Aspen Dental Opens New Practice in Whiteville, Adding Preventive, Restorative and Emergency Dental Care in the Columbus County Seat

The office is led by Dr. Young Chi Chang, who has owned and operated an Aspen Dental practice in Shallotte since 2021

WHITEVILLE, N.C., Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Aspen Dental^® opened a new supported practice at 1730 S. JK Powell Blvd. in Whiteville. The office is independently owned and operated by Young Chi Chang, DDS, a graduate of Marquette University School of Dentistry who has practiced with Aspen Dental since 2018. Patients can come in for checkups and cleanings, fillings, crowns and bridges, dentures and implant dentures, dental implants, extractions and other oral surgery, and Motto™ Clear Aligners, with a clear cost estimate before treatment begins.

"I've spent the past several years in Shallotte getting to know patients and the kind of care people in this part of the state are looking for," said Dr. Chang. "In Whiteville, I want to bring that same approach, which means listening first, explaining options in plain language and building a treatment plan that fits each patient's life."

Columbus County's size and demographics underscore the importance of having comprehensive dental care close to home. At 938 square miles, Columbus County is the third-largest county in North Carolina by land area, with about 54 residents per square mile spread across Whiteville and smaller communities such as Chadbourn, Tabor City and Fair Bluff. The county's population was an estimated 50,487 as of July 1, 2025, with residents 65 and older making up 22.2% of that total, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. For patients living in Columbus County, a full-service office in Whiteville means routine and restorative care is within reach without a long drive.

"A county spread across hundreds of square miles needs a practice that can handle everything from a checkup to an urgent toothache, and with more than one in five residents 65 or older, restorative care like dentures and implants is part of that picture," said Dr. Arwinder Judge, chief clinical officer at Aspen Dental. "By expanding comprehensive care in Whiteville, Dr. Chang and her team can help patients stay ahead of routine dental needs while also being there when an urgent problem arises."

"Dr. Chang has been part of the Aspen Dental network since 2018, and supporting experienced owners like her as they open additional offices is one of the most direct ways we can expand access to care in more North Carolina communities," said Lori D'Anna, president, field operations at Aspen Dental. "We take on the equipment, hiring, scheduling systems and other business functions of a new office, which leaves Dr. Chang free to practice dentistry the way she has in Shallotte."

The Whiteville office accepts many major dental insurance plans and offers flexible financing options. Patients can schedule online, call the office directly or walk in, and same-day care may be available for dental emergencies such as a broken tooth, sudden pain or an infection.

Office Hours and Scheduling

The Whiteville office is now accepting new patients at 1730 S. JK Powell Blvd., Whiteville, NC 28472. Office hours are:

• Monday – Wednesday: 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• Thursday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Friday: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
• Saturday: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

To schedule an appointment, patients can visit aspendental.com, book through the Aspen Dental mobile app, or call (910) 212-3084. Walk-ins are welcome.

About Aspen Dental

Aspen Dental, part of The Aspen Group (TAG), is committed to breaking down barriers to oral healthcare and helping patients put themselves first, starting with a healthy mouth. With nearly 1,100 Aspen Dental-branded offices across the United States, Aspen Dental practices offer comprehensive care and are supported by dedicated teams focused on making dental care more accessible and affordable. Through initiatives such as the Healthy Mouth Movement and Day of Service, Aspen Dental and its network continue to expand access to care for those who need it most. Aspen Dental-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists. Aspen Dental Management, Inc. provides business support services to these practices. For more information, visit aspendental.com, and follow Aspen Dental on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

SOURCE Aspen Dental