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Best Dentists in Hickory, NC (2026)

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    Best overall in Hickory: Dental Lounge, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

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49 Hickory clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 is open Saturdays and 2 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 1 has a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Hickory at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Hickory at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Best for
1Dental Lounge73—Overall, Implants
2The TLC Dentist - Dr Dimitri Lucas73——
3Catawba County Health Department725.0★ (1)—
4Bee Yang67——
5Dentist= Oakwood dental arts=Penny's dentist=DR. KYLE McKINNEY, DDS67——
6Dr. Donald L. Culbreth, DDS67——
7Dr. James Scheller67——
8Dr. Jennifer Hunter-Riley67——
9Dustin Hamren67——
10Jackson Hanigofsky67——

The 49 best dentists in Hickory, ranked

Ordered by DR Score, a 0–100 score from 6 published factors. Scores refresh weekly.

  1. Ranked #1 in Hickory

    #1 Dental Lounge

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dental LoungeFull profile
    In their words

    Welcome to Dental Lounge, Sydney’s premium dental practice conveniently located in the heart of the CBD. Come in and feel relaxed while enjoying the serene views of Sydney’s Botanical Gardens. Feel comfort in the care of experienced practitioners and friendly staff. We’re here to look after your needs and share your smile journey. Dental Lounge is unique to other dental practices. Others may send patients out of the house for elect treatments, however Dental Lounge offers…

    From Dental Lounge's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  2. #2 The TLC Dentist - Dr Dimitri Lucas

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at The TLC Dentist - Dr Dimitri LucasFull profile
    In their words

    At The TLC Dentist, we know how difficult it can be to make time to see the dentist. That's why we take appointments until 6:30pm Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays and we're open on Saturdays until 2pm! We provide quality dental care at a time that's convenient to you.

    From The TLC Dentist - Dr Dimitri Lucas's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  13. #13 Valley Hills Dentistry

    1624 Tate Blvd SE, Hickory, NC 28602, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 6:30 PM.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 7:30 AM–6:30 PM · Thu closed · Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Valley Hills DentistryFull profile(828) 267-6800
    In their words

    Valley Hills Dentistry is proud to be part of a tradition of clinical excellence. Dr. Wesley Shaw and his team strive to provide nothing but the best dental care available by using the newest techniques and technologies available in dentistry. Our well-trained staff is always working hard to ensure that every patient feels welcome and at ease. Our practice holds your comfort as our first concern.

    From Valley Hills Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  14. #14 Dr. Jon Hartley, DMD

    1850 Clement Blvd NW, Hickory, NC 28601, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 12 PM.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Jon Hartley, DMDFull profile(828) 267-0651

  15. #15 Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry

    1781 Tate Blvd SE Suite 204, Hickory, NC 28602

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 6:30 PM.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6:30 PM · Tue–Thu 8:15 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Growing Smiles Pediatric DentistryFull profile(828) 855-3779

  17. #17 McKinney-Graham Dental Arts

    221 13th Ave Pl NW, Hickory, NC 28601

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at McKinney-Graham Dental ArtsFull profile(828) 328-5581
    In their words

    Smiles Well Crafted” - McKinney-Graham Dental Arts - Hickory’s Finest Cosmetic and Comprehensive Dental Practice Smiles Well Crafted McKinney-Graham Dental Arts - Hickory’s Finest Cosmetic and Comprehensive Dental Practice “Hickory appreciates what is “well-crafted,” and we believe that’s exactly how our teeth should be. Our goal here is to create the finest dental practice in the area. Our vision together, as McKinney-Graham Dental Arts, is to be the best that we can be.

    From McKinney-Graham Dental Arts's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 Mountain View Family Dentistry

    3055 S Hwy 127, Hickory, NC 28602, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Mountain View Family DentistryFull profile(828) 294-1448
    In their words

    FAMILY DENTISTRY + PROSTHODONTICS Mountain View Family Dentistry provides Family Dentistry, Advanced Prosthodontics, and Maxillofacial Prosthetics.  FAMILY DENTISTRY PROSTHODONTICS INCLUDING COSMETIC DENTISTRY IMPLANT PLACEMENT AND RESTORATION INCLUDING ALL ON FOUR PROSTHESIS ANXIETY CONTROL DENTISTRY EMERGENCY DENTAL CARE PREVENTATIVE CARE Regular exams are an important part of maintaining your oral health.  DIGITAL X-RAYS We utilize advanced digital X-ray technology; we…

    From Mountain View Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 Catawba Valley Dental: Pate Raymond G DMD,PA

    2315 Catawba Valley Blvd SE #5th, Hickory, NC 28602

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:15 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Catawba Valley Dental: Pate Raymond G DMD,PAFull profile(828) 327-7283

  20. #20 Dr. Mark Covington

    915 Tate Blvd SE #178, Hickory, NC 28602

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–4:30 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Mark CovingtonFull profile(828) 322-4258

  22. #22 Hickory Dental Care

    1170 Fairgrove Church Rd SE Suite B, Hickory, NC 28602

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–6 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Hickory Dental CareFull profile(828) 826-1476
    In their words

    We are a leading dental care practice in Hickory, North Carolina. We understand the importance of good dental hygiene and oral care and are committed to providing you the best care in a relaxed, pleasant environment. From common problems to gum disease, Dr. Spencer provides an array of dental services to meet your needs, all in one location. Using the latest technology, our experienced staff works together as a team to give you exceptional dental care from the time you walk…

    From Hickory Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Covington Dental

    915 Tate Blvd SE #178, Hickory, NC 28602, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–4:30 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Covington DentalFull profile(828) 322-4258

  24. #24 Viewmont Family Dentistry

    2782 2nd St NE, Hickory, NC 28601

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–4 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Viewmont Family DentistryFull profile(828) 267-6858

All 49 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #49, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Fresh Dental Hickory NC37
27EcoDental37
28Compass Dental37
29Dr. Alexander Kutuza, KOS ENDODONTICS LLC37
30Dr. George W. Clay III, DDS37
31Gunter Coke S DDS37
32McDonald Family Dentistry37
33Oakwood Dental Arts37
34Hickory Dentist37
35Hickory Heights Dental37
36McAllister Dentistry - John S. McAllister DDS37
37Dentistry of Mountain View37
383rd Avenue Dental37
39Heesch Marty E DDS37
40J Mark Helton DDS PA33
41Smile Starters- Hickory33
42Brown & Neuwirth Oral and Cosmetic Surgery Center33
43DentalWorks Hickory33
44Green Park Dentistry33
45Straka William F, DDS, PA33
46John L. Hyatt, DDS, MS33
47Grace Dental33
48Kristin Herring, DDS17
49Dr. Jessica Kassovic15

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Best dentists in Hickory by need

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Best for emergency in Hickory

No Hickory clinic lists emergency or same-day care in our data yet.

Best for kids in Hickory

No Hickory clinic lists kid-friendly care in our data yet.

Best for implants in Hickory

1

Dental Lounge

Highest-ranked of 46 Hickory clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: The TLC Dentist - Dr Dimitri Lucas (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Hickory

49

Dr. Jessica Kassovic

Highest-ranked of 47 Hickory clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #47 for invisalign and #49 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dental Lounge (#1 overall)

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Best for root canal in Hickory

1

Dental Lounge

Highest-ranked of 45 Hickory clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: The TLC Dentist - Dr Dimitri Lucas (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Hickory

1

Dental Lounge

Highest-ranked of 47 Hickory clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: The TLC Dentist - Dr Dimitri Lucas (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Hickory

1

Dental Lounge

Highest-ranked of 45 Hickory clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: The TLC Dentist - Dr Dimitri Lucas (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Hickory

No Hickory clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in Hickory?

Typical prices before insurance, in USD. Each row names its source.

How much does a dentist cost in Hickory?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$102–$306DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Teeth Cleaning$77–$204DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Emergency Care$102–$510DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Root Canal$714–$1,428DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Tooth Extraction$204–$714DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Wisdom Teeth Removal$204–$714DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Dental Implants$1,530–$6,120DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Invisalign$3,570–$7,650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Braces$3,060–$7,140DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Dental Crowns$816–$1,836DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Dentures$1,020–$3,060DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Veneers$918–$2,550DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Teeth Whitening$204–$612DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Dental Bonding$306–$612DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Cosmetic Fillings$306–$612DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Cosmetic Dentistry$510–$5,100DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Full Restoration$15,300–$51,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina

Emergency and weekend dentists in Hickory

Clinics that list same-day or emergency care, or post Saturday, Sunday or after-6 PM hours. Severe swelling or bleeding: go to a hospital.

How we ranked Hickory dentists

We scored 49 Hickory clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured clinics are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Hickory data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
Access15%Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patientsMeasured
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

Dentists in Hickory: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Hickory?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Hickory, NC is Dental Lounge (DR Score 73/100). The TLC Dentist - Dr Dimitri Lucas (#2) and Catawba County Health Department (#3) follow. We ranked 49 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Hickory are open on Saturday?

1 of 49 Hickory dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Dr. Jon Hartley, DMD (until 12 PM). None of the listed clinics post Sunday hours. Hours come from each clinic's listing as of October 2026, so call ahead on holidays.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Hickory?

No Hickory clinic lists emergency care, but 2 are open after 6 PM, led by Valley Hills Dentistry (#13) and Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry (#15). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Hickory?

A dental cleaning in Hickory typically costs $77–$204 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

How many dentists are there in Hickory?

DentistsRanked lists 49 dental clinics in Hickory, NC, and 49 are ranked by DR Score. 1 post Saturday hours and 2 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 48 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Hickory

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 49 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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