Anderson is about 35 to 45 minutes from our Carmel office, depending on I-69 traffic. That is a real drive. The Anderson patients who come to us are usually choosing it deliberately, after looking at closer cosmetic options first and deciding they want a Kois Center-trained provider doing the planning. This page is for that audience.
Why Anderson Patients Drive to SmileCentric
There are competent cosmetic dentists in Anderson, and for many cosmetic concerns a closer practice is the right call. The patients who drive to us are typically working on something more involved: a smile makeover that has been postponed, veneer cases where they want a planning-first approach, or restorative work that has cosmetic implications and needs to be done by someone who treats the front teeth as design work.
We respect your time. For Anderson patients we sequence treatment to minimize the number of round trips. Where possible, consult and impressions happen on one visit, and we coordinate longer appointments instead of breaking treatment into many short ones. If a closer practice can do the work well, we will say so.
Meet Dr. Louis Abukhalaf, Kois Center-Trained Cosmetic Dentist
Dr. Louis Abukhalaf leads the cosmetic team. He earned his undergraduate degree in chemistry and biochemistry summa cum laude at Loyola University Chicago, graduated magna cum laude from Marquette University School of Dentistry, and completed post-graduate training at the Kois Center, one of the most widely respected programs in the country for advanced cosmetic and restorative dentistry.
For an Anderson patient making a 35-to-45-minute drive, the Kois background is the credential that justifies the trip. The program teaches a planning-first approach: photos, scans, smile previews, and treatment plans drawn before any tooth is prepared. That is the work most cosmetic patients want and that fewer practices actually deliver.
"Patients drive to us when they want the planning to be the longest part of the case. That is what we do; the actual treatment is the easy part once the design is right."
- Dr. Louis Abukhalaf
Our Cosmetic Dentistry Services
All cosmetic services are offered in our Carmel office. Each has a dedicated page; the summaries below cover what most Anderson patients want to know first.
Teeth Whitening
In-office whitening for a single-session result and take-home trays for a gradual change. Both use professional-grade gels stronger and safer than over-the-counter alternatives.
Porcelain Veneers
Custom porcelain shells bonded to the front of the teeth to correct color, shape, alignment, and small gaps. Every veneer case begins with a digital smile preview.
Cosmetic Bonding
Tooth-colored composite resin shaped directly on the tooth, usually in one visit. The conservative answer for chips, small gaps, and uneven edges.
Dental Crowns and Bridges
Ceramic crowns rebuild teeth that are cracked, worn, or weakened. Bridges replace missing teeth by anchoring to teeth on either side.
Smile Makeovers
Coordinated multi-treatment plans. For Anderson patients, smile makeover visits are typically blocked into longer back-to-back appointments to minimize round trips.
Invisalign Clear Aligners
Clear, removable trays that move teeth into position. Aligner check-ins are short and can sometimes be handled with virtual review for patients commuting from a distance; ask at your consultation.
Where Are We?
Getting to Our Carmel Office From Anderson
We are at 14560 River Road, Suite 105, Carmel, IN 46033. From downtown Anderson the route is south on I-69 to the 146th Street exit, then west to River Road. The drive runs about 35 to 45 minutes outside of rush hour, longer during morning and evening peak. Plan accordingly.
To accommodate Anderson patients, we routinely block longer single-day appointments and offer early morning and evening slots. If you are coming for a multi-step treatment, ask the front desk to consolidate the visits when you book.
What to Expect at Your Cosmetic Consultation
A first visit takes about an hour. We discuss what you want to change about your smile, take digital photos and intraoral scans, capture X-rays, and add a 3D cone beam scan for complex planning. You leave with a written treatment plan, a smile preview when applicable, transparent pricing, and a timeline.
For Anderson patients specifically, we try to get as much of the diagnostic work done in the first visit as possible, so subsequent appointments can be focused on actual treatment rather than additional measurements.
Insurance, Financing, and New Patient Specials
In-network with major PPO insurance plans; we file claims for you. Cosmetic dentistry is rarely covered by insurance and we are upfront about that in planning. The Membership Discount Plan provides preventive coverage plus a meaningful discount on cosmetic work for patients without insurance. Monthly financing is available.
New patient specials: $59 complete exam with X-rays, $49 healthy mouth cleaning, and a free dental implant consultation.
Cosmetic Dentist in Anderson, IN Office Tour
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Dental Implants Provider
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the drive from Anderson to your office?
About 35 to 45 minutes via I-69 south to 146th Street, then west to River Road. Rush hour can add 15 to 25 minutes; it is a real drive.
Can you consolidate my cosmetic visits so I am not driving down repeatedly?
Yes. For Anderson patients, we routinely block longer back-to-back appointments rather than spreading short visits across many trips. Mention the drive when you book and the front desk will coordinate.
Is there a closer cosmetic dentist I should consider first?
There are general and cosmetic dentists in Anderson and along the I-69 corridor. For straightforward whitening or single-tooth bonding, a closer practice may be more convenient. Patients drive to us for cases where the planning matters more than the convenience: veneer cases, smile makeovers, and complex restorative work with cosmetic implications.
Do you offer remote check-ins for Invisalign or follow-ups?
For Invisalign progress checks, we can sometimes review photos remotely between in-person visits. Tell us at the consult if remote check-ins would help reduce trips.
Schedule Your Anderson Cosmetic Consultation
Call (317) 567-5584 or use the booking link. Office hours are Monday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mention you are coming from Anderson; we will block the time accordingly.
Carmel New Patient Dental Specials
New Patient Exams
$59
No insurance? We offer a $59 Comprehensive New Patient Exam and X-Rays.
New patients only.
Cannot be combined with insurance.
New Patient Healthy Mouth Cleaning
$49
No insurance? We offer a $49 New Patient Exam Healthy Mouth Cleaning and Polishing.
New patients only. Cannot be combined with insurance. Includes a Healthy Mouth Cleaning in the absence of periodontal disease.
Dental Implant Consultation
FREE
No insurance? We offer a FREE Dental Implants Consultation
We offer multiple implant options to replace missing teeth.
Click here to learn more about our dental implant consultations.
Our Carmel Dental Practice Location
Office Hours:
Monday: 10 am – 7 pm
Tuesday: 9 am – 5 pm
Wednesday: 9 am-5 pm
Thursday: 8 am-5 pm
Friday: 8 am-1 pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday Closed