Crossing the Line to Charlotte for Implants and Smile Care
Indian Land is in the northern tip of Lancaster County, South Carolina, close to Fort Mill, Marvin and Waxhaw. Our office is a short hop into North Carolina at 3135 Springbank Lane, Suite 150, in south Charlotte. Most routes begin on US-521, and the directions further down this page show one way to reach us. Leave some extra time for traffic.
Dr. Edwin Porter leads implant and cosmetic treatment here, with an in-house lab, 3D cone beam imaging and digital planning. Consultations are complimentary, and because we are out-of-network friendly, a South Carolina plan is not a reason to hold back from asking about coverage.
Implant Choices, From One Tooth to a Full Arch
When one tooth is gone, an implant can stand in for the lost root without involving the teeth next to it. A custom crown is attached on top, shaped to look and feel like the natural tooth it replaces.
Having a root in the bone also helps that part of the jaw hold its shape.
If you wear a full denture that moves around, or you are facing the loss of many teeth, a denture anchored to implants can be much more secure. It clicks or fixes into place rather than floating on the gums.
That steadiness helps with chewing and speaking, and the implants help preserve the jawbone.
An entire arch of failing or missing teeth can be treated with All-on-4, which supports a fixed set of replacement teeth on four carefully positioned implants. Many cases allow a working smile the same day.
Treatment is mapped out digitally, then carried out in our office with help from our in-house lab.
Longer visits or dental nerves are no reason to avoid care. We provide nitrous oxide, oral sedation and IV sedation, and we recommend one based on your comfort and the treatment planned.
Plan on having someone drive you home if you have oral or IV sedation.
Smile Makeover Treatments
Stained or yellowed teeth do not always respond to over-the-counter strips. Professional whitening at our office uses stronger bleaching agents that reach into the enamel, and it can make a visible difference in a short visit.
Crowns, veneers and fillings do not whiten, so we take them into account when planning.
Straightening adult teeth does not have to mean metal brackets. Invisalign® uses clear aligners, each set slightly different, to move teeth gradually into place. Dr. Porter is a recognized top Invisalign provider in his area.
The aligners are removable, so eating, brushing and flossing carry on as normal.
A veneer covers the front surface of a tooth with a thin layer of porcelain. It can hide chips, narrow small spaces, even out uneven teeth and cover stains that whitening cannot remove.
We shape and shade each one for the tooth it will cover, so it blends in with your smile.
Crowns cap teeth that are broken, decayed or worn down. Bridges fill a space left by a missing tooth using the adjacent teeth for support. They are common ways to restore both function and looks.
Our CEREC equipment makes it possible to complete many crowns in a single visit, with a digital scan instead of a messy impression.
What Combined Care Looks Like
Replacing a tooth and improving how your smile looks often go hand in hand. We offer implants, implant dentures, veneers, crowns and bridges, and can sequence them so the pieces work together.
Digital impressions and implant planning let us preview the plan and keep each step organized from start to finish.
Dr. Edwin Porter
Dr. Edwin Porter, DDS, FAGD, DICOI, is a Top Dentist in Charlotte, a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and a Diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. He is also a top Invisalign provider in his area.
He personally guides your plan, starting at a complimentary consultation.
Replacing a Whole Arch of Teeth
When teeth across an entire jaw have been lost or can no longer be saved, the arch needs a lasting solution. All-on-4 supports a fixed bridge on four implants, restoring much of your ability to bite and helping slow the bone loss that follows tooth loss.
Cone beam scans and digital planning tell us what is possible for you, and the consultation is the place to find out if you are a candidate.
Questions We Hear From Indian Land Patients
Yes. Our practice is in south Charlotte, NC, and we welcome patients from just across the South Carolina line, including Indian Land. The directions on this page start on US-521. Plan for extra time depending on traffic.
We are out-of-network friendly, so you can ask us what your plan may cover before starting. For financing, we offer CareCredit, Cherry and Proceed, and our Premier Dental Savings Program is available to patients without insurance.
You meet Dr. Porter, discuss your goals, have your mouth examined and review 3D cone beam images. Afterward you will know which treatment options apply to you and how the process would work.
Missing teeth can allow neighboring teeth to shift, change how you bite and cause the jawbone to lose volume. Dealing with a gap earlier generally keeps treatment simpler.
A single implant and crown handle one tooth. Several adjacent teeth may be restored with an implant-supported bridge, and a full arch calls for implant dentures or All-on-4. We recommend based on your exam and imaging.
No. The design lets us use the bone that is already there, including by angling the implants. We use 3D imaging to confirm whether it suits you.
Veneers are bonded porcelain shells that usually involve removing a little enamel. Lumineers are a thinner product that can often be placed with minimal enamel removal. Which is better depends on your teeth and your goals.
You need a responsible adult to drive you after oral or IV sedation. Please arrange that before your appointment. Nitrous oxide wears off quickly, and we will confirm the plan with you when you book.
Sedation for Stress-Free Treatment
Nervous patients sometimes put off care until it becomes urgent. With sedation available, you can have necessary treatment in comfort. The options are nitrous oxide, oral sedation and IV sedation.
You choose with our guidance, and you will need an escort home after oral or IV sedation.
Visit Our Practice!
- Head east on US-521 toward US-521 N
- Pass by McDonald's (on the right in 0.8 mi)
- Entering North Carolina
- Turn right onto Ballantyne Commons Pkwy
- Turn left onto Elm Ln
- Turn right onto Pineville-Matthews Rd
- Turn left
- Turn left
- Turn right
- Destination will be on the right!
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