Your Grand Prairie Dentist
Welcome to Lynn Creek Dental Care, where we know our patients and their families by name. We are passionate about the Gold Standards listed above, and we have high ideals regarding patient comfort and office organization. To us, the only way to provide excellent care and wonderful experiences for you and your family is with a gentle touch. We take this very seriously, going above and beyond to make sure our patients are comfortable. 
Also, we understand that many families are busy juggling school and work schedules. To help you, we have extended hours (7am-7pm) so you can make appointments before and after work, and around your child's school and extracurricular activities. We offer family block appointments, as well, and we do our best to complete your care in as few visits as possible. Come experience the difference with us!
Meet Dr. Jeromy Thornton
Dr. Jeromy Thornton grew up in Silsbee, TX, a small town just north of Beaumont. He completed his bachelor's degree at Lamar University before studying dentistry at the prestigious Baylor College of Dentistry. While at Baylor, Dr. Thornton received numerous recognitions, including an award for Excellence in Dental Laboratory. Dr. Thornton's clinical skills stood out early on as faculty and students alike recognized his passion for dentistry and commitment to ensuring patient comfort and well-being. Read More ↓
One of Dr. Thornton's most notable qualities is his desire to give back to the community. He participates in many community programs, including community cleanup, book donation projects for adult learning centers, community education about the importance of oral health, and more.
Dr. Thornton has carried the same dedication to excellence from dental school into his career. He has pursued advanced level training in numerous areas. Some of these are Advanced Endodontics (root canal therapy), Short-term Orthodontics (accelerated braces), Advanced Oral Surgery (tooth removal), and Advanced Practice Management (for organized, efficient, and effective office systems). As one of the owners of our DFW dental practices, Dr. Thornton brings all his knowledge and skills to our neighborhood offices, always working hard to help us maintain a high standard of clinical care and office organization.
Even though he performs many complex procedures such as wisdom teeth removal, Dr. Thornton is known for his gentle touch and compassionate nature. He is very friendly and well-liked by his patients and staff. He listens attentively to what patients ask of him, putting just as much emphasis on patient comfort as he does on quality clinical work.
In his personal life, Dr. Thornton and his wife, Stephanie, have a beautiful toddler boy and are excited to be growing their family. Dr. Thornton has several hobbies, including tennis, golf, and weight training. He is an avid athlete as well as a caring husband and father. Being family-focused is an important part of our practice philosophy and culture, which our staff and patients appreciate.
Meet Dr. Tanaya Sanders
Dr. Tanaya Sanders grew up in Lancaster, Texas, where she attended First Baptist Academy of Dallas for her primary and secondary education. She completed her bachelor's degree at Xavier University of Louisiana before going on to study dentistry at the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry. While in dental school, Dr. Sanders received scholarships and other recognitions for her academic performance, and she graduated with honors in 2006. After graduation, Dr. Sanders decided to return back home to Texas. She practices family-oriented dental care, and she has experience with patients of all ages - starting at 6 months old. Read More ↓
Patients appreciate Dr. Sanders' ability to put them at ease with her compassionate nature, gentle care, and good sense of humor. Dr. Sanders knows that many people are apprehensive and even fearful about seeing a dentist, so she strives to help relieve fears using a gentle touch and state-of-the-art technology in a relaxing atmosphere. Dr. Sanders' numerous outstanding reviews online are a testament to her dedication to help patients feel comfortable while getting the quality dental treatment they need.
Dr. Sanders is on Kaplan College's advisory board, where she assists the faculty in developing curriculum for aspiring dental assistants. Dr. Sanders is always looking for ways to give back to her community, and she is passionate about making education and professional opportunities more available to students.
Together with her husband and dental colleague, Alix, Dr. Sanders has a beautiful toddler girl named Taylor. Dr. Sanders is a family-focused person and a wonderful doctor to have as part of our practice family!
