Great Expressions Dental Centers

Great Expressions Dental Centers (GEDC) is a prominent and expansive network of dental care providers, with a history dating back to 1975 when the first practice was formed in Dearborn, Michigan, and officially founded in 1982. Headquartered in Southfield, MI, GEDC operates numerous dental offices across multiple states, including the location in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. As a large-scale dental organization, it falls under the "clinic" type rather than an individual practice, providing a structured environment where dentists have clinical autonomy without the full administrative burdens of private practice ownership. GEDC prides itself on being a full-service dental provider, offering a wide array of services that cater to the diverse needs of families. These services encompass general dentistry (such as routine exams, cleanings, and fillings), emergency dental care, preventative care, cosmetic dentistry (including teeth whitening), orthodontics (braces and clear aligners), endodontics (root canals), periodontics (gum disease treatment), oral and maxillofacial surgery (extractions and implant placement), and dental implants. Their approach emphasizes providing comprehensive and clinically distinctive care, aiming to help patients achieve and maintain healthy, beautiful smiles. The organization is committed to patient-centered care, striving for high customer satisfaction through a welcoming and comfortable environment, open communication, and continuous improvement based on patient feedback. They utilize state-of-the-art techniques and advanced equipment, and their doctors and team members work collaboratively to develop personalized treatment plans. Great Expressions also offers various financial options, including accepting most insurance providers (PPO and DHMO programs), cash payments, and their own "Smile Protection Plan" which is an affordable alternative to dental insurance, offering discounts on treatments. Great Expressions Dental Centers also prioritizes a strong internal culture, guided by values such as being driven, ethical, compassionate, inclusive, service-oriented, collaborative, and accountable. They have a National Doctor Panel comprised of industry-leading doctors who oversee, train, and educate their dental professionals, ensuring high standards in clinical protocols, sterilization, materials, quality assurance, and patient experience across all locations.