Led by brothers Dr. Ryan and Dr. Steven Shaffer, South Ridge Dental is ready to change the way you think about going to the dentist. Were focused on delivering personalized and proactive dental care based on prevention. That way, we can help patients enjoy a healthy smile and avoid the need for more extensive procedures over time. Thanks to our experience, integrity, exceptional dentistry service and commitment to excellence, you and your family will never want to go anywhere else!

Our team will work to make you feel right at home starting at your very first visit. Everyone at South Ridge Dental strives to provide exceptional care that is perfectly suited to every smile. Well take the time to get to know you so we can tailor your dental experience to deliver successful lasting results.

Our dental office is the kind of place where children, adults, and grandparents can feel welcomed and comfortable, and were ready to serve smiles of all ages as well! Whether its time for your childs checkup or youre interested in cosmetic dentistry, youll find whatever you need through our doors.

Native Nebraskans and dedicated dentists, Dr. Ryan and Dr. Steven take great pride in running a family-owned dental office thats focused on taking care of Lincoln families! Whatever your familys dental needs might be, they are ready to meet them using warmth, compassion, and decades of clinical expertise. To start getting to know the doctors, click on the links below.

Behind our dental teams friendly smiles are decades of experience in the dental field. With their help, you can look forward to the most pleasant dental experience of your life, whether youre scheduling a visit, sitting in the treatment chair, or discussing your payment options. With them, YOUR needs and wants will always come first, and youll learn to love them right from the beginning. Read on below to start getting to know everyone!

Mary is also an accomplished photographer, and many of the pictures you see on our social media and website were taken by her. She has two beautiful children, a wonderful husband, and two ornery dogs named Avery and Luna. She grew up in Southeast Nebraska and has been a part of the South Ridge Dental Family since 2016.

Originally from Denver, CO, Aly completed her studies at the Community College of Denver. She may be relatively new to our practice, but her passion for helping patients lead healthier lives has made her a perfect fit from the start! When asked about her favorite part of her job, she shared that it is connecting with each patient and educating them on the importance of their oral health.

In her free time, Aly enjoys hiking, scuba diving, traveling to other countries, and gardening. Heres an interesting fact about her: she was signed to a music label in high school! She wrote the theme song for a kids movie and still enjoys playing music to this day.

Sarah has more than five years of experience in the world of dentistry! Although she originally used her talent and passion as a dental assistant, she ultimately decided to attend the University of Nebraska Medical Center to become a dental hygienist! For her, the best thing about her job is connecting with people, learning about the latest products, and helping patients improve their oral health.

When she isnt at our practice, you can find Sarah spending time with her husband, Zach, their son, Henry, and their dog, Allie. As a family, they enjoy taking walks around the Lincoln Childrens Zoo, going to sporting events, and visiting the grandparents to be spoiled!

Kristi is a Dental Assistant, assisting the doctors and sometimes the hygienists with many varied dental procedures. Not only does she help the procedures go smoothly, but she is also a big help in making sure our patients are comfortable and content. Kristi has been a part of the South Ridge Dental family since 1999. She enjoys spending lots of time with her two boys and her dog Ella.

Kasey is a Certified Dental Assistant. She helps the Doctors with procedures to make your visit as comfortable as possible. She has been a part of the South Ridge Dental family since 2014. She enjoys spending quality time with her husband, two young children, and their dog Millie. Like others in the dental office, she is an amateur photographer and a pretty accomplished runner as well.