Family dentistry with digital scanning, same-day crowns, and a calmer atmosphere than you'd expect from a dental office. Dr. Maya Chen and her team actually want you to enjoy coming here.
Six things, done properly, in one office on Frankfort Avenue. Most of what a family needs over a lifetime is on this list, and the one below is what people drive across town for.
We scan the tooth, mill the crown here in the office, and fit it the same afternoon. No putty impression, no temporary that pops off over the weekend, and no second appointment three weeks later.
Cleanings, exams, fillings, and the routine care that keeps bigger problems from developing.
Veneers, bonding, and smile design for the thing that has been bugging you in photos.
Professional whitening in a single visit, or custom trays if you would rather go slower.
Clear aligners that straighten teeth without metal brackets, fitted from a digital scan.
Toothaches, chipped teeth, lost crowns, and anything that cannot wait until next week.
Dr. Chen is a Louisville native who earned her DMD from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry. After years of practicing in larger offices, she opened Magnolia Dental Arts in 2018 on Frankfort Avenue because she wanted a smaller practice where she could actually get to know her patients instead of rushing through a packed schedule all day.
She invested in digital scanning and same-day crown technology early on because she figured the less time patients have to spend in the chair, the happier everyone is.
You might spot Dr. Chen coaching Little League at Joe Creason Park on Saturday mornings.
Waiting room
Your room
Drag the handle. Here it compares two rooms. On a live site, a before and after.
Pick a time that works for you. We will confirm within the hour.
Coffee in the waiting room, friendly faces at the front desk.
Netflix on the ceiling, noise-canceling headphones if you want them, and blankets.
You leave feeling good about your smile, and we check in afterward to make sure everything healed right.
I hadn't been to a dentist in probably five years? Just dreaded it. Dr. Chen was super patient about all my questions and didn't make me feel judged at all. Also they have Netflix on the ceiling which honestly helps more than you'd think.
Needed a crown and they did it all in one appointment, which I didn't even know was possible. No temporary, no second visit. Dr. Chen showed me what it would look like on the screen before they made it. Really glad I didn't have to take another day off work for this.
We bring all three kids here now. My 6 year old used to cry before dental appointments and now she asks when she gets to go back because they let her watch cartoons. The front desk remembers our names too, which is a nice touch.
4.9 average review from 180+ patients
No insurance? We offer payment plans starting at $50/month. Ask us about our Magnolia Membership Plan for uninsured patients.
2431 Frankfort Avenue
Louisville, KY 40206
Monday to Thursday: 8am to 5pm
Friday: 8am to 2pm
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
Crescent Hill, St. Matthews, The Highlands, Clifton, and surrounding neighborhoods.