Nate Heffelfinger
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The recommendation of a friend is the most common way people find a dentist. At Smiles for Life, we value continuous improvement and desire to improve the care our patients receive daily. I love Smiles for Life. I have always hated dentistry and having any dental work done. I was cursed with horrible teeth.

The staff and Dr Heffelfinger go above and beyond to make you feel comfortable and aware of what's going on. Dr. Heffelfinger is very knowledgeable and always gives the best care and treatment available. There is no pressure or nagging to get anything done, they are super patient, understanding and accommodating.
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Every patient has a unique set of needs and wants when it comes to their smile. A visit to the dentist should be worry-free and give you comfort with the care that you are receiving. That comfort starts with information. With information, you get knowledge so you can make the best decisions about the health of your teeth and your general well-being.
At Smiles for Life, we'll do everything in our power to help you maintain excellent oral health for a lifetime of healthy smiles. Our Auburn office offers a full range of high-quality dental services under one roof, unique to any other dental practice. We'll take the time to work with you, our patient, to ensure you feel informed and all of your individual needs are met.
Just like a picture, a smile can be worth a thousand words. A wise man once said that getting older isn't for the weak. As you age, you might find that it's more difficult to chew or that your smile just isn't what it once was. When decay or periodontal disease wreak havoc with your smile, you have the option to match the natural look of your existing teeth with a dental implant or crown.
At Smiles for Life, Dr. Heffelfinger and his dedicated team want to make sure you keep your smile healthy and beautiful for life. We offer a full range of services for every member of the family. We encourage all of our patients to visit us twice a year for a thorough cleaning and checkup to ensure the health of their teeth, gums, and jaws.
TMJ Disorder (TMD) is a condition that affects one or both of your temporomandibular joints. The most frequent cause of TMD is bruxism, which is clenching and teeth grinding that often occurs at night while you sleep. Additional factors that contribute to TMD include arthritis, chewing hard objects such as ice, or an injury caused by a blow to the region.
Reviews (10)
Dawn Howard-Mullins
Dawn Howard-Mullins
Dec 12, 2021
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My husband has been going through extensive dental work with Dr. Nate for cosmetic and health related reasons. This has been quite an undertaking to say the least. I am amazed at the skill and intellectual level at which Dr. Nate has preformed corrective dentistry!!! Simply Amazing! Thank you to Dr. Nate and his staff for the results, you have gone beyond our expectations!!!
Dennis Fry
Dennis Fry
Dec 06, 2021
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I’ve been going to Dr. Nate since he came to Auburn in 2007 . My experiences in his office has made me realize he is committed to excellence in The quality of care he gives . He and his staff Care about my well-being as a patient . As a patient I get to experience cutting edge technology which makes my dental treatment easier for me than it has ever been. I recommend Dr. Nate to my friends and family who are looking for The best dentistry around .
Dennis Mullins
Dennis Mullins
Dec 04, 2021
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Over the course of my lifetime I have been to many dentists dating back to my childhood and I have never had a dentist that I thought had my best interests in mind. Most of the time these dentists concentrated on a quick fix and never talked about my future dental health. The majority of the time these procedures were very painful and the dentist never seemed to be concerned about the amount of pain I was going through. All that has changed since I started going to Smiles For Life and Dr Nate Heffelfinger in Auburn Indiana. I have had several procedures on my way to a perfect smile and I couldn
Matthew Brandon
Matthew Brandon
Dec 02, 2021
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If you're looking for a dentist, Dr. Nate is the one you want. Of all the dentists I've been to in my life, he's easily the best. I went in for an emergency appointment and I felt like he genuinely cared about the issue and made my emergency his emergency. At the onset we discussed a plan on how to get my oral health to the best it can be and we did it in a way that I feel he was being truthful and not just trying to sell me services that I don't need. (Like some other dentists in the area.)
The last thing I'll say is this, between Dr. Nate and his amazing, friendly, awesome staff, I may have
Jerry Lencke
Jerry Lencke
Nov 20, 2021
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Dr Nate and his staff have improved our dental life and experiences beyond what we expected. We were with our previous Dentist for 30+ yrs and just felt we were being taken for granted and concerned that some details were being overlooked.
One thorough visit later we learned that some real improvements needed to be made to make us proud of our smiles again....for life.
Dr Nates attention to detail, his passion, and his respect for his amazing staff are unmatched...
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Gary Brown
Gary Brown
Nov 20, 2021
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Fantastic dental team. If you want quality care & dental work this is the place for you.
They will help you keep your great Smile forever.
I just finished an implant and the work was perfect!!
Danielle Lumba
Danielle Lumba
Nov 15, 2021
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Earlier this September, my son knocked out his 2 permanent front teeth on the school playground. We called Dr Heffelfingers emergent line and he got back with me within less than 15 minutes. Dr Heffelfinger and his wife came in on a day the office was closed just to help my child. They were so kind and compassionate while being gentle and thorough, calming both my child and myself during a scary time. He answered every question we had and made sure to keep a close eye on my sons teeth as they healed. Every single person at their office has been great. They always greet us with a warm hello and
Chris Bass
Chris Bass
Nov 15, 2021
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Dr. Nate and his team are outstanding. They put you at ease and take the time to explain what is going to happen during a procedure. I have had several issues through the years and been to different dentists. Dr. Nate doesn't is great at explaining the issue and provide the options for treatment to help you make the best decision for your health. I'm grateful to have a dentist that has helped me not only keep my teeth healthy, but also who has helped us navigate the timing of braces for our kids as well. His entire team are friendly, welcoming and thorough. Thanks to you and your team, Dr. Nate
Kyleigh Reinig
Kyleigh Reinig
Nov 13, 2021
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Wonderful experience! Very family friendly! We have been well taken care of!
Michelle Kessler
Michelle Kessler
Oct 20, 2021
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This was the worst experience I have ever had with a dentist. If he doesn't want you as a patient he should say so up front. Not wait until he gets extra money from you for unnecessary add on's.