Gastonia, NC Dentists
Dental.me currently ranks 58 dental offices in Gastonia, NC (Gaston County). 12 have Google rating data across 3,597 reviews, averaging 4.72 stars. Current score leaders include Valerie Holmes Waddell, DDS, PA and Gaston Orthodontics. Featured placements remain separate from organic rank.
Last updated Aug 6, 2026 · How we rank →
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Dentists in Gastonia
Showing 1–15 of 58 · page 1 of 4Featured placements are labeled and shown separately. They do not affect the Dental.me Score or the organic ranking below.
The Gastonia dental market, by the numbers
A live read on how Gastonia’s 58 offices compare — unique to this city, drawn from the same data behind every practice profile.
Dental.me Score distribution
How Gastonia’s rated offices spread across score tiers.
Rating vs. North Carolina
Average Google rating across rated Gastonia offices.
Gastonia dental leaders
Two independent cuts of the same data — highest scored, and most reviewed.
Highest Dental.me Score
Top of the independent, non-paid ranking.
- Valerie Holmes Waddell, DDS, PAScore 98 · 5.0 ★ · 751 reviews
- Gaston OrthodonticsScore 98 · 4.9 ★ · 661 reviews
- Current DentistryScore 97 · 5.0 ★ · 327 reviews
- James B. Macomson DDS, Mso,PAScore 96 · 5.0 ★ · 232 reviews
- McIntyre EndodonticsScore 96 · 4.9 ★ · 163 reviews
Most reviewed offices
Largest Google review counts in Gastonia.
- John Lindberg1,002 reviews · 4.3 ★
- Valerie Holmes Waddell, DDS, PA751 reviews · 5.0 ★
- Gaston Orthodontics661 reviews · 4.9 ★
- Current Dentistry327 reviews · 5.0 ★
- Dr. W. David White, DDS, PA290 reviews · 4.8 ★
Dental group profile matches in Gastonia
1 local profiles match the recognizable group names below. These are independent directory matches, not claims of affiliation.
Aspen Dental in Gastonia: John Lindberg.
Open each linked Gastonia profile to verify its address, phone, website, rating, review count, and current practice details.
Dental specialties in Gastonia
The largest supported local categories include Orthodontists (12), Invisalign Dentists (12), Dental Implants (8), Pediatric Dentists (8).
Dental.me guides for Gastonia
Use these Dental.me guides and comparison hubs with the Gastonia directory to compare dentists, specialties, Dental.me Score, review signals, costs, insurance questions, and questions to ask before booking.
Guide links connect this city directory to the broader North Carolina and national Dental.me research library. Organic rankings use Dental.me Score; Featured placements stay separate from the ranked list.
Nearby cities
Nearby cities with dentists, by distance from Gastonia.
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Specialty categories help patients compare relevant offices, while each practice profile and its website, map, and phone details complete the path for appointments, insurance, and payment questions.
Common questions about dentists in Gastonia
Who are the highest-rated dentists in Gastonia, NC?
By Dental.me Score, the top-rated Gastonia dentists are Valerie Holmes Waddell, DDS, PA (Dental.me Score 98, 5.0 stars, 751 reviews); Gaston Orthodontics (Dental.me Score 98, 4.9 stars, 661 reviews); Current Dentistry (Dental.me Score 97, 5.0 stars, 327 reviews). Across the city, 8 offices are rated 4.9 to 5.0. The ranked list above updates as new review data comes in.
Are dentists in Gastonia, NC good?
Gastonia's rated dental offices average 4.72 stars on Google - compared with a 4.66 North Carolina average, and 8 are rated 4.9 to 5.0. The Dental.me Score ranks them by star-rating strength and review volume so you can compare the strongest offices first.
Which areas of Gastonia have the most dentists?
Gastonia's dental offices are most concentrated in the 28054 (43 offices), 28052 (8 offices), 28056 (7 offices) ZIP codes. Use the ranked list and nearby-city links to compare offices by the area most convenient for you.
What dental categories are common in Gastonia, NC?
Common Dental.me categories connected to Gastonia profiles include General Dentistry, Orthodontists, Pediatric Dentists, Dental Implants, Oral Surgeons. Category data helps organize local options and gives patients a faster way to compare offices by the type of care they are researching.
Which dental group profile matches are in Gastonia, NC?
Dental.me data connects Gastonia profiles matching recognizable dental group names including Aspen Dental (1). These are independent Dental.me directory matches; open the local profile to compare address, phone, website, ratings, hours where available, and correction options.
How many dentists are in Gastonia, NC?
Dental.me organizes 58 dental practice profiles in Gastonia, NC. 15 have at least one dentist named in Dental.me data. Each profile can be claimed or corrected to add detail.
How many Gastonia dentists have Google/Maps data, websites, or ratings?
In Gastonia, 14 practices have Google/Maps enrichment, 11 list a website, and 12 show a star rating. Dental.me uses those signals to make local comparison faster and more useful.
What dental specialties are in Gastonia, NC?
Dental.me data connects Gastonia practices with Orthodontists, Invisalign Dentists, Dental Implants, Pediatric Dentists. Specialty categories come from provider and business-profile data so patients can move from a broad local search into a focused comparison path.
How does Dental.me rank Gastonia dentists?
Organic results use Dental.me Score, an independent score built from star-rating strength, review-count confidence caps, exact review-count tie-breakers, and a limited verification lift. Profile completeness can help break close ties after the score. Featured placements are paid, clearly labeled, and never change the organic order.
What the Gastonia dental data shows
Of the 58 Gastonia offices in this directory, 12 (21%) have Google rating data, 11 (19%) publish a website, 12 (21%) include hours, and 15 (26%) connect at least one dentist name. Google/Maps enrichment currently covers 14 profiles (24%).
Rated Gastonia offices average 4.72 stars across 3,597 combined Google reviews, compared with 4.66 statewide. 8 local offices are rated 4.9 to 5.0, while 6 currently hold a Dental.me Score of 96 or higher.
Current score leaders: Valerie Holmes Waddell, DDS, PA (Score 98, 5.0 stars, 751 reviews); Gaston Orthodontics (Score 98, 4.9 stars, 661 reviews); Current Dentistry (Score 97, 5.0 stars, 327 reviews). The city’s largest review sample belongs to John Lindberg, with 1,002 Google reviews at 4.3 stars.
The three ZIP codes with the most listed offices account for 58 practices (100% of the city directory): 28054 (43), 28052 (8), 28056 (7).
Data snapshot: Aug 6, 2026. Counts come from Dental.me’s organized provider, practice, location, website, and Google/Maps business-profile data. See our verification methodology.