Our Services


Cleaning & Exam

Routine dental cleanings and exams are a vital part of preventive care, helping to remove plaque, detect early signs of decay or gum disease, and keep your overall oral health on track.

Emergency Dentistry

A dental implant procedure where four implants support an entire arch of teeth, offering a fixed, full-mouth restoration.

Dental Implants

Our Fredericksburg and Ashland offices offer dental implants to give you a comfortable, long-lasting, and beautiful smile.

CEREC Same Day Crowns

With CEREC technology, the Smile Center is able to offer same day crowns. Patients are able to stay in their chair and leave with their new crown the same day.

Sedation Dentistry

Conscious sedation is an alternative for those who are nervous about dental care or those who want to have multiple dental procedures accomplished in one visit. 

Dental Veneers

Veneers are custom-made thin coverings for the front side of your teeth. They are an option for correcting stained, chipped, decayed, or crooked teeth. 

No dental insurance?
No problem.

  • At the Smile Center, we’re proud to make it easy to pay for dental services. We offer high-end dental services at an affordable price. Our staff is trained to help you understand your insurance benefits. We also have financing options that offer low-interest, low-finance plans. Finding affordable dentistry doesn’t have to be intimidating!

No dental insurance?
No problem.

At the Smile Center, we’re proud to make it easy to pay for dental services. We offer high-end dental services at an affordable price. Our staff is trained to help you understand your insurance benefits. We also have financing options that offer low-interest, low-finance plans. Finding affordable dentistry doesn’t have to be intimidating!


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Dr. Joel S. Butterworth

Dr. Joel Butterworth, son of Fredericksburg Smile Center founder Dr. Cathie Hidalgo, is a native of the area. Dr. Butterworth grew up in Bowling Green and Fredericksburg where he graduated from Fredericksburg Academy. Dr. Butterworth attended The College of Charleston and graduated with a B.S. in Biology and received minors in Political Science and Spanish. He received his D.D.S from Howard University College of Dentistry in 2015. Upon graduation, Dr. Butterworth completed a General Practice Residency at the Portland VA Medical Center in Portland, Oregon. Working with veterans, he has extensive training in hospital dentistry and clinical experience with medically compromised patients. In addition to advanced work in all fields of dentistry, Dr. Butterworth’s training includes advanced anesthesia and pain control, TMJ disorders, dental oncology and emergency medicine. 

Dr. Nil Amin

Dr. Nil Amin is the youngest of three and is from Yorktown, Virginia. Dr. Amin earned a B.S. in Chemistry with a minor in Mathematics from Virginia Commonwealth University. He then went on to attend the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine to receive his Doctorate of Dental Medicine (DMD). Upon graduation, Dr. Amin went to Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania to complete his general practice residency at the Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center. During his residency, he received extensive training with medically compromised patients.

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Dr. Surya Bhavaraju

Dr. Surya Bhavaraju is originally from India and has been practicing dentistry for 14 years. She received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2010 in India, then, in 2021 she completed her Advanced General Dentistry residency at the University of Rochester in New York. Dr. Bhavaraju is passionate about staying current in the field of dentistry, she does this by regularly taking continuing education courses, and listening to dental podcasts. She feels that keeping up with the latest trends allows her to provide the most advanced care and effective treatments possible. 

What our patients say
Karen
"Dr. Butterworth is terrific! He has great bedside manners; is very competent, caring, and exceptionally skilled at his profession. Thank you for my beautiful smile!"
Kyler
"Hands down the best office I’ve ever used , have done a cleaning and a couple fillings this last month and the process was so simple . All of the Staff is polite and wonderful ."
Elizabeth
"The receptionists @ Smile Center were wonderful! They were helpful & took time to reschedule my appointment. They also helped me by printing out directions. Warm & professional."
Katie
"Such a wonderful group of people who work there and excellent work! I could NOT be happier with everything that they have ALL done for us!"
Jennifer
"This is the best dental office in town. The staff is very polite and professional. I would definitely recommend them."

Frequently Asked Questions

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Most patients should have a professional cleaning every 6 months. More frequent visits may be recommended if you have gum disease or buildup prone teeth.

Tooth pain can result from cavities, cracked teeth, exposed roots, infections, or gum issues. Persistent pain should always be evaluated by a dentist to prevent worsening conditions.

Yes, professional teeth whitening is both safe and effective when supervised by a dentist. It can significantly brighten your smile in a single visit or with take-home kits.

A veneer covers just the front surface of a tooth for cosmetic purposes, while a crown covers the entire tooth, providing structural support and protection after damage or decay.

Early signs include bleeding gums, persistent bad breath, swelling, and gum recession. Untreated gum disease can lead to tooth loss and is linked to overall health conditions.

Many dental offices offer sedation options, a calm environment, and personalized care to help you feel more at ease. Communicating your concerns to your dentist is the first step.