Best Dentists in America — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 47724 dental practices across 66 cities based on credentials, patient reviews, specialties, and new patient availability.

Data sources: Google reviews · NPI registry · Dental licensing boards · Press mentions · Patient reviews

Scored across 7 signals: rating (35), reviews (20), web presence (20), profile completeness (15), credentials (5), press (3), experience (2). No paid placement. Ever.

Top 10 Dentists in America

  1. #1 — First Dental Center Score: 79%

    Tucson, AZ — First Dental Center is a dental practice in Tucson, AZ. Services include Dentist, health and medical, orthodontist. Website: http://firstdentalaz.com/.

    Specialties: Dentist, Health and medical, Orthodontist. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Elements Dental Of Ny Score: 57%

    Astoria, NY — Elements Dental Of Ny is a dental practice in Astoria, NY. Services include Dentist, general dentistry. Website: http://www.ElementsDentalNY.com/.

    Specialties: Dentist, General dentistry. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Spring Creek Dental Care Score: 49%

    East Ridge, TN — Spring Creek Dental Care is a dental practice in East Ridge, TN. Services include Dentist. Website: http://www.chattanoogadentalcare.com.

    Specialties: Dentist. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Kids Smiles Score: 37%

    Philadelphia, PA — Kids Smiles is a dental practice in Philadelphia, PA. Services include Pediatric Dentist, dentist, general dentistry.

    Specialties: Pediatric Dentist, Dentist, General dentistry. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Pagana Dental Score: 37%

    Philadelphia, PA — Pagana Dental is a dental practice in Philadelphia, PA. Services include Dentist, general dentistry, medical service organizations.

    Specialties: Dentist, General dentistry, Medical service organizations. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Francis Matarazzo Score: 37%

    Philadelphia, PA — Francis Matarazzo is a dental practice in Philadelphia, PA. Services include Dentist, health and medical.

    Specialties: Dentist, Health and medical. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Modern Family Dental Inc Score: 37%

    Philadelphia, PA — Modern Family Dental Inc is a dental practice in Philadelphia, PA. Services include Dentist, health and medical.

    Specialties: Dentist, Health and medical. View full profile →

  8. #8 — 1 Providence Score: 37%

    Philadelphia, PA — 1 Providence is a dental practice in Philadelphia, PA. Services include Dentist, health and medical.

    Specialties: Dentist, Health and medical. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Smile dental care Score: 37%

    Philadelphia, PA — Smile dental care is a dental practice in Philadelphia, PA. Services include Dentist, general dentistry.

    Specialties: Dentist, General dentistry. View full profile →

  10. #10 — Jagaishwar P Singh Score: 37%

    Philadelphia, PA — Jagaishwar P Singh is a dental practice in Philadelphia, PA. Services include Dentist, cosmetic dentist, health and medical.

    Specialties: Dentist, Cosmetic dentist, Health and medical. View full profile →

How We Rank Dentists

Our Guide Score percentage combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), professional credentials like DDS/DMD/board certifications (5%), press recognition (3%), and years in practice (2%), then normalizes across captured positive categories. Read our full methodology →

Rankings by City

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  • Cosmetic Dentistry — Veneers, bonding, whitening, and smile makeovers to improve appearance.
  • Dental Implants — Permanent tooth replacement with titanium implants and natural-looking crowns.
  • Emergency Dentistry — Same-day urgent care for toothaches, broken teeth, lost fillings, and dental trauma.
  • Endodontics — Root canal therapy and treatment of the inner tooth pulp and root systems.
  • General Dentistry — Routine cleanings, exams, fillings, and preventive care for patients of all ages.
  • Invisalign — Clear aligner therapy for discreet teeth straightening without traditional braces.
  • Oral Surgery — Extractions, wisdom teeth removal, jaw surgery, and other surgical dental procedures.
  • Orthodontics — Braces, Invisalign, and other teeth-straightening treatments for all ages.
  • Pediatric Dentistry — Child-focused dental care from infancy through adolescence in a comfortable environment.
  • Periodontics — Treatment of gum disease, deep cleanings, and gum-related surgical procedures.
  • Sedation Dentistry — Anxiety-free dental care using nitrous oxide, oral sedation, or IV sedation.
  • Teeth Whitening — In-office and take-home professional whitening treatments for a brighter smile.

Frequently asked questions

Who are the best dentists in America?
The Dentist Ranker indexes 47724 dental practices across 66 cities using our Guide Score algorithm. Top-ranked dentists are listed on our homepage and city pages, scored on Google reviews, credentials, patient acceptance status, and professional presence.
How are dentists ranked on The Dentist Ranker?
Our Guide Score percentage is computed from publicly available data. It uses weighted evidence from Google rating, review volume, web presence, profile completeness, professional credentials, press recognition, and years in practice, then normalizes across categories with captured positive evidence. There is no paid placement.
How do I find a dentist that is accepting new patients?
Each dentist profile on The Dentist Ranker shows whether they are accepting new patients where that data is available. You can also filter by city or specialty and check individual profiles for contact information to call ahead.
How often are rankings updated?
Core fields (address, phone, website) are re-verified on a rolling monthly cadence. Guide Scores recalculate with every data update. Every page renders its own last-verified date.