DENTAL IMPLANTS AND COSMETIC DENTISTRY IN MINT HILL, NC

RESTORE YOUR SMILE AT OUR WELCOMING AND STATE-OF-THE-ART DENTAL PRACTICE​

Replacing Teeth and Improving Imperfect Smiles in Mint Hill, NC

Losing a tooth changes more than your smile. It shifts how you chew, how you speak, and often how you feel walking into a room. For Mint Hill residents, Charlotte Dental Arts offers a permanent, in-house implant solution with credentials most practices in the area cannot match. Our team is led by Dr. Edwin Porter, DDS, FAGD, DICOI, with over 20 years of experience placing and restoring implants. No referral is needed. We welcome out-of-network patients and offer financing through CareCredit and Cherry Financing. Call 704-544-5330 or visit our contact page to schedule.

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Our Featured Dental Implant Treatments in Mint Hill, NC

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If patients are in need of a single tooth replacement, a single dental implant is able to fill the gap with ease!

Single dental implants are placed with single screw-like posts and topped with a dental crown that is made to look like the patient’s natural teeth.

Single dental implants provide a great deal of stability to a patient’s jawbone, keeping it healthy and strong.

a model of an implant supported denture

Do you have many missing or failing teeth that need to be replaced? Implant supported dentures are a stable and reliable solution!

Supported by a couple of dental implants, implant supported dentures are comfortable, do not move in a patient’s mouth, and stimulate the jawbone.

With implant supported dentures, patients can resume their normal diet, talk with ease, and smile with confidence.

All-On-4 Full Arch Dental Implant Model

Looking for an effective tooth replacement option to replace a full arch of missing teeth? All-On-4® dental implants could help you!

All-On-4 dental implants can restore a patient’s smile with just four dental implant posts! Once the dental implant posts are strategically placed, a full mouth dental prosthesis is placed on top.

The All-On-4 dental implant solution can give you a healthier and happier smile.

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Dental anxiety can prevent people from getting the critical treatment they need. That is why we offer sedation dentistry to give you pain-free treatments!

Sedation dentistry gives patients the ability to have the treatments they need and deserve.

We can give patients the mild, moderate, or deep sedation dentistry treatment option, depending on the patient’s anxiety level and the type of treatment they are getting.

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Our Featured Cosmetic Dentistry Treatments in Mint Hill, NC

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For anyone looking for a way to correct their yellow or discolored teeth, consider our professional tooth whitening treatment!

Compared with over-the-counter methods, our professional teeth whitening services are able to give you a pearly white smile in a short amount of time.

Our in-office whitening option has professional-grade bleaching agents that soak deep into the tooth enamel, removing internal and surface level stains.

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If you want to straighten your crooked teeth, Invisalign® clear aligners could be the best solution for you!

With Invisalign, patients can straighten their teeth with removable acrylic clear aligners that are custom made to fit every patient’s unique smile.

The best part is that Invisalign clear aligners can be removed when patients are eating and doing their normal oral hygiene routine.

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For those who have chipped, gapped, crooked, or discolored teeth, then dental veneers could be the perfect treatment option for you!

Dental veneers are thin pieces of porcelain material that are custom made to perfectly fit the shape of patients’ imperfect teeth.

With dental veneers, patients can quickly and effectively improve the look of their teeth for a happier, more confident smile.

Cerec Dental Crown Milling Equipment

Have damaged and missing teeth that make it hard for you to eat, talk, and smile confidently? Dental crowns and bridges could restore your smile.

Dental bridges are bonded to healthy teeth to replace multiple missing teeth in a row and dental crowns are placed over damaged or missing teeth.

With dental crowns and bridges, patients can restore the function and beauty of their teeth!

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What Can Dental Implants Do for Your Smile in Mint Hill, NC?

Dental implants are broadly considered the premier option for replacing missing teeth. A titanium post is surgically positioned into the jawbone, where it integrates with the bone over time, creating a stable, long-lasting foundation for a crown, bridge, or full-arch prosthetic. Unlike dentures, implants do not slip, click, or require adhesives. They look and feel like natural teeth, and they preserve the jawbone, which begins to deteriorate once a tooth is lost.

Research published in the Journal of the American Dental Association confirms that the use of dental implants in clinical dentistry has increased significantly over time, with the prevalence of implants among adults rising from 1.3% in 1999–2004 to 8.4% in 2015–2020. This growth reflects both technological advancement and growing patient awareness of implants as a durable, functional alternative to other tooth replacement options.

Implant Options Available at Charlotte Dental Arts

Patients have different needs, and Charlotte Dental Arts offers a range of implant solutions to match. For those missing multiple teeth or an entire arch, All-on-4 dental implants provide a fixed, full-arch restoration supported by just four strategically placed implants. This approach dramatically reduces treatment time and cost compared to replacing each tooth individually. The practice also offers fixed versus removable options, and the team works closely with each patient to identify the best approach for their anatomy, goals, and budget.

Dr. Edwin Porter

Dr. Edwin Porter, DDS, FAGD, DICOI, has served as Charlotte Magazine’s Top Dentist for over 20 consecutive years. He holds two advanced implant credentials: his Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD) and his Diplomate designation from the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (DICOI), one of the most respected credentials in implant dentistry, requiring 120 documented cases, 250 CE hours, and a clinical examination. Dr. Porter also serves as Visiting Faculty at CEREC Doctors and as a Trainer for Advanced Implant Education through the Institute of Mega Implant and MegaGen. No referral is required. Learn more on his bio page.

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The Role of Cosmetic Dentistry in a Complete Smile in Mint Hill, NC

Dental implant treatment is a significant investment in your oral health, but our financing options make this life-changing care accessible to more patients. We work with CareCredit and Cherry Financing to offer flexible monthly payment plans, and our team will review your insurance benefits before treatment begins to maximize any available coverage. For a full breakdown of what implants cost at our practice, visit our dental implant cost guide for Charlotte, NC.

Our Frequently Asked Questions for Mint Hill, NC

The cost of dental implants varies depending on how many teeth need to be replaced, what preparatory procedures are required, and which implant type is used. We provide detailed cost breakdowns during your consultation and accept CareCredit and Cherry Financing to help spread costs over time. For more information, visit our dental implant cost guide at charlottedentalarts.com/dental-implant-cost-charlotte-nc/.
No referral is needed. Patients can contact Charlotte Dental Arts directly to schedule a consultation with Dr. Porter. We see patients from Mint Hill and throughout the greater Charlotte area. Dr. Porter handles all phases of implant care in-house, from evaluation and placement to final restoration.
Most adults with one or more missing or failing teeth are potential candidates for dental implants. Good candidates generally have sufficient jawbone density, healthy gum tissue, and no uncontrolled systemic conditions affecting healing. Patients with bone loss may still qualify, particularly for All-on-4 implants. The best way to determine candidacy is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Porter.
The implant process typically unfolds in several stages: a comprehensive consultation with digital imaging, any necessary preparatory work such as tooth extraction or bone grafting handled in-house, surgical placement of the titanium post, a healing period during which the implant fuses with the bone, and finally the attachment of a custom crown or prosthetic restoration.
Most patients return to normal activities within a few days of implant placement. Initial soreness and swelling are common in the first 48 to 72 hours and resolve quickly. Full biological healing takes several weeks to months. We provide detailed post-procedure instructions and follow up throughout recovery. Sedation options are available for anxious patients.
Yes. We welcome out-of-network patients and do not require dental insurance to schedule treatment. Our team reviews your benefits before treatment begins to maximize coverage. For patients who need flexibility, we offer financing through CareCredit and Cherry Financing. We also offer a Premier Dental Savings Program as an alternative to traditional insurance.
We offer a full range of implant solutions including single dental implants, implant-supported bridges, implant-retained dentures, and All-on-4 dental implants. All-on-4 is well suited for patients who have lost most or all of their teeth and want a fixed, non-removable solution. Every treatment plan is tailored to your anatomy and goals.
Dr. Edwin Porter holds the DICOI Diplomate credential and is a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry. He has placed and restored implants in-house for over 20 years and serves as Visiting Faculty at CEREC Doctors. Charlotte Dental Arts has been recognized as a Top Dentist practice for over 20 consecutive years. We welcome out-of-network patients, offer flexible financing, and do not require referrals.

Choose Charlotte Dental Arts for Dental Implants and Cosmetic Dentistry in Mint Hill, NC

Charlotte Dental Arts has earned recognition as a Top Dentist practice in Charlotte Magazine for over 20 years, a distinction that reflects the level of care patients experience from the moment they walk through our doors. Dr. Porter’s DICOI and FAGD credentials, combined with our fully in-house implant process, mean Mint Hill patients never need to be referred to an outside specialist. No referral is needed to schedule your consultation, and we welcome out-of-network patients.

Not sure how implants compare to dentures or bridges? Our dental implants vs. dentures vs. bridges comparison guide covers cost, longevity, and maintenance for each option. For pricing specifics, see our dental implant cost guide for Charlotte, NC. Contact us to get started.

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