Convenient Access from Southmont
Up on the northern shore of High Rock Lake, Southmont is a community where people settle in and stay. When you want a dentist near Southmont who can care for your smile over the long haul, Carolina Pines Dentistry in Lexington is about 21 minutes up the road. Our three dentists handle cleanings, crowns, gum care and dental implants in one office, with appointments starting at 7:30 AM, Monday through Thursday.
Starting at Southmont Elementary School on Owen Road, the drive covers 10.9 miles and is almost entirely one highway. Follow Owen Road to Linwood-Southmont Road, then make the sharp left onto NC 8 and head north for a little over eight miles. Turn right on Fairview Drive for nearly two miles, then right again on North Carolina Avenue. You arrive at 1 Weaver Dr, Lexington, NC 27292, at the north end of Weaver Dr near East Center Street.
The local post office and the volunteer fire department, founded in 1958, both sit along NC 8 in the community. Pin the office on Google Maps and the last mile is simple. Lake neighbors around High Rock Lake and families a few miles northeast in Silver Hill make a similar trip.
Long-Term Dental Care for a Lakeside Community
Southmont is a census-designated place in Cotton Grove township, Davidson County, and most of its homes are owner-occupied. Summer cottages began going up around the lake in the early 1960s, and the community has kept growing since. Recent years have brought a new school, a new post office and a new fire station.
People who plan to stay put tend to want a dentist who will still know them in ten or twenty years. That kind of relationship pays off clinically, too. When the same practice keeps your x-rays and notes over time, our dentists can compare today's picture with past visits and catch slow changes in bone, gums or old fillings.
The community's story goes back further than the lake. It was founded in 1883 as Fairmont and took the Southmont name when a new post office was approved in 1911. A village grew at the crossroads where the Winston-Salem Southbound Railway met the road to Lexington, and that railroad still crosses NC 8 there today.
What Matters Most for Southmont Smiles Over the Years
An established, owner-occupied community includes plenty of adults who have had the same fillings and crowns for decades. Older dental work does not last forever. Crowns wear at the edges, large fillings can crack, and the tooth underneath may need more support than it once did.
Missing teeth are the other big concern. A single gap lets nearby teeth drift, and several missing teeth can change how you chew and speak. Dental implants replace the root as well as the crown, and for patients missing most of their teeth, snap-in dentures anchored on implants are designed to sit more securely than a traditional plate.
Gum health ties all of this together, because healthy gums and bone are what hold teeth and implants in place. Our soft tissue laser lets our dentists treat many gum problems with precision. Younger families matter here too, and children at the elementary school on Owen Road can keep up with cleanings and sealants on the same easy drive.
Lake life is part of the picture. High Rock Lake has more than 360 miles of shoreline and has hosted the Bassmaster Classic three times, in 1994, 1995 and 1998. A boat cleat or a slick ramp can chip a tooth, so it helps to know where to call.
Choosing a Dentist Near Southmont: Our Core Services
Dental Implants
Implants replace one tooth, several teeth or a full arch. All-On-X is also available for patients who need a complete upper or lower set.
Periodontal Care
Gum disease is a leading reason adults lose teeth, and it often progresses quietly. Periodontal care and laser gum therapy help longtime lake residents protect the teeth and implants they rely on.
Restorative Dentistry
Worn crowns, cracked fillings and broken teeth are rebuilt with new crowns and fillings, and a bridge can close the gap left by a missing tooth. CEREC lets us design, make and place a same-day crown in a single appointment.
Preventative Dentistry
Cleanings, exams, oral cancer screenings and digital x-rays keep small issues from becoming big ones. Kids get fluoride and sealants to protect new molars.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Zoom whitening and porcelain veneers refresh a smile that has dulled or chipped over the years. Cosmetic work can be paired with restorative care for a result that looks natural.
Meet Your Lexington Dental Team
Patients weighing implants can meet Dr. Shane Wingler, DDS, who completed the Implant Pathway Continuum in Tempe, Arizona, and is a member of the International Congress of Implantologists. He also takes part in the Spear Study Club. Dr. Nick Cornwell rounds out restorative care with continuing education at the Kois Center and the Alleman Center, where he focused on adhesive techniques.
Insurance & Financing
Adults without insurance can join our in-house membership plan for $336 a year, or the Perio plan for $480 if gum care is part of the picture. Both include an emergency exam and 20% off all procedures, with no maximums, deductibles or waiting periods. For implants and other larger work, Cherry, CareCredit and Sunbit offer financing.
Our patients love us!
See Why!
“I was listened to, heard, and treated with respect in regard to my concerns. I felt included in my treatment plan and the team made every effort to make me feel comfortable. The doctor was awesome and so was the entire team!”
Terrell K.
“They have a very friendly and clean environment! The hygienist is super sweet and gentle, and the doctor is very kind and informative. He always wants to help! I recommend Carolina Pines Dentistry. They always make you feel at home!”
Amy C.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Carolina Pines Dentistry from Southmont, and how do I get there?
It is 10.9 miles from Southmont Elementary to our office, a drive of about 21 minutes. Leave Owen Road for Linwood-Southmont Road, take NC 8 north toward Lexington, then use Fairview Drive and North Carolina Avenue. For anyone seeking a dentist near Southmont, almost the entire trip is on one familiar highway.
Can porcelain veneers cover chipped or stained front teeth?
Yes, that is one of their main uses. Porcelain veneers are thin, custom shells bonded to the front of the teeth to change their color, shape or length. They can hide chips, small gaps and stains that whitening cannot lift. The dentist first checks that the teeth and gums are healthy, then plans the shade and shape with you.
How should I care for my mouth after a tooth extraction?
Keep gentle pressure on the gauze for the first hour and rest for the day. For the next few days, skip straws, smoking and hard spitting, which can dislodge the clot, and stick to soft foods. Gentle warm salt-water rinses can start the next day. Call the office if bleeding, swelling or pain gets worse instead of better.
Can a Southmont resident have a tooth pulled in one visit?
Usually, yes. Most extractions are completed in a single visit, which matters when home is about 11 miles down NC 8. The dentist examines the tooth and takes x-rays first to confirm that a simple extraction fits. Nitrous oxide or oral conscious sedation can help if you feel nervous, and the team goes over aftercare before you head home.
Does a dental implant consultation cost anything for a new patient?
No, new patients can book a complimentary dental implant consultation. At the visit our dentists examine the area and talk through whether a single implant, a bridge, several implants or snap-in dentures might suit you. For patients missing most of their teeth, All-On-X can be part of that conversation too.
Schedule Your Visit from Southmont
Whenever you are ready for a dentist near Southmont who can grow with your family, call 336-559-3597. Our Areas We Serve page lists every nearby community, and our Dentist Lexington, NC homepage covers the full practice. Parents can check the school calendar on the elementary school's website, then plan checkups around it.