Our founding idea
Fear-Less Dentistry
About half of all Americans dread going to the dentist. This practice was built for that half: anxious patients, patients with sensitive teeth, and patients who have stayed away for years.
The comfort menu
None of this is a special request here. It is how every appointment is planned.
Tell us once
Say dental visits are hard for you and the whole appointment is planned around that. You never have to explain it twice.
A stop signal, always
We agree on a signal before we begin. Raising your hand pauses everything, every time.
Numbing, unhurried
Trouble getting numb before? Extra time is budgeted so nothing is ever rushed.
Explain or distract
Some patients relax when every step is narrated. Others prefer quiet and a distraction. Both are fine; tell us which one you are.
Sedation when needed
Dr. Balaban is a DOCS member, so comfort options scale up to meet real anxiety, reviewed with you before anything is scheduled.
Years away? Welcome back
Patients returning after a long gap are our most common new arrivals. No lectures about the past, ever.
What patients say
4.9★ 148 Google reviews
“I live about 30 minutes away but continue going here because they are so awesome! Highly recommend.”
“Very kind and warm staff! They make you feel very comfortable and calm. The office itself is very charming and clean! Everyone here is top notch!”
“I recently visited for a root canal and cavity treatment. The service was excellent, and Dr. Alex and the staff were incredibly friendly and professional. They made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process. I highly recommend this place for anyone in need of dental care!”
“Best dentist I have ever been to in my 59 years. Literally pain free. Didn't even feel the novicaine needle. Highly recommend.”
“Thank you very much for your work it was the most painless dentist visit I have ever had, can't wait to get the rest of the work done .”
“We moved to Florida 3 years ago but still head back to Carmel for dental treatment and cleanings every June because you don't change the best for an unknown. We actually look forward to visiting this professional, caring practice.”
“Sleep dentistry is the best! and the only reason I am able to get needed dental work done. I have EXTREMELY sensitive teeth, and he's the first dentist who actually BELIEVES me when I tell him any touch of metal to my teeth HURTS.”
Ready when you are