By GRAHAM BROOKS / Staff Writer

HELENA–Northcutt Dental Practice has recently expanded its practice to include a fifth location in the Helena area and the grand opening is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 3 from 4-6 p.m.

A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held and city officials, including Helena Mayor Mark Hall, will be in attendance.

Northcutt Dental’s current locations are in Bay Minette, Fairhope, Mobile, Semmes and Helena.

The Helena location will be a state-of-the-art dental practice, according to marketing and human resources director Kathryn Barnette.

“The new practice is designed and constructed to the highest industry standards with the latest dental technology,” Barnette said. “Operatories are equipped with the most advanced digital X-ray systems and flat screen televisions.”

The doctors that will be practicing in Helena are Dr. Aaron Yarnell and Dr. Kara Ward, who are both graduates of UAB School of Dentistry and members of the American Dental Association.

“Northcutt Dental’s compassionate doctors strive to deliver the most comfortable, pain-free, and effective dental treatment available while maintaining a high level of trust and commitment,” according to the Northcutt website.

Some of the things Northcutt Dental Practices offer include a comprehensive range of general, restorative and cosmetic dentistry for the entire family.

In addition to routine dentistry, the practice will also offer a full range of high quality treatments including: dental implants, porcelain crowns and bridges, white fillings, full smile makeovers, teeth whitening, veneers, dentures and more.

Northcutt Dental in Helena is located at 4685 Highway 17, Suite C. Once open, the practice hours will be Monday 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday 7:30 a.m. to noon.

For more information on Northcutt Dental Practice visit Northcuttdental.com.