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Modern Dental of Durham, John Shepherd, DMD
Modern Dental of Durham is a general and cosmetic dental practice offering comprehensive dental care including Invisalign treatment, dental implants, and restorative dentistry.
1920 NC-54 Suite 570, Durham, NC 27713
5.0(321 reviews)
About Modern Dental of Durham, John Shepherd, DMD
Invisalign patients mention Dr. Shepherd's team correcting a severe open bite in about 10 months without surgery, avoiding costly overtreatment along the way.
Modern Dental of Durham, John Shepherd, DMD is a general dental practice that also offers Invisalign for patients seeking orthodontic treatment. Reviews mention Dr. Shepherd explaining treatment plans in detail and steering patients away from unnecessary work, including one case where a second opinion avoided extra crowns. Invisalign patients describe visible progress early in treatment and note a payment plan that helped manage cost, and several reviewers say the office feels worth a longer drive.
Summary of 201 patient reviews, January 2020–September 2026, updated September 2026
Modern Dental of Durham is a general and cosmetic dental practice offering comprehensive dental care including Invisalign treatment, dental implants, and restorative dentistry.
The practice serves patients of all ages and is known for state-of-the-art technology and patient-focused care.
Treatments offered
Clear Aligners
Starting from $4,200
Consultation
Free
Who They Treat
Modern Dental of Durham, John Shepherd, DMD provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Children
Ages 6–11
Teens
Ages 12–17
Adults
Ages 18+
Technology & Equipment
Modern Dental of Durham, John Shepherd, DMD uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.
3D Digital Scanning
Cone Beam CT (3D X-Ray)
iTero/TRIOS
CBCT
* Pricing shown is an estimate. Contact the practice for a personalized quote.
Orthodontists at this office
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Shepherd
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Lead OrthodontistAccepting New Patients
Insurance accepted
The practice offers in-house insurance plan ($399 for 2 exams, 2 cleanings, X-rays, 2 oral cancer screenings, and 20% off dental treatments). They mention helping patients with insurance timing and information for scheduling decisions.
What patients say
Latest review 6 weeks ago
What patients praise
- Reviewers highlight Invisalign results, including a severe open bite corrected in about 10 months without surgery.
- Dr. Shepherd is noted for avoiding unnecessary treatment, such as recommending a filling instead of a costly crown.
- Same-day and emergency appointments, including a 24-hour crown reattachment, come up repeatedly.
Who it suits
- Anxious or nervous patients
- Patients transferring care mid-treatment
Doctors patients mention
- Dr. Shepherd · 74 reviews
- Dr. Brad · 4 reviews
Orthodontic care in reviews
The nine orthodontic-focused reviews describe Invisalign treatment guided closely by Dr. Shepherd's team, with one patient noting a consultation that compared favorably to a much higher quote elsewhere and another using a payment plan to manage the cost.
- Last 90 days
- 13 reviews
- averaging 5.0★
- Last 12 months
- 70 reviews
- averaging 5.0★
- Owner replies
- 63% of reviews
- Compared with Durham
- Higher rated than 83%
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1★5★
- Invisalign / clear aligners9
PraiseCriticism
- The dentist57
- Friendly staff53 / 1
- Gentle, comfortable care30
- Clear explanations20
- Office & technology21
- Scheduling & wait times18
- Treatment results11
- Cost, insurance & financing8 / 1
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| Friendly staff | 53 | 1 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 30 | 0 |
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| Scheduling & wait times | 18 | 0 |
| Treatment results | 11 | 0 |
| Cost, insurance & financing | 8 | 1 |
Recent reviews from Google
5.0
321 reviews
David Irlbeck
a month ago
Dr. Shepperd is the best! He has a very gentle touch and is very careful and thorough with his examinations. Best of all, he doesn’t push for work you don't actually need.
David Roberts
3 months ago
The staff are both expert and welcoming…a rare combination. I recently had a crown fitted… The whole process was great…painless, time efficient, and with an excellent result.
John Michael Miller
3 months ago
Dr. Shepard, his technical staff, and receptionist are always professional, polite, informative, and very pleasant to associate with. I believe they would be great people to hang out with. Oh yea, he is a great dentist too.
Sandra Haithcock
Edited 3 months ago
My experience was GREAT, AS ALWAYS! Modern Dental is an Awesome Team from check-in to walking out the door to leave. Dental Care, Advice, and Caring is OFF THE CHARTS. THANK YOU ❤️ MORE THAN I CAN SAY
livluvlaf *
3 months ago
Top-notch dental care with a superb, warm and very knowledgeable team! Everyone is so friendly, but we usually only see Yaz, Dr Shepherd and our dental hygienist, Nicole, and we couldn't ask for better. Nicole is simply the best...we share stories and before you know it, dental work is done. Bit of a drive for us but definitely worth it for this amazing team!
Questions about this practice
What orthodontic treatments does Modern Dental of Durham, John Shepherd, DMD offer?
Modern Dental of Durham, John Shepherd, DMD offers: Invisalign.
Does Modern Dental of Durham, John Shepherd, DMD offer free consultations?
Yes, Modern Dental of Durham, John Shepherd, DMD offers a free initial orthodontic consultation. Call (919) 544-3723 or book online to schedule.
Is Modern Dental of Durham, John Shepherd, DMD accepting new patients?
Modern Dental of Durham, John Shepherd, DMD is currently welcoming new patients in Durham, NC. Call (919) 544-3723 or book online to schedule.
Where is Modern Dental of Durham, John Shepherd, DMD located?
Modern Dental of Durham, John Shepherd, DMD is located at 1920 NC-54 Suite 570. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=13656341584842589168&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for Modern Dental of Durham, John Shepherd, DMD?
Modern Dental of Durham, John Shepherd, DMD office hours: Mon 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 - 5:00 PM–, Tue 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 - 5:00 PM–, Wed 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 - 5:00 PM–, Thu 7:15 AM–2:15 PM, Fri Closed–Closed, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
Does Modern Dental of Durham, John Shepherd, DMD offer payment plans?
Yes, Modern Dental of Durham, John Shepherd, DMD offers flexible payment plans to make orthodontic treatment affordable.
Who are the orthodontists at Modern Dental of Durham, John Shepherd, DMD?
Modern Dental of Durham, John Shepherd, DMD is staffed by Shepherd.
What is the patient rating for Modern Dental of Durham, John Shepherd, DMD?
Modern Dental of Durham, John Shepherd, DMD has a 5-star rating based on 321 patient reviews on Google.
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Accepting new patients
Free Consultation
Payment Plans Available
In-House Financing
Online Booking Available
Emergency Hours Available
Accessibility & Parking
Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible Parking
Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Mon8:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 - 5:00 PM –
Tue8:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 - 5:00 PM –
Wed8:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 - 5:00 PM –
Thu7:15 AM – 2:15 PM
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed
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