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            Meet our Doctors

Meet the Doctors

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Wes Buchman, DDS, FICOI

Owner, General Dentist

Dr. Buchman, a Little Rock native, combines a passion for compassionate care with a deep commitment to dental excellence. After completing his undergraduate studies at the University of Arkansas, he spent a year in Rwanda, teaching science, math, PE, and providing oral health education, which sparked his lifelong dedication to helping others. During dental school at LSUHSC - New Orleans, Dr. Buchman earned the Student Clinical Award and was invited to speak at the International Association for Dental Research. His volunteer work, including serving as Co-Chair of "Making Impressions," a mobile dental outreach program, reflects his commitment to giving back.

Dr. Buchman continued his education with an Advanced General Dentistry Residency at MUSC, ensuring he stays at the forefront of modern dental practices. In 2019, he took over the practices of Dr. Leif Lorenz and Dr. John Laning, returning to Little Rock to serve his community. Known for his gentle, thorough approach, Dr. Buchman treats patients of all ages and strives to make dental care a positive, stress-free experience. Outside of the office, he enjoys spending time with his family, attempting to golf, and making his house into the ultimate smart home.

Research History:
  • ADA/DENTSPLY Student Clinician Award Poster Presentation SCADA/ADA Annual Meeting in New Orleans, LA
  • IADR/AADR General Session Oral Presenter Nominated to present at 91st General Session in Seattle, WA
  • LSU Research Day Winner (1 of 3 winners school-wide)
  • Identifying the occurrence of different gingival architecture patterns via utilization of digital measuring tools Assisted Periodontic resident in taking photographs, measurements, and analyzation.
  • An in vitro comparison of the disinfection of instrumented root canals using different irrigation techniques. Assisted Endodontic resident in fabrication and experimentation to assess the efficacy of different irrigation techniques
  • Synergetic effect of Zn and F ions on hydroxyapatite crystallization in enamel remineralization

Society Memberships

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Volunteer Committees

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 Andrew Kinzler, DDS

Associate, General Dentist

Dr. Kinzler, a proud Little Rock native, began his journey in dentistry after earning a Bachelor of Arts at Covenant College in Lookout Mountain, GA. He then attended the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Dentistry, where his dedication to the dental profession earned him the American Family Dentistry Scholarship. Dr. Kinzler’s commitment to service extends beyond the office, having volunteered in Mexico, Honduras, and through local outreach programs like the Arkansas Mission of Mercy.

A member of the American Dental Association and the Arkansas State Dental Association, Dr. Kinzler is known for his compassionate and skilled approach to comprehensive dental care. He and his wife, Nicole, along with their three children, enjoy life in Little Rock. Outside the office, Dr. Kinzler loves spending time with his family, traveling, enjoying the lake, playing Frisbee, and tackling home improvement projects.
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