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WELCOME HOME TO HOMETOWN DENTAL

Founded in 2025, Hometown Dental is built on more than 40 years of trusted dental care in St. Charles Parish. After decades of caring for local families, Dr. David Brannen passed the torch to his former patient, Dr. Buddy Trauth. Dr. Buddy grew up here—playing ball at bridge parks, going on to play for the Hahnville Tigers baseball team, and getting his own dental work in the same chair he now uses, literally.

 

Today, he brings that hometown pride back to the office, blending modern care with familiar faces. Dr. Brannen and Dr. Buddy are working side by side to make the transition seamless. At Hometown Dental, we’re proud to offer expert care with a hometown feel.

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Get to know the team behind your smile.

REAL PEOPLE. LOCAL ROOTS. (GET IT?).

We’re more than your Hometown Dental Team—we’re St. Charles Parish locals. We shop at Wal-Mart, grab lunch at The Table Cafe, and on any given weekday you can find us with our kids coaching t-ball or waiting in the Broadway Open Stage Studio pick up line. When you walk into Hometown Dental, you’ll see familiar faces who genuinely care.

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Every member of our team lives in or around St. Charles Parish and brings their own hometown story to the practice. We’ve even added a fun touch to our team bios—hover over any photo, and you’ll see a snapshot from their childhood, most of them taken right here in St. Charles Parish.

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Whether it’s Dr. Buddy or your hygienist who used to babysit your cousin, we treat our patients like neighbors—because you are.

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COMPLETE DENTAL CARE FOR EVERY SMILE

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PREVENTIVE & GENERAL DENTISTRY

Routine dental checkups, digital X-rays, cleanings, and fluoride help catch small problems early. We focus on prevention, keeping your teeth and gums healthy at every stage of life.

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ROOT & NERVE CARE

If you're dealing with lingering tooth pain or sensitivity, we offer root canal therapy and cracked tooth repair to relieve pain and save your natural tooth. Fast answers, real relief.

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GUM TREATMENTS

Gum health affects your whole body. We treat bleeding gums, gum disease, and inflammation with deep cleanings, scaling, antibiotics, and maintenance plans tailored to your needs.

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CHILDREN'S DENTISTRY

We welcome children of all ages with calm, patient care. Preventive treatments like fluoride and sealants help protect growing smiles—and our team makes visits fun and fear-free.

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RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY

We repair damaged or missing teeth with crowns, bridges, tooth-colored fillings, dentures, and implant restorations. Every treatment is built around comfort, bite function, and long-term strength.

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ORAL SURGERY & SEDATION

From simple extractions to wisdom teeth removal and bone grafts, our surgical services are done right here in the office. Sedation options are available for patients who prefer a more relaxed experience.

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COSMETICS DENTISTRY

We offer whitening, veneers, bonding, and natural-looking fillings to improve your smile without overdoing it. Cosmetic treatments are explained clearly and built around your comfort and goals.

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EMERGENCY & ANXIETY SUPPORT

Tooth pain, broken teeth, or sudden swelling? We offer same-day emergency visits. Nervous about the dentist? We take time, explain everything, and offer sedation options when needed.

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“The dentist, Dr. Buddy was a great time! I’ll definitely be returning in 6 months for another routine cleaning.”

- Lauren F.

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OUR PATIENTS LOVE US
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