Drs. Sutton and Jacquelene Farnham opened this practice in 1983, when San Jose Blvd was only two lanes. Their son, Dr. MacK, grew up around it and is carrying it on.
years of the Farnham family caring for Jacksonville smiles, and now accepting new patients.
Recognition, training and memberships held by our dentists
Our story, since 1983
Dr. MacK is picking up where his parents left off, and some of our patients have been coming since the 1980s.
Meet your dentist
Dr. MacK to his patients, and born into a family of dentists. He grew up in Jacksonville, surfing and fishing, and watched his parents build this practice. His goal is to treat generations of Jacksonville families, from grandkids to grandparents.
Drs. Jacquelene and Sutton Farnham founded Farnham Dentistry in 1983. Both trained at the University of Florida's Shands Hospital, and both names are on the office sign.
A University of Florida graduate in dental medicine, with a general practice residency at UF Shands Hospital treating children, trauma and medically complex patients. She also holds an MBA from UF, has held leadership posts in the Academy of General Dentistry. Her general dentistry for all ages includes cosmetic work and full mouth reconstructions.
DMD and MBA, University of Florida
A PhD in physical chemistry before dentistry, then residency at the University of Florida/Shands Hospital with a focus on TMJ problems. He started and directed the postgraduate General Practice Residency at Shands Jacksonville, holds several patents, and is a past president of the Florida Academy of General Dentistry.
PhD, physical chemistry · DDS, Medical College of Virginia
How a visit feels
Most of us have met a rushed or belittling healthcare professional somewhere. Our staff, hygienists and dentists treat you with kindness and respect, and these are the three ways that shows.
The problem: putting the dentist off for years, then dreading the lecture.
Our treatment philosophy is conservative care. We suggest what is best for your oral health, avoid unnecessary treatment, and would rather prevent problems than fix one broken tooth at a time.
The problem: an office that punishes you for being late, then runs late itself.
We have made a commitment to be on time for our appointments. And rather than several trips, we will find a time when the whole family can come in together.
The problem: the needle, and the nerves before it.
The Wand delivers local anesthetic by computer, with almost no pain and no syringe. Sedation dentistry is there for higher anxiety or longer visits. And Nugget, a certified therapy dog, is in twice a week.
Dentistry in Mandarin
Our dentists' training covers many advanced procedures that would normally need an outside referral, so most care happens here, saving you trips across Jacksonville.
Regular exams, x-rays, cleanings, scaling and polishing, with an eye kept on small problems before they become big ones. Children are welcome from their first birthday.
Fillings, core buildups, root canals, oral surgery, periodontics, bridges and implants, with crowns designed and milled in our own office.
Veneers designed digitally in the office, clear aligners, and whitening that keeps going after the first session.
Dentists train in the muscles of the mouth and face, and the Florida dental board allows Botox as part of a dental treatment plan, including for bruxism, TMJ and migraines.
CEREC designs and mills an E.max ceramic crown in our Jacksonville office, so there is no temporary and no second visit. It usually takes about two hours.
An artificial root placed in the jaw. Bone grafting can make implants possible for people with bone loss, and implants can hold a loose denture firmly in place.
Clear aligners worn 22 to 24 hours a day and changed weekly, with a check about every three weeks. Most cases take 12 to 18 months. The consultation is free.
Up to six shades lighter in about an hour, or a supervised home kit over one to two weeks. White for Life adds free whitening gel after each check-up.
Technology
Digital scanning, computer-aided design and a milling unit in the office mean crowns and veneers do not have to leave the building, and you do not have to come back for them.
Insurance & payment
We accept certain insurance plans, offer financing, and run a savings plan of our own for patients who have no insurance at all.
We accept certain insurance plans. Call us with your plan's details and we will talk it through with you.
Convenient financing options are available for larger treatment, such as implants and crowns.
New patients receive a free consultation, and can talk through their needs without any pressure.
No insurance?
No yearly maximums, deductibles, claim forms or pre-authorizations, no pre-existing condition exclusions, and no waiting period. Exams, x-rays and two cleanings a year are covered in full, within the plan's limits, and fillings, crowns, veneers, implants, root canals and most other treatment are 15% off.
Children under 18 also get two fluoride treatments a year. Full Invisalign treatment is $500 off for members who stay on the plan throughout.
Children & families
Children who come along to a parent's visit see the office and meet the team before it is their turn, and are more relaxed for their first exam. We are happy to book several family members at the same time.
Giving back
Dr. MacK has volunteered his time in Central and South America since high school, and closer to home as well. Teaching oral hygiene, in his words, is one of the most rewarding parts of this profession.
New patients & emergencies
A sudden toothache, or a tooth bumped loose? Call as soon as you can on (904) 262-2551. Addressing it quickly can often mean a much better outcome.
4.8 out of 5 · 150+ Google reviews
★★★★★I have MAJOR dentist phobia but Farnham always works to put me at ease. Love Dr Mac and Dr Jackie and my amazing dental hygienist always takes time to keep my teeth looking good. Highly recommend.Cindi TolleGoogle review
★★★★★Very efficient operation with detailed breakdown of all my dental needs. Impressed with caps processed in house same day.Ken DoriaGoogle review
★★★★★Our family has been using Farnham Dentistry for over 25 years! They consistently provide excellent care whether it’s a cleaning or new crown! I highly recommend all their professionals for your dental care!M.W. GillisGoogle review
★★★★★Always a great experience with Dr Mack and team. He’s the gentlest dentist I’ve ever been to and does a fantastic job.Lisa AlfordGoogle review
★★★★★Love Dr Mac and DrJackie. My dental hygienist is the greatest and so gentle. I have been going to Farnham Dentistry since 1990.Kimberly BergGoogle review
★★★★★This office is efficient and thorough. Very courteous. Been going to Farnham for 34 years.Melanie DownesGoogle review
Common questions
We accept certain insurance plans, so please call us on (904) 262-2551 with your plan's details. If you have no dental insurance, the Farnham Dental Savings Plan costs $289 a year per adult and $262 per child, with no yearly maximums, deductibles or waiting periods.
Tell us when you call. Our office is a No Judgement Zone. We use The Wand, a computer-controlled system that gives local anesthetic with almost no pain and without a syringe, and sedation dentistry is available for higher anxiety or longer treatment.
Often, yes. Our CEREC system designs and mills an E.max ceramic crown in the office, so there is no temporary crown and no second appointment. It usually takes about two hours.
Call the office as soon as possible on (904) 262-2551, whether it is sudden tooth pain, a tooth bumped loose or another emergency. Addressing it quickly can often mean a much better outcome.
Around their first birthday, as the American Dental Association recommends, and every six months after that. Bringing them along to your own appointment first helps them get used to the office and meet the team.
Every six months for your regular examination. If a problem comes up in between, call and book rather than waiting for the next visit: the sooner it is addressed, the easier it is to resolve.
11528 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32223, in Mandarin, 3 minutes south of I-295. It is a short drive from Southside, Loretto, Fruit Cove and Julington Creek.
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