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Your dentist in
Eagle River,
Alaska.
Care that feels calmer from the start. Legacy Dental Arts offers family dental care, implants, and cosmetic dentistry in Eagle River. New patients welcome.
Serving Eagle River since 2007 · Complimentary nitrous
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What brings you in?
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Urgent care
Fast, compassionate care when you need it most.
Tooth pain, swelling, a broken tooth, or a lost crown? Call us to discuss your situation and confirm appointment availability. Our team will help you understand the next step.
- Call to confirm availability
- Coordinated care with our team
- A comfortable, respectful experience
A new dental home
Your first visit should feel like a fresh start.
Start with a conversation about your goals, your questions, and what would help you feel comfortable. Our team will explain what to expect and help you prepare for your first visit.
- New patients welcome
- Forms to prepare for your visit
- A team ready to listen
A calmer visit
Comfort starts with a conversation.
Tell us what would help. We’ll explain each step, make room for questions, and pause when you need a break. Ask our team about nitrous oxide and other comfort options for your visit.
- Clear explanations
- A hand signal to pause
- Options to discuss together
My smile, reimagined
Your smile. Your vision.
Explore shade, shape, and alignment in the Smile Atelier, then learn about whitening, veneers, and other cosmetic options. Bring your goals to a conversation with our team.
- Explore your goals
- Understand your options
- Personalized treatment planning
Featured dental care
A healthier, more confident smile.
Cosmetic dentistry
Whitening, veneers, bonding, and options for your smile.
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Dental implants
Learn about replacing missing teeth and planning your care.
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Invisalign®
Explore clear aligners and what treatment can involve.
Explore Invisalign →Sedation options
Discuss options for a calmer, more comfortable visit.
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Your first visit
A simple, comfortable experience.
We’ll walk you through each step, make room for your questions, and help you feel at home from the start.
Learn what to expect →- 01
Contact our team
Call or request a visit. Our team will help you find the appropriate appointment.
Request a visit - 02
Prepare for your visit
Complete new-patient forms and review insurance information.
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Meet your care team
Get to know your dentist and discuss your goals and questions.
Meet the doctors
Meet your doctors
Care that stays close to home.
James V. Penfield, DDS
General, cosmetic & implant dentistry
Founder of Legacy Dental Arts, with interests in comprehensive, cosmetic, and implant care.
Meet Dr. Penfield →Amanda Kempainen, DMD
General & family dentistry
A relationship-first approach to general and cosmetic dental care.
Meet Dr. Kempainen →
Michael Cady, DMD
Dentist, periodontal care
Periodontal care focused on the gums and supporting tissues.
Meet Dr. Cady →Insurance & financing
Understand your options.
Our team can check your benefits, explain your estimate, and review payment options before you begin treatment.
Learn about insurance and payment →A dental office that feels different
Comfort comes first here.
From clear communication to nitrous oxide, we offer options to help you feel more at ease.
Explore comfort options →Before your visit: helpful answers
Are you accepting new patients?+
Yes. We would be glad to welcome you to Legacy Dental Arts. We care for patients from Eagle River, Chugiak, Anchorage, Palmer, Wasilla, and across South-Central Alaska.
Can you help if I have a toothache or dental emergency?+
Call Legacy Dental Arts in Eagle River to describe your concern and confirm availability. For severe swelling affecting breathing or swallowing, serious injury, or uncontrolled bleeding, seek emergency medical care.
What if I feel nervous about dental visits?+
That is completely okay—just let us know. Complimentary nitrous oxide is available at every appointment, with oral and IV sedation available when you need more support. We can take things at your pace.
Can you help me understand insurance and payment options?+
Of course. We accept most major dental plans, offer written estimates before treatment, and have flexible monthly payment plans through Cherry. Bring your insurance card and we will help you understand your benefits.
Where is your Eagle River office?+
You will find us at 12641 Old Glenn Highway, Suites 104 and 204, in Eagle River. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
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Let’s take the next step together.
Whether you’re visiting for a routine cleaning, exploring cosmetic dentistry, or looking for specialized care, our team is here to help.
12641 Old Glenn Highway, Suites 104 & 204 · Eagle River, AK 99577Get directions ↗