Dr. David Zelby Honored as 2026 Castle Connolly Top Dentist

MARIETTA, Ga., Aug. 25, 2026 — Dr. David Zelby, DDS, a prosthodontist with more than four decades of clinical experience, has been named a 2026 Castle Connolly Top Dentist. This honor is bestowed on only 10% of the nation's licensed dentists each year, based on peer nominations and rigorous research by the Castle Connolly team.

Dr. Zelby practices at 2860 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 100, in Marietta, Georgia, where he specializes in complex restorative and aesthetic dental care. His expertise includes advanced dental implant reconstruction, full-mouth rehabilitation, and treatment for failing dental work, implant complications, severe tooth wear, traumatic injuries, congenital conditions, and oral rehabilitation following cancer treatment.

"Being recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Dentist is a tremendous honor because it reflects the respect of my professional peers," Dr. Zelby said. "Throughout my career, I have believed that exceptional dentistry begins with listening, careful diagnosis, and developing a thoughtful treatment plan tailored to each individual. Every patient deserves honest guidance based on experience and evidence to achieve the healthiest, most predictable outcome."

Dr. Zelby's approach emphasizes collaborative care. His practice coordinates with oral surgeons, periodontists, and other specialists to ensure optimal outcomes for complex cases. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from New York University College of Dentistry and completed post-graduate specialty training in prosthodontics.

Beyond his clinical work, Dr. Zelby has contributed to dental education and community service. He previously served on the faculty at Emory University and currently serves as a Clinical Professor at Augusta University. His public service includes years as Chief of Staff at the Ben Massell Dental Clinic, where he continues in an Emeritus role. He has received the Atlanta Community Service Award, been named an Honorary Georgia Senator, and earned Atlanta Magazine Top Dentist honors.

Castle Connolly selects honorees based on criteria including medical education, training, and disciplinary histories. Dentists cannot pay to be selected. The full list of 2026 Top Dentists is published at castleconnolly.com.