Dr. Laquanis S. Collins, DDS

When the back molar starts throbbing on a Tuesday afternoon, Pope Field doesn’t leave you guessing. Dr. Laquanis S. Collins, DDS keeps a chair ready at 383 Maynard St, a quiet stretch where the neighborhood’s old oaks shade the parking lot just enough to make the walk from the car feel a little less like a march toward the dentist. Routine cleanings, fillings, and the occasional emergency crown are handled here—no fanfare, just the kind of steady care that turns anxious patients into regulars who actually remember their next appointment.

Dental work in a military-adjacent town often means juggling deployments, PCS moves, and kids who outgrow their retainers faster than their shoes. The practice quietly adapts: same-day repairs for chipped teeth, digital X-rays that cut the wait, and clear aligners for teens who’d rather not sport metal for two years. Even root canals get scheduled with a minimum of paperwork, a small mercy when you’re already dreading the drill. The office doesn’t advertise weekend hours, but if you call (910) 394-1278 on a Friday afternoon, someone usually picks up to slot you in before the weekend rush.

Pope Field’s rhythm—early reveille, school buses, and the distant hum of helicopters—sets the backdrop for these visits. Directions are straightforward: turn off Bragg Boulevard, follow the railroad tracks until Maynard appears, then look for the brick storefront with the blue awning. For a map that updates with traffic, pull up this link on your phone before you leave; it’ll save you circling the block when your mouth is already numb.