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Best Dentists in Shelby, NC (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Shelby: Cody Labelle, DR Score 67/100 and 17 of 17 services.

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15 Shelby clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 2 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 10 dentists in Shelby at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Shelby at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekendsBest for
1Cody Labelle67—Overall, Implants
2Dental Arts Inc67——
3Douglas C Huitt PA67——
4Turner Philip E DDS67——
5HP43Evenings—
6Aspen Dental43Evenings—
7Shelby Dental Care Center37——
8Joseph R Hendrick, Jr., DDS., PA37——
9Cornerstone Dental Associates37——
10Hounshell Family Dentistry37——

The 15 best dentists in Shelby, ranked

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

  1. #6 Aspen Dental

    1108 E Dixon Blvd, Shelby, NC 28152, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–12:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Shelby,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 environment…

    From Aspen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #7 Shelby Dental Care Center

    139 W Ross Grove Rd, Shelby, NC 28150

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–6 PM · Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Shelby Dental Care Center is a dental office located in Shelby, NC. Our office provides emergency dentistry services, cosmetic dentistry services, preventative dentistry services, and general dentistry services. We offer a wide range of dental services to meet the needs of our patients. We are committed to providing high-quality dental care at an affordable price. We strive to make our patients feel comfortable and relaxed while they are in our office. For more information…

    From Shelby Dental Care Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #9 Cornerstone Dental Associates

    101 Life Enrichment Blvd, Shelby, NC 28150, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 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

    COMPREHENSIVE DENTAL CARE AND HEALTH IS OUR FOCUS. At Cornerstone Dental Associates we know dental health is essential for maintaining optimal health. Your mouth’s important functions range from nourishment of your entire body to your self esteem and confidence in your smile. Constant wear and tear occurs because you use your mouth all the time. With the most up to date, comprehensive approach to dental care your beautiful smile will always be the "cornerstone" for your…

    From Cornerstone Dental Associates's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #11 Plaster Family Dentistry

    1455 E Marion St Suite F, Shelby, NC 28150, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–2 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Best dentists in Shelby by need

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

Best for emergency in Shelby

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

Best for kids in Shelby

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

Best for implants in Shelby

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Cody Labelle

Highest-ranked of 15 Shelby clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dental Arts Inc (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Shelby

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Cody Labelle

Highest-ranked of 15 Shelby clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dental Arts Inc (#2 overall)

Invisalign in Shelby →

Best for root canal in Shelby

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Cody Labelle

Highest-ranked of 15 Shelby clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dental Arts Inc (#2 overall)

Root Canal in Shelby →

Best for cosmetic in Shelby

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Cody Labelle

Highest-ranked of 15 Shelby clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dental Arts Inc (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Shelby →

Best for dentures & seniors in Shelby

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Cody Labelle

Highest-ranked of 15 Shelby clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dental Arts Inc (#2 overall)

Dentures in Shelby →

Best for budget & insurance in Shelby

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

How much does a dentist cost in Shelby?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Shelby?
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 Shelby

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.

  • HP#5

    Mon closed · Tue–Wed 8 AM–9:33 PM · Thu 8:55 AM–9:33 PM · Fri 8 AM–4:35 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    Evenings

  • Aspen Dental#6

    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–12:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    Evenings

    Call (704) 284-5174

How we ranked Shelby dentists

We scored 15 Shelby clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Shelby 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 Shelby: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Shelby?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Shelby, NC is Cody Labelle (DR Score 67/100). Dental Arts Inc (#2) and Douglas C Huitt PA (#3) follow. We ranked 15 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Shelby?

No Shelby clinic lists emergency care, but 2 are open after 6 PM, led by HP (#5) and Aspen Dental (#6). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Shelby?

A dental cleaning in Shelby 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 Shelby?

DentistsRanked lists 15 dental clinics in Shelby, NC, and 15 are ranked by DR Score. 2 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 15 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Shelby

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 15 clinics.