Convenient Access from Matthews
Plan on about 10 minutes for the drive from downtown Matthews to Mint City Dentistry in south Charlotte. If you are weighing a dentist in Matthews, NC against a short trip down the road, our office sits along the same NC 51 corridor that runs through town. Dr. Ian Alvey and Dr. Dylan Sobin provide family, restorative and cosmetic care, with appointments from 7:00 AM, Monday through Thursday.
Starting at Town Hall, head out via East Matthews Street, North Trade Street and West John Street. From John Street, pick up NC 51, first signed as Matthews Township Parkway and then as Pineville-Matthews Road, heading southwest. After about 2.4 miles on that stretch, turn left onto Arboretum Shopping Center Dr into the office property. The full drive is about 4.4 miles, with no tolls.
You will find us at 8035 Providence Rd #310, Charlotte, NC 28277, just south of the point where NC 51 meets Providence Road and across from the Arboretum. Pull up the office in Google Maps and save it for the trip. Patients from Stallings and Raintree visit us too. Rush hour adds time on NC 51, so give yourself a cushion for early appointments.
Matthews and Our Office, One Road Apart
Matthews has grown from a small railroad stop of a couple hundred people in the 1880s to a town of nearly 30,000 at the 2020 census, a sizable Mecklenburg County town. The town's history page recalls the early nickname Stumptown, from the tree stumps that cotton farming left behind. Stumptown Park on South Trade Street still carries the name, and the first train arrived in December 1874. You can read the full story on the Town of Matthews history page.
Incorporated in 1879, the town borders Charlotte to the west, Mint Hill to the northeast and Stallings to the southeast. Major routes through town include US 74, I-485 and NC 51. The last of those makes the trip to our office straightforward, since you can stay on it almost the whole way.
Once you arrive, your whole family can be seen in one place. Our dentists treat children, teens, parents and grandparents, and the team aims to meet all your dental needs in one location. That covers cleanings and checkups as well as crowns, wisdom teeth and implants, so you are not hunting for a new office each time treatment changes. Digital x-rays and intraoral scanners help our dentists show you exactly what they see.
Matthews Schedules, Teens and Everyday Dental Care
Regular cleanings remove the hardened buildup that brushing misses, and exams catch decay while a small tooth-colored filling can still fix it. Waiting until something hurts often means a bigger repair, such as a crown or root canal therapy. A 7:00 AM appointment lets you handle that care before work and still get on with the day.
Teens at CMS schools in town, such as Butler High and Crestdale Middle, keep busy calendars, and the late teen years are when wisdom teeth often need attention. Dr. Sobin's advanced training in oral surgery supports wisdom teeth extraction in our office. IV sedation is available for patients who want it, with a friend or family member driving them home.
Older adults have their own priorities: worn teeth, aging fillings and gum health. Our dentists check each of these at routine exams, which also include oral cancer screenings. Catching problems early keeps treatment simpler and usually less costly.
For children, early visits set the tone. Our family dentistry starts with a child's first visit, and sealants protect the chewing surfaces of back teeth, where cavities often begin. Kids who see the dentist regularly tend to treat checkups as routine rather than something to dread.
Toothaches rarely arrive at a convenient moment. If you are already a patient, our after-hours emergency line has one of our dentists typically on call. New patients without insurance can book the $59 Emergency Exam & X-Ray, which covers a focused exam, any needed x-rays and treatment recommendations.
The Four Mile Creek Greenway runs 2.34 miles through Matthews, with parking at Squirrel Lake Park on Pleasant Plains Road. Active families who walk or bike it should carry water rather than sugary sports drinks, which coat teeth in sugar for hours.
Care for Patients Seeking a Dentist in Matthews, NC
Restorative Dentistry
Tooth-colored fillings, root canal therapy and crowns rebuild teeth damaged by decay or cracks. Come in at 7:00 AM and be back on NC 51 heading to work afterward.
Family Dentistry
Cleanings, exams, sealants and oral cancer screenings for kids, parents and grandparents. Keeping every family member's records with one office makes scheduling far simpler.
Wisdom Teeth Extraction
Wisdom teeth extraction is one of the procedures handled in our office. Teens and young adults from Matthews can pair it with IV sedation if they prefer.
SureSmile®
SureSmile clear aligners straighten teeth gradually without metal brackets. They are a discreet choice for patients who want a straighter smile.
Sedation Dentistry
For longer procedures or real nerves, twilight or moderate IV sedation is given right in our office. You relax through treatment and leave with a friend or family member at the wheel.
Meet Your Charlotte Dental Team
Dr. Dylan Sobin belongs to the ADA, the AGD, the American Academy of Implant Dentistry and the American Dental Education Association, and he volunteers with the Special Olympics Special Smiles program. A South Carolina native, he earned his DMD at MUSC. Dr. Ian Alvey makes sure every patient understands their oral health and options before treatment begins.
Insurance, Membership & Financing
Most major dental insurance carriers are accepted here, and even if we are out of network, you can often still use your benefits. Before treatment, the team prepares a free cost estimate. We take most major credit cards, cash and checks, and CareCredit financing can spread out larger costs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Mint City Dentistry from Matthews, and how do I get there?
Mint City Dentistry is about 4.4 miles from Matthews Town Hall, roughly a 10-minute drive. The route follows John Street onto NC 51 and stays on it southwest to Arboretum Shopping Center Dr. Anyone comparing a dentist in Matthews, NC with our office can make the trip on one main road.
Will I get a cost estimate before treatment starts?
Yes. Our team gives a free cost estimate before treatment, whether you use insurance or pay on your own. With insurance, we help you see how your benefits apply, even if we are out of network. You can then decide with the numbers in front of you and plan payment by cash, card, check or CareCredit.
Can I use the $129 cleaning offer if I have insurance?
No. The $129 Cleaning, Exam & X-Ray is for new patients without insurance only. It includes a full cleaning, an oral health exam and all standard x-rays. If you have coverage, your cleaning and exam are handled through your dental benefits instead, and our team can walk you through how that works.
Do I need someone to drive me home after IV sedation?
Yes. Anyone who chooses IV sedation, whether twilight or moderate, needs a friend or family member to drive them home afterward. Arrange the ride before your appointment so the trip back is settled. Our dentists also rely on thorough numbing and a gentle technique for patients who prefer to stay fully alert.
How do I book my first appointment?
Call our office or use the online form behind the Book Appointment button on our website. New patients are welcome on a first-come, first-served basis, and walk-ins are accepted when the schedule allows. Let us know whether you have insurance so our team can explain your benefits or the new-patient offers.
Schedule Your Visit from Matthews
If you have been searching for a dentist in Matthews, NC, Mint City Dentistry is a short drive down NC 51. Call 980-479-0644 or use the online form to book. See the other communities we welcome on our Areas We Serve page, or visit our Dentist Charlotte, NC homepage to learn more about the practice.