Business Details
25 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Portage Dentist for Personalized Care
At Relaxed Dentistry, we prioritize your health and comfort through personalized oral healthcare tailored to your unique needs. Since 2001, our Portage, IN practice has combined advanced dental technology with a commitment to stress-free patient experiences. Our team, led by Dr. Nicas Yiannias, specializes in comprehensive services including emergency care, cosmetic dentistry, and restorative treatments.We utilize digital X-rays, intra-oral photography, and nitrous oxide to enhance diagnostic accuracy and patient comfort. Our mission emphasizes preventive education, offering resources to help patients maintain optimal oral health. With flexible financing options and extended weekday hours, we ensure accessible, high-quality dental care for families in Portage and surrounding areas.
Services
Veneers
Crowns
Implants
Fillings
Teeth Whitening
Root Canal Therapy
Pediatric Dentistry
Nitrous Oxide
Cosmetic Dentistry
Relaxed Dentistry
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized oral health care tailored to your unique needs.
- Our team provides 24/7 emergency dental services for urgent care.
- We utilize advanced technology like digital X-rays and intra-oral photography.
- Our practice offers flexible financing options through CareCredit.
- Our staff has over 20 years of combined experience in family dentistry.
What people say
Best dentist ever
Staff is amazing
Comfortable experience
Emergency care available
Excellent dental work
Services
Veneers
Veneers are thin porcelain or plastic shells bonded to teeth for cosmetic improvements. They address stains, chips, and misalignment while preserving natural tooth structure. Our process includes personalized design and precise placement for long-lasting, natural-looking results.
Crowns
Crowns restore damaged teeth with durable porcelain caps. They protect weakened teeth after root canals or extensive decay. Our custom crowns match natural tooth color and shape for functional and aesthetic restoration.
Implants
Implants replace missing teeth with titanium roots supporting artificial teeth. This solution prevents bone loss and mimics natural tooth function. We provide comprehensive implant placement and restoration services for long-term oral health.
Fillings
Modern composite fillings repair cavities with natural-looking materials. Our tooth-colored restorations bond securely to teeth, preserving structure while resisting stains and wear for durable, aesthetic results.
Teeth Whitening
Our whitening treatments address surface stains and discoloration using professional-grade solutions. Custom trays and in-office options safely lighten teeth for dramatic smile enhancements that maintain enamel integrity.
People
Nicas Yiannias
Dentist
Dr. Yiannias has practiced dentistry since 2001, with experience in general and pediatric dentistry across Chicagoland. He earned his DDS from the University of Illinois at Chicago and maintains memberships in multiple dental societies.
Jennifer
Hygienist
Jennifer has served as hygienist for 19 years, focusing on periodontal disease prevention. She graduated from Indiana University Dental Hygiene School and holds expanded functions certification for comprehensive patient care.
Kristy
Dental Assistant
Kristy has worked at Relaxed Dentistry for seven years, specializing in teeth whitening. She graduated from Indiana University South Bend with expanded functions certification and provides patient education on cosmetic treatments.
Jodi
Treatment Coordinator
Jodi transitioned from dental hygiene assistant to treatment coordinator, helping patients understand care plans and financial arrangements. She offers interest-free payment plans to make dental care accessible for all patients.
Julie
Hygienist
Julie brings six years of dental hygiene experience to our team. She graduated from Indiana University Northwest and focuses on patient education about oral hygiene's connection to overall health.
Questions
What emergency dental services do you offer?
We provide urgent care for dental trauma, severe pain, and infections. Our team prioritizes same-day appointments for emergency cases.
Do you accept dental insurance?
We work with Delta Premier, Guardian PPO, Dentemax PPO, Humana PPO, and Cigna PPO plans. Our staff assists with insurance claims submission.
What payment options are available?
We accept cash, checks, credit cards, and CareCredit financing. Flexible payment plans help make treatments affordable for all patients.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Request appointments online through our website or call us directly at 219-762-9567 during regular business hours.
What cosmetic dentistry services do you provide?
We offer veneers, teeth whitening, crowns, and bonding to improve smile aesthetics while maintaining functional dental health.
Are digital X-rays safer than traditional ones?
Yes, our digital X-ray system reduces radiation exposure by up to 90% compared to conventional film X-rays while providing immediate high-resolution images.
