New and need a dentist you can trust?
Starting school in Rexburg means finding a dentist on your own, maybe for the first time. You want one close to campus, easy to reach, and honest about cost. Strobel Family Dental cares for BYU-Idaho students and young families, about ten minutes north of campus. We cover everything from a quick cleaning to Invisalign, all in one office.
You should not have to gamble on a stranger with your smile. Dr. Dirk Strobel (Idaho license D-1877) has cared for Rexburg families for over 40 years. Dr. Heber Strobel (Idaho license D-5516) brings a national prosthodontics award for complex work. Start with one checkup, and we will build the rest around your schedule.
How do I find a dentist near BYU-Idaho?
We sit at 59 Professional Plaza, about ten minutes north of campus on Main Street. You will find us near Madison Memorial Hospital and Walgreens, easy to reach by car. Campus sits on the south side of Rexburg, so the drive stays short. Most students get here in well under fifteen minutes. Here is what students and young families lean on most.
- Cleanings and checkups for every age, including kids.
- Invisalign and clear aligners that fit a track calendar.
- Teeth whitening and veneers for a brighter smile.
- Wisdom teeth and extractions before a mission or a trip.
- Same-day emergency care when something hurts.
- Pediatric dentistry for student families with little ones.
Our hours fit a student schedule, with Saturday mornings and weekday evenings. We see every age, so student families can book together. You hear what your teeth need and why, in plain words. No upsells, no pressure, no surprises at the desk.
Can I finish Invisalign, whitening, or veneers before graduation or a mission?
Yes, if you start with enough runway. Invisalign usually takes six to eighteen months, depending on your case. Whitening takes a few visits, and veneers take a few weeks. We map the timeline to your track calendar or your departure date.
BYU-Idaho runs three full semesters, so your schedule shifts with each track. Tell us your graduation, wedding, or mission date up front. We will say honestly whether the timeline fits before you start. No one wants to leave town in the middle of cosmetic treatment.
Should I get my wisdom teeth out before a mission?
Often, yes. Many students remove wisdom teeth before a mission or a long trip. It is safer to handle them near home than to face pain far away. We check with an exam and an X-ray, then give you a straight answer.
Recovery usually takes a few days, so we time it around your calendar. If your wisdom teeth are healthy and clear, we may say leave them. We will not pull a tooth you do not need removed. You can read more on our tooth extraction page.
What if I have a dental emergency while I am at school?
Call us first. We keep same-day emergency availability for Rexburg and the campus area. A knocked-out tooth, severe pain, or a broken tooth should not wait. We will guide you over the phone, then get you in fast.
Being far from home makes a dental emergency scarier than it should be. We hold room in the schedule for urgent cases when we can. The sooner you call, the better we can protect the tooth. You are not on your own with this.
How do I keep my teeth healthy through a busy semester?
Start with two cleanings a year and a steady home routine. Late nights, energy drinks, and constant snacking wear on student teeth. Sugary and acidic drinks soften enamel, especially when you sip them all day. A little preventive care now saves you pain and cost later. A few simple habits protect your smile through a packed term.
- Swap constant soda and energy drinks for water when you can.
- Rinse with water after acidic or sugary drinks.
- Keep a travel brush in your bag for long days on campus.
- Do not skip your cleaning, even during finals.
None of this takes much time, and it pays off fast. We will tailor a routine to your schedule at your first visit. Healthy habits now mean fewer emergencies during your busiest weeks. That keeps your focus on school, not on a toothache.