Fortville is a small town that takes care of its own. People know each other on Main Street, neighbors recommend the doctors and barbers and dentists they actually trust, and word travels fast when a local business does good work. SmileCentric has built a quiet but steady following from Hancock County by being the kind of cosmetic dental office that earns those recommendations: clear pricing, careful work, and a provider who stays in the room with you instead of handing you off.
Why Fortville Patients Choose SmileCentric
Most Fortville residents who want cosmetic dentistry have a short list of needs that sound simple but are easy to get wrong: even tooth color, straight front teeth that match each other, a smile that looks like theirs and not someone else's. The patients who drive to Carmel from Fortville generally tell us they tried something closer first and were not happy with the result. They wanted someone who would slow down on the planning and show them the smile before they committed to the treatment.
That is the work we do. Every cosmetic case starts with photos, digital impressions, and a smile preview that you can see and respond to before any tooth is touched. If something looks wrong on the screen, we change it on the screen. Nothing is rushed.
Meet Dr. Louis Abukhalaf, Kois Center-Trained Cosmetic Dentist
Dr. Louis Abukhalaf leads the cosmetic team at SmileCentric. He earned his undergraduate degree in chemistry and biochemistry from Loyola University Chicago, graduating summa cum laude, and went on to graduate magna cum laude from Marquette University School of Dentistry. After dental school, he completed post-graduate training at the Kois Center, one of the most respected programs in the country for advanced restorative and aesthetic dentistry.
What that training shapes, in practical terms, is how he plans cases. The Kois approach evaluates how the front teeth show in the face, how they relate to the lips and the gum line, and how the bite functions over years of normal wear. For a cosmetic patient, the difference is felt in the result: veneers that look like teeth instead of tiles, bonding that does not chip, a smile makeover that holds up.
"My job is to listen first and design second. The smile I see in your photos and the smile you want to see in the mirror are usually two different things, and the planning is what bridges them."
- Dr. Louis Abukhalaf
Our Cosmetic Dentistry Services
SmileCentric handles the full range of cosmetic dental work in one office. Each service has its own dedicated page if you want the full breakdown; the summaries below are what most Fortville patients want to know first.
Teeth Whitening
In-office and take-home whitening are both available. In-office is the right choice when you have a date or event coming up; take-home is gentler and gives you more control over how white you go. Both options use professional-grade peroxide gels that are stronger and safer than what is sold in stores. Most patients see a noticeable change after the first session.
Porcelain Veneers
Veneers are thin custom shells of porcelain bonded to the front of your teeth. They correct color, shape, alignment, and small gaps in one treatment. The planning matters more than the placement: we use digital smile design and a wax-up preview so you see the new smile in 3D before any tooth is prepared.
Cosmetic Bonding
Bonding is the conservative option for chips, small gaps, and uneven edges. It uses tooth-colored composite resin shaped directly on the tooth, usually in one visit. Bonding is a good first step for patients who want a noticeable improvement without the cost or commitment of veneers.
Dental Crowns and Bridges
Crowns rebuild a tooth that has been cracked, heavily worn, or weakened by a large filling. Bridges replace one or more missing teeth by anchoring to the teeth on either side. Both are made from modern ceramics that match the color and translucency of natural enamel.
Smile Makeovers
A smile makeover combines two or more cosmetic treatments into a single coordinated plan: whitening to set the base shade, veneers or bonding to adjust shape and alignment, and crowns or implants if a tooth is missing or damaged. The plan is sequenced to minimize chair time and avoid redoing work.
Invisalign Clear Aligners
Invisalign uses a series of clear, removable trays to move your teeth. Most adult patients are surprised at how quickly the front teeth respond. Invisalign is often paired with whitening at the end of treatment, since the trays double as bleaching trays during the final weeks.
Where Are We?
Getting to Our Carmel Office From Fortville
We are at 14560 River Road, Suite 105, Carmel, IN 46033. From downtown Fortville the route is straightforward: take SR-238 west to I-69, drive south to the 116th Street exit, then west on 116th to River Road. Most patients arrive in about 25 minutes outside of rush hour.
We offer early morning and evening appointments to accommodate the commute. If you are driving from Fortville for a longer cosmetic appointment such as veneer prep or a smile makeover sequence, ask about scheduling a consolidated visit so you make the trip as few times as possible.
What to Expect at Your Cosmetic Consultation
Your first cosmetic visit takes about an hour. We start with a conversation about what you want to change and what you do not want to change about your smile. We take digital photos, intraoral scans for digital impressions, and standard X-rays. For complex cases such as full smile makeovers, we may also take a 3D cone beam scan to evaluate the underlying bone and tooth roots.
You leave the consult with a written treatment plan, a digital smile preview when applicable, a clear price for each phase of work, and a timeline. Nothing is committed to until you have seen the plan and asked your questions.
Insurance, Financing, and New Patient Specials
SmileCentric is in-network with major PPO insurance plans and we file claims on your behalf. Cosmetic dentistry is rarely covered by insurance because it is elective; we are upfront about that during planning so there are no surprises. For patients without insurance, ask about the Membership Discount Plan, which covers preventive visits and provides a meaningful discount on cosmetic work. Financing is available with monthly payment options through our partner lenders.
New patient specials currently include a $59 complete new patient exam with X-rays, a $49 healthy mouth cleaning, and a free dental implant consultation for patients exploring tooth replacement options.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the drive from Fortville to your office?
About 25 minutes via I-69 south to the 116th Street exit, then west to River Road. Plan an extra 10 to 15 minutes during morning and evening rush.
Do I have to make multiple trips for veneers or a smile makeover?
For Fortville patients, we sequence visits to minimize the number of round trips. Veneer cases generally require two longer visits (prep and seating); we can usually schedule them back-to-back rather than spread across a month.
Can I see what my new smile will look like before I commit?
Yes. Every cosmetic case includes a digital smile preview and, for veneer and full-mouth cases, a wax-up or mock-up that lets you see the new shape in your own mouth before any final work is done.
How much does cosmetic dentistry cost?
Costs vary widely depending on the service. Whitening starts in the low hundreds; bonding is typically a few hundred per tooth; porcelain veneers are priced per tooth and depend on the case. We provide a written estimate at the consultation, not a verbal range over the phone.
Schedule Your Fortville Cosmetic Consultation
Call (317) 567-5584 or use the booking link to schedule. If you are visiting from Fortville and want to see the office before the consult, we are happy to arrange a brief office tour at the start of the appointment. 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.
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