc. It’s very apparent that the entire staff is patient focused and driven. Would highly recommend.

Dr. Nelson was excellent and professional. Staff are very caring and really concern about my needs. They made sure that I understood the treatment plan every time during my visit. I called in for an emergency appointment. Dr. Nelson was able to help and see me on the same day. Great experience and I highly recommend Dr. Nelson to others. I am very happy for the dental services that I received.

I was Dr Nelson’s dental assistant for 2 years before I moved to Mississippi and let me tell you something my whole family still goes to this office for all their work me and my husband drive to Metairie every time we need any dental work because I want nothing but the best! I call him the “Michael Jordan of dentistry” seriously y’all take this from a person that seen his careful work and amazing heart and compassion for his patients! If he is not working on patients you can find him in his office studying the newest procedures and technics he loves his field and patients and it shows.

Dr. Nelson is very skilled in his work. If you have any questions just be sure to ask. He & his Staff are thorough in their explanations. You can get: 1. An “Active Treatment Plan”. This is a diagram of all the teeth in your mouth & what has been done to them. Good for Dental Records. 2. A Statement of what was done the day of your visit. This is good to submit to your work if you have a ” Health Care Flex Spending Account”. Just Need to ask. Courtney gladly print those for you. Great Dr. & great Staff also including the Dental Hygienists.

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