Convenient Access from Raintree
No neighborhood we serve sits closer to Mint City Dentistry than Raintree, and the drive takes about 3 minutes. For anyone who wants a dentist near Raintree, our south Charlotte office on Providence Road is practically next door. Dr. Ian Alvey and Dr. Dylan Sobin care for children, teens and adults, with appointments from 7:00 AM, Monday through Thursday.
From Raintree Lane at Rounding Run Road, follow the lane out to Pineville-Matthews Road (NC 51) and turn right. At Providence Road (NC 16), turn right and go a short way south. Then turn left onto Arboretum Shopping Center Dr, which leads into the office property. The whole trip is about 1.2 miles, with no tolls.
Even this short drive can slow at rush hour, since NCDOT counts show roughly 28,000 to 34,500 vehicles a day at the NC 51 and Providence Road intersection.
Our address is 8035 Providence Rd #310, Charlotte, NC 28277, on the east side of Providence Road just south of the NC 51 intersection. We sit across from the Arboretum, and Charlotte Fire Station 39, about 0.4 miles farther south, is a handy marker if you overshoot. Save the office pin from Google Maps before your first visit. Neighbors in Piper Glen and Matthews also reach us along NC 51.
A Neighborhood Dental Office for Raintree Households
Raintree is a single-family neighborhood in south Charlotte, laid out around the courses of the private Raintree Country Club. Its main lane runs between Providence Road and Pineville-Matthews Road, and Four Mile Creek and its tributary Rocky Branch wind through the area. With the office this close, a checkup takes only a small slice of your morning. That makes it far easier to keep every family member on schedule.
Much of your care can stay under one roof, from a child's first visit to crowns, implants and wisdom teeth. Dr. Alvey plans treatment with digital scans and 3D printing, and he makes sure you understand what the images show before anything begins. Walk-ins are accepted when the schedule allows, which helps when a filling chips unexpectedly. For planned visits, call the office or use the online form on our website.
Dental trouble does not always wait for a checkup. Established patients have an after-hours emergency line, with one of our dentists typically on call. New patients without insurance can book the $59 Emergency Exam & X-Ray, and we strive to fit you into our schedule. For trouble breathing, speaking or swallowing, or significant swelling, go straight to an emergency room.
Raintree Mornings, School Runs and Healthy Teeth
Many households here balance work with school drop-offs at nearby CMS campuses such as South Charlotte Middle, on the neighborhood's west side, and Providence High, about a mile northeast of our office. A 7:00 AM visit can fit before the first bell or the commute. Twice-a-year cleanings and exams catch small problems while they are still simple to fix. Sealants add another layer of protection to children's back teeth.
Adults in the neighborhood benefit from the same steady routine. Oral cancer screenings are part of our routine exams, and digital x-rays help our dentists spot decay hiding between teeth. Jaw clicking or morning headaches can point to a TMD problem, which we also treat. If it has been a while since your last cleaning, a fresh exam is the easiest place to start.
Teenagers bring their own questions. Wisdom teeth often need a look in the late teen years, and our office handles wisdom teeth extraction on site. Teens who want straighter teeth can bring up SureSmile clear aligners at their next cleaning.
Good habits at home do most of the work between visits. Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, floss once a day and replace a worn toothbrush every few months. Young children usually need a parent's help with brushing for their first several years.
William R. Davie Park, about a mile west of Raintree Lane, offers trails, a pond, a playground and Mecklenburg County's biggest dog park. Pack plain water for those outings rather than juice or sports drinks. Sipping sweet drinks for hours keeps teeth bathed in sugar, which feeds the bacteria behind cavities.
Treatments From Your Dentist Near Raintree
Family Dentistry
Cleanings, exams, sealants and oral cancer screenings for every age, from a toddler's first visit to grandparents. A 7:00 AM slot leaves Raintree parents time for the school drop-off afterward.
Restorative Dentistry
Tooth-colored fillings, root canal therapy and crowns repair teeth that decay or cracks have damaged. Living so close makes any follow-up visit simple.
Same-Day Crowns
With CEREC, our dentists design, mill and place a crown in a single visit, so there is no temporary crown to wear. It suits busy parents who would rather not book a second appointment.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Bonding, KoR teeth whitening and porcelain veneers can brighten a smile before a family photo or a big event. We talk through each option and what it involves before you decide.
TMD Treatment
Jaw discomfort, clicking and related headaches can come from the joint and muscles that move your jaw. Our dentists examine your bite and recommend care to ease the strain.
Meet Your Charlotte Dental Team
Dr. Ian Alvey grew up in nearby Pineville, earned his DMD at the Medical University of South Carolina and completed a residency in Asheville, where he also taught digital dentistry at MAHEC. He came home to establish Mint City Dentistry, and away from the office he wakeboards on Lake Wylie. Dr. Dylan Sobin adds advanced training in IV sedation and implants, and he works hard to put anxious patients at ease.
Insurance, Membership & Financing
We accept most major dental insurance carriers, and even out of network you can often use your benefits. Our team provides a free cost estimate before treatment. New patients without insurance can start with the $129 Cleaning, Exam & X-Ray, which covers a full cleaning, an oral health exam and all standard x-rays.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Mint City Dentistry from Raintree, and how do I get there?
Mint City Dentistry is about 1.2 miles from Raintree, roughly a 3-minute drive. Take Raintree Lane to Pineville-Matthews Road (NC 51), turn right onto Providence Road (NC 16), then left onto Arboretum Shopping Center Dr. For anyone searching for a dentist near Raintree, the office at 8035 Providence Rd #310 is about as close as it gets.
Can you fix a gap between my front teeth?
Yes, and there is more than one way to do it. Bonding can close a small gap with tooth-colored material, while porcelain veneers can reshape several front teeth at once. If the gap comes from how the teeth are lined up, SureSmile clear aligners can move them closer together. Our dentists help you weigh each option.
Do you take patients who don't have dental insurance?
Yes. New patients without insurance can start with the $129 Cleaning, Exam & X-Ray. After that, the In-Office Coverage Plan covers routine visits for a yearly fee, starting at $425 for an adult, with 15% off the cash price of advanced treatment. We also accept most major credit cards, cash, checks and CareCredit.
Do you check for oral cancer during routine exams?
Yes. Oral cancer screenings are part of our routine exams. During your checkup, our dentists look over the soft tissues of the mouth for changes that deserve a closer look. Problems found early are usually easier to treat, which is one more reason to keep your twice-a-year visits on the calendar.
What should I do if a filling falls out?
Call the office as soon as you can. Walk-ins are accepted when the schedule allows, and our team can tell you how soon to come in. Until then, keep the area clean and chew on the other side. Our dentists may place a new tooth-colored filling or, if the tooth has weakened, recommend a crown.
Schedule Your Visit from Raintree
When you are ready for a dentist near Raintree, call 980-479-0644 or book through the online form on our website. You can browse every community we welcome on our Areas We Serve page, or learn more about the practice on our Dentist Charlotte, NC homepage.