Robotic-guided implant placement, full-arch solutions, and same-practice planning, restoration, and follow-up. Located right on River Road in Carmel.
Implant Care for Your Neighborhood, Right Off River Road
If you live in 46033, SmileCentric is your local implant practice. The office is at 14560 River Rd, Suite 105, on the east side of Carmel just south of 146th Street. We are reachable in under 15 minutes from any neighborhood in the ZIP code, and many of our patients pass the office every week without realizing it sits behind the row of professional buildings on River Rd.
We focus on dental implants as a core service, not a side line. That means single-tooth implants, implant-supported bridges, snap-in dentures, full-arch All-On-4 reconstructions, and zygomatic implants for patients with major upper-jaw bone loss are all handled in this office. Imaging, surgical planning, implant placement, and the final restoration all happen here, with the same team, in the same chair.
Our approach is direct: we tell you which implant solutions fit your case, what they cost, and what the timeline looks like. No upsell, no pressure, no surprise.
The Implant Dentist Behind Your Treatment
Dr. Louis Abukhalaf is the implant dentist at SmileCentric. His path into implant dentistry started with an undergraduate degree in chemistry and biochemistry from Loyola University Chicago, where he graduated summa cum laude, followed by Marquette University School of Dentistry where he graduated magna cum laude.
After dental school, he completed advanced training at two of the most respected post-graduate institutions in the field: the Misch Implant Institute and the Kois Center. Misch is one of the most established implant training programs in the world; the Kois Center focuses on advanced restorative and aesthetic dentistry, which matters because an implant has to function clinically and look right when you smile. The combination of those two programs is uncommon in central Indiana.
"Patients in 46033 know my office because they drive past it. What I want them to know is that the implant work happening inside is built on the same standard you would find at the larger academic centers — only it is around the corner from your house." — Dr. Louis Abukhalaf
Why 46033 Patients Choose Robotic-Guided Implants With Yomi
Yomi is the only FDA-cleared robotic-assisted system for dental implant surgery in the United States, and SmileCentric is one of the few practices in central Indiana that uses it. For 46033 residents, this is the differentiator that often makes the drive to a downtown Indianapolis specialist unnecessary.
Here is what Yomi changes about implant surgery. Traditional implant placement relies on a static surgical guide printed from your CBCT scan. Yomi uses real-time tracking during the procedure itself, comparing the actual position of the drill against the surgical plan and providing tactile and visual feedback to keep the placement on target. The result is implant placement that follows the original plan more closely, which matters because the long-term success of an implant is tied to its position.
Yomi is not a replacement for the dentist; it is a tool the dentist uses. Dr. Abukhalaf still plans the case, evaluates the bone, and decides which implant goes where. Yomi simply removes some of the variables that can shift placement during the procedure.
Implant Options Available at SmileCentric
Implant solutions are not one-size-fits-all. The implant or implant-supported restoration that is right for you depends on how many teeth are missing, how much bone you have, what your bite looks like, and what you actually want to be able to do with your teeth (eat steak again, fix the front of your smile, finally have dentures that do not click). Below are the main options we offer at SmileCentric.
Single Tooth Implants
If you are missing one tooth, a single implant topped with a custom crown fills the gap and protects the bone underneath. The crown is shade-matched to your existing teeth, so the result looks like a tooth that simply belongs there. Single implants also keep neighboring teeth from drifting into the empty space, which is the silent damage missing teeth cause over time.
Implant-Supported Bridges for Multiple Missing Teeth
When several teeth are missing in a row, two implants can support a fixed bridge of three or more replacement teeth. Unlike a traditional bridge, you do not need to grind down healthy teeth on either side of the gap to use them as anchors. The implants do that work, which keeps the rest of your smile intact.
Implant-Supported Dentures (Snap-In Dentures)
Snap-in dentures clip onto two to four implants per arch. They give you the price point of dentures with most of the stability of fixed teeth. You can take them out at night for cleaning, but they do not slip or click during meals the way conventional dentures do.
All-On-4 Full-Arch Implants
All-On-4 uses four implants per arch to support a full set of fixed teeth. For most patients, this avoids bone grafting and shortens the overall timeline. Eligible cases can leave with a temporary set of teeth on the same day as surgery, then return for the final fixed prosthesis after healing.
Zygomatic Implants for Severe Bone Loss
If years without teeth have caused major bone loss in the upper jaw, traditional implants may not have enough bone to anchor into. Zygomatic implants are longer implants that anchor into the cheekbone (zygoma) instead. They make full-arch restoration possible for patients who were previously told they were not implant candidates.
Why SmileCentric Works for 46033 Residents
The biggest reason patients in 46033 stay with our practice is convenience plus continuity. Imaging, planning, surgery, and the final restoration all happen at the same office with the same team. You are not bouncing between an oral surgeon for the implant, a periodontist for the bone graft, and a general dentist for the crown.
We are also in-network with major PPO insurance plans, which keeps the financial side predictable for most patients. For implant treatment that exceeds insurance limits, we offer
How 46033 Residents Get to Our Office
Our address is 14560 River Rd, Suite 105, Carmel, IN 46033. The office is on the east side of Carmel, between 146th Street and 131st Street, just east of Hazel Dell Parkway. From most 46033 neighborhoods, the drive is between 5 and 15 minutes.
If you live near the Monon Trail or the Carmel Arts & Design District, take Range Line Road north to 146th Street, then head east to River Road. From the West Carmel side near US-31, take 146th Street east; the route is direct. From neighborhoods north of 146th, take Hazel Dell Parkway south or River Road south. From Clay Terrace or Carmel City Center, allow about 10 to 12 minutes off-peak.
Parking is free in front of the building. The office entrance is ground level and accessible. If you are taking the Monon Trail and want to combine your visit with a walk or coffee, the trail crosses 146th Street about a mile west of the office.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Implants in 46033
Where exactly is SmileCentric within the 46033 ZIP code?
The office is at 14560 River Rd, Suite 105, on the east side of Carmel just south of 146th Street. River Road runs parallel to Hazel Dell Parkway. From most addresses inside 46033, the drive is under 15 minutes off-peak.
Who will be placing my implants?
Dr. Louis Abukhalaf places implants in this office. He is a Misch Implant Institute and Kois Center graduate, magna cum laude graduate of Marquette Dental School, and summa cum laude graduate of Loyola University Chicago. He performs the surgical placement and the final restoration so you are not handed off between providers.
Is Yomi robotic-guided implant surgery safe?
Yomi is FDA-cleared for dental implant surgery in the United States. It is a guidance and tracking system, not an autonomous robot. The dentist still controls the procedure; Yomi provides real-time feedback to support more accurate placement against the pre-surgical plan.
How long does the full implant process take?
For a single-tooth implant, the typical timeline is 3 to 6 months from placement to final crown, allowing for healing and integration with the bone. For full-arch All-On-4 cases, eligible patients can leave the day of surgery with a temporary set of teeth, with the final fixed prosthesis delivered after healing. Your timeline depends on bone health, healing speed, and the type of restoration.
Will my insurance cover dental implants?
Coverage varies. Some PPO plans cover a portion of the implant fixture, the abutment, or the crown; others exclude implants entirely but cover restorative work that follows. SmileCentric is in-network with major PPO plans and will provide a written estimate of your out-of-pocket cost before treatment begins. Financing is available for the balance.
Do you treat patients who were told elsewhere that they are not implant candidates?
Often, yes. Severe bone loss in the upper jaw used to be a hard "no" for implants, but zygomatic implants and grafting techniques have changed that. We recommend a consultation with a CBCT scan before assuming any case is too complex; many patients who were turned away from other practices receive a path forward at SmileCentric.
Schedule Your Free Implant Consultation
If you live in 46033 and you have been thinking about dental implants, the easiest next step is a free implant consultation. We will examine your mouth, talk through which solutions match your case, and give you a clear estimate of cost and timeline. No pressure, no commitment to proceed.
Call (317) 567-5584 or use the online booking form to schedule.
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
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We offer multiple implant options to replace missing teeth.
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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