Hi. I am Dr. Rylan J. Hansen, but feel free to call me Dr. Hansen, Dr. H., Rylan or even Dancin Hansen.Thank you so much for visiting and please allow me to take a moment to introduce myself. People are often surprised by the path I took to become a dentist. I grew up in Southern Idaho and Northern Utah where my parents raised me righteven if it wasnt in the South. After high school, I began working for the family business as an apprentice electrician. While I enjoyed working with my hands and with my family, I had a strong desire for other career paths. After moving to my wife, Rachaels, home state of NC, I attended theUniversity of North Carolina for my undergraduate studies in biology. I quickly realized I wanted to pursue a career in health care and I began to see how the field of dentistry perfectly blended my desire to work with my hands and provide health care to patients. I completed my Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the University of North Carolina School of Dentistry in Chapel Hill.
Fourteen years ago I would have never dreamed that I would one day have a career that I loved, that I was passionate about, that I found fulfilling. But that is what dentistry is for me. It is my passion. And it is why I am so committed each day to helping you achieve the healthy smile of your dreams! It is also why I am often found humming and singing while I work or dancing in the halls, hence Dancin Hansen. Now, more than decade later, North Carolina is home. It is where Rachael and I love raising our family which has now grown to include four children, Rylee, Landon, Adelaide and Audrey. We, along with our amazing family of staff at Hansen Dentistry, look forward to getting to know you and your family.
My name is Liz and I am from High Point, NC. I started working in the dental field a few years ago after working as a Certified Nursing Assistant. The dental field is a much better fit for me and my favorite thing about my job is helping patients feel confident about their dental treatment. I also love providing a comfortable environment in which they can receive that treatment.
My name is Maryand I am originallyfrom Michigan but moved to Cary in 1995. I attendedNCSU and graduated in 2009. I then decided to continue my studies by pursuing dental hygiene. I completed the Wake Tech Dental Hygiene Program in 2012.
I love to read, hike, and bake and spend quality time with my two beautiful daughters and my husband!My heart will always be in Raleigh. I love the food, different scenes, exceptional natural areas, and everything there is to do!
Hey there! My name is Rachael Hansen and I have been a Dental Hygienist since 2007. I grew up in Chapel Hill, NC and when I was in high school I started my first job working at a dental office. I was hooked. Ever since then I have known I wanted to work in the dental field but had no idea that I would one day be married to a dentist as well! I attended the University of North Carolina where I studied at the UNC School of Dentistry and received my for my Bachelors in Dental Hygiene. During dental school, Dr. Hansen and I attended a Christmas Parade downtown on Salem Street and it was then that we fell in love with Apex and decided that after graduation, we wanted to make this area our forever home.
I consider myself very lucky to be a part of a profession that I love! I love coming to work every day and working with our outstanding staff and patients. My favorite part of my job is when a patient tells me that this was their best dental experience ever! I love getting to know our patients and their families and look forward to watching our families grow together. I have worked with many dentists but being able to work alongside Dr. Hansen has been a dream come true. I have so much confidence in the quality of his work and in his steadfastness in remaining ethical and conservative. I know, better than anyone, that he holds himself to a very high standard!
I love Mediterranean Food, Almond M&Ms and Goodberrys Frozen Custard. I am a lifelong Tarheel Fan. I love running and cooking. My favorite thing to do is having campfires in the backyard with Dr. Hansen and our four children.
My name is Jessica and I am a native to North Carolina. I grew up in Wilmington, NC and love the Tarheels! I wanted to be in the dental field for as long as I can remember. In high school at my own dentists office and knew it would be a great fit for me. I went to UNC Chapel Hill (my dream schoolGo Heels!) and got my BS in Dental Hygiene in 2007.
My favorite thing about my job is when I am able to help patients feel their best and educate them on how to stay feeling that way. Its amazing when a patient comes in feeling nervous about dental treatment and leaves the office saying they had a great experience. I enjoy getting to know my patients and keeping up with their families. They become like friends after many years and its fun to watch their children grow up. I feel lucky to work in an environment where our team works together and becomes like familyit makes it feel less like work! In addition to practicing dental hygiene in the private practice setting, I have also enjoyed teaching as an adjunct faculty at UNC School of Dentistry. Its fun to teach at my Alma mater and take the knowledge and experience from over 10 years in the field and share that with others who are just starting their career.
Two things I enjoy doing in my spare time are going to the beach in the summer and going to football games/tailgating in the fall. But my most favorite activity is spending time with my husband and our new baby, not matter what we are doing! I look forward to sharing the beach and football with him as he grows up.
Hey there. My name is Christina. I grew up in Maryland. I started in dentistry when a close friend suggested I try dental assisting. During my schooling I fell in love with working with patients and their smiles and I knew dentistry was the right path for me.
Hi! My name is Sarah and I grew up in Paterson, New Jersey. My favorite sports teams are the NY Yankees and the Dallas Cowboys. I started in dentistry because of the impact my orthodontist had in my life. He decided to take on my complicated case and, although it wasnt always easy, the effect my treatment had on my confidence left a lasting impression. I thoughtif this can happen to me, I know it can happen for someone else! I found that inspiring and knew I wanted to be a part of that kind of team. My favorite thing about my job is when patients walk out with a brand new smile and feel that same confidence! I also love getting to know patients, their families, and building relationships with them. My favorite food is Ropa vieja and chicken francaise. Traveling to Cuba and Africa are on my bucket list and in my spare time, my favorite things to do are read and take photos.
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 180 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestJme Myers
2 years ago
I can't thank Dr. Hansen and his office enough for their bedside manner, friendliness and exceptional communication and care for their patients. Highly recommend for pediatric dental work, especially newborn tongue and lip ties.
Jumi Yoon
2 years ago
Very happy with our experience here. The Dr took a look and said we don't need to get our baby's tongue tie or lip tie fixed because of how minor it is. He was honest and not just trying to sell their services. He answered all our questions and concerns and we discussed a plan for down the line/what to look out for. Would recommend because you especially wouldn't want to do an unnecessary procedure on such a young child.
Katherine Paige Bridgewater
2 years ago
Amazing experience with a frenectomy cut on an infant. The exam room is very comfortable and inviting. I had a previous constitution with another dentist and body worker who made me feel uncomfortable. I found doc Hansen through a Google search for "laser frenectomy near me". They were able to see me within a few days and had a flexible schedule. I drove an hour away but it was worth it!
Rebecca Huang
2 years ago
Dr. Hansen and his team are amazing!
Erin Voigt
2 years ago
I was just extremely impressed the character and professionalism of Dr. Hansen. My lactation consultant recommended that I go to Dr. Hansen for a consultation on my sons tongue tie. While we weren't having issues breastfeeding she was worried that issues could arise down the road. I was initially worried that Dr. Hansen would recommend a revision even if it wasn't completely necessary. I couldn't have been more wrong. Dr. Hansen took his time evaluating my sons ties and listening to my questions about further issues and worries about post-op care. Ultimately he discussed with us the pros and cons of the procedure and agreed that we should NOT go forward with the revision. He said if issues arose he would gladly see us back and we could talk about solutions then. But that he didn't see much sense in trying to fix problems that hadn't occurred yet. He alleviated so many of my worries!
Patrick McCoy
2 years ago
We opened our office across the hall from Dr. Hansen back in 2016 and instantly became patients. My family and most of my staff have all become patients as well. Dr. Hansen is a great dentist and the whole team, Rachael, Liz, Sarah, Christina, etc are all welcoming and each take their time when with you. Even though I've moved my office to Holly Springs, I won't be changing dentists as long as Hansen Dentistry is in practice! Thank you!
Julia Vadakkumpadan (Audgajuls)
2 years ago
Took my 2 month old for lip/tongue tie. Dr. Hansen & his team are fantastic. He did a thorough evaluation, explained options nicely, and the procedure was done very quickly. Excellent written and oral follow up instructions as well from Liz. Whole staff and overall experience one of the best I've had at any medical office.
Emily Stumpf
2 years ago
My baby was born with a severe tongue tie. We came to Dr. Hansen's office on a recommendation from the LC at the hospital. I am so happy we did. I could not recommend his office enough. The staff is so friendly and professional. He was so gentle with our little one. He used a laser to cut the tie. There was no blood. He gave us exercises to ensure there was no regrowth. We had recheck appointments so he could make sure. There is also a Facebook page that parents can upload photos and videos on of how they are conducting their exercises. Dr. Hansen responds so promptly on each post.
Kelly Marie
2 years ago
Excellent experience. Hansen Dentistry was recommended to us by a lactation consultant to fix my son's tongue tie. Dr. Hansen and his staff are all professional and extremely kind. We went in for a consultation and had the tongue tie procedure done that same day. Dr. Hansen explained everything to us and was happy to answer any questions we had. Afterwards we were directed to a FB group to post our progress and Dr. Hansen responded very quickly. It made me feel so much more at ease knowing if I needed assistance asap someone would direct you on how to proceed quick. We could not ask for better care. This is where we will go for any dental concerns in the future. 10/10.
Kelly Marie
3 years ago
Excellent experience. Hansen Dentistry was recommended to us by a lactation consultant to fix my son's tongue tie. Dr. Hansen and his staff are all professional and extremely kind. We went in for a consultation and had the tongue tie procedure done that same day. Dr. Hansen explained everything to us and was happy to answer any questions we had. Afterwards we were directed to a FB group to post our progress and Dr. Hansen responded very quickly. It made me feel so much more at ease knowing if I needed assistance asap someone would direct you on how to proceed quick. We could not ask for better care. This is where we will go for any dental concerns in the future. 10/10.
Jennifer Lee
3 years ago
I am very nervous about visiting the dentist but I am at ease here. I will never go anywhere else. I drive an hour and a half to come here because of the great experience. I definitely recommend this office.
Emily Stumpf
3 years ago
My baby was born with a severe tongue tie. We came to Dr. Hansen's office on a recommendation from the LC at the hospital. I am so happy we did. I could not recommend his office enough. The staff is so friendly and professional. He was so gentle with our little one. He used a laser to cut the tie. There was no blood. He gave us exercises to ensure there was no regrowth. We had recheck appointments so he could make sure. There is also a Facebook page that parents can upload photos and videos on of how they are conducting their exercises. Dr. Hansen responds so promptly on each post.
Julia Vadakkumpadan (Audgajuls)
3 years ago
Took my 2 month old for lip/tongue tie. Dr. Hansen & his team are fantastic. He did a thorough evaluation, explained options nicely, and the procedure was done very quickly. Excellent written and oral follow up instructions as well from Liz. Whole staff and overall experience one of the best I've had at any medical office.
Stephanie Rowat
3 years ago
Dr Hansen has a wonderful practice with knowledgeable and compassionate staff. Like many people I have had mixed experiences with dentists, but there is no question that I have found my home for dental care at Hansen Family Dentistry.
Alaina Maislin
3 years ago
I came to Dr. Hansen's office to be evaluated for tongue and lip tie. He was able to assess and revise right then. Dr. Hansen even shared his personal experience with the procedure, so I knew what to expect. Nice office and friendly staff.
Liz Waddell
3 years ago
I had a great experience with Dr. Hansen for my tongue tie release. He and his staff are friendly and personable. The appointment was on schedule and efficient. Highly recommend!
Henry Barbee
3 years ago
Dr. Hansen and his friendly staff are the absolute best!! Very professional and caring. I would totally reccomend them for your dental care!!
Vicki Shawl
3 years ago
This office is so personable! The hygienist and dentist take ample time, are gentle with cleaning, listen to questions and concerns. I also like Dr.Hansens conservative approach. We've shopped around and even tried a couple dentists closer to our home. But we've ended back here at Hansen dentistry bc dr. Hansen and his staff are just the best!
Joydeep Misra
3 years ago
I went to this dentistry for tooth filling. They told they are in network with my insurance company and they charged me based on my explanation of benefit during my visits. One month later I again got a bill! I called my insurance company. They told me the doctor's office charged me more than the allowed amount and that's why I am again getting this bill. I called the office and they told they can charge more than the allowed amount. I never went through this experience of paying more than allowed insurance limit to an in-network provider. Most importantly, if they are in-network with my insurance company they should have told me upfront what I will have to pay because they already know how much the insurance company will pay. I had to pay more but I did not like the fact that you do not have any idea how much you will end up paying at the end. I visited the clinic three times. They had my insurance information before hand and the doctors assistant told me that the billing staff is fairly accurate with her calculation while charging my credit card. Overall it was not a good experience.
Mark Cummings
3 years ago
Highly recommend!! Wonderful and perfect dental experience!! Thank you!!
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