If you live in a city, you’ll have dozens or even hundreds of dentists to choose from. DenScore will help you find the best dentist nearby so you can get the most appropriate and affordable dental care possible.

How does DenScore determine who the best dentists are?

DenScore rates dentists based on their clinical qualifications, patient satisfaction, scheduling flexibility, and other criteria. If dentists request to be included in our Best Dentist list, they are thoroughly vetted and must meet our strict quality control standards to be listed.




Some of the dentists below may pay for a sponsored listing in order to appear at the top of the list but they are subject to our strict quality control guidelines like every other dentist. Whether you view our Best Dentist list or any other website, we always recommend that you do your own research before choosing a dentist. Please view our Terms of Service for more information.

RankDental OfficeAddressPhone Number
1Stanley Family Dentistry400 S Hwy 27, Stanley, NC 28164704-263-3770
2West Lake Dentistry298 NC-16 suite e, Denver, NC 28037704-483-1870
3Christmastown Dentistry: Travis L. Nixon, DDS, PA; Shanda T. Fangman, DDS; Tarah J. Coleman, DDS309 Wesleyan Dr, Gastonia, NC 28056704-824-4311
4Oblinger Family Dentistry225 S Hawthorne St, Mt Holly, NC 28120704-827-0206
5Stover Family Dentistry1367 E Garrison Blvd STE A, Gastonia, NC 28054704-864-8393
6Austin Orthodontics701 S Laurel St # 1, Lincolnton, NC 28092704-735-1606
7Duren & Marsh Dentistry – Belmont25 Myrtle St, Belmont, NC 28012704-825-8652
8Avason Family Dentistry7476 Waterside Loop Rd STE 100, Denver, NC 28037704-820-9797
9Denver Dentistry2226 NC-16 Business, Denver, NC 28037704-489-9100
10Family Dental Health of Maiden401 Island Ford Rd, Maiden, NC 28650828-428-3737
11Austin Dentistry640 S Magnolia St, Lincolnton, NC 28092704-732-3336
12Cloninger III John L DDS – Dentist Lincolnton NC 28092904 Dontia Dr, Lincolnton, NC 28092704-735-0765
13Oak Ridge Dental Arts Belmont Dentist203 S Main St, Belmont, NC 28012704-825-9635
14Oak Ridge Dental Arts Stanley Dentist115 E College St, Stanley, NC 28164704-263-8845
15Cooper Family Dentistry414 S York St, Gastonia, NC 28052704-865-0490
16Plaster Family Dentistry1455 E Marion St Suite F, Shelby, NC 28150704-487-7391
17Summit Family Dentistry275 NC-16 Business STE 101, Denver, NC 28037980-222-7501
18Dedmond & Tallent Dentistry1435 N Aspen St, Lincolnton, NC 28092704-735-7001
19Gastonia Family Dentistry649 N New Hope Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054704-854-8887
20Dentistry of Mountain View2708 NC-127 South, Hickory, NC 28602828-672-1000
21Cloninger Dentistry1015 E Church St, Cherryville, NC 28021704-435-6916
22West LKN Dentistry, P.A. – Dental Implants Denver NC510 NC-16 Business, Denver, NC 28037704-966-1778
23Lincolnton Family Dentistry821 E Sycamore St, Lincolnton, NC 28092704-735-3117
24Dentistry of the Carolinas – Gastonia2641 Court Dr suite b, Gastonia, NC 28054704-824-6988
25Gaston Dental Associates816 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054704-396-6166
26Comfort & Care Dentistry518 N Generals Blvd SUITE F, Lincolnton, NC 28092704-748-1110
27Carolina Dentistry and Dentures3090-A, 3090 NC-27, Lincolnton, NC 28092704-732-2629
28Magnolia Dentistry910 Dontia Dr, Lincolnton, NC 28092980-284-2108
29Aspen Dental – Lincolnton, NC1432 E Main St, Lincolnton, NC 28092704-276-7541
30Collins Family Dentistry6135 NC-16, Denver, NC 28037704-483-4159

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Will dental insurance help me save money on dental care?

Dental treatment can be very affordable when people find the best dental insurance plan for their needs. Families that qualify for low-cost medical care can get Medicaid dental coverage, which provides free dental care to children. However, most states cover only a limited number of dental procedures for adults. For elderly patients, regular Medicare doesn’t cover dental care, but many Medicare Advantage plans offer excellent dental coverage, enabling seniors to save a lot of money on expensive dental procedures.

What are other ways to spend less money on dental care?

The best way to spend less money on dental care is to prevent problems from starting in the first place. Doing these things for your oral hygiene, limiting sugar intake and avoiding tobacco products will keep your teeth and gums healthy over time. If you have dental insurance, you’ll usually save a lot of money by seeing an in-network dentist. But if you don’t have dental insurance, have no fear! Some dental offices provide membership plans that can make dental care more affordable. Also, dentists’ prices vary considerably, so we recommend that you call a few dental offices to compare the cost of the same dental procedure if paying with cash.

How do I know if I’m getting the right dental treatment?

Whether you have a tooth that needs to be fixed, a gum problem, or concerns about your smile, there are likely multiple ways to treat your condition. DenScore’s free online dental tool will provide you with information so you can ask your dentist the right questions and get the high-quality dental care you deserve.

Why isn’t my dentist on this list?

Maybe we missed something! If your dentist is awesome, contact us and we’ll have a look!