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The Plaque Panther

Fighting cavities. Protecting smiles. Empowering kids.

Meet Dr. Ray Tucker, the pediatric dentist superhero helping kids across Las Vegas, Summerlin, and Henderson build healthy, fearless smiles.
Meet the Plaque Panther Start Your Smile Mission
Dr. Ray Tucker as The Plaque Panther, leaping forward in his black and gold panther suit and white coat, holding the Sonic Toothbrush Blaster

The man behind the mask…

Meet Dr. Ray

Pediatric dentist by day. Smile superhero always.

Dr. Ray Tucker, DDS, pediatric dentist in Las Vegas, smiling in a white coat

Dr. Ray Tucker, DDS

Candid photo of Dr. Ray Tucker smiling in his dental operatory

Live from HQ

The credentials are real. Only the cape is make-believe.

♥Kid-first care: gentle, patient, and fun
✚Careful care: only the treatment kids need
★Empowering kids: confidence and healthy habits
☺Positive visits: something to smile about
  • DDS, Howard University College of Dentistry, Washington, DC (2010)
  • General practice residency, Coler Goldwater Specialty Hospital, New York, NY
  • Pediatric dentistry specialty certificate, Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center, New York, NY
  • Board certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
  • Member, American Academy of Pediatrics
  • Specialized in pediatric dentistry since 2013
  • Volunteer, Give Kids A Smile
  • Featured on BlackOwnedDentalPractices.com
Children's first dental visits are very important and formative. I take pride in easing the stress of kids as well as their parents by providing a maximum amount of care, attention, and information with the minimum amount of dental treatment necessary to keep your child healthy and happy. Dr. Ray Tucker, DDS

Dr. Tucker sees kids at Queensridge Kids' Dentistry & Orthodontics in Las Vegas and Union Village Kids' Dentistry and Orthodontics in Henderson.

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Illustration of Dr. Ray Tucker as The Plaque Panther standing with his sonic toothbrush

The Cavity Crew

The bad guys who attack your smile. Know the enemy.

WANTED

"One more candy!"

The Sugar Gremlin, a candy-covered villain yelling about sugar

Sugar Gremlin

Loves candy, cookies, and sugary treats. His power: turning sugar into tooth-attacking acid.

DEFEAT HIM: brush 2 minutes, twice a day, with fluoride toothpaste.

WANTED

"Skip the floss today..."

Plaque Punk, a purple fuzzy villain holding a candy cane

Plaque Punk

Loves the tight spots between teeth where brushes cannot reach. His power: sticky plaque armor.

DEFEAT HIM: floss every day. It wrecks his hideout.

WANTED

"Mmm, leftover snacks!"

Plaque Blob, a green blob villain covered in gunk

Plaque Blob

Camps out along the gumline where brushing stops short. His power: slimy buildup where germs hide.

DEFEAT HIM: brush along the gumline and never skip checkups.

WANTED

"Water is BORING!"

Soda Sneak, an angry soda can villain

Soda Sneak

Loves soda, juice, and acidic drinks. His power: weakening enamel with sneaky acid attacks.

DEFEAT HIM: choose water. His powers don't work on it.

The Cavity Crew are fictional characters. The problems they cause are real: sugar, plaque, and acid are how cavities actually start.

Every hero needs a team…

Choose Your Smile Hero

Every hero has a tool. Every tool has a mission. Tap one to reveal yours.

The Plaque Panther comic cover: Dr. Ray Tucker in his panther suit and white coat on the Las Vegas Strip at night

Coming to Plaque Panther HQ…

Join the Adventure

Read the comic. Fight the bad guys. Protect every smile. The Sugar Gremlin and the Cavity Crew are attacking smiles across Las Vegas. Can Dr. Ray and the Smile Heroes stop them in time?

  • A real comic book you can hold
  • Adventure, dental tips, games, and a coloring page
  • Bravery certificate in every issue
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Comic panel: a new hero rises
1. A new hero rises
Comic panel: the Sugar Gremlin attacks
2. Sugar Gremlin attacks
Comic panel: time to fight back
3. Time to fight back

Smile Hero Training Academy

Complete missions. Earn badges. Become a Smile Hero.

1

Brush 2x a Day

Two minutes, morning and night. The Sugar Gremlin hates a clean sweep.

2

Floss Every Day

Slide in like Flossy and rope the gunk out. That is Plaque Punk's hideout.

3

Choose Healthy Snacks

Water beats soda. Crunchy snacks beat sticky candy. Sorry, Soda Sneak.

4

Visit Your Dentist

Report to Plaque Panther HQ for checkups. Heroes keep their gear inspected.

Badges earned: 0 of 4

Congratulations! You are officially a Smile Hero.

Type your name, then save or print your official certificate.

Save My Certificate

On a phone, tap and hold the certificate to save it to your photos.

BONUS: SUGAR GREMLIN TARGET PRACTICE

Rank: Rookie ZAPPED: 0

Tap the Sugar Gremlins before they spread! Zap 5 to become a Smile Cadet, 15 to become a Plaque Smasher, and 30 for CAVITY CRUSHER.

For the grown-ups…

Parents, Your Child's Comfort Comes First

The superhero universe is for the kids. This part is for you. Serving families across Las Vegas, Summerlin, and Henderson.

Pediatric Care

Dr. Tucker is a board-certified pediatric dentist, the kids dentist for everything from first visits and checkups through treatment, specialized since 2013. Both offices also offer orthodontics as your child grows.

Nervous Kids Welcome

His whole philosophy is easing the stress of kids and parents: maximum care and attention, minimum treatment needed to keep your child healthy.

New Patients

Call the office closest to you to schedule. The front desk can walk you through insurance, financing, and new-patient details, and help with urgent visits.

Dr. Ray Tucker waving next to a smiling young patient holding a princess crayon set

Another smile saved!

Dr. Ray Tucker and a colleague pointing at their smiles beside a young patient in front of a Braces On display

Braces day with the team.

Queensridge Kids' Dentistry & Orthodontics

LAS VEGAS HQ
10040 Alta Dr, Ste 110
Las Vegas, NV 89145
Call 702-425-3454

Union Village Kids' Dentistry and Orthodontics

HENDERSON HQ
1135 Vitality Dr, Ste 140
Henderson, NV 89011
Call 702-359-7402

Ask for an appointment with Dr. Tucker. Hours vary by office, so call for current availability.

Questions from Parents and Heroes

Asked by kids and parents across Las Vegas and Henderson.

Is Dr. Tucker a real superhero?
The cape is comic-book. The credentials are real: Dr. Ray Tucker, DDS is a board-certified pediatric dentist who has specialized in kids' dentistry since 2013.
What is a pediatric dentist?
A dentist who went through extra years of specialty training after dental school to care for babies, kids, and teens. Dr. Tucker completed his pediatric specialty training at Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center in New York.
Where does The Plaque Panther see patients?
Two locations: Queensridge Kids' Dentistry & Orthodontics at 10040 Alta Dr, Ste 110 in Las Vegas, and Union Village Kids' Dentistry and Orthodontics at 1135 Vitality Dr, Ste 140 in Henderson.
My kid is scared of the dentist. Will this work?
Nervous kids are Dr. Tucker's specialty. He works at a gentle pace, keeps parents informed, and never does more treatment than your child actually needs.
What are Sugar Gremlins, really?
Sugar Gremlins is the kid-friendly name for the bacteria in plaque. They feed on sugar left on teeth and make acid that causes cavities. Brushing and flossing clears them out.
How often should kids brush?
Two minutes, two times a day, with fluoride toothpaste. That is the Smile Hero standard.
Is Dr. Tucker board certified?
Yes. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, and he earned his DDS at Howard University College of Dentistry in 2010.
How do we book a visit?
Call the office closest to you: Las Vegas at 702-425-3454 or Henderson at 702-359-7402, and ask for an appointment with Dr. Tucker.

Ready to book your child's visit?

Real care, real credentials, and a dentist kids are excited to visit. Knowledge is power. Prevention is a superpower.

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Las Vegas: 702-425-3454 · Henderson: 702-359-7402

The Plaque Panther is the educational character brand of Raymond Tucker, DDS, board-certified pediatric dentist in Las Vegas and Henderson, Nevada.