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Matthews, NC · Creating beautiful smiles since 2010

Same-day crowns, 3D-guided implants, and Saturday hours in Matthews.

Dr. Qing Ming Chen, DMD, PhD, has cared for Matthews and south Charlotte families since 2010. Crowns milled while you wait, implants planned on 3D scans, Invisalign and braces for teens and adults, and pediatric care, all in one office.

CEREC same-day crowns3D cone-beam guided implantsOpen Saturdays 9–3In-house savings plan for the uninsured
Insurance & membership

We take most major PPO plans.

Bright Dental Charlotte files your claims for you. Bring your card and we'll confirm your benefits at check-in. No insurance? Ask about the In-House Dental Savings Plan.

In-network with these carriers and most major PPO plans

Not sure about your specific plan? Call us at (704) 841-2237 and we'll check while you're on the phone.
Delta Dental of NC PPOAetna PPOCigna PPOMetLife PPOBlue Cross Blue ShieldAmeritas PPOPrincipalDental Benefit Providers PPO
Ask us: most plans still process 80–100% of preventive care even when out-of-network. Don't assume no coverage until we've checked for you.

No dental insurance? Ask about the In-House Dental Savings Plan.

One annual fee of $345 covers your checkups and preventive care for the year, with no waiting period, plus discounts on additional services. A simple option if you don't have dental insurance.

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What makes us different

Technology that saves you a second visit.

Dr. Chen invested in CEREC and cone-beam CT so crowns are finished the same day and implants are placed with 3D precision. Named one of America's Best Dentists in 2017 and 2018, she treats patients the way she'd treat her own family.

01 · Efficient

CEREC same-day crowns

Your crown is designed and milled in-office while you wait. No impressions, no temporary, no second visit.

02 · Precise

3D-guided dental implants

Cone-beam CT scans and guided placement for single teeth, multiple teeth, or dentures that stay put.

03 · Straighten

Invisalign® & braces

Clear aligners or traditional braces for teens and adults, managed by your own dentist.

04 · Family

Pediatric dentistry too

Kids' cleanings, sealants, and exams alongside mom and dad's appointments. One office for everyone.

05 · Convenient

Saturday hours

Open Saturdays 9 AM to 3 PM, plus Friday until 3, so care fits around work and school.

06 · Local

Plantation Center Dr, Matthews

Easy access from Matthews, Mint Hill, Indian Trail, Weddington, and south Charlotte.

Meet Your Dentist

Dr. Qing Ming Chen, DMD, PhD

Dr. Chen earned her DMD in 2001 and a PhD in Pharmacology in 1996 from the University of Manitoba, and also holds a medical degree. Her clinical range covers crowns, bridges, root canals, implants, periodontics, oral surgery, orthodontics, and cosmetic dentistry, so families can meet nearly every need in one office.

Recognized as one of America's Best Dentists in 2017 and 2018, Dr. Chen is a member of the ADA, the North Carolina Dental Association, and the Academy of General Dentistry, and a partner of Nobel Biocare for implants.

"Treat patients the way I would treat my own family."

Bright Dental Charlotte is at 2504 Plantation Center Dr, Matthews, NC 28105, serving Matthews, Mint Hill, Indian Trail, Weddington, and south Charlotte.

Mon–Thu 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMFri 8:00 AM – 3:00 PMSat 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Dr. Qing Ming Chen

DMD, PhD · Owner

Gentle touch, attention to detail, and a full clinical range from same-day crowns to implants and orthodontics.

Three ways to get started

Whatever brought you here, we've got you covered.

New Patient Visit

Insurance accepted

Complete new-patient exam, cleaning, and X-rays, with a clear plan before anything else is scheduled.

  • In-network with Delta, Aetna, Cigna, MetLife, BCBS & more
  • Saturday appointments available
  • Kids and adults welcome
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Implants & Dentures

Consult

Missing teeth? 3D-guided implants, implant-supported dentures, and complete or partial dentures, planned on a cone-beam scan.

  • 3D cone-beam CT planning
  • Nobel Biocare implant partner
  • Written estimate before treatment
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Why patients choose us
4.9★
251 Google Reviews
Since 2010
Serving Matthews
Same-day
CEREC crowns
Sat 9–3
Weekend hours

Google rating and review count as of 2026-09-01. Reviews are from Google Business Profile.

Schedule your visit

One call and you're on the schedule.

Our front desk books new patients directly. Call and we'll find a day that works for you, often the same week.

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Call us and we'll get you in.

Online scheduling is on the way. In the meantime, one quick call gets you a time that fits, and you'll talk to a real person at the front desk.

📞 Call (704) 841-2237 Mon–Thu 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Fri 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Sat 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Send us a message

Not ready to book? Ask us anything.

Questions about your insurance, a specific treatment, or what to expect for a first visit? Reach out and we'll reply the next business day. A real person on our team will answer you; you won't get a bot.

Reach the front desk directly.

Call or text and a real person on our team will help you with insurance questions, treatment questions, or what to expect at a first visit.

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Questions we hear a lot

Answers before you even call.

What insurance do you take?

We're in-network with Delta Dental of NC, Aetna, Cigna, MetLife, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Ameritas, Principal, and Dental Benefit Providers PPO plans, and we file claims for most others. Call (704) 841-2237 and we'll check your plan while you're on the phone.

What if I don't have insurance?

Ask about the In-House Dental Savings Plan: a $345 annual fee covers your checkups and preventive care for the year with no waiting period, plus discounts on additional services.

Are you open on Saturdays?

Yes. Saturday 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Friday 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Do you really do crowns in one visit?

Yes. Our CEREC system scans your tooth, designs the crown, and mills it in the office while you wait. Most crowns are placed the same day.

Do you see kids?

Yes. Bright Dental Charlotte offers pediatric dentistry alongside adult care, so the whole family can be seen in one office.

Where are you located?

2504 Plantation Center Dr, Matthews, NC 28105, serving Matthews, Mint Hill, Indian Trail, Weddington, and south Charlotte.

Ready to get seen?

Same-day crowns · 3D-guided implants · Open Saturdays

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