Cosmetic Dentistry · Durham, NC

Cosmetic Dentistry in Durham

26 clinics · ranked by rating & reviews · updated 2026

Cosmetic dentistry covers the treatments people book to change how their smile looks - veneers, teeth whitening, bonding, smile makeovers and tooth-colored crowns. Most practices in this directory offer several of these under one roof, which matters because bigger smile plans are usually quoted as a package rather than per menu item. When comparing clinics, look at how they present their work: before-and-after galleries of their own patients, clear per-tooth or per-treatment pricing, and a consultation that ends with a written quote. Google review volume is a useful first filter - established cosmetic practices tend to have long review histories. Confirm treatment options and pricing at a consultation with a licensed dentist.

Below are 26 dental clinics offering cosmetic dentistry in Durham, NC, ranked by Google review volume so you can start with the most established options and contact them directly. The most-reviewed is Lohr Charles J DDS (5★, 334 Google reviews).

Typical pricing in Durham

Typical Durham pricing: a single implant (implant, abutment and crown) usually runs $2,800-$6,000, porcelain veneers about $1,000-$2,200 per tooth, and Invisalign about $3,500-$6,800. Chapel Hill and Southpoint anchor the premium end.

See our full guide to dental clinics in Durham for local pricing and how to choose.

Top cosmetic dentistry clinics in Durham

FAQ

Cosmetic Dentistry in Durham - common questions

How many clinics offer cosmetic dentistry in Durham? +

Tooth Compass lists 26 dental clinics offering cosmetic dentistry in Durham, NC, ranked by Google review volume.

Who has the best-rated cosmetic dentistry in Durham? +

By Google review volume, Lohr Charles J DDS is the most-reviewed cosmetic dentistry clinic in Durham (5★, 334 reviews). Rankings follow review count, not paid placement.

How much does cosmetic dentistry cost? +

It depends on the treatment mix: in-office whitening typically runs $300-800, porcelain veneers about $900-2,500 per tooth, and crowns $800-2,500 each. Multi-treatment smile makeovers are usually priced as a package. Ask for an itemized written quote at a consultation with a licensed dentist.

How do I choose a cosmetic dentist? +

Look at before-and-after photos of the practice's own patients, Google review volume and rating, and whether the office provides a written treatment plan with itemized pricing. Comparing quotes from two or three consultations is normal and worth the time.

Does dental insurance cover cosmetic dentistry? +

Most plans treat purely cosmetic work such as whitening or veneers as elective and don't cover it, though restorative parts of a plan (like crowns) may be partially covered. Many practices offer financing or payment plans - ask what the office accepts when you book a consultation.

How much do dental implants cost in Durham? +

A single dental implant (implant, abutment and crown) in Durham typically runs $2,800-$6,000. Full-arch All-on-4 treatment usually starts around $15,000-$17,000 per arch. These are typical ranges, not quotes - confirm your itemized total at a consultation.

Can Durham patients use the UNC dental school in Chapel Hill? +

Yes - the UNC Adams School of Dentistry is 15-20 minutes away and treats patients at roughly 30-50% below private rates under faculty supervision, including implants. It is the Triangle's best-value option for patients with schedule flexibility.

How do I choose an implant dentist in Durham? +

Verify a periodontist, prosthodontist or oral surgeon performs placement, expect CT/3D imaging, and compare itemized quotes across the Triangle - Durham, Chapel Hill and west Raleigh offices genuinely compete for the same patients.

Which Durham areas have the most dental clinics? +

Southpoint and Ninth Street/Duke area lead, with strong coverage in Brier Creek, Hope Valley and neighboring Chapel Hill. The ranked list below covers the western Triangle by reviews.

Cosmetic Dentistry in Durham

Top cosmetic dentistry clinics in Durham

Lohr Charles J DDS

Will fam

Trophy Smiles of Durham

Durham Dentistry

Lionel M Nelson, DMD, P.A.

Cherry Michael R DDS

Dr. Thomas A. Leech, DDS

Dentistry at the Park

Cecil Jeffrey R DDS

Dr. Edward J. Clemons Jr, DDS

Dr. Adam D. Serlo, DMD

Allison Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

A New Reason to Smile

Donner, Scott M DDS

Dr. Velma E. Cooper DMD PA

Chuanwen Sun

Belvett Gail P DDS

Modern Gentle Dentistry

Robinson, Todd DDS

Dr. Debra M. Schardt-Sacco, DMD

Dr. Deepika Verma

Nelson Dentistry

Lloyd Danny K DDS

Dr. Tracy J. Waters, DDS

William Jae Lee DDS, III PA -Family Dentistry

Frost David DDS

Cosmetic Dentistry in Durham - common questions