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Lubbock Dental Care & Orthodontics
Lubbock Dental Care offers comprehensive general dentistry and orthodontic services including cleanings, children's dentistry, dental implants, Invisalign, and emergency care.
7805 Slide Rd Suite C, Lubbock, TX 79424
4.4(231 reviews)
About Lubbock Dental Care & Orthodontics
Full families with several kids often go through braces and early treatment together here, with second opinions helping some avoid unnecessary work.
This general dental practice also offers Invisalign, early orthodontic treatment, and TMJ treatment alongside routine care. Reviews frequently mention families bringing multiple children through braces and cleanings over the years, and several note a second opinion here avoided costly or unnecessary procedures elsewhere. Comfort with anxious patients and a printed treatment plan showing insurance costs upfront also come up regularly, though scheduling delays and cost surprises appear in a notable number of reviews.
Summary of 157 patient reviews, February 2019–September 2026, updated September 2026
Lubbock Dental Care offers comprehensive general dentistry and orthodontic services including cleanings, children's dentistry, dental implants, Invisalign, and emergency care.
The practice serves patients of all ages with a focus on personalized, compassionate care and offers flexible payment options.
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
Lubbock Dental Care & Orthodontics provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Children
Ages 6–11
Teens
Ages 12–17
Adults
Ages 18+
Orthodontists at this office
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Dr. Shima Setork, DMD
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Dr. Michael Marshall, DDS
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Dr. Michael Dyal, DDS
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Dr. Sheila Birth, DDS, MS
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Cristi Fletcher
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Insurance accepted
6 plans listedAetnaDelta Dental Medicare AdvantageDelta Dental PPODelta Dental PremierHumanaRenaissance Dental
In-network with several primary insurance providers. We file claims electronically and work with patients to find the best dental services based on need and finances. Most dental hygiene costs can be addressed through insurance.
What patients say
Latest review 7 weeks ago
What patients praise
- Several reviews describe families with multiple children treated together through braces, cleanings, and early orthodontic care over the years.
- A number of reviewers mention getting a second opinion here that avoided costly or unnecessary work recommended elsewhere.
- Anxious patients and those with long-standing dental fear describe gentle, patient handling that helped ease their nerves over time.
Things to know
- A number of reviews describe scheduling problems, including last-minute cancellations, long waits, and appointments that needed to be rescheduled multiple times.
- Some reviews mention unexpected costs or feeling pressured toward treatments like crowns that a second opinion later found unnecessary.
Who it suits
- Families with several kids in treatment
- Young children
- Anxious or nervous patients
Doctors patients mention
- Dr. Michael Dyal · 15 reviews
- Dr. Michael Marshall · 14 reviews
- Dr. Shima Setork · 13 reviews
- Dr. Cristi Fletcher · 3 reviews
- Dr. Sheila Birth · 2 reviews
Orthodontic care in reviews
Reviews mentioning orthodontic treatment describe braces removal as smooth and on schedule, with one reviewer praising Spark clear aligner results, though another reported an ill-fitting retainer that caused shifting and enamel wear.
- Last 90 days
- 34 reviews
- averaging 4.3★
- Last 12 months
- 50 reviews
- averaging 4.2★
- Owner replies
- 0% of reviews
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1★5★
- Braces7
- Early (phase 1) treatment4
PraiseCriticism
- Friendly staff51 / 8
- The dentist37 / 14
- Scheduling & wait times7 / 14
- Clear explanations14 / 4
- Gentle, comfortable care17 / 1
- Cost, insurance & financing7 / 11
- Great with kids10 / 5
- Responsiveness6 / 6
| Theme | Praise | Criticism |
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| Friendly staff | 51 | 8 |
| The dentist | 37 | 14 |
| Scheduling & wait times | 7 | 14 |
| Clear explanations | 14 | 4 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 17 | 1 |
| Cost, insurance & financing | 7 | 11 |
| Great with kids | 10 | 5 |
| Responsiveness | 6 | 6 |
Recent reviews from Google
4.4
231 reviews
Cj Jenkins
2 weeks ago
Please remove me from your email list. I no longer use your dentist. Thank you
Cindy Rayburn
a month ago
Everyone is very kind and friendly. They always explain the process that they are going to do and always ask if I have any questions.
Michelle Delgado
a month ago
Sharla and Sabrina are the best! They take the best care of me EVERYTIME 🌟
Questions about this practice
What orthodontic treatments does Lubbock Dental Care & Orthodontics offer?
Lubbock Dental Care & Orthodontics offers: Invisalign, TMJ Treatment, Early Treatment.
Does Lubbock Dental Care & Orthodontics accept dental insurance?
Lubbock Dental Care & Orthodontics accepts Aetna, Delta Dental Medicare Advantage, Delta Dental PPO, Delta Dental Premier, Humana, and others.
Is Lubbock Dental Care & Orthodontics accepting new patients?
Lubbock Dental Care & Orthodontics is currently welcoming new patients in Lubbock, TX. Call (806) 687-8492 or book online to schedule.
Where is Lubbock Dental Care & Orthodontics located?
Lubbock Dental Care & Orthodontics is located at 7805 Slide Rd Suite C. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=2161904005555422901&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for Lubbock Dental Care & Orthodontics?
Lubbock Dental Care & Orthodontics office hours: Mon 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Tue 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Wed 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Thu 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Fri 8:00 AM–12:00 PM, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
Does Lubbock Dental Care & Orthodontics offer payment plans?
Yes, Lubbock Dental Care & Orthodontics offers flexible payment plans to make orthodontic treatment affordable.
Who are the orthodontists at Lubbock Dental Care & Orthodontics?
Lubbock Dental Care & Orthodontics is staffed by Dr. Shima Setork, Dr. Michael Marshall, Dr. Michael Dyal, Dr. Sheila Birth, Cristi Fletcher.
What is the patient rating for Lubbock Dental Care & Orthodontics?
Lubbock Dental Care & Orthodontics has a 4.4-star rating based on 231 patient reviews on Google.
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Tue8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wed8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fri8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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