Great Expressions Dental Centers

Great Expressions Dental Centers (GEDC) is a well-established and expansive network of dental care providers, founded in 1982. Headquartered in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, GEDC operates as a Dental Support Organization (DSO), offering comprehensive administrative and business support to its affiliated dental practices. This model allows dental professionals to prioritize patient care by managing non-clinical aspects such as human resources, marketing, IT, and procurement. GEDC has grown to be one of the largest privately owned dental support organizations in the United States, with over 290 practices across ten states, including Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Texas, and Virginia. Their mission is to provide access to affordable dental care without compromising on quality or convenience. The range of dental services offered by Great Expressions Dental Centers is extensive, catering to both adult and pediatric patients. These services include: General Dentistry: Routine check-ups, cleanings, X-rays, fillings (composite, gold, porcelain, silver amalgam), fluoride treatments, and oral cancer screenings. Preventative Care: Emphasizing oral hygiene and disease prevention. Cosmetic Dentistry: Teeth whitening (including laser and Zoom whitening), veneers, dental bonding. Orthodontics: Braces (traditional and ceramic), Invisalign aligners, retainers. Specialty Care: Endodontics: Root canals (anterior, bicuspid, molar) and apicoectomy. Periodontics: Periodontal treatment/therapy for gum disease, gum contouring, gum grafts, scaling & planing (SRP). Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery: Extractions (simple, surgical, wisdom tooth), impaction procedures, dental implants (endosteal, immediate-load, mini, subperiosteal, zygomatic, all-on-4, all-on-6), bone grafting, sinus lifts, ridge expansion. Dentures: Flexible nylon, immediate, implant-supported, low cost, partial (metal, resin), premium, traditional/conventional, overdentures, snap-on dentures. Emergency Dental Services: Addressing urgent dental needs. Great Expressions Dental Centers is committed to patient satisfaction, striving to create a welcoming and comfortable environment. They accept most major insurance providers and offer flexible payment options, including their own "Smile Protection Plan" as an affordable alternative to dental insurance. The organization has been recognized for its contributions to improving oral healthcare through quality and safety initiatives, often exceeding infection control standards. They also invest in their communities through local, national, and global service initiatives.