If you are new to the area, we would like to be the first to welcome you to Tazewell, VA! Tazewell is a friendly community in the heart of Appalachia and surrounded by scenery.
Establishing yourself in a new community can be challenging, and finding the right healthcare providers to serve your family is essential. Dental care is no exception, and you'll want to determine who the right provider might be for your family, especially if you're considering more complex treatment procedures like dental implants. Here are some helpful tips and things to consider when looking for a trusted dentist in Tazewell, VA.
#1 Ask Friends, Family, or Neighbors
When you're new to an area, asking your neighbors or other people you trust who their healthcare providers are can be helpful. They may also help suggest doctors who are close to home.
#2 Read Reviews of Prospective Providers
Reading online reviews of your prospective dental practice may give you an idea of what others have experienced. Be sure to consider multiple sources like Yelp or Google for reviews, not just those from the practitioner's website, as they may be biased.
#3 Book a Consultation
If you are considering complex treatments like cosmetic dentistry or dental implants, consider booking an evaluation with your prospective dentist to discuss their treatment philosophies and ideas for your smile.
A consultation appointment is an excellent time to ask questions and evaluate the dentist's skills and knowledge to determine if they fit your needs. Remember to ask to see before-and-after pictures of their work to learn more about what's possible for your smile.
#4 Consider R.A. May DDS for Your Dental Care
Dr. Ricky Alan May would love to welcome your family into our dental family! We're conveniently located at the top of the hill on Campbell Lane, just across the street from Tazewell Middle School.
Dr. May offers a wide range of services to help you achieve and maintain a healthy and beautiful smile, along with being the implant restoration dentist in Tazewell, VA, that patients trust!
Our dental office is equipped with advanced technology designed to streamline procedures and deliver a comfortable and efficient experience. Dr. May is committed to updating his skills and expertise each year with continuing education.
We would love to meet you! You can book your next dental visit online or by talking with our team when you call us at (276) 988-5554.
The Best of Tazewell!
Our team would love to recommend some famous local sights that new visitors should definitely enjoy.
- Burke's Garden—Also known as "God's thumbprint," this natural, high-altitude valley is the home to the most fertile land in Virginia. Take a drive through it and enjoy its beauty!
- Historic Crab Orchard Museum—See how the pioneers lived and get a dose of Virginia history at this museum.
- Lincolnshire Park—Stroll quietly around the lake in this quaint and beautiful setting.
- Back of the Dragon—If you ride motorcycles, you can't miss this route made for riders. Start or end your ride at the Back of the Dragon Center, where you can enjoy food at the brewery, food truck, or coffee shop or purchase some souvenirs at our store.
Tazewell Food Recommendations
We'd also like to share some of our favorite eats in Tazewell.
- Fischer & Company—The menu offers a wide range of food, but don't miss the barbeque.
- The Well Coffee Shop—This is one of our favorite quaint and cozy coffee shops on Main Street.
- The Front Porch on Main—This eatery features home-cooked Southern comfort foods.
We Look Forward to Your Visit to R.A. May DDS!
We invite you to call to book an appointment at our Tazewell dental office, and we look forward to serving you for many years to come!