Convenient Access from SouthPark
Allow roughly 12 minutes to drive from SouthPark to Mint City Dentistry, heading southeast on Providence Road to our stretch of south Charlotte. People who work or live in the district and want a dentist near SouthPark can be in the chair at 7:00 AM, Monday through Thursday, and on with the workday soon after. Dr. Ian Alvey and Dr. Dylan Sobin offer cosmetic care, SureSmile clear aligners and IV sedation alongside routine cleanings.
From SouthPark Regional Library on Carnegie Boulevard, take Colony Road south and turn east onto Fairview Road for about 1.6 miles. Turn right onto Providence Road (NC 16) and follow it southeast for about 4.1 miles. Turn left onto Arboretum Shopping Center Dr, which brings you into the office property. The trip covers about 6.3 miles in all, with no tolls.
The office is at 8035 Providence Rd #310, Charlotte, NC 28277, across from the Arboretum and a short way past the NC 51 intersection. Keep the Google Maps listing handy for your first trip. Patients from Quail Hollow and Carmel come to us too, and the district also borders Myers Park and Cotswold.
Early Appointments for the SouthPark Workday
SouthPark, a Charlotte district in Mecklenburg County, is one of the city's main office and shopping areas, centered on the meeting of Fairview and Sharon roads. It takes its name from SouthPark Mall, which opened on February 12, 1970, on land that was once part of Governor Cameron Morrison's 3,000-acre farm. Morrison's Morrocroft manor, built from 1925 to 1927, still stands and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. Symphony Park, the district's outdoor amphitheater, long hosted the Charlotte Symphony's Summer Pops.
Around the business district sit residential neighborhoods such as Barclay Downs, Beverly Woods, Foxcroft and Sharon Woods, with nearby CMS schools including Sharon Elementary and Beverly Woods Elementary. That mix means professionals heading to the office and parents arranging checkups for the kids both need visits that fit the clock.
Our first appointments begin at 7:00 AM, Monday through Thursday. A cleaning or a short repair can wrap up before the first meeting of the day, and walk-ins are accepted when the schedule allows. Rush hour on Providence Road adds time to the drive, so build a small cushion into your morning.
Dental Priorities for Patients Who Work in SouthPark
Client meetings, presentations and photos put a smile on display. Coffee and tea stain enamel over time, and KoR teeth whitening or bonding can freshen a smile. For crowding or gaps, SureSmile clear aligners straighten teeth without brackets showing in every meeting.
Stress shows up in the mouth too. Clenching or grinding during a demanding week can wear teeth and strain the jaw, and our TMD treatment addresses jaw discomfort, clicking and related headaches. Worn or cracked teeth can be rebuilt with a CEREC crown designed, milled and placed in one visit.
If dental visits make you tense, you are not alone, and you do not have to white-knuckle through treatment. IV sedation, twilight or moderate, can help you through longer work, with a friend or family member driving you home afterward. Thorough numbing and a gentle technique support every visit.
Prevention still does the heavy lifting. Twice-a-year cleanings remove the surface stains and buildup that daily coffee leaves behind, and exams catch decay before it needs more than a small tooth-colored filling. Oral cancer screenings are part of each routine exam. Keeping those visits on the calendar is the easiest way to avoid a dental surprise in the middle of a busy quarter.
No dental insurance through work? New patients without insurance can start with the $129 Cleaning, Exam & X-Ray, which includes a full cleaning, an oral health exam and all standard x-rays. The In-Office Coverage Plan then covers ongoing checkups and cleanings for a yearly fee.
A cracked tooth or sudden toothache rarely waits for a convenient day. New patients without insurance can book the $59 Emergency Exam & X-Ray, and we strive to fit you into our schedule. Established patients can call the after-hours emergency line instead.
Your Dentist Near SouthPark for Cosmetic and Everyday Care
SureSmile®
Clear aligners shift teeth in planned steps and come out for meals and brushing. SouthPark professionals can straighten their smile without metal showing during presentations.
Cosmetic Dentistry
KoR teeth whitening, bonding and porcelain veneers address stains, chips and uneven edges. Each plan begins with a look at your goals and your oral health.
Sedation Dentistry
Twilight or moderate IV sedation, given in our office, helps nervous patients through longer visits. Bring a driver for the trip back to SouthPark.
Same-Day Crowns
A broken tooth can be restored with a CEREC crown designed, milled and placed in one visit. For a packed calendar, that means one appointment instead of two.
TMD Treatment
A sore jaw, a clicking joint or tension headaches after long days at a desk deserve a closer look. Our dentists evaluate the bite and jaw joint, then recommend ways to ease the load.
Meet Your Charlotte Dental Team
Dr. Ian Alvey brings real enthusiasm for technology to every case, using digital scans and 3D printing to personalize treatment, and he keeps patients informed at each step. Dr. Dylan Sobin, who volunteers with the Special Olympics Special Smiles program, has advanced training in IV sedation and oral surgery. Away from work, he enjoys kayaking and camping.
Insurance, Membership & Financing
Most major dental insurance carriers are accepted, and the team gives a free cost estimate before any treatment. CareCredit financing can help with cosmetic work or aligners, alongside credit cards, cash and checks. Uninsured patients on the $425-a-year Adult Plan receive $500 off SureSmile.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Mint City Dentistry from SouthPark, and how do I get there?
Mint City Dentistry is about 6.3 miles from SouthPark, roughly a 12-minute drive. Take Colony Road to Fairview Road, then follow Providence Road (NC 16) southeast to Arboretum Shopping Center Dr. For a dentist near SouthPark with 7:00 AM starts, that route lets you fit a visit in before the workday.
Can I straighten and whiten my teeth at the same office?
Yes. SureSmile clear aligners and KoR teeth whitening are both offered here, along with bonding and porcelain veneers. Our dentists can plan the steps in an order that suits your smile, so you are not juggling separate offices. Often it makes sense to straighten first and whiten afterward, once the teeth are in their new positions.
I had a bad experience at another dentist. Can you help me feel comfortable?
Yes. Dr. Sobin works to help patients with dental anxiety or difficult past experiences feel at ease. Our dentists explain each step before it happens, use thorough numbing and a gentle technique, and offer IV sedation for patients who want it. You can talk through your concerns before any treatment begins.
Can a cracked tooth be saved?
Often, yes, if it is treated early. A small crack may only need bonding or a filling, while a deeper one usually calls for a crown, which CEREC lets us place in one visit. If the crack reaches the nerve, root canal therapy may come first. A crack that splits the root can mean an extraction and an implant.
Do you accept my employer's dental insurance?
Most likely. We accept most major dental insurance carriers, so many employer plans work here. Even if your plan lists us as out of network, you can often still use your benefits. Our team helps you check your coverage and gives a free cost estimate before treatment, so you know your share up front.
Schedule Your Visit from SouthPark
A dentist near SouthPark is only a short drive down Providence Road. Call 980-479-0644 or use the online form to request your appointment, then explore our Areas We Serve page or the Dentist Charlotte, NC homepage for more about Mint City Dentistry.