
What is Cosmetic Dentistry?
Riverfront Dental is here to help you meet your smile goals. A smile makeover is not only a budget-friendly way to improve your appearance, but will also improve your overall dental health. Our cosmetic services include dental implants, crowns, tooth-colored restorations, and more.
Riverfront Dental is ready to give you a beautiful smile!

Cosmetic Services
- Smile Whitening for that brilliant movie star smile
- Invisalign® invisible orthodontics
- Cosmetic Bonding preserves your natural tooth
- Dental Implants to replace missing teeth
- Implant-Supported Dentures for total arch permanent restoration
- Laser Gingivectomy for pain-free treatment of gum disease
- Single‑Visit Crowns to keep a badly decayed or fractured tooth
- Wisdom Tooth Removal to stop pain from overcrowding
- Porcelain Veneers to quickly create a beautiful, consistent smile.

Dr. Katie Vargas
Award Winning Cosmetic Dentist
Dr. Katie Vargas has a rare combination of warm personality, artistic eye, and strong clinical skills, but most importantly, she listens and gets to know each patient one-on-one, in order to custom tailor treatment plans to fit their individual needs. Dr. Katie Vargas grew up in Ontario, Canada and moved to the states when she was admitted to Princeton University. After graduating from Princeton with a bachelors degree in Chemistry, she continued her education at Georgetown University, earning a Master of Science degree in Physiology and Biophysics. Dr. Vargas completed her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at New York University, where she won numerous cosmetic and operative dentistry awards, and completed an honors residency in NYU Faculty Practice. She is an American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry award winner and an Associate of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics. She is dedicated to keeping up to date with the latest techniques in cosmetic and comprehensive care, and participates in numerous continuing education courses around the country.
Dr. Katie Vargas is the founder of Riverfront Dental Care. She opened the start-up practice in order to focus on her passion of cosmetic dentistry while providing access to multiple dental specialists in a single office. She has a warm personality and understands that patients often have a level of anxiety regarding their oral health and dental care. Dr. Vargas listens and gets to know her patients prior to developing a therapeutic alliance and treatment plan. Dr. Vargas is a pround miliatry wife. She lives in North Augusta, SC with her husband, Dr. Anthony Vargas, and their 2 children. In her spare time ,you can find her jogging on the North Augusta Greenway, and cooking for her family.
Is cosmetic dentistry worth the cost?
While the main purpose of Cosmetic Dentistry is to improve the appearance of your smile, it also improves your overall dental health. A beautiful new smile will brighten your life in so many beneficial ways.
Is cosmetic dentistry necessary?
Every case is different. Our skilled doctors will provide an honest and accurate assessment and offer you the solution that best fits your needs and comfort level.
Is cosmetic dentistry covered by insurance?
Every insurance plan is different, but our wonderful staff will work with you to determine your level of coverage. If the procedure isn't covered, we will do our best to help develop a financial plan that works for you.
Are there financing/payment options for cosmetic dentistry?
Yes, our office staff can help with financing options and payment plans. CareCredit® also offers reasonable rates for patients who need to finance their dental care.
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