Johnston & Murphy Dental Care: Family Dentist in Ruston, LA
Dental • Ruston, LA • Since 1983
About
Johnston & Murphy Dental Care is a family dentistry practice in Ruston, Louisiana, founded in 1983 and led by Dr. Lamar Johnston and Dr. David Murphy. The practice offers a full range of dental services, including cosmetic dentistry, full-mouth rehab, Invisalign, sedation dentistry, pediatric dentistry, teeth whitening, dental implants, veneers, bone and soft tissue grafting, sleep apnea management, and TMJ care. Known for patient-centered care, safety, comfort, and clear communication, the practice serves families across Northeast Louisiana and was voted Best Dentistry in Lincoln Parish 2022. Website: johnstonandmurphydentalcare.com. Phone: 318-255-6780 / 732-641-6676 / 318-478-9688.
Clinic Type
Dental
Address
Ruston, LA 71270, 306 E. Reynolds Dr.
Phone
318-255-6780
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Opening Hours
Monday–Friday: 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (Friday times vary; call for appointment)
Emergency Care
Emergency Care page linked on site
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
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We are currently unable to accept Medicaid or other government-funded insurance programs.
Languages Spoken
Current Offers
Special Free Second Opinion and Price Match Guarantee
FAQs
What are the hours for the Ruston office?
Monday–Friday hours listed with specific times; Friday times vary. Call for appointment.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: very positive
- Google, Facebook, and various review aggregators: 5.0-star average reported across multiple platforms
Patients praise
- Friendly and professional staff
- Comfortable and safe environment
- Painless and efficient procedures
- Good communication
- Accommodating scheduling
Common complaints
- Minimal negative feedback found in available sources; most reviews are highly positive.
"It's always a pleasant experience going into Johnston Dental Clinic. Everyone is so kind and friendly and extremely gentle when working on me."
— WebMD/Patient Review"Prompt, excellent service as always . . . I appreciate the personal yet professional care I get every time at Johnston D..."
— Demandforce/Patient ReviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- JOHNSTON AND MURPHY DENTAL CARE - Updated July 2026 — Oct 22, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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