Convenient Access from University
Between classes, labs and a part-time job, a toothache is the last thing a student has time for. Sandlin Dental is a 5-minute drive from the Reng Student Union, down the boulevard on the south side of Jonesboro. For students, faculty and staff who want a dentist near University without hunting for a new office every semester, Dr. Jacob Sandlin offers cleanings, repairs and urgent care in one familiar place.
Leave the Carl R. Reng Student Union on Caraway Road by way of Dean Street and turn east on East Johnson Avenue (AR 91). Take the ramp onto Red Wolf Boulevard (US 49 / AR 1) heading south, and you roll past Centennial Bank Stadium and First National Bank Arena before turning onto Forest Home Road. The full trip is about 3.1 miles, and the address to enter is 1699 Red Wolf Blvd, Jonesboro, AR 72401 (find Sandlin Dental on Google Maps).
The boulevard you drive used to be called Stadium Boulevard; the city renamed it Red Wolf Boulevard in 2013 to honor A-State. Students who live off campus may also like our pages for Pardew and Greensborough Village.
A Steady Dental Home for the A-State Community
The University area revolves around Arkansas State University, which sits on Crowley's Ridge in Craighead County. Its center is the Reng Student Union, with seven dining spots, a campus store and more than twenty meeting rooms. The iconic A-State clock tower is a favorite photo spot, and Red Wolves football games bring plenty of energy to Centennial Bank Stadium.
Many people here are a long way from the dentist they grew up with. A freshman from Paragould or Little Rock may not see a hometown office until the holidays. That gap is when a small cavity or loose filling turns into a real problem, so having a local office makes sense.
Getting around is simple. GOJO, Jonesboro's public transit system, serves Arkansas State University, and A-State students ride free with a valid student ID. Students with a car can make the trip down Red Wolf Boulevard in about 5 minutes.
Dental Questions That Come Up Around Campus
College life is hard on teeth. Late nights, energy drinks, coffee and snacking between classes all feed the bacteria that cause decay. Stress also shows up in the mouth, often as clenching, sore jaws or worn edges on teeth.
Other problems come with age. Wisdom teeth tend to make themselves known in the late teens and early twenties, and pain or swelling at the back of the mouth deserves an exam rather than a guess. A chipped front tooth from an intramural game or a bike fall is another common reason students call.
Money is tight for most people paying tuition, so price matters. Our $99 cleaning, exam and x-ray special* gives an uninsured newcomer a full cleaning, an oral health exam and all standard x-rays for one flat fee. *Available to new patients who have no dental insurance and no periodontal disease.
Faculty and staff are the other half of the University community, and their needs look like those of any working adult. Older fillings wear out, gums need attention, and a missing tooth is worth replacing before its neighbors drift. With the office 5 minutes from campus, a University employee can fit a checkup between morning meetings and an afternoon lecture.
Graduation, job interviews and internship photos also push many students to think about the look of their smile. Professional whitening or straighter teeth can be planned around the academic calendar.
Dental Services From a Dentist Near University
Preventive Dentistry
A cleaning and exam about every six months keeps a busy student ahead of decay. Booking one early in the semester, before exams pile up, is an easy habit to build.
Emergency Dentistry
Severe toothaches, swelling and broken teeth cannot wait for winter break. Call first thing, and we offer same-day emergency care when our schedule allows.
Root Canal Therapy
An infected tooth does not have to be lost. Root canal therapy removes the damaged pulp, and a filling or crown restores the tooth so you can get back to class.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Veneers, at-home whitening and other cosmetic options help graduates and young professionals feel confident in a new headshot or a first interview.
Clear Aligners
Removable clear aligners, planned from digital scans, straighten teeth without brackets. They come out for meals, which suits a dining-hall schedule.
Students who want a brighter smile before commencement can read about Opalescence whitening, which lets us adjust gel strength and timing to your teeth.
Meet Your Jonesboro Dental Team
Our dentist walked these same sidewalks. Dr. Jacob Sandlin, DDS attended Arkansas State University before earning his doctor of dental surgery degree at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis. Today he leads the practice with a relaxed, approachable manner that puts nervous first-time patients at ease.
Insurance & Financing
Many students are still on a parent's plan, and we are in network with Delta Dental and BCBS. For any other carrier, our team checks your benefits and handles the claim paperwork. Larger treatment can be spread out through Sunbit or CareCredit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Sandlin Dental from University, and how do I get there?
Our office is about 3.1 miles from the Reng Student Union, roughly a 5-minute drive. Head east on East Johnson Avenue, then take Red Wolf Boulevard south past the stadium to Forest Home Road. Students who need a dentist near University can make the round trip between a morning class and lunch.
Can college students become patients while their family dentist is back home?
Yes, students are welcome as new patients at any point in the school year. Bring your insurance card, a photo ID and your completed forms to the first visit. We start with your dental history, an exam and any needed x-rays, so you have a local office if something comes up between trips home.
What does the $99 new-patient special include?
The $99 special includes a full dental cleaning, an oral health exam and all standard x-rays. It is meant for new patients without insurance and in the absence of periodontal disease. If the exam shows gum disease, Dr. Sandlin will walk you through the type of cleaning your gums need and what it costs.
Which days of the week can I book an appointment?
Appointments run Monday through Thursday. Morning hours are 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and afternoon hours are 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, with the office closed for lunch in between. We are closed Friday through Sunday, so it helps to book around your class schedule a week or two ahead.
What should I do about a cracked tooth?
Get it examined soon, even if the pain comes and goes. Cracks tend to spread with chewing, and a crack that reaches the nerve can lead to infection. Until your visit, chew on the other side and avoid very hot or cold drinks. Depending on depth, a filling, a crown or root canal therapy may save the tooth.
Schedule Your Visit from University
Students and staff who need a dentist near University can reach Sandlin Dental at (870) 409-7084. Visit our areas we serve hub to see the other communities on our list, or head to the Dentist Jonesboro, AR home page for the full practice overview.