Welcome to Nebraska Dental Center
Your Trusted Dentist in La Vista, NE
At Nebraska Dental Center, we serve people of all ages by attending to their oral health needs. In fact, we are proud to have served, and continue serving, generations of families throughout Papillion, La Vista, and Omaha.
You are always at the center of everything we do–our goal is to make you and your family as comfortable as possible at every dental visit. That’s why we invest in not only great people but continuous education and improved technology to ensure you comfortable and stress-free at every visit.
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Meet the Doctor
Dr. Keenan Fischman
Born and raised here in Nebraska, Dr. Keenan Fischman is proud to be able to serve his home state as a dentist.
Meet Our Dental Team
“I am blessed daily with a profession I love and am even more fortunate to be able to serve my patients with some of the most dedicated people I know – my staff.”
Diane
Receptionist
Diane has been Nebraska Dental Center’s receptionist since 1986 and worked for 7 years as a dental assistant prior to that. She enjoys working with people and getting to know them. “Many of our patients are like friends because I’ve been able to get to know them so well over the years,” she says. She likes helping them feel more comfortable in the dental office.
Diane is also very familiar with dental insurance plans and happy to answer questions about them. She likes being able to help people receive the best benefits they can for the treatment needed.
Dana
Front Office Administrator
Dana has grown up around dentistry, as her Dad was a dentist for over 35 years. As she got older, she began helping at his office and has been involved in the dental field full-time for the last 5+ years as an assistant and front desk administrator. She has had experience in both general dentistry and oral surgery offices. She’s assisted with thousands of procedures, ranging from routine fillings to IV sedation cases with full mouth extractions and implants. She has also volunteered at the Nebraska Mission of Mercy over the last 12 years, helping people in need receive free dental care. Dana currently serves as our Front Office Administrator and is the first smiling face you see when you walk through the door!
Dana enjoys interacting with our patients and helping them achieve their best smile while making their experience in the office as comfortable and fun as possible. She received her Associate in Science degree in July of 2021 and enjoys reading, playing golf, or spending time her with dog when not in the office.
Merry
Dental Hygienist
Merry graduated from the Iowa Western Community College/Creighton University dental hygiene program in 2001 and was a member of the Phi Theta Kappa honor society. She is also a member of the American Dental Hygiene Association and has worked at Nebraska Dental Center since 2001. Merry loves working with patients and enjoys having them return year after year. She strives to make their appointments pleasant and uses all means to help them to feel comfortable.
Merry is happy and proud to work for Dr. Fischman because he truly has the best interests of the patients in mind. He is compassionate, honest, kind-hearted, and fun.
Janel
Dental Hygienist
Janel grew up in Nebraska and dreamed of becoming a dental hygienist from a young age. Always enjoying her visits to the dentist, she knew she wanted a career in healthcare where she could help people feel at ease. After graduating from the University of South Dakota’s dental hygiene program in 2003—where she also played on the university’s soccer team—Janel dedicated most of her career to a single practice. She is thrilled to be a part of the close-knit team at Nebraska Dental Center!
Janel’s time in sports taught her the value of teamwork, and she is excited to contribute to Nebraska Dental Center’s team as a supportive and reliable teammate. Her favorite moments in dentistry are helping nervous patients feel comfortable, leaving with a bright smile and looking forward to their next visit.
Outside of work, Janel enjoys staying active with her husband and kids. She volunteers as a soccer coach and Cub Scout leader and loves family adventures like skiing, bike riding, and cheering on her kids at their sports events.
Carlie
Licensed Dental Assistant With Expanded Functions Restorative 1 and 2 Certifications
Carlie went to the San Antonio Dental Assistant School in Texas and joined Nebraska Dental Center in August of 2022. After completing additional coursework and testing, Carlie became a Licensed Dental Assistant in November of 2024 and has completed further education to earn her Expanded Function certifications to provide the highest level of care to our patients!
Carlie works hard to make sure patients have a great experience every time they come in and has a passion for helping others by educating them on the importance of oral health. She understands the anxiety many people feel when it comes to dental care and loves helping them feel more at ease!
Outside the office, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, and finding new restaurants to try.
Renee
Certified Dental Assistant
Renee has been a dental assistant for Nebraska Dental Center since 1987, and has been a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) for most of that time. With the variety of people and procedures provided, she says her job is “never boring.” She especially likes helping those with dental anxiety receive the needed treatment comfortably with as little stress as possible. Hearing them say “that wasn’t so bad” brings her joy.
What she likes most though is seeing them smile when they look at themselves for the first time after treatment is completed. Renee says, “It’s amazing what confidence they show when they see how good they look.” She is glad she can help bring that feeling to them.
Jordan
Dental Assistant
Jordan received her certificate of Dental Assisting from Midwest Dental Assistant School in December of 2024. Jordan has had a lifelong passion for dentistry. From an early age, she looked forward to dental visits. However, her experience with braces as a teenager significantly boosted her confidence and deepened her interest in the dental field.
She is dedicated to helping others achieve their best smiles while offering compassionate care. As she advances in her education, she aims to inspire and support patients on their dental journeys.
Outside of work, Jordan enjoys reading, running kids to their sports events, and spending time with her husband, their four children, and their basset hound.
Ready to Schedule an Appointment with Nebraska Dental Center?
Now that you’ve met our outstanding team of dental professionals, your next step is to schedule an appointment with us using the link below and browse our new patient resources.
Had a very great experience. They took the time to explain what they will be doing and they put you at ease. The staff is very friendly. The place is very clean and modern. I was well treated by everyone. I would recommend them highly.
- Phyllis D.
I had two fillings and a crown done. The entire staff is the most friendly people you will meet. Dr. Fischman was very skilled, especially with the shots! They didn't hurt because he took his time. Highly recommend NE Dental!
- Debra J.
Wow! Very impressed! I haven't been to the dentist in a few years and was not talked down to or made to feel a certain kind of way. Everything was explained to me in a way I could understand, the staff and dentist were extremely professional and friendly. They worked my upcoming appointments in a way to get the most out of my insurance benefits and times that work with my work schedule. I can't wait to work further with them to improve my mouth. Would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a dentist.
- Mike H.
All the staff are knowledgeable and also friendly, gentle, and caring. Going to the dentist can cause some anxiety but the overall caring nature of the staff helped to relieve my anxiousness.
- Pamela P.
First-time visit since we recently moved and needed to find a new dentist, and the experience was awesome! They have the latest up-to-date equipment and the staff, including the dentist, Dr. Fischman, were very welcoming and made me feel right at home. My dental hygienist Merry was wonderful and did a terrific job cleaning my teeth. They did 360-view stand-up x-rays and digital in-chair x-rays and all were done in less than 15 minutes. Very efficient!! I would highly recommend going to this dentist!
- Richard E.
I have gone here for 25 years. my children have gone here since they were 3. Love them.
- Linda
I needed emergency dental work done. They got me right in, took care of it, and was treated very professional yet kind. I highly recommend them!
- RL
Been going here for 30 years. Won't go anywhere else unless I have to for all of my dental work. The Dr. is awesome and an expert you can trust. I have had cleanings, cavities filled, and a crown. Highly recommend for people with teeth sensitivity issues and dental anxiety in general.
- Summer
NDC is AMAZING! Dr. Fischman is so friendly and knowledgeable, the whole staff quickly made me feel comfortable!
- Kelly
Dr. Fischman is the best!!! He's very gentle and explains everything in such detail! I have a fear of the dentist and he was very patient with me. I cannot recommend NDC enough!
- Chevelle
Nebraska Dental Center is great! The staff is friendly, gentle, and knowledgeable. The dentist explains everything in a way that is easy to understand and is comforting. Would recommend it to anyone.
- Haley
After having a less than pleasant experience at another dental office, I decided to seek a second opinion from Nebraska Dental. The minute I walked in I felt so welcomed by the front desk and the whole dental team! They answered any questions/concerns I had and took the time to discuss the plan for my teeth with me with care and compassion. This team is outstanding, I would recommend them to anyone!
