Meet The Doctors
Dean McNeel, DDS
When Dr. Dean McNeel opened Ozark Prosthodontics in Fayetteville, Arkansas in 1995, his intention was to provide the absolute best dental care possible. In order to accomplish this, he began to attract the finest dental technicians and assistants in the industry and create a laboratory with the most innovative technology available.
Dr. McNeel’s philosophy is simple—in order to obtain high-quality dental results, you must have both exceptionally skilled doctors and an exceptional on-site dental laboratory.
“Without one portion of the equation, the results just simply aren’t as good as they could—and should—be,” says Dr. McNeel.
Dr. McNeel’s career in prosthodontics spans over three decades and includes work with children with congenital defects, medically compromised patients, and patients with high esthetic requirements, in addition to full-mouth reconstruction cases.
Beginning his higher education at Sam Houston University, he received his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Dr. McNeel then earned his Doctorate in Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) from the University of Texas Health Sciences Center in San Antonio before going on to graduate from Louisiana State University School of Dentistry with a Certificate in Prosthodontics. Dr. McNeel also completed a two-year general practice residency at Charity Hospital in New Orleans.
Today, Ozark Prosthodontics has evolved into a nationally recognized prosthodontics practice, which operates as a high-end clinic, full-service laboratory and nationally recognized training institution. Staffed with dental laboratory technicians selected by Dr. McNeel, the clinic and laboratory incorporate the latest scientific advancements in prosthodontics, which allows patients to have unparalleled treatment.
This full-service, on-site dental laboratory is exclusive to Dr. McNeel’s patients. The lab team works in concert with Dr. McNeel to ensure the highest quality restorations are created and delivered to patients.
In addition to his passion for his work, Dr. McNeel enjoys spending quality time with his family and friends. When not in the office, you can find him duck hunting, fishing, or enjoying the occasional fine wine. One of his more interesting out-of-office accomplishments is climbing Mount Hood in northern Oregon—one of the Top 10 Wonders of the West.
Sindi Vishaj, DDS, MS
To Dr. Sindi Vishaj (pronounced “Vish-eye”), the decision to become a prosthodontist means having the privilege to serve patients by guiding them to make the best decisions for their oral health. She especially values the trust that patients put in her to enhance their smiles through an expertly synthesized combination of science and art.
“It is incredibly satisfying to empower others to live a better-quality life with a functional, beautiful, new smile that you helped create,” said Dr. Vishaj.
The same dedication to excellence that Dr. Vishaj holds for patient care also appears in her academic career, which she began at the University of Missouri in Kansas City.
After graduating with her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree and honors, Dr. Vishaj would go on to complete a one-year advanced education in general dentistry at Wichita University and earn her master’s in prosthodontics from the University of Texas Health Science.
Her commitment to providing outstanding comprehensive care has also led her to pursue professional development opportunities at the MD Anderson Cancer Center and Wichita University’s Delta Dental Clinic, along with becoming a member of organizations such as the American Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, the Kansas Dental Association, and the Wichita Dental Society.
Some of Dr. Vishaj’s favorite aspects about working in the dental field, which she is excited to incorporate with her Little Rock Ozark Prosthodontics’ patients, include educating on the importance of oral care and having an opportunity to play a part in bridging the gap in oral health disparities within local communities.
What brings Dr. Vishaj joy outside of the office is grilling outdoors, traveling the world to appreciate and learn more about different cultures and cuisines, spending time with her husband and their son Liam, and going on family walks with their dog Archie.