Dr. Lance Kovar opened his practice in 2004 after purchasing it from retiring dentist Dr. Paul Panacek. Raised in the tight knit community of Caldwell, TX, he was naturally drawn to Fredericksburg’s small-town charm and knew it was the perfect place to call home and raise a family. Since then, he and his wife, Dr. Heidi Kovar, have been proudly serving the Texas Hill Country with compassionate, high-quality dental care for more than 20 years. Rooted in small-town values and driven by a passion for excellence, the Kovars have created a welcoming environment where patients feel like family while receiving the very best in modern dentistry.
Why Did You Decide to Become a Dentist?
Dr. Kovar’s journey to dentistry began while he was studying Biomedical Sciences at Texas A&M. He had originally planned to go to medical school, but after shadowing surgeons, volunteering in hospitals, and working as an EMT, he realized it wasn’t the right path for him. During a visit to his dentist to address dental issues he had neglected while in college, he realized that dentistry could be an ideal career choice. Hands-on, rewarding, and independent, it was a profession where he could help people, solve problems, and make a meaningful difference in their lives.
Today, Dr. Kovar loves helping patients achieve their oral health goals and create smiles they can feel proud of. With a personalized, gentle approach and advanced techniques, he strives to help every patient enjoy a healthy, beautiful smile that lasts a lifetime.
Where Did You Study Dentistry?
Dr. Kovar earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Baylor College of Dentistry, now Texas A&M College of Dentistry. Committed to providing exceptional care, he holds certifications in nitrous oxide and Level One sedation and has pursued advanced training at the prestigious Pankey Institute to stay current with the latest techniques and treatments. He also studied at Dr. Bill Strupp's Dental School in Florida and completed an intensive 16-week BioMet-3i implant treatment planning and restoration program.
Always committed to growth, Dr. Kovar continues to expand his expertise through advanced continuing education courses and remains an active member of professional organizations, including the American Dental Association and the Texas Dental Association.
