Wilmington Prosthodontics is preparing to welcome patients beginning in September 2026, bringing specialized restorative and tooth-replacement care to the Wilmington community.
Led by UNC-trained prosthodontist Dr. Anna Mcilwain, the new privately owned practice will provide personalized treatment for patients with missing, damaged, worn, or failing teeth—as well as individuals seeking expert guidance for complex dental concerns.
The practice is being built around a simple idea: advanced specialty care should still feel personal. Patients can expect thoughtful treatment planning, direct communication, modern dental technology, and a welcoming team committed to helping each person understand their options.
Specialized Dental Care for the Wilmington Community
A prosthodontist is a dentist who completes additional advanced training focused on restoring and replacing teeth. This expertise can be especially valuable when treatment involves dental implants, dentures, extensive tooth wear, multiple failing restorations, or comprehensive reconstruction of the smile and bite.
Wilmington Prosthodontics will serve patients with needs ranging from a single damaged tooth to complex treatment involving many or all of the teeth.
Dr. Mcilwain will also collaborate closely with general dentists, oral surgeons, periodontists, orthodontists, and other dental professionals when coordinated care is needed.
Opening at a Glance
- ✔ Planned opening in September 2026
- ✔ Privately owned specialty practice
- ✔ Led by UNC-trained prosthodontist Dr. Anna Mcilwain
- ✔ Restorative, implant, denture, and cosmetic care
- ✔ Personalized treatment for simple and complex needs
Meet Dr. Anna Mcilwain
Dr. Mcilwain earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of North Carolina in 2020 before completing three additional years of advanced prosthodontic training at UNC. She earned her Master of Science in Prosthodontics in 2023.
Her specialty training included extensive experience in dental implants, dentures, implant-supported restorations, full-mouth reconstruction, cosmetic treatment, and the management of complex restorative conditions.
Dr. Mcilwain's treatment philosophy emphasizes careful diagnosis, conservative decision-making, and solutions designed around each patient's individual health, priorities, and long-term goals.
As the owner of Wilmington Prosthodontics, she looks forward to building lasting relationships with patients, families, and referring dental professionals throughout the region.
Comprehensive Restorative Dentistry
Teeth can become damaged by decay, fractures, grinding, trauma, or years of previous dental treatment. In other cases, older crowns, bridges, or fillings may no longer provide the fit, appearance, or function a patient needs.
Wilmington Prosthodontics will offer comprehensive restorative dentistry for concerns such as:
- Broken, cracked, or severely worn teeth
- Failing crowns, bridges, and older restorations
- Complex bite concerns
- Multiple damaged or weakened teeth
- Full-mouth reconstruction
- Teeth requiring advanced restorative planning
Treatment may involve dental crowns, implant restorations, bridges, bonding, or a combination of services planned to work together as part of a complete smile.
Advanced Tooth-Replacement Options
Missing teeth can affect much more than appearance. Tooth loss may influence chewing, speech, bite balance, jawbone health, and the position of the surrounding teeth.
The practice will provide individualized tooth-replacement care, including:
- Dental implants
- Complete dentures
- Partial dentures
- Implant-supported dentures
- Overdentures
- All-on-X and fixed full-arch restorations
There is no single replacement option that is right for every patient. Dr. Mcilwain will evaluate each person's oral health, available bone, remaining teeth, lifestyle, and preferences before recommending treatment.
Denture Care, Adjustments, and Repairs
A broken, loose, or uncomfortable denture can disrupt eating, speaking, and daily routines. Wilmington Prosthodontics will provide denture evaluations, adjustments, maintenance, and repair services for both new and existing patients.
The practice will offer same-day and next-day denture repairs for many common concerns, depending on the type and extent of the damage.
Repair services may address:
- Broken or cracked denture bases
- Loose or damaged denture teeth
- Minor fit concerns and sore areas
- Everyday wear affecting comfort or function
More extensive concerns may require additional evaluation, relining, replacement, or a different restorative approach.
Cosmetic Care Grounded in Function
Cosmetic dentistry is most successful when appearance, comfort, and function are considered together.
Wilmington Prosthodontics will offer personalized cosmetic dentistry for patients interested in improving tooth shape, symmetry, proportion, or overall smile appearance.
Services may include:
- Dental veneers
- Composite bonding
- Cosmetic crowns and restorations
- Personalized smile design
- Comprehensive cosmetic and restorative treatment
Before treatment begins, Dr. Mcilwain will consider the health of the teeth, the condition of existing restorations, and the way the bite functions. This helps create results that are not only attractive but also comfortable and maintainable.
Modern Technology With a Personal Approach
The new office is being designed to combine modern clinical capabilities with the warmth and responsiveness of a privately owned practice.
Technology can help improve diagnostic information, treatment planning, communication, and the precision of restorative care. However, it does not replace the importance of listening carefully to each patient.
Every treatment plan will begin with a conversation about the patient's concerns, health, preferences, and priorities. Recommendations will be explained clearly so patients can make informed decisions without feeling rushed or pressured.
A Resource for Referring Dentists
Wilmington Prosthodontics will also serve as a collaborative resource for general dentists and dental specialists throughout the region.
Referring providers may involve Dr. Mcilwain when a patient requires advanced diagnosis, complex restorative planning, implant restoration, denture care, or coordinated treatment involving several providers.
Depending on the patient's needs, Wilmington Prosthodontics may provide a focused specialty service or help develop a comprehensive treatment plan in collaboration with the referring dentist.
The goal is to support—not replace—the patient's established relationship with their general dental provider.
Preparing to Welcome Patients in September
The Wilmington Prosthodontics team is working diligently to prepare the office, finalize clinical systems, and create a comfortable environment for patients and referring providers.
Additional announcements regarding the official opening date, appointment availability, and office updates will be shared as September approaches.
The practice will be located at our new Wilmington office, where patients will be able to receive specialized prosthodontic care close to home.
Connect With Wilmington Prosthodontics
Whether you have been referred by your dentist, are exploring options for replacing missing teeth, or need help with damaged restorations or uncomfortable dentures, Wilmington Prosthodontics looks forward to serving you.
Contact Wilmington Prosthodontics to ask a question, request additional information, or inquire about scheduling an appointment after the practice opens.