Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dental Care Provider in Munster, IN
At Ridge Dental Care, we approach dentistry as both a science and an art, combining technical expertise with compassionate care. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to delivering personalized dental solutions tailored to each patient's unique needs. With over 27 years of service to the Munster community, we prioritize creating a welcoming environment where patients feel valued beyond their dental charts.Our commitment to staying at the forefront of dental technology ensures we provide efficient, comfortable treatments while maintaining the highest standards of care. We believe dental health is integral to overall well-being and strive to make every visit a positive experience that reinforces our patients' confidence in their smiles.
Services
Cosmetic Dentistry
Dental Implants
Dentures
Orthodontics
General Dentistry
SureSmile
Teeth Whitening
Porcelain Veneers
Invisalign
Root Canals
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 27 years of combined experience in general and cosmetic dentistry
- Our team implements cutting-edge dental technology for improved efficiency
- We provide personalized treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs
- Our practice maintains a family-oriented environment with compassionate care
- We offer flexible financing options through Sunbit, Cherry, and Proceed
What people say
Friendly staff
Professional service
Personalized attention
Comfortable experience
Worth extra cost
Services
Dental Implants
Our dental implant procedure replaces missing teeth with permanent solutions that function like natural teeth. Using titanium posts fused with jawbone tissue, we create stable foundations for crowns that restore chewing ability and speech clarity. This treatment prevents facial sagging while maintaining oral health through bone preservation, offering long-term benefits beyond cosmetic improvement.
Cosmetic Dentistry
We specialize in transforming smiles through veneers, whitening, and alignment treatments. Our porcelain veneers correct chips and discoloration while whitening services remove years of stains. With Invisalign and SureSmile options, we straighten teeth discreetly. These treatments boost confidence by creating aesthetically pleasing smiles that maintain natural tooth structure and function.
General Dentistry
Our preventive services include routine cleanings, exams, and early disease detection. We emphasize proactive maintenance through bi-annual checkups and patient education. From cavity prevention to oral cancer screenings, we address dental health comprehensively. This approach minimizes future complications while maintaining optimal oral hygiene for patients of all ages.
Orthodontics
We offer traditional braces and clear aligner systems like Invisalign for correcting misalignment. Our treatments address bite issues, spacing problems, and jaw positioning. The Invisalign system provides removable, nearly invisible options for adults and teens. Proper alignment improves oral health by making teeth easier to clean while enhancing facial aesthetics and bite functionality.
Dentures
Custom dentures restore function and appearance for missing teeth. We offer conventional, immediate, and overdenture options with stabilization starting at $4,950. Our solutions improve eating and speaking abilities while preventing facial muscle sagging. The process includes personalized fittings and adjustments to ensure comfort and natural-looking results that enhance quality of life.
People
Dr. Andy Koultourides
Dentist
Graduate of Indiana University School of Dentistry with Orthodontics Certification. Fellow of the American Academy of General Dentistry. Specializes in implants, orthodontics, and cosmetic dentistry with continuing education focus.
Dr. Connie Kunelis
Dentist
Munster native and Indiana University graduate. Joined Ridge Dental Care in 2015 after earning DDS degree. Focuses on compassionate care while serving her hometown community through personalized dental solutions.
Questions
What financing options are available for dental procedures?
We offer flexible financing through Sunbit, Cherry, Proceed, and Care Credit with soft credit checks that won't affect credit scores. Options allow payments over 6-72 months.
Do you accept dental insurance?
We work with most insurance providers and help patients maximize benefits. Our team assists with claims processing and explaining coverage details for all treatments.
What cosmetic dentistry services do you offer?
We provide porcelain veneers, professional teeth whitening, Invisalign, and smile makeovers. Our specialists create customized plans to address discoloration, misalignment, and other aesthetic concerns.
Are emergency dental services available?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency care, we prioritize same-day appointments for urgent dental issues during regular business hours to address pain or trauma promptly.
What technology differentiates your practice?
We utilize advanced dental technology including digital imaging, modern implant systems, and clear aligner treatments. This equipment enhances diagnostic accuracy and treatment efficiency while improving patient comfort.
