COMPREHENSIVE dentistry with LONG-TERM THINKING
Every service we offer supports a broader goal: protecting and strengthening your oral health for years to come.
Preventive Dentistry
Structured exams and cleanings that prioritize early detection and stability.
Restorative Dentistry
Treatment designed to rebuild strength without extending beyond what is necessary.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Enhancements that look natural, balanced, and appropriate for your features.
Specialized Care
Advanced solutions delivered with precision and care
Dental Implants
Stable, well-planned solutions for missing teeth performed with precision.
Sedation Dentistry
IV sedation for patients who want treatment completed calmly and efficiently.
Let's Build a Plan That Makes Sense for You
Every treatment begins with careful evaluation and clear conversation. We'll walk you through your options, explain expected outcomes, and answer every question.
Why We Chose Fee-for-Service Care
We operate as a fee-for-service practice because we believe treatment decisions belong in the room between doctor and patient — not filtered through insurance limitations.
This approach allows us to:
- Make recommendations based on what is necessary — not what is reimbursed
- Plan treatment with long-term outcomes in mind
- Spend appropriate time diagnosing and explaining
- Maintain consistency in care standards
It is a conscious decision. One that reflects our commitment to independence, precision, and accountability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. We welcome new patients of all ages from Saratoga Springs and the surrounding Capital Region. New patient appointments can be scheduled online or by calling (518) 584-5060.
Saratoga Smiles is a fee-for-service dental practice, which means we are not contracted with insurance networks. We provide detailed claim documentation so you can submit for out-of-network reimbursement, and we offer flexible payment options including Cherry financing.
Our office is located at 6 Carpenter Lane, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 — a short drive from downtown Saratoga Springs, Wilton, Ballston Spa, and Malta.
Dr. Richard L. Dennis, DMD, MAGD has practiced dentistry in Saratoga Springs since 1997. He is a graduate of Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine and a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry.
We provide comprehensive general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, dental implants, clear aligners, and IV sedation — all performed in-office.