5 Shelbyville dental practices compared on 3,601 public reviews, verified credentials, and services.
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Our top ranked dental practice in Shelbyville, Tennessee is Dr. James Clark, DDS, rated 5.0 out of 5 across 1,386 public reviews. Other top choices include Dr. David Barnes, DDS and Mortenson Family Dental. Shelbyville has a population of about 25,132, and the 5 strongest local practices are compared on this page.
Good dental care in Shelbyville, Tennessee should not take hours of searching to track down. We reviewed dental practices across Shelbyville, Tennessee and ranked them on patient reviews, verified credentials, and range of care. You get the strongest Shelbyville dental practices first, with the reasoning made plain.
Across the 5 top practices we highlight in Shelbyville, patients can access general dentistry. The Shelbyville practices on this list average 20 years in practice, with Dr. James Clark, DDS among the most established at 20 years. Listed offices serve several parts of the city, including the 37160, 40065 ZIP areas. Together these practices hold 3,601 public Google reviews, led by Dr. James Clark, DDS with 1,386. The average rating across this Shelbyville list is 4.9 out of 5.
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General dentistry in Shelbyville, delivered by a well established practice with 20 years of experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 across 1,386 public Google reviews.
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General dentistry in Shelbyville, delivered by serving patients for 19 years. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 740 public Google reviews.
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Offering general dentistry in Shelbyville, an established local practice. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 857 public Google reviews.
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Offering general dentistry in Shelbyville, an established local practice. Rated 4.6 out of 5 across 556 public Google reviews.
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Offering general dentistry in Shelbyville, an established local practice. Rated 5.0 out of 5 across 62 public Google reviews.
Ratings on this list run from 4.6 to 5.0, review counts from 62 to 1,386, and registry records from 19 to 20 years.
| Rank | Practice | Google rating | Reviews | Years on record | Services |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dr. James Clark, DDS | 5.0 | 1,386 | 20 | General Dentistry |
| #2 | Dr. David Barnes, DDS | 4.9 | 740 | 19 | General Dentistry |
| #3 | Mortenson Family Dental | 4.9 | 857 | — | General Dentistry |
| #4 | Affordable Dentures & Implants | 4.6 | 556 | — | General Dentistry |
| #5 | Image Orthodontics | 5.0 | 62 | — | General Dentistry |
2 of the 5 Shelbyville practices on this page are matched to their record in the US National Provider Identifier registry, and 5 carry a public Google rating. Details were last reviewed on August 28, 2026.
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The practices we list in Shelbyville, Tennessee average 4.9 stars. That matches the nearby cities shown here.
A healthy mouth quietly supports the rest of your health. General dentists in Shelbyville, Tennessee provide checkups, fillings, crowns, and preventive care for the whole family. Seeing a dentist regularly is one of the simplest ways to protect both your smile and your long term health.
General Dentistry5 of 5 listed practices
A general dentist handles the routine care most people need, from cleanings and exams to fillings and crowns. In Shelbyville, offered by Dr. James Clark, DDS, Dr. David Barnes, DDS, Mortenson Family Dental and 2 more.
Before your next visit, it helps to know what modern dentistry can do. Catch up on dental advances and what to ask your Shelbyville dentist.
We rank Shelbyville, Tennessee practices on review quality and volume, national provider registry records, years in practice, and online presence. Paid placements are always marked as ads.
Read our full ranking methodologyWeigh experience
Among the 5 practices listed in Shelbyville, Tennessee, registry records show an average of 20 years in operation, and 2 have been on record for 15 years or more. Dr. James Clark, DDS has the longest record at 20 years. Experience matters most for complex work such as implants or root canals.
Look at review volume
The listed Shelbyville, Tennessee practices hold 3,601 public Google reviews between them, with an average rating of 4.9. A score backed by many reviews, like the 1,386 for Dr. James Clark, DDS, tells you more than a perfect rating from a handful of patients. Notice how the office replies to criticism, not just to praise.
Pick a practice that covers your needs
Every practice on this Shelbyville, Tennessee list focuses on general dentistry, so for specialist work such as braces or implants you may be referred to a specialist nearby. Ask about referrals on your first call.
Choose somewhere convenient
The practices here are spread across 2 ZIP codes (37160 and 40065). A dentist near home or work makes it far easier to keep up with checkups twice a year.
Book a first visit
Treat your first appointment in Shelbyville, Tennessee as a trial. If you feel rushed or pushed toward extra treatment, try another practice on this list.
Knowing what happens at a first visit in Shelbyville, Tennessee takes the nerves out of booking one. Expect a review of your medical history, a set of digital X rays, and a full exam of your teeth and gums. Bring your insurance details and a list of questions so you get the most from the appointment.
Prices at Shelbyville, Tennessee dental offices vary with the treatment and your insurance plan. Preventive visits cost the least, and major work such as implants is often spread over several appointments. Get a written estimate from your Shelbyville dentist before any major procedure.
Use these questions on your first call to a Shelbyville, Tennessee dental practice to avoid surprises later.
Dr. James Clark, DDS holds the number 1 spot on our Shelbyville list, with a 5.0 star Google rating from 1,386 reviews. Dr. David Barnes, DDS ranks second with a 4.9 rating.
Dr. James Clark, DDS has the most public Google reviews among the practices we list in Shelbyville, with 1,386. Across all 5 listed practices there are 3,601 reviews in total.
In Shelbyville, Tennessee, the 5 rated practices we list average 4.9 out of 5 on Google, and the highest rating is 5.0.
Of the practices we list, Dr. James Clark, DDS has the longest record in the national provider registry, at more than 20 years. The average across the list is 20 years.
The Shelbyville practices we list are in ZIP codes 37160 and 40065. The biggest cluster is in 37160, with 4 of the 5.
Each of the 5 Shelbyville, Tennessee practices here was scored on the same factors: Google rating, number of reviews, national provider registry records, experience, and a working website. The highest scores make the list.
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