Today's Dental Care

Today's Dental Care, located at 11 Howard St, Shelbyville, IN 46176, is a well-established dental clinic dedicated to delivering high-quality, comfortable, and comprehensive oral healthcare services to the Shelbyville community. The practice is led by Dr. Philip Batton, who opened his Shelbyville practice in 1976 after graduating from Indiana University's School of Dentistry. Dr. Batton is a lifetime member of the American Dental Association, Indiana Dental Association, and the Indianapolis District Dental Society, emphasizing a commitment to professional excellence and patient well-being. The clinic prides itself on fostering a calm, relaxed, and incredibly comfortable environment, a philosophy that stands in contrast to what they describe as "McDentist" corporate-owned offices. They prioritize nurturing comfort and confidence in patients as they make decisions about their oral health. Today's Dental Care aims to ensure that every patient achieves a healthy mouth and a smile they can be proud of. Private treatment rooms contribute to a personalized setting for care. Today's Dental Care offers a wide array of dental services, catering to various needs from routine preventative care to more complex restorative and cosmetic procedures. Key services include: Preventative Care: Regular check-ups, cleanings, yearly x-rays, and complete periodontal exams. They also offer guidance on good oral hygiene, tooth sealants, fluoride treatments, and mouthguards for teeth grinding. Restorative Dentistry: Fillings for cavities, dental crowns, and bridges to repair and restore damaged or missing teeth. Cosmetic Dentistry: Teeth whitening and clear aligner orthodontics (Smilers) for smile enhancement. Gum Disease Therapy: Scaling and root planing (deep cleaning) for patients with early signs of gum disease. TMJ Disorder Treatment: Including Trigger Point Therapy and Xeomin (a brand similar to Botox) to alleviate symptoms like jaw stiffness, headaches, and neck/shoulder pain caused by temporomandibular joint disorder. Dentures & Partials: To help patients with missing teeth restore their smile, appearance, speech, and function. Emergency Dental Care: The clinic accepts most insurance plans and aims to see most emergencies the same day. The practice is known for its patient-centric approach, offering options like nitrous oxide (gas), stereo headphones, warmed anesthetic, tranquilizers, and topical anesthetic to ensure a relaxing experience. They also emphasize "on time" appointments and "no-pressure" financing to respect patients' time and money. New patients are welcomed with specials, such as a free whitening with a standard adult new patient examination and x-rays. Patient testimonials frequently highlight the friendly staff, professional care, and the efforts made to ease dental anxiety.