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Best Dental Implant Dentists in Tuscaloosa, AL (2026)

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    Best overall for dental implants: Emergency Dental Tuscaloosa, ranked #1 of 58 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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58 Tuscaloosa clinics list dental implants and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 2 open Saturdays. None list an oral surgeon on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 implants dentists in Tuscaloosa at a glance

Top 10 implants dentists in Tuscaloosa at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Emergency Dental Tuscaloosa77Yes
2Good Samaritan Clinic73—
3John R Crump DMD73—
4Smile Design Center: Dr. George E Hydrick, DDS73—
5West Alabama Dental73—
6Carlson G N DDS67—
7Diaz Joseph P DDS67—
8Dr. David D. Nelson, DMD67—
9Dr. Russell A. Lamoureux Sr, DMD67—
10Dr. Thomas H. Patton III, DMD67—

The 58 best implants dentists in Tuscaloosa, ranked

Ordered by service score: the DR Score plus bonuses for a specialist on staff, reviews that mention the service and same-day care where it applies.

  4. #4 Smile Design Center: Dr. George E Hydrick, DDS

    300 Towncenter Blvd Ste A, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for dental implants in Tuscaloosa on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Smile Design Center: Dr. George E Hydrick, DDSFull profile(205) 750-8008

  21. #21 West Alabama Dental Center: Nelson Thomas R DDS

    149 Skyland E Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for dental implants in Tuscaloosa on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at West Alabama Dental Center: Nelson Thomas R DDSFull profile(205) 345-8859

  22. #22 Aspen Dental

    940 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, Tuscaloosa, AL 35404

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for dental implants in Tuscaloosa: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 7 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 7 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile(205) 535-3205
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Tuscaloosa,AL offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday - Friday 6:30am -11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am - 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am - 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care…

    From Aspen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Riverview Dental Designs

    805 Rice Mine N Rd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for dental implants in Tuscaloosa on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 7 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Riverview Dental DesignsFull profile(205) 448-8277
    In their words

    If you've been looking for a dental office that listens, truly cares, and treats you with respect, you've found your new dental home! The team at Riverview Dental Designs makes dentistry not only gentle, but enjoyable! We are a family-friendly, general, restorative and cosmetic dental practice and we are here to help patients just like you find the healthy, strong, and yes - beautiful - smile they deserve.

    From Riverview Dental Designs's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Dental Works

    1402 Veterans Memorial Pkwy B, Tuscaloosa, AL 35404, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for dental implants in Tuscaloosa on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dental WorksFull profile(205) 556-6511

  25. #25 Dr Jack Smalley

    1100 Fairfax Park, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for dental implants in Tuscaloosa on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr Jack SmalleyFull profile(205) 752-3506

All 58 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #58, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Dr. Rodney M. Marshall, DMD37
27Johnson & Marshall Dentistry37
28Mark Tickle DMD Family & Implant Dentistry37
29Tuscaloosa Pediatric Dentistry37
30Wright & Smith Dentistry37
31Capstone Dental Care37
32Vandervoort Family Dentistry - Will Vandervoort, DMD & Jordan Smith, DMD37
33Christopher T. Taylor, DMD37
34The Smile Design Center37
35Children and Teen Dental of Alabama - Tuscaloosa (Mcfarland Blvd.)37
36Dental Care South37
37Lakeside Dental37
38Northbank Family Dental37
39Rhodes & Rhodes Family Dentistry37
40University General Dentistry37
41Whitaker Family & Cosmetic Dentistry37
42Tuscaloosa General Dentistry37
43North River Dental Associates37
44West Alabama Dental Center37
45Tuscaloosa Family Dental37
46Camellia Dental Care37
47Southern Smiles Dental Center37
48Advantage Dental+ | Tuscaloosa33
49Theodore R Hendrix Dental Center33
50Davis Dental33
51Dr. William D. Roe, DMD33
52Valentin A. Ferro, DMD33
53Will Wagner, DMD33
54David A. Scott, DMD33
55Dr. John T. Carlson Jr, DMD33
56Williamson Fonda28
57Black Warrior Dental Center27Sat
58Renaissance Dental17

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What are dental implants?

A dental implant is a small titanium or zirconia post placed in the jawbone to replace a missing tooth root. After it fuses with the bone, a crown, bridge or denture is attached on top. Implants need enough healthy bone and gum to support them.

Dental implants: specialist or general dentist?

Implants are placed by oral surgeons, periodontists, and general dentists with extra implant training. Specialists are often recommended when bone grafting, sinus lifts, or full-arch cases like All-on-4 are involved. The crown is often made by a general dentist or prosthodontist.

None of Tuscaloosa's 58 clinics offering dental implants list an oral surgeon on staff in our data yet. See oral surgeons in Tuscaloosa

How much do dental implants cost in Tuscaloosa?

Typical ranges in USD for Tuscaloosa, AL. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do dental implants cost in Tuscaloosa?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Single implant post and abutment$1,500–$3,450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama—
Single implant with crown$2,950–$5,900DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama—
Bone graft (if needed)$310–$2,950DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama—
All-on-4 full arch, per arch$14,800–$29,700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full dental implants cost guide for Tuscaloosa

What to expect from dental implants

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

Dental implants: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visitsTypically 3–6 visits over several months
Chair timeAbout 1–2 hours to place a single implant
RecoveryA few days of soreness; the implant usually needs 3–6 months to fuse before the final crown
When to see a specialistBone loss that needs grafting, multiple missing teeth, full-arch replacement, or medical conditions affecting healing

How we ranked Tuscaloosa implants dentists

We scored 58 Tuscaloosa clinics offering dental implants on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 4 were excluded (4 duplicate listings). Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured clinics are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Tuscaloosa data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Access15%Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patientsMeasured
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

Dental implants in Tuscaloosa: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dental implants dentist in Tuscaloosa?

Emergency Dental Tuscaloosa ranks #1 of 58 Tuscaloosa clinics offering dental implants by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Good Samaritan Clinic ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an oral surgeon on staff.

How much do dental implants cost in Tuscaloosa, AL?

Dental implants in Tuscaloosa typically costs $1,380–$5,520 USD. By type: single implant post and abutment $1,500–$3,450; single implant with crown $2,950–$5,900; bone graft (if needed) $310–$2,950. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Tuscaloosa do dental implants?

Yes. None of the 58 Tuscaloosa clinics offering dental implants list an oral surgeon on staff in our data, so general dentists there typically provide it. Typical reasons to see an oral surgeon: bone loss that needs grafting, multiple missing teeth, full-arch replacement, or medical conditions affecting healing.

Are dental implants covered by insurance or Medicaid in Alabama?

Coverage for implants varies widely. Some dental plans cover part of the cost as major care, often subject to waiting periods and annual maximums; many do not. Medicaid rarely covers implants for adults. Ask for a written estimate.

Do dental implants hurt?

Implant placement is done under local anesthetic, and many clinics offer sedation, so most patients feel pressure rather than pain. Afterward, soreness and swelling for a few days are common. Many patients say recovery is similar to a tooth extraction.

Which Tuscaloosa dental implants dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 58 Tuscaloosa clinics offering dental implants list Saturday hours, including Emergency Dental Tuscaloosa and Black Warrior Dental Center. Hours come from each clinic's listing; check with the clinic before you go, since holiday and summer hours can change.

How many dentists offer dental implants in Tuscaloosa?

58 Tuscaloosa clinics list dental implants in our data. 0 of them list an oral surgeon on staff. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Tuscaloosa

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 58 clinics.
  2. : 4 duplicate listings merged.

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