Convenient Access from Hollister
Hollister drivers can be in the chair at Palatka Family Dentistry after an easy 12-minute trip east, with just one turn at the very end. If you have been searching for a dentist near Hollister who will meet you where you are, our office on the west edge of Palatka is set up for exactly that. Both of our dentists welcome new patients and returning patients alike.
From Fire Station 13 at 617 SR 20, head east on SR 20 for about seven miles. The highway becomes Crill Ave once you enter the City of Palatka, and Zeagler Dr comes up on your left. Turn there and continue north about 0.4 miles to 205 Zeagler Dr Ste 502, Palatka, FL 32177, roughly 7.6 miles in all.
The drive skips downtown and the river bridge entirely, so most of the time is open highway. Kelley Smith Elementary sits about a mile southwest of our office, and St. Johns River State College is just to the east. Save our location on Google Maps for the first trip; neighbors farther west in Interlachen use the same highway, and families up in Bardin come in from the north.
A Welcoming Practice for Hollister Neighbors
Hollister is an unincorporated Putnam County community strung along SR 20 between Interlachen and Palatka, served by a volunteer county fire station rather than a town hall. For a dental visit, the drive east on SR 20 should lead somewhere that feels worth the trip.
Plenty of adults put off the dentist for years because of cost, a bad past experience or simple busyness. Dr. Pruitt knows many people here have not always had easy access to great dental care. Patients who are just finally coming back after years away get the same patience as everyone else. You will hear honest findings, not a scolding.
Calm, unhurried appointments are part of how both of our dentists work. Nobody is pushed into a long list of treatments on day one. Instead, you get a clear picture of your mouth today and a sensible order for any care you need.
Timing helps too. The office opens at 8:00 AM, Monday through Friday, and closes at 4:00 PM, so an early appointment can wrap up before the rest of your day gets going. Because the drive from Hollister is a single stretch of SR 20, it is easy to predict how long you will be gone.
Getting Back on Track: What Hollister Patients Can Expect
After a long gap, the first goal is to see where things stand. A thorough exam, low-radiation digital x-rays and close-up photos from an intraoral camera show any cavities, cracks or gum problems. You can see the images yourself, so the plan never feels like guesswork.
Gum health is often the biggest question after years away. Tartar that has hardened below the gum line cannot be brushed off at home, and it may call for scaling and root planing rather than a standard cleaning. Our dentists explain the difference clearly before anything begins.
From there, the team helps you decide what is urgent and what can wait. A painful tooth gets attention first, while cosmetic wishes can follow later as your budget allows. That steady approach lets Hollister patients rebuild their oral health one step at a time instead of all at once.
New patients without insurance may qualify for the $99 Cleaning, Exam & X-Ray, which covers a full cleaning, an oral health exam and any standard x-rays. It applies only in the absence of periodontal disease. Patients who need gum treatment receive an upfront estimate instead.
Restorative and Comfort Care from Your Dentist Near Hollister
Periodontal Cleanings
Scaling and root planing removes buildup below the gum line while the area is numbed. Depending on how much work your gums need, the deep cleaning is completed in one visit or split across two. Maintenance visits afterward help keep the progress you make.
Dental Crowns & Bridges
Teeth weakened by large old fillings, cracks or decay can often be protected with a tooth-colored ceramic crown. Where a tooth is already gone, a fixed bridge closes the gap. Both restore strength for everyday chewing.
Nitrous Oxide Sedation
If nerves have kept you away, laughing gas through a small nose mask can take the edge off. You remain awake and able to talk with the team throughout. It wears off before you leave, so adults can drive themselves back to Hollister.
Tooth Extractions
Pulling a tooth is never our first suggestion. When a tooth truly cannot be saved, local anesthetic numbs the area, and wisdom teeth are handled here too. We also talk through implants, bridges and dentures so you know your replacement options.
Not every Hollister patient needs restorative work, of course. Families can keep their routine checkups, kids' visits and fillings with us as well, and anyone missing teeth can explore dentures or dental implants after an exam. For replacement planning, our 3D intraoral scanner skips messy putty impressions, and custom 3D-printed surgical guides help with implant placement.
Meet Your Palatka Dental Team
Dr. Patrick Pruitt trained at the University of Florida and chose to bring quality, affordable dental care to Palatka and the surrounding county. Dr. Evan McVicker, also trained at the University of Florida, takes time to listen and never makes you feel rushed.
Insurance & Financing
Our affordable dentistry approach starts with an upfront estimate before treatment. The team helps you understand and make the most of your dental insurance, and flexible payment options are available for larger treatments.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Palatka Family Dentistry from Hollister, and how do I get there?
Our office is about 7.6 miles from Fire Station 13, typically a 12-minute drive. You simply follow SR 20 east, which turns into Crill Ave inside the city, and then turn left onto Zeagler Dr. With a single highway and one turn, getting to a dentist near Hollister could hardly be more direct.
What happens during a deep cleaning?
A deep cleaning, also called scaling and root planing, removes hardened tartar from below the gum line. The area is numbed first, before the roots are cleaned smooth. Treatment is finished in one deep cleaning visit or split across two, and maintenance visits follow to protect the results.
Can a cracked tooth be saved with a crown?
Often, yes. A tooth-colored ceramic crown covers a cracked or badly damaged tooth and holds it together for chewing. If the crack reaches the nerve, root canal therapy may come first, followed by the crown. Our dentists check the tooth with digital x-rays and an intraoral camera before recommending the right repair.
Will I know what my treatment costs before it starts?
Yes, you receive an upfront estimate before any treatment begins. If you have insurance, the team breaks down what your plan is likely to cover and what you would owe. Patients can also spread larger costs out with monthly payment plans, so price surprises do not stand between you and the care you need.
Can I use the $99 cleaning offer if I have gum disease?
No, the $99 Cleaning, Exam & X-Ray applies to new patients without insurance and in the absence of periodontal disease. If your exam shows gum disease, a periodontal cleaning is the right treatment instead. You receive a clear estimate for that care first, and financing can help spread the cost over several months.
Schedule Your Visit from Hollister
A dentist near Hollister is one straight drive down SR 20. Call (386) 507-0877 between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and our front desk can help you choose a time. To see the rest of the region we cover, visit our service area, or start at the homepage for Dentist Palatka, FL care.