At Lockney Dental, our skilled dental care providers are committed to helping you achieve a healthy, confident smile. With diverse expertise and passion for modern dentistry, Dr. Lockney & Dr. Cho deliver exceptional care to patients in Concord, NC.
Tyler Lockney
DDS
Dr. Tyler Lockney, often called Dr. Ty, takes pride in providing exceptional care with a focus on restoring smiles and addressing TMJ dysfunction. He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, completing his undergraduate studies in 2011 and earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2017. Following in his father’s footsteps, Dr. Ty has been practicing in Concord, NC, since 2017.
Dr. Ty’s continuing education focuses on implant dentistry and bite splints, ensuring he stays at the forefront of advancements in patient care. Outside the office, he enjoys sports, scuba diving, and snowboarding, as well as spending time with his significant other, Dr. Ana Murillo, and their three energetic dogs, Waldo, Kiko, and Oso. An active member of the Concord community, Dr. Ty supports initiatives like Relay For Life, Missions of Mercy clinics, and the Free Clinic.
Daniel Cho
DDS
Dr. Daniel Cho enjoys dentistry because it allows him to improve his patients’ oral health, combine science with artistry, and build meaningful relationships with those he cares for. A Charlotte native, he completed both his undergraduate and dental education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. After earning his dental degree in 2017, he completed a general practice residency at the Seattle VA Hospital, where he cared for veterans and further developed his skills in oral surgery, prosthodontics, and treating medically complex patients. He regularly pursues continuing education to stay current with advances in dentistry and provide his patients with modern, high-quality care.
After spending eight years in private practice in Seattle, Dr. Cho and his wife, Maria, returned to Charlotte in 2026. He is excited to be closer to family and friends and to serve the community where he grew up. Outside of dentistry, he enjoys going on long runs, creating music and art, cooking, snowboarding, and spending time outdoors.