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Best General Dentists in Astoria, NY (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Trusted Dentist Clinic, ranked #1 of 40 by service score; 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, emergency visits and evening hours.

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40 Astoria clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 2 offer same-day or emergency visits and 17 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 38 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Astoria at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Astoria at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)Same-day
1Trusted Dentist Clinic705.0★ (5)Yes
2Astoria Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, Rashmi Ambewadikar, DDS674.7★ (112)—
3NY Legacy Dentistry Stephanie Alvarez D.M.D. & Yannis Koroneos D.M.D665.0★ (102)—
4Serafin Teofilos DDS665.0★ (83)—
5Astoria Dentistry655.0★ (198)—
6Emergency Dental Service Astoria655.0★ (1)—
7New Smile Astoria Dentistry:654.9★ (127)—
8Bond Dental (Emergency & General Dentistry)645.0★ (16)—
9Newtown Dental644.9★ (32)—
10Astoria City Dental634.9★ (579)—

The 40 best general dentistry dentists in Astoria, 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.

All 40 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #40, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26George Rita DDS554.0★ (62)Evenings
27John Cambitsis DDS544.7★ (30)
28Caviris Peter K DDS544.7★ (18)Sat
29Dr Rosemary Zurita Dentist542.3★ (3)
30Skyline Dentistry Astoria New York535.0★ (4)Evenings · Sat
31Elements Dental Of Ny534.9★ (28)
32Arista Dental Care533.5★ (329)Sat
33Dr. Konstantinos T. Kiamos, DDS525.0★ (26)
34Astoria Dental Associates514.2★ (11)Evenings
35Smile Dental Astoria504.5★ (8)
36Astoria Dental Design465.0★ (2)
37Dr. Mohammed Shahabuddin, DDS452.2★ (57)Sat
38Dr. Mohammad Nayeem, DDS452.7★ (38)
39New Smile Astoria Dentistry Steinway17Sat
40Christian Community Ministry15

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What is general dentistry?

General dentistry covers routine care: checkups, cleanings, x-rays, fillings and basic treatment of gum disease. A general dentist is usually the first stop for any dental problem and refers patients to specialists when a case needs it.

General dentistry: specialist or general dentist?

General dentists (DDS or DMD) provide this care themselves. There is no specialist for general dentistry; a general dentist may refer you to an endodontist, periodontist, orthodontist or oral surgeon for complex work.

How much does general dentistry cost in Astoria?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Astoria?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$80–$240DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$240–$560DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full general dentistry cost guide for Astoria

What to expect from general dentistry

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

General dentistry: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visits1 visit for a checkup; follow-up visits if treatment is needed
Chair timeAbout 30–60 minutes for an exam and cleaning
RecoveryNone for a routine checkup
When to see a specialistWhen your dentist finds a problem outside routine care, such as a complex root canal, advanced gum disease or bite problems

How we ranked Astoria general dentistry dentists

We scored 40 Astoria clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Astoria data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
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

General dentistry in Astoria: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Astoria?

Trusted Dentist Clinic ranks #1 of 40 Astoria clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews and emergency visits and evening hours. Astoria Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, Rashmi Ambewadikar, DDS ranks #2 (4.7★ from 112 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Astoria, NY?

General dentistry in Astoria typically costs $145–$435 USD. By type: checkup exam $80–$240; exam, cleaning and x-rays $240–$560. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in New York?

Most dental insurance plans cover preventive checkups and cleanings, often twice a year, with little or no cost share. Medicaid covers dental care for children in every state; adult dental benefits vary by state. Confirm your benefits before booking.

Does a dental checkup hurt?

A routine checkup is usually not painful. Most patients feel only mild pressure or scraping during the cleaning. People with sensitive teeth or gum inflammation may feel some discomfort, and dentists can often use numbing gel or adjust their technique if you tell them.

Which Astoria general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

17 of 40 Astoria clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Trusted Dentist Clinic, Astoria Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, Rashmi Ambewadikar, DDS and Serafin Teofilos DDS. 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 general dentistry in Astoria?

40 Astoria clinics list general dentistry in our data. 17 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 38 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Astoria

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 65 clinics.

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