Meet
Dr.Tyler Heath
Dr. Tyler Heath has practiced general dentistry in Rayville for 24 years. He and his family moved to Jackson, Mississippi in 1989 where he earned his degree in Respiratory Therapy. He then continued his education at Belhaven University and then the University of Mississippi School of Dentistry graduating at the top of his class in 1998 with his DMD. Upon graduation he and his family moved back to Rayville to open their private practice.
“The thing about practicing in a small town is that you have to be proficient in every aspect of dentistry. I have focused on trying to provide the best, complete care to my patients. We offer not only fillings and extractions but also implants, mini implants for denture stabilization, root canals, veneers, bonding, orthodontics, sleep apnea therapy and PRP injectable procedures. Dentistry is so enjoyable. Everyday offers challenges and rewards. From alleviating pain and suffering to changing someone’s smile with cosmetic procedures, dentistry can be life changing for a lot of patients. It truly is a unique profession.”
Dr. Heath, striving to help his patients, is also the developer and owner of Smile Defend line of products which includes whitening gels, dry mouth sprays, and the trademarked Aligner GELZ. He started the company after searching for a better dry mouth solution for his patients with dry mouth syndrome. “I knew there was a need for a dry mouth solution and in that endeavor I also discovered that there was also a need for a breath freshening, cleaning agent for those young patients wearing clear orthodontic aligners and retainers (like invisalign). I developed Aligner GELZ for this group of patients and offer them for sale at smiledefend.com and on amazon.com.”
“It’s an honor to be voted a “Top Doc” in Bayou Life. I owe so much of my success to my office team. Each one works tirelessly to make sure every patient is well taken care of in a friendly and professional environment.”
Dr. Heath and his wife Sharon have been married for 35 years and have 3 adult children Kirstyn Doughty, Sophie Parker, and Nicholas. Their son-in law James Doughty is pastor at First Baptist Church Monroe. Their daughter-in-law Shelby is an OTA in Ruston, La. Tyler and Sharon have two grandchildren, Piper and Chapal Doughty. Dr. Heath serves as a deacon at First Baptist Rayville where he and Sharon are active members.
State of the Art Technology
We have incorporated several technological advancements at our practice to improve diagnosis, speed treatment planning, provide a more comfortable experience, and to stay on the cutting edge of dentistry. In addition to digital radiology to reduce exposure to x-rays and improve diagnosis of oral conditions, we also incorporate intra-oral cameras, intra-oral scanning, and rotary endodontics to help provide the best dental care that we can.
Our newest addition to the office is our Cone-beam CT scanner. This is a 3-D x-ray which has helped Dr. Heath find and diagnose conditions that otherwise might be missed. We use this diagnostic CT for implant planning, root canal diagnosis and planning, and disease processes that might be missed with traditional x-rays.
Dr. Heath tries to stay up to date with advancements in dentistry by attending numerous Continuing Education events throughout the year. His focus right now is learning as much as possible about implants and implant placement. He is also trained in traditional orthodontics and clear (invisible) orthodontics. Dr. Heath has provided thousands of root canals as well as crowns, veneers, and dentures for his patients.
If you are in search of a professional who will attend to your needs, you can’t go wrong with our practice. Contact our office at your earliest convenience to schedule your consultation. We look forward to serving you and your family for many years to come.
Our Priority
Our highest priority is to make sure that you have a healthy, beautiful smile you will love to show off. If for any reason that is compromised, then we have the equipment, education, and expertise necessary to bring your mouth back to health and comfort. The most important area of what we do is making sure you are comfortable and that your teeth are healthy and perfect your entire life. Your mouth is our priority.
Dr. Tyler Heath
Dr. Heath is a community dentist you can trust. He stays involved in the community by being active in youth baseball. He and his wife teach the children’s choir at First Baptist Church in Rayville where he is a Deacon and an active member.
Experience And Education
Dr. Tyler Heath has been a practicing dentist for 25 years. He graduated Cum Laude, third in his class, in getting his D.M.D. from the University of Mississippi. He is continuing his education and keeping up with the latest advances in Dental Health. He knows that the decisions you make together about your mouth are vitally important ones. Therefore, in order to make sure those decisions are the best and based on the latest knowledge and information about dental health, Dr. Heath will continually be involved in all educational resources.
Preventative education for our patients is vital to their dental health. That is why at Dr. Heath’s we will make sure that our staff is completely educated and that they share that knowledge with you. We know that preventative care and education are the best way to keep your mouth healthy for a lifetime.
A Hometown Experience
The entire staff at Dr. Tyler Heaths Family Dentistry lives and works in the small town of Rayville Louisiana. We enjoy remembering your names and knowing your stories. Because of this personal, welcoming atmosphere we have attracted people from all around. Not everyone looks forward to going to the dentist. But here, you can rest assured that we will be gentle, kind, professional, and concerned in order to make even the most dreaded dental appointments, pleasurable ones.