Protect Your Dental Wellness With a Dentist Near Colchester, VT

A strong, comfortable smile depends on consistent preventive care and timely attention when dental concerns develop. At Contemporary Dental Arts, we provide comprehensive services to help patients maintain oral health, repair damaged teeth, replace missing teeth, improve alignment, and enhance smile appearance. If you're looking for a knowledgeable dentist near Colchester, VT, call 802-332-3266 today to schedule your appointment.

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Why Choose Us

At Contemporary Dental Arts, we believe your dental care should reflect your individual needs rather than follow a one-size-fits-all approach. Our team listens carefully to your concerns, evaluates your oral health, and explains treatment recommendations so you understand the options available to you. We emphasize thoughtful communication and personalized attention to help you feel comfortable and confident about the decisions you make for your smile.

Our Services

We offer comprehensive dental care for patients with a wide variety of oral health needs and smile goals. Our services range from routine prevention to cosmetic and restorative treatment, orthodontics, dental implants, and care for unexpected dental problems. Having access to multiple treatment options allows us to develop a plan that considers the health, function, alignment, and appearance of your entire smile.

Meet Your Caring Dentists

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Lauren Shanard DDS, AAACD

With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Shanard has a passion for creating beautiful and healthy smiles. As the only dentist in Vermont with Accreditation from the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, she ensures excellent outcomes for her patients.

Luciana Flores, DDS

Dr. Luciana Flores practiced dentistry in Brazil for 22 years before moving to the United States. She has a three-year orthodontic certification and an advanced education in general dentistry certification. She is also highly trained in placing implants.

Stay Ahead of Your Changing Dental Needs

Many changes affecting your teeth and gums can begin without causing immediate discomfort, which is one reason routine dental visits remain important even when your smile feels fine. Professional examinations allow us to evaluate areas that can be difficult to monitor on your own and look for signs of decay, gum problems, damaged teeth, or other concerns. Early attention can often help protect healthy tooth structure and prevent developing issues from becoming more disruptive to your everyday life.

Visit your dentist near Colchester, VT for:

General Dentistry - Routine examinations, professional cleanings, diagnostic services, and preventive treatments help maintain healthy teeth and gums while allowing developing concerns to be identified and monitored.
Cosmetic Dentistry - Address concerns involving discoloration, tooth shape, proportions, symmetry, and other aesthetic details with personalized treatments designed to improve the overall appearance of your smile.
Restorative Dentistry - Repair teeth weakened by decay, fractures, wear, or structural damage with treatments that rebuild compromised areas and help reestablish comfortable function.
Orthodontics - Correct crooked, crowded, spaced, or improperly positioned teeth with customized orthodontic treatment designed to gradually improve alignment and bite function.
Dental Implants - Replace missing teeth with implant-supported restorations that offer stable support, improve chewing ability, and provide results designed to look and function naturally.
Dental Emergencies - Get timely attention for significant tooth pain, broken or knocked-out teeth, dental injuries, and other urgent concerns that may require prompt diagnosis and treatment.

Your oral health priorities may change over time, and regular dental care makes it easier to respond appropriately when they do. You may need nothing more than preventive services at one visit and later benefit from treatment to repair a tooth, replace one that's missing, or correct an alignment concern. If an unexpected problem occurs, having access to emergency care can also help you address the situation quickly rather than allowing pain or damage to progress.

Call Contemporary Dental Arts at 802-332-3266 today to schedule a visit with a dentist near Colchester, VT. Our comprehensive approach can help you stay proactive about your dental health while providing personalized solutions for the functional, restorative, and aesthetic needs that may arise throughout your life.

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Read Why Our Patients Love Us

Daniel L.

I have been a patient of Dr. Shanard’s for over 5 years. She and her team are simply wonderful. They are extremely professional and warm in their care. Besides the entire practice being very talented they are a fun bunch. Smiles and jokes are a routine part of the treatment process. And if you are lucky you might meet Dr. Shanard’s dog Enzo who might be the best part of the treatment team. Truly wonderful people who do a fantastic and thorough job. I could not state it any more plainly, this is the best dental practice in Vermont.

Mary W.

I was able to get an emergency appointment & I was very happy! Everyone was so kind & helpful. My mouth is very small, and Dr Lauren Shanard was able to keep my jaw muscles comfortable during the lengthy procedure! Kudos to the crew & another stellar dental appointment at Contemporary Dental...

Nancy C.

This is coming from a HUGE dentist-phobe. To say I get nervous going into a dentist's office, is gigantic understatement. That being said, I had the absolute wonderful fortune to find Dr. Lauren Shanard when I was facing a huge dental crisis. Terrified, I made an appointment...and in I crawled. From the first minute, the staff at Contemporary Dental Arts gently pulled me off the ceiling, and with the utmost compassion and understanding of my high anxiety, Dr Shanard helped me through my initial tough situation. EVERY person in that office, went out of their way to make sure I was comfortable and felt safe. As Dr Shanard worked on me, it was clearly evident that she is a highly skilled dentist who pays attention to detail, to make sure the outcome is the very best it can be. Also clear, is that she enjoys her team, and what she does. I am not finished with my oral challenges, but I am BEYOND GRATEFUL that I have Dr. Shannard at the helm, along with all the wonderful women who have been at my side (and hers). I will go nowhere else. Fives stars just aren't enough.

Miles J.

I’ve been visiting the Contemporary Dental Arts and Dr. Shanard since I was a little kid. They have always been so nice and kind throughout every cleaning and filling, and there’s a super friendly and cute dog to greet you!

Tyler E.

Great people, very knowledgeable. They had answers to all my questions about how everything is handled and how much things cost. Staff is very nice and they try hard to get everything done right.

Daniel F.

I've been here on multiple occasions. Marie and Dr. Shanard are really great to work with. Marie also always goes above and beyond with communication and accommodating my timeline. To say their quality of work is excellent is an understatement. Thanks!

Peter S.

The difference at Contemporary Dental is that they are a family of very good caring people. You are welcomed from the first moment you arrive with a comprehensive visit. My hygentist is very thorough... my teeth are sparkling after a cleaning. They don't rush you through the visit and are...

Caleigh C.

OK so I was TERRIFIED for my first filling. I’d gone 29 years with zero oral problems and despite my bone-deep horror, I went in for a filling today with Dr. Shanard. WOW was that easy. I didn’t feel the needle or anything she was doing, and Marie held my hand the entire time. I wasn’t afraid at all after we got started. Five stars for the whole team! I won’t go anywhere else! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Nancy P.

I was at the beginning of a month long road trip and broke part of a molar. I called over 30 dentists in 2 towns and no one could see me. Even though they were busy, this practice made room for me to come in, and within 30 minutes they fixed my tooth so that I could continue my trip. They were so nice, professional and competent that I wish they were my permanent dental practice. I thank them so much for helping me in my hour of need. They deserve a higher rating than 5 stars!