Implants and Cosmetic Dentistry for Raintree and South Charlotte
Raintree sits in south Charlotte between Ballantyne and Matthews, and our office at 3135 Springbank Lane, Suite 150 (28226) is in south Charlotte too. Traffic on the main roads varies through the day, so give yourself some extra time on appointment mornings.
Dr. Edwin Porter and his team handle implants, cosmetic work and sedation in one place, backed by an in-house lab, 3D cone beam imaging and digital impressions. Consultations are complimentary, and out-of-network patients are welcome.
Implant Treatments Available to Raintree Patients
A single missing tooth can be replaced without cutting down healthy teeth on either side. The implant takes the place of the root, and a crown colored to match your smile is attached once the area has healed.
It is also the option that helps keep the jawbone in that spot from thinning out.
An implant-supported denture attaches to a few implants instead of resting on the gums, so it does not slide when you talk or eat. If you are tired of adhesives and worrying about movement, this is the upgrade to ask about.
The implants also keep the bone active, which a conventional denture cannot do.
All-on-4 uses four implants in a full arch to hold a complete, fixed set of teeth. Tilting the rear implants lets us make use of the bone already there, and a functional set of teeth is often possible the same day.
Planning is digital, and the work is done at our own office.
We offer three kinds of sedation: nitrous oxide for a light, short-acting effect, plus oral and IV sedation for deeper relaxation during longer or more involved visits.
Oral and IV sedation both require a ride home afterward.
$500 Of Dental Treatment
Cosmetic Treatments for Raintree Smiles
Surface stains from coffee, tea and red wine build up gradually. Our professional teeth whitening is done at the office with professional-strength material that works on stains within the enamel as well as on top of it.
It lightens natural tooth structure only, so existing fillings and crowns will not change color.
Crowding, gaps and some bite problems can often be corrected with Invisalign® clear aligners, a series of custom trays that you swap out as your teeth move.
They come out for meals and cleaning, which makes it easier to keep up your usual brushing and flossing. Dr. Porter is recognized as a top Invisalign provider in his area.
If chips, gaps, uneven edges or discoloration bother you, dental veneers offer a way to reshape how your teeth look.
Each veneer is a thin layer of porcelain made for the tooth it covers, and the shade can be matched to the rest of your smile.
When a tooth is cracked, heavily filled or missing, a crown or bridge can bring back the ability to bite and chew comfortably.
Our CEREC system lets us design and make single crowns at the office, often within one visit, and digital impressions replace the putty trays many people dislike.
Planning Care Around What You Need
Some visitors come in for a missing tooth, others want a brighter or straighter smile, and some want both. Our team can combine single dental implants, implant dentures, veneers, crowns and bridges into one plan.
Digital impressions and implant planning help us map out each step before treatment starts, which keeps visits focused and predictable.
Dr. Edwin Porter
Dr. Edwin Porter, DDS, FAGD, DICOI, leads implant and cosmetic care at Charlotte Dental Arts. He is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry, a Diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and a recognized Top Dentist in Charlotte.
He is also a top Invisalign provider in his area, and he sees patients for complimentary consultations.
Full-Arch Replacement With All-on-4
If most of your upper or lower teeth are gone or failing, everyday tasks like eating and speaking get harder, and the jawbone gradually loses volume. Replacing the whole arch on All-On-4 dental implants restores a fixed set of teeth supported by four posts.
We use 3D cone beam scans and in-house digital planning to design the case, and your consultation will establish whether this approach fits your bone and health.
Raintree Patient Questions, Answered
Both are in south Charlotte. Our office is at 3135 Springbank Lane, Suite 150, Charlotte, NC 28226. The trip depends on where you start and how traffic is moving, so allow extra time and use the directions on this page.
Yes, consultations are complimentary, and we welcome out-of-network patients. We can help you understand what your plan may cover before you commit to anything.
Financing is available through CareCredit, Cherry and Proceed, and our Premier Dental Savings Program is designed for patients who do not have insurance. Ask our team to walk you through the choices.
Over time, nearby teeth can lean into the gap, the bite can change and the bone in that area can shrink. Gum problems can also become harder to manage, which is why many people look at replacement sooner rather than later.
It depends on how many teeth are missing and how much healthy bone you have. A single implant covers one tooth, implant-supported bridges or dentures cover several, and All-On-4 replaces a whole arch. Your exam and 3D scan point to the right one.
Often it can be, because the implants are placed at angles to use the bone that remains. We confirm with imaging at your consultation instead of guessing.
Veneers are bonded porcelain shells and usually need some enamel shaped away first. Lumineers are thinner and may need little to none, though they are not right for every case. Dr. Porter will explain which makes sense for your teeth.
Adults and teens with healthy teeth and gums who want to correct crowding, gaps or bite issues are typical candidates. A quick exam and digital scan will show whether clear aligners can do the job for you.
Comfort Options for Nervous Patients
Fear of the dentist leads many people to put off treatment they need. To help, we offer sedation dentistry in three forms: nitrous oxide, oral sedation and IV sedation.
Which one is right depends on your anxiety and the procedure. Oral or IV sedation means arranging a driver for the trip home. We will go over it all before your appointment.
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