Premier Dental of Ohio

Premier Dental of Ohio: family and cosmetic dentistry in central and northeast Ohio

Premier Dental of Ohio presents itself as a small group of local dentists who share a philosophy based on patient education, clinical quality, and community involvement. The company explicitly defines itself as something different from a corporate dental chain and from a traditional family practice. Its activity focuses on family and cosmetic dentistry, with preventive, restorative, and cosmetic services, and it welcomes new patients of all ages.

Dental services available

The service catalog described on the site covers several areas of dentistry:

• Preventive dentistry: cleanings, X-rays, fluoride, and sealants.
• General and restorative dentistry: fillings, crowns, bridges, implants, root canals, and dentures.
• Cosmetic dentistry: whitening, veneers, bonding, and smile makeovers.
• Invisalign®, Invisalign® Go, and Invisalign® retainers, available at selected locations.
• Sedation dentistry for anxious patients or complex procedures.
• Pediatric and family care.
• TMJ and sleep apnea treatment.
• Oral cancer screenings.

Network of locations in Ohio

The company operates 12 locations in Ohio. In central Ohio, in the Columbus area, it has practices in Ashville, Circleville, Granville, Grove City, Johnstown, New Albany, Sunbury, and Washington Court House. In the Dayton area, it has practices in Beavercreek and Oakwood, near Kettering. In the northeast, its doctors serve the communities of Canfield and Austintown, near Youngstown.

Technology and patient experience

The clinics use modern dental technologies, including digital X-rays and intraoral cameras. The company highlights a clean and safe environment, with patient amenities and easy scheduling. It offers morning and evening appointments, and allows booking in person, by phone, or online, as well as sending reminders by call, text message, or email.

Costs, financing, and insurance

The site states that the new patient visit is priced at $89 for patients without insurance, and includes cleaning, X-rays, photos, oral cancer screening, and consultation. At the Beavercreek location, that price is $139. Emergency dental exams are offered for $49. Free consultations and second opinions are also offered.

For those without dental insurance, the company offers financing through Lending Club, CareCredit, and Springstone, with interest-free plans. Patients who pay in cash receive a 10 to 20% discount, and some locations offer in-house financing.

Premier Dental of Ohio accepts numerous dental insurance plans, including PPO and HMO/DMO, and works with more than 100 insurers, including Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Delta Dental, Guardian, Humana, Medical Mutual of Ohio, MetLife, Molina, Principal Financial Group, SunLife, United Concordia, and United Healthcare. Some locations accept Medicaid, including the Circleville location.

Community commitment and recognitions

The company defines itself as a community-based provider and states that it participates in its communities inside and outside the practice. In collaboration with The Ohio State University James Cancer Hospital, it offers free oral cancer screenings at all its locations and raises funds for cancer research. It also presents itself as the official dentist of the Columbus Crew, with access to ticket discounts, team merchandise, and giveaways for patients.

Publications and outreach

The company's blog covers topics such as sedation dentistry, bleeding gums when flossing, and the best time to brush your teeth. According to the site, its content has been cited by Colgate, Healthline, wikiHow, and other dentists.