Dr. Craig Arive, DDS, Indianapolis, IN | Dentist

About Dr. Craig Arive

Dr. Craig Arive brings a unique blend of artistry, science and compassion to dentistry. He began his career as a graphic designer, eventually serving as Art Director for Indianapolis Monthly. His passion for combining creativity with precision ultimately led him to dentistry, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the Indiana University School of Dentistry. Today, Dr. Arive enjoys blending his artistic eye with the science of dentistry to create healthy, natural-looking smiles. He finds great satisfaction in restoring teeth with results that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing, knowing that every successful outcome is achieved through a partnership between the patient and the dental team. He is a proud member of the Indiana Dental Association and the American Dental Association. For Dr. Arive, exceptional dentistry begins with listening. He takes the time to understand each patient’s concerns, answer questions, and ensure they feel comfortable and confident before any treatment begins. His goal is to build lasting relationships based on trust while helping patients achieve smiles they can enjoy for years to come. Outside the office, Dr. Arive enjoys following IndyCar racing, exploring art museums, hiking in our nation’s national parks, and traveling to visit Major League Baseball stadiums across the country. He and his wife, Laura, are the proud parents of two adult sons, Ike and Luca. Insurance participation information is provided as a convenience and may change. Listing of a plan here does not guarantee that a specific provider or location is in-network for your particular plan or benefit. Before your appointment, please confirm your coverage and network status with your insurance carrier and with our office. Out-of-network benefits, costs, or balances may apply if participation has changed or if your plan does not include our provider.

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Popular visit reasons

Bleeding Gums

Broken Tooth

Dental Cleaning

Dental Consultation

Dental Emergency

Dental Pain Consultation

New Patient Dental Exam (Adult)

Wisdom Tooth Problem

Bleeding Gums

Broken Tooth

Dental Cleaning

Dental Consultation

Office location

Shadeland

7207 N Shadeland Ave, Ste A, Indianapolis, IN 46250

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Education and background

Practice names

Gentle Dentist

Education and training

Dental School - Indiana University School of Dentistry, Doctor of Dental Surgery

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1417219403

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Craig Arive?

Generally, Dr. Craig Arive has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Arive's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Craig Arive accepting new patients?

Dr. Craig Arive generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Arive's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Dr. Craig Arive accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Craig Arive online?

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What practice does Dr. Craig Arive work with?

Dr. Craig Arive works with Gentle Dentist.

Where is Dr. Craig Arive's office located?

Dr. Craig Arive's office is located at 7207 N Shadeland Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46250.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Craig Arive?

Dr. Craig Arive frequently sees patients for Dental Cleaning, Dental Consultation, Dental Emergency, New Patient Dental Exam (Adult), and Wisdom Tooth Problem. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Craig Arive on their profile.