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Best Dentists in Lexington, NC (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Lexington: East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine - Davidson County, NC, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

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28 Lexington clinics are ranked here by DR Score. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 10 dentists in Lexington at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Lexington at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreBest for
1East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine - Davidson County, NC73Overall, Implants
2Auman Kenneth G DDS67—
3Bentley Bonnie67—
4CareATC67—
5Dr. Charles W. Hoover, DDS67—
6Endodontics67—
7Hoover & Hoover67—
8Irving Steven P DDS67—
9James Wright67—
10Jerry Laws67—

The 28 best dentists in Lexington, ranked

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

  1. #19 Pugh Family Dental

    803 E Center St, Lexington, NC 27292, United States

    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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    For complete dental care in Lexington, NC, visit the office of married dentists Caitlin Miller Pugh, DMD and Scott Z. Pugh, DMD. Formerly, Dr. Jerry A. Laws, DDS since 1980, Pugh Family Dental provides the Lexington community with all forms of general and cosmetic dentistry, as well as restorative dental care. Whether you’re looking for a routine teeth cleaning or you’re in urgent need of a root canal, Dr. Miller Pugh and Dr. Pugh are here to help. You will feel a part of…

    From Pugh Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #20 Welcome Family Dentistry - Tumbarello DMD, Michael R.

    5569 Old U.S. Hwy 52, Lexington, NC 27295

    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 closed · Tue–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #21 Carolina Pines Dentistry

    1 Weaver Dr #1, Lexington, NC 27292

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Carolina Pines Dentistry where we offer total health dentistry that is relevant to your oral and general health. Our office excels in providing cosmetic, restorative, preventive, metal free braces and general dentistry services. We strive to offer the same quality, complex procedures and up to date treatments in our small town that are normally only found in large cities.

    From Carolina Pines Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #22 Aspen Dental

    1506 Cotton Grove Rd, Lexington, NC 27292, United States

    33/10030% 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 AM–6 PM · Tue–Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Lexington,NC offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care…

    From Aspen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #23 Affordable Dentures & Implants

    29 Plaza Pkwy, Lexington, NC 27292

    33/10030% 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–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Affordable Dentures of Lexington, NC are uniquely focused on replacing missing teeth, and helping transform your smile and your life. Our services include dental implants, full or partial dentures, tooth extractions and other dental specialties. Our skilled technicians in the onsite lab craft dentures in hours, not days. Our Practice Owner dentists provide unique treatment plans to match your needs and your budget. You will not find better quality for less. Come see for…

    From Affordable Dentures & Implants's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #24 Southern Dental Associates of Lexington

    1370 Piedmont Dr #200, Lexington, NC 27295, United States

    33/10030% 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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Southern Dental Associates of Lexington, we endeavor to provide first-class services to our patients in a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment. Because we offer both general and pediatric dentistry, we are prepared to serve every member of your family, from young to old, under one roof. Our board certified dentists and all other members of our team are committed to greeting you with a smile and making your entire experience the best it can be.

    From Southern Dental Associates of Lexington's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 28 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #28, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

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Best dentists in Lexington by need

One pick per need, with the clinic that comes next. Every pick names the condition it wins on.

Best for emergency in Lexington

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

Best for kids in Lexington

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

Best for implants in Lexington

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East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine - Davidson County, NC

Highest-ranked of 28 Lexington clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Auman Kenneth G DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Lexington

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East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine - Davidson County, NC

Highest-ranked of 28 Lexington clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Auman Kenneth G DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in Lexington

1

East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine - Davidson County, NC

Highest-ranked of 28 Lexington clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Auman Kenneth G DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Lexington

1

East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine - Davidson County, NC

Highest-ranked of 28 Lexington clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Auman Kenneth G DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Lexington

1

East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine - Davidson County, NC

Highest-ranked of 28 Lexington clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Auman Kenneth G DDS (#2 overall)

Dentures in Lexington →

Best for budget & insurance in Lexington

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

How much does a dentist cost in Lexington?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Lexington?
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

How we ranked Lexington dentists

We scored 28 Lexington clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. 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 Lexington data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
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 Lexington: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Lexington?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Lexington, NC is East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine - Davidson County, NC (DR Score 73/100). Auman Kenneth G DDS (#2) and Bentley Bonnie (#3) follow. We ranked 28 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

How much is a dental cleaning in Lexington?

A dental cleaning in Lexington 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 Lexington?

DentistsRanked lists 28 dental clinics in Lexington, NC, and 28 are ranked by DR Score. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 28 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Lexington

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 28 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.