Cosmetic Dentistry · Raleigh, NC

Cosmetic Dentistry in Raleigh

22 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 22 dental clinics offering cosmetic dentistry in Raleigh, NC, ranked by Google review volume so you can start with the most established options and contact them directly. The most-reviewed is Raleigh Dental (5★, 328 Google reviews).

Typical pricing in Raleigh

Typical Raleigh pricing: a single implant (implant, abutment and crown) usually runs $2,900-$6,200, porcelain veneers about $1,000-$2,200 per tooth, and Invisalign about $3,500-$6,800. Cary and North Hills anchor the premium end.

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

Top cosmetic dentistry clinics in Raleigh

FAQ

Cosmetic Dentistry in Raleigh - common questions

How many clinics offer cosmetic dentistry in Raleigh? +

Tooth Compass lists 22 dental clinics offering cosmetic dentistry in Raleigh, NC, ranked by Google review volume.

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

By Google review volume, Raleigh Dental is the most-reviewed cosmetic dentistry clinic in Raleigh (5★, 328 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 Raleigh? +

A single dental implant (implant, abutment and crown) in Raleigh typically runs $2,900-$6,200. 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 I get cheaper implants at the UNC dental school? +

Yes - the UNC Adams School of Dentistry in Chapel Hill treats patients at roughly 30-50% below private rates under faculty supervision, including implant cases. It is a 30-40 minute drive from Raleigh and timelines run longer, but for flexible patients it is the best value in the Triangle.

How do I choose an implant dentist in Raleigh? +

Verify a periodontist, prosthodontist or oral surgeon handles placement, expect CT/3D imaging, and get an itemized quote. The Triangle has many newly opened practices - review volume below helps separate established clinics from recent arrivals.

Which Raleigh areas have the most dental clinics? +

North Hills and Cameron Village lead in the city, with dense suburban clusters in Cary, Apex, Wake Forest and Brier Creek. The ranked list below covers the eastern Triangle by review volume and rating.

Cosmetic Dentistry in Raleigh

Top cosmetic dentistry clinics in Raleigh

Raleigh Dental

R. Matthew Bereman DDS PA, Sara A Ducatte DMD

Karen Y. Petty, DDS, PA

Wake Smiles

Wakefield Dental Care Magno Gerard R DDS

Garden Gate Dental Tyson J Roe DDS

Dr Peter G Lim DDS

Sheaffer J Christian DDS

Urvi Ravindran, DDS

Wakefield Family Dentistry - Dr. Jennifer Le, AADSM, CPCC

Gover and Gover Dentistry

Edward S. Bailey, DDS

Dr. Michael S. DesRosiers, DDS, PA

Pyle James L DDS

Schaaf Thomas J DDS

Liberty Dental

Dr. John C. Sheaffer, DDS

Dr. Bobby C. Raynor, DDS

Gabriel Fritz

Upton Gerald W DDS

Timothy M. Grinder, DDS

Dr. Christopher S. Mooring, DDS

Cosmetic Dentistry in Raleigh - common questions