Welcome to Our Practice!

Located in the Manhattan Medical Center, Dental Associates of Manhattan has been a part of the community since 1973. Our goal is to provide preventive and comprehensive dental care to the whole person. With a focus on how your teeth and gums relate to your overall health, our clinicians help you make educated decisions regarding your treatment and oral health.

At Dental Associates of Manhattan, we value our patient relationships, making it our priority to deliver gentle and compassionate care. We work hard to make you feel at ease by providing exceptional patient care in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. We strive to develop lifelong relationships with our patients by combining the latest dental technology with a dedicated, professional and compassionate staff. The result is a beautiful, healthy smile that achieves your goals for comfort, function and appearance.

Let us care for your entire family. We look forward to meeting you!

MEET OUR STAFF

Learn Who We Are

  • Zach Nemechek

    As of June 1, 2022 Dr. Zach Nemechek (Dr. Nemo) joins our team as the new owner. He brings with him his wife, Nicole Williams of Troy, Mo. Nicole is a hygienist by trade, but splits time with cleanings and helping up front. Dr. Nemo grew up and graduated from Quinter, Ks. Next, he went to Kansas State where he played football from 2010-2014 under Coach Bill Snyder. Finally, he attended UMKC School of Dentistry. 

    Currently Accepting New Patients!

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  • Rick Fulton
    DDS

    Dr. Rick Fulton is a native Kansan raised first in Larned and then Ottawa. He is a 1977 Kansas State University graduate earning a degree in Pre-Dentistry. He continued on to UMKC School of Dentistry graduating in 1982, starting his practice with Dental Associates of Manhattan that same year.

TESTIMONIALS

What Our Clients Say About Us

  • "Dr Fulton truly cares about you as a person. Thank you for making this s good experience and helping me feel more at ease. (Thank you too the hygienist who cleaned my teeth... She was so kind and patient with me."
    Dani R
  • "I've now also taken my 5 year old to Dr. Nemo, and she just LOVES him!! Yesterday she had to have her 2 front bottom teeth pulled, due to shark teeth, and he was amazing with her, so was Yasmine! For not being a "pediatric" specific dentist office they were so wonderful with her. He has the absolute best bedside manner I've ever seen in a doctor of any type. I can't praise this office enough. I would highly recommend this office to anybody!

    I just moved back to the area and was due to my cleaning. The staff is so friendly and accommodating. The hygienist did a thorough job cleaning and explaining what she was doing. Dr. Nemechek came in and is so friendly! I had to go back for some fillings and they got me in the following week! 2nd visit was just as impressive as the first. Would definitely recommend this place to my friends and family. Will be scheduling a visit for my toddler daughter's cleaning soon."
    Cindy H
  • "As always — very courteous, very friendly, very professional, very thorough, very clear in explanations, very respectful of patients concerns, very reassuring. I’ve been a patient here for years (even decades) and have always trusted their advice because I’ve always been pleased with their treatments."
    Mick C
  • "The dentists and staff at Dental Associates are exceptionally good. Dr. Nemechek and Dr. Fulton are very personable, as is their staff. I would highly recommend their practice for anyone."
    CP L
  • "The dental hygienist was outstanding. She knew her job and was pleasant to be around with. The Dentist Mr. Fulton as always was great. The best dentist I have ever had. He always thinks of his patients first."
    Charles B
  • "By far the best dental practice in MHK! Dr. Fulton took excellent care of a tooth with an old filling that needed to be replaced. He also took extra time and attention to make sure my bite was just right before I left. He could have went right to a more expensive resolution, but sees value in preservation. In addition, I had the opportunity to meet Amanda who did the best cleaning that I have had in a long time! Highly recommend if you are needing a new dentist."
    Ricci D
  • "I highly recommend Doc Zachary Nemechek and his staff. They are highly knowledgeable, skilled, professional, efficient, and kind. Best dental clinic ever:)"
    Sharon S
  • "Had my first visit today at Dental Associates of Manhattan. Dr Fulton / Kelly in hygiene / the front desk - everyone is awesome bits always challenging- moving to a new area. How grateful I am to have found such a caring, professional office!"
    Ross S
  • "Very nice dentist office. Everyone is friendly and makes you feel very comfortable. I'm sure a lot of you know how stressful going to the dentist can be. Not at dental associates.. I recently got my teeth cleaned. Nicole did a super job and gave me extra tips on how to better care of my teeth."
    Vicky J
  • "Dr. Nemo and Nicole treat my boys like their own. Explain EVERYTHING that they’re going to do, make them excited about their oral health and today, Dr. Nemo let out a celebratory cheer with my 8 year old when he checked out with no cavities. We drive over 3 hours to see Dr. Nemo and his staff and we’d drive 10 if we had to!"
    Hannah S
  • "Great experience. Dr. N. is personable, patient, knowledgeable and provides great dental care. The office staff is friendly and efficient and the dental assistants and hygienists are caring, competent. The entire staff and atmosphere is welcoming. kudos"
    Adrian W
  • "Nicole was amazing! Highly intelligent motivated doctors wanting the best for their patients! I have been through dentists that DGAS about you or your health. Dr. Nemechek is a diamond in the rough!"
    Joshua H
  • "We love Dr. Nemo!! Best dentist in MHK!"
    Kayla M
  • "I was very happy with the service of both the dentist [Nemechek] and his very capable assistant. Very pleasant, good explanations, patient, caring. A pleasant experience with a very unpleasant procedure."
    Mary M
  • "The hygienist was very good, knowledgeable and helpful. Very pleasant to talk to. Did a wonderful job. Dr. Fulton is a wonderful dentist, couldn't ask for anything better. Have been going to Dental Associates for years, always excellent."
    Patty A
  • "I had the best experience at Dental Associates of Manhattan. The front office staff was always kind and professional. Dr. Nemechek did an excellent job in making sure I understood each step of the procedure and that I was as comfortable as possible and he was so nice to work my toothache into his schedule. I would highly recommend their office for your dental needs."
    Aura R
  • "Dr.Zach Nemechek`s dental practice is an excellent example of patient centered care. The entire practice understands how difficult a visit to the dentist can be for some people. Staff are keenly focused on making you feel at ease and comfortable. Quality time is given to explaining dental issues and procedures. I believe the mission of this practice is to provide a safe and comfortable environment for patients to receive the best quality care possible. Personally, I am thankful Dr. Nemechek is my dentist, and for the quality care I receive, and for the well-trained and supportive staff. I highly recommend this practice."
    Mel P

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Our Location

1133 College Avenue, Suite D202, Manhattan, KS 66502

Hours of Operation

Our Regular Schedule

Monday:

7:30 am-5:00 pm

Tuesday:

7:30 am-5:00 pm

Wednesday:

7:30 am-5:00 pm

Thursday:

7:30 am-5:00 pm

Friday:

Closed

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed