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2182 Sandy Drive Suite 102

State College, PA 16803

(814) 234-4444

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    Welcome to Our Practice

    Welcome to Dentistry By April Detar, Your dentist in State College PA.

    Our Mission…To excel as the most comprehensive dental office in our local community, giving our patients exclusive attention with the doctor and hygienist, striving to foster patient relationships based on mutual trust. Our team will work together to run an efficient practice considerate of our patient’s individual needs and concerns, designing the best treatment options for our patients. We believe education is important for our patients to achieve and maintain total oral health, with added benefits of cosmetic procedures to improve their appearance. We strive to stay on cutting edge of technology by continually attending higher educational classes at the world’s most premier post-dental education institutes for advanced learning, allowing our team to offer patients specialty services in the comfort of our dental chairs.

    Meet Our Team

    Learn Who We Are

    • Dr. April
      Dentist

      Dr. April Detar graduated from the Pennsylvania State University in 1996 with a Bachelor of Science in biochemistry and a minor in psychology. She went on to receive a Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine

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    • Dr. Bailey
      Dentist

      Dr. Bailey Swogger graduated from Juniata College with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. She then went on to receive a Doctorate of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) from Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry, where she was also a member of the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society.

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    • Angela
      Office Manager

      Angela has been in the dental profession for over 15 years. She is a member of the American Association of Dental Managers and is Dr. Detar’s left hand (she is left-handed afterall!). 

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    • Sierra
      Expanded Function Dental Assistant

      Sierra is our Expanded Functions Dental Assistant and has been in the dental field since 2015. She is a graduate from YTI Career Institute of York in 2020 with her EFDA. She’s a people person who loves working with and getting to know each patient. When she is not assisting Dr. Detar, she enjoys spending time outdoors, golfing and going to the gym.

    • Tonya
      Dental Assistant

      Tonya grew up in the pleasant gap area with her parents and 3 older sisters. She is a 2015 graduate of Bellefonte area high school. She also attended the Central Pennsylvania institute of science

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    • Mindy
      Front Office Assistant/ Insurance Coordinator

      Melinda graduated from McCann School of Business and Technology in 2002 with an associates degree in Business Administration and a Major in Accounting.

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    • Karissa

      Karissa started with our office in 2021 and is from Mohrsville Pennsylvania, where she graduated from Gateway Christian School in 2011. She has previous office experience with scheduling and customer service. Karissa has an older brother, sister, and younger brother. In her free time, she enjoys being outside, hiking and kayaking with her boyfriend. She also likes to spend time with her family and friends. 

    • Laura
      Hygienist

      Laura has been with Dr Detar since 2013 when she graduated from Pennsylvania College of Technology Dental Hygiene Program. After that she continued her education to receive her Master of Health Science at Lock Haven University in 2017. Laura enjoys meeting and getting to know our patients to help with their oral health. When not working in the office with Dr Detar; Laura enjoys being outside and spending time with family, friends, her dog Shadow and cat Loves. 

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    Hours of Operation

    Our Regular Schedule

    Monday:

    8:00 am-4:30 pm

    Tuesday:

    8:00 am-5:30 pm

    Wednesday:

    8:00 am-4:30 pm

    Thursday:

    8:00 am-4:30 pm

    Friday:

    8:00 am-12:30 pm

    Saturday:

    Closed

    Sunday:

    Closed

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      Check out our patient reviews--we love to hear from you!

        Dr. Detar has provided excellent care for me from fillings to an implant. She is skilled in the procedures she performs. Her pleasant personality makes me feel comfortable each time I visit her office.

        As my dentist, Dr. Detar uses the latest technology. She is knowledgeable and professional. Her support staff is exceptional.

        Wonderful, energetic staff that delivers high quality results!A dentist office with a warm atmosphere!

        I love this place! Everyone is so nice and really good at their job. They also pay attention to their patients. They are very accommodating to everyone schedules 5-star rating ★★★★★

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