Accepting new patients in Statesville

Your Trusted Dentist in Statesville, NC

Dr. Nego Roberts provides gentle, personalized dental care, from routine checkups to restoring damaged or missing teeth, with clear guidance every step of the way.

Same-day appointments when available, or the next day.

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Nervous about the dentist?

We take it slow and explain every step.

Same-day appointments
When available, or the next day

Formerly Crouch Family Dentistry
Now RelyOn Smiles Dental

Dr. Nego Roberts, DMD
Gets to know every patient

Emergency dental care
Toothache or broken tooth? Call us

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Welcome to RelyOn Smiles

A dental home you can rely on in Statesville

RelyOn Smiles Dental is an independent, community-focused private practice founded in 2026 by Dr. Nego Roberts, DMD. As a dedicated dentist in Statesville, Dr. Roberts took over Crouch Family Dentistry with a simple goal: to be a dental home that patients can rely on for comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Haven’t seen a dentist in years? It’s never too late to start. Whether you’re dealing with missing teeth, tooth pain, or overdue dental care, Dr. Roberts takes time to explain your options and help you plan your next steps. We welcome patients from North Statesville, Troutman, Mooresville, and across Iredell County.

Our services

Family and Restorative Dental Care in Statesville

From preventive cleanings and clear aligners to crowns, dentures, and full-mouth extractions, we help you care for your teeth and feel confident about your smile. Not sure where to start? Call 704-873-9641 and we’ll talk through your options.

Cleanings & exams

Cleanings, exams, and X-rays that catch small problems early, for patients ages 5 and up.

Crowns & bridges

Restore your smile and bite with dental crowns in Statesville, designed to repair damaged teeth, or bridges to replace missing teeth.

Dentures & partials

Eat, speak, and smile with confidence again with complete or partial dentures in Statesville, designed to replace missing teeth.

Dental implants

Restore your smile and confidence with dental implants in Statesville, a long-lasting, natural-looking solution for missing teeth.

Root canal therapy

Treat infected teeth, relieve pain, and preserve your natural smile with root canal therapy.

Tooth extractions

Remove teeth that can’t be saved, including wisdom teeth, or explore full-mouth extractions as a step toward restoring your smile.

Clear aligners

Straighten your teeth discreetly with personalized clear aligners in Statesville, designed for a more even, confident smile.

Emergency care

Toothache, broken tooth, or swelling? Call our Statesville dental office for the earliest available emergency appointment.

Why RelyOn Smiles

Why Statesville patients rely on us

Good dentistry starts with knowing the person in the chair. Dr. Roberts takes time to understand your concerns and goals, explain your treatment options, and help you make confident decisions about your dental care.

At a pace that suits you

Nervous about the dentist? Tell us. We explain each step before we begin, use gentle techniques, and go at a pace that feels right to you.

Clear options, confident choices

You will know what we see and what your choices are, in plain language, before any treatment starts.

A fresh start at any age

Kids from age 5 are welcome, and so are adults who have put off the dentist for years.

Fast appointments

Call our team to find an available appointment that works with your schedule.

Meet the team

Your family and emergency dentist in Statesville

RelyOn Smiles Dental is led by Dr. Nego Roberts, DMD, and his team. Cindy Best has cared for patients in Statesville and Iredell County for more than 30 years, alongside Dr. Keith Crouch, Dr. Timothy Crouch, and now Dr. Roberts.

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Founder

Dr. Nego Roberts, DMD

DMD · Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine, 2021 · Member of the ADA and the North Carolina Dental Society

Dr. Roberts founded RelyOn Smiles Dental in 2026 to offer personalized, comprehensive dental care in a welcoming setting. With more than 18 years in dentistry, including 13 as a dental hygienist and five as a dentist, he brings experience from different sides of patient care. He enjoys helping patients understand their options and take confident steps toward better oral health. Outside the office, he enjoys sports, family time, and traveling.

Our team

Cindy Best

Dental Assistant

Monica Brown, front desk and treatment plan coordinator, smiling in navy dental scrubs

Monica Brown

Front Desk / Treatment Plan Coordinator

Christie Gillespie

Dental Assistant

Our office

A Comfortable, welcoming dental office in Statesville

Take a look inside our Statesville office before your first visit, so you know what to expect when you walk in.

Waiting area with a wooden console table, two lamps, a water cooler and the front entrance
Treatment room with a patient chair, a wall-mounted TV and a clinician's stool
Treatment room with a panoramic X-ray on the wall screen, an intraoral scanner cart and a wall-mounted X-ray unit
Treatment room with a blue patient chair and a wall monitor showing dental X-rays
Treatment room with a patient chair, storage cabinets and a clinician's stool

Your first visit

New patients welcome: get started in three easy steps

Step 1

Book your visit

Book online or call. Our team collects a few details, including insurance information (if applicable), and helps you schedule an appointment at a time that works for you.

Step 2

Complete your dental exam and X-rays

Dr. Roberts examines your oral health, recommends any necessary X-rays, and explains what we find.

Step 3

Explore your treatment options

You get clear choices and the time to decide so that you can move forward with confidence.

New patients

Insurance, payments, and your first visit

Have questions about insurance or payment options? Our team can help you understand the information available before scheduling your dental visit.

  • Insurance: Delta Dental, Aetna, Guardian, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, MetLife, UnitedHealthcare, United Concordia, and more. Call the office to check your plan.
  • Monthly payments: CareCredit, Cherry, Sunbit, and HFD.
  • No insurance? We offer an in-house membership plan and self-pay options.
  • HSA and FSA cards accepted.
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Comfort & emergencies

Nervous about the dentist? We go at your pace.

Has it been years since your last dental visit? Whether you’re nervous about treatment or worried about your teeth, you’re welcome here. Dr. Roberts takes time to explain your options, answer questions, and help you feel comfortable before treatment begins.

  • Clear explanations and time to discuss your concerns before treatment begins
  • Emergency dental care to relieve pain and get you smiling again
  • Flexible scheduling and personalized care at a pace that works for you

Book your visit

Ready for a fresh start?

Take the next step toward a healthier smile. Book online or call our Statesville office, and we’ll help you find an available appointment.

Open Mon 9am–5pm, Tue–Thu 8am–5pm, Fri 9am–12:30pm.

Visit us

Our Statesville office

511 Brookdale Drive
Statesville, NC 28677

704-873-9641

Monday9am – 5pm
Tuesday8am – 5pm
Wednesday8am – 5pm
Thursday8am – 5pm
Friday9am – 12:30pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Serving north Statesville, Troutman, Mooresville, and the rest of Iredell County. Parking is available.