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At a Glance
- Service: Preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry for the whole family
- Location: Serving Owens Cross Roads and the US-431 South corridor, southeast of Huntsville, AL
- Office hours: Mon - Wed 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Thurs 7 AM to 12 PM, Fri - Sun - Closed
- New patients: Accepting new patients
- Key differentiator: $199 new patient special (no insurance required); PPO plans accepted; monthly payment and financing options available
Dentist Near Owens Cross Roads, AL
What Dental Care Actually Costs — And How to Manage It
Cost is one of the primary reasons people defer dental care — not anxiety, not scheduling friction, but the straightforward concern that treatment will be expensive, that insurance won't cover what is needed, or that a visit ends with a treatment plan that is financially out of reach. That concern deserves a direct answer.
Shedd Family & Cosmetic Dentistry accepts all PPO dental insurance plans. For patients without insurance, the practice offers a $199 new patient special that covers a cleaning, comprehensive exam, and full X-rays. That is the standard first-visit package — not a stripped-down promotional appointment. Monthly payment and financing options are available for larger treatment plans, so a crown, implant, or Invisalign case does not have to arrive as a single large bill.
The practice does not accept Medicaid, Medicare, or Wellcare. If your coverage falls under one of those programs, the staff can walk you through self-pay options and help you understand what treatment would cost out of pocket.
The Services Covered at This Practice
From Owens Cross Roads, you are looking at a 15-to-20-minute drive north on US-431 into Huntsville — worth it to access a full-service dental office rather than a limited-scope clinic. Shedd Family & Cosmetic Dentistry covers the complete range: preventive cleanings and X-rays, fillings, crowns, bridges, root canals, extractions, dental implants, partial and complete dentures, periodontal therapy, Invisalign, teeth whitening, veneers, and cosmetic bonding.
Children's dentistry starts at age 3. TMJ and bruxism treatment, custom mouth guards, and snore guard appliances are also available. Emergency appointments can be arranged, which matters when you are 20 minutes from the nearest dental office and something goes wrong on a weekday afternoon.
A Clear Picture of Who This Serves — and Who It Doesn't
The practice is a strong match for Owens Cross Roads families looking for a single practice that handles every family member — young children through older adults. It also works well for patients rebuilding dental health after a gap in care, those managing gum disease, anyone considering implants to replace missing teeth, and patients weighing cosmetic improvements.
It is not the right match for patients who need Medicaid, Medicare, or Wellcare billing. It is also not an oral surgery center. Complex surgical cases are referred to a specialist. For routine through comprehensive general and cosmetic dentistry, the practice covers the full scope.
Your First Appointment: Step by Step
The first visit includes a comprehensive oral exam, full diagnostic X-rays, and a review of your dental and medical history. Dr. Shedd walks through what he finds before making any recommendation — you will know which teeth, if any, have problems, what the gum tissue looks like, and what the treatment priorities are. Nothing is added to your schedule without a clear explanation of the procedure, the timeline, and the cost.
Bring your insurance information, a photo ID, and a list of current medications. New patient forms are available online at sheddfamilydental.com to complete before you arrive and keep check-in efficient. Most first appointments take 60 to 90 minutes.
Treatment, Recovery, and Ongoing Care
Recovery after a cleaning is nothing — no restrictions, no downtime, brush normally. After a filling, mild chewing sensitivity for a day or two is typical at the treated tooth. Crown treatment spans two visits; implant therapy spans several months from placement through the final restoration. The practice provides written aftercare instructions for any procedure that involves healing.
Recall appointments are typically scheduled every six months for patients with healthy gum tissue. The practice builds follow-up into the visit itself — you leave with your next appointment already on the books.
Exams & Cleanings
Children’s Dentistry
Periodontal Therapy
Root Canal Therapy
Oral Cancer Screening
Mouth & Snore Guards
Nitrous & Oral Sedation
Dental Crowns & Bridges
Complete, Partial & Implant Dentures
Dental Implants
Clear Braces & Aligners
Teeth Whitening
Cosmetic Bonding
Veneers
Saturday & Evening Appointments
Refreshment & Snack Bar
Pillows and Warm Blankets
Protective Eyewear
Low Radiation Digital X-rays
3D Cone Beam X-Rays
Intra-Oral Cameras
Local FAQ
I commute north on US-431 toward Huntsville most mornings — are there early appointments that let me stop in before reaching downtown?
A: Early morning appointments are available for patients who need to be at work by mid-morning. The practice is located at 2124 Cecil Ashburn Dr SE — accessible from US-431 North before you reach the heavier traffic near downtown. Call (256) 429-9220 to check what is open at your preferred time.
My family of four has no dental insurance — what is the most practical way to use the $199 new patient special for all of us?
A: The $199 special covers one patient per visit — cleaning, exam, and X-rays — and the same rate applies for each additional family member individually. After the first visit, the team can walk through what ongoing maintenance costs look like per person and where financing makes sense for any work that needs to be done.
Shedd Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
2124 Cecil Ashburn Dr SE, Ste 130, Huntsville, AL 35802
(256) 429-9220
https://sheddfamilydental.com/areas-we-serve/owens-cross-roads-dentist/