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Center for Esthetic Dentistry is a cosmetic dental practice in New Haven, CT, led by Dr.
About Center for Esthetic Dentistry
Front tooth gaps have closed within six months under Dr. N. Summer Lerch, who also extends Invisalign plans at no extra charge when a case needs more time.
Center for Esthetic Dentistry is a general dental practice that also offers Invisalign, clear aligners, and TMJ treatment. Reviews describe Invisalign correcting bites and closing gaps, sometimes in as little as six months, and mention plans being extended without additional cost when a tooth resists movement. Dr. N. Summer Lerch, who took over the practice from a previous owner, is described as combining technical skill with an artistic eye and as calm and non-judgmental with anxious patients. Cosmetic work like veneers and bonding also comes up often as boosting patients' confidence.
Summary of 180 patient reviews, July 2012–September 2026, updated September 2026
Center for Esthetic Dentistry is a cosmetic dental practice in New Haven, CT, led by Dr.
N. Summer Lerch, a board-accredited cosmetic dentist recognized by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. The practice specializes in smile makeovers, porcelain veneers, Invisalign, dental implants, and comprehensive cosmetic and general dentistry services.
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
Center for Esthetic Dentistry provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Technology & Equipment
Center for Esthetic Dentistry uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.
Orthodontists at this office
Dr. N. Summer Lerch
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Orthodontic care in reviews
Reviews describe Invisalign correcting bite issues and closing gaps, often within months, with plans adjusted or extended at no extra charge when a tooth needs more time to move. Several patients switching from traditional braces or prior orthodontic work say Invisalign here felt faster and less stressful.
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| The dentist | 45 | 1 |
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Recent reviews from Google
I would absolutely recommend this place. They are super friendly and do excellent work. Robbie is wonderful and always makes me smile!
My experience here was amazing, everyone’s so nice and very informative. Had to get a filling and it was probably the fastest most painless one I’ve ever gotten. Highly recommend!
I start to smile every time Rahisha meets me at the font desk. Dr. Lerch is an artist, and the work she did on my teeth improved my career. Compliments about my smile started after Dr. Lerch and Sheri repaired my front teeth. I recommend this group to anyone who wants a successful smile.
I found Dr. Lerch because one of my side veneers fell out while I was flossing. I soon messaged two different offices. The contrast in responses told me everything I needed to know. Dr. Lerch personally responded the same night after hours (while the competing office got back to me the following morning, asked all the same questions I had already answered in their online intake form, and then recommended I schedule an appointment in two weeks). She messaged to let me know they consider this an emergency and would prioritize it (it's very painful and hot/cold sensitive to have an exposed tooth with veneer missing). I was in her chair getting the veneer reattached the following day. Altogether it took less than 30 minutes. Admittedly, I came to Dr. Lerch's office with some quiet distrust of dental offices in general. However, I have since found that I can completely trust Dr. Lerch's office with the full scope of my dental care, and so I also recently decided to move forward with a lingual frenectomy that had been impacting my speech for decades but I kept avoiding. The procedure took minutes and was entirely painless. Lastly I'll add that what makes this place truly exceptional is that Dr. Lerch's care and standards are not limited to her. Every person I have spoken to in the office shares the same qualities, whether Robby, Rahisha, Karen, or anyone else. It's clear that Dr. Lerch's values shape who she hires, and it shows in every interaction. I am glad I found her office.
The service is excellent, and Dr. Lerch is very kind, caring, and professional. She always makes you feel comfortable and well taken care of. I highly recommend her.
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