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Best General Dentists in Birmingham, AL (2026)

142 clinics offering general dentistry, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Rohling, Meredith TubbsDMD PC, ranked #1 of 142 by service score; 5.0★ from 181 Google reviews.

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142 Birmingham clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 5 offer same-day or emergency visits and 9 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 75 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Birmingham at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Birmingham at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Rohling, Meredith TubbsDMD PC785.0★ (181)
2Gooch Family Dental754.9★ (1,632)
3Birmingham Smiles Dentistry745.0★ (303)
4Center Point Dental Care744.9★ (801)
5Hall Cosmetic & Family Dentistry735.0★ (1,071)
6Alabama Pediatric Dentistry73—
7Alabama Periodontics: Brett Maddux DMD73—
8Brooks Orthodontics - Trussville73—
9Carr Kimberly DDS73—
10Daniel Nix DMD73—

The 142 best general dentistry dentists in Birmingham, 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.

  1. Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Birmingham

    #1 Rohling, Meredith TubbsDMD PC

    4701 Misty Ridge Circle, Birmingham, AL 35235

    78/10085% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Birmingham: 5.0★ from 181 Google reviews.

    Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.

    • 5.0from 181 Google reviews

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #2 Gooch Family Dental

    6807 Tattersall Way, Birmingham, AL 35242, United States

    75/100

    Ranked #2 for general dentistry in Birmingham: 4.9★ from 1,632 Google reviews.

    • 4.9from 1,632 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–6 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Gooch Family Dental in Birmingham is led by Burton Gooch, DDS. Our dentists offers general, cosmetic and restorative treatments including sedation dentistry, dental crowns, dental implants and more! Our dentists focus on creating lasting relationships with our patients with honest communication, exceptional service, and high-quality dental care. We want to give you the most access to the best care that modern dentistry has to offer in a fast, convenient time frame. Make an…

    From Gooch Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #3 Birmingham Smiles Dentistry

    2120 Lynngate Dr, Birmingham, AL 35216

    74/100

    Ranked #3 for general dentistry in Birmingham: 5.0★ from 303 Google reviews.

    • 5.0from 303 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed–Thu 7 AM–3:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Our dental care practice located in Birmingham concentrates on family and cosmetic dentistry. Our dental team members are extremely experienced and knowledgeable about dental health and all dental procedures such as porcelain veneers, dental implants, teeth whitening, and permanent crowns and bridges. We are happy to answer any questions that you may have at any time.

    From Birmingham Smiles Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #4 Center Point Dental Care

    2500 Center Point Pkwy Suite#100, Birmingham, AL 35215

    74/100

    Ranked #4 for general dentistry in Birmingham: 4.9★ from 801 Google reviews; evening hours.

    • 4.9from 801 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Our first goal, from the moment you walk in the door, is to earn a feeling of trust. We believe the absolute best dentistry we can provide will only take place when there is a strong bond of trust with our patients, and we're all working together toward the common goals of healthy teeth and gums and a beautiful smile. Whether your dental needs are a complete exam, cleaning, or anything in between, our staff will provide you with exceptional care. Your six-month visits…

    From Center Point Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #5 Hall Cosmetic & Family Dentistry

    6930 Cahaba Valley Rd, Birmingham, AL 35242

    73/100

    Ranked #5 for general dentistry in Birmingham: 5.0★ from 1,071 Google reviews.

    • 5.0from 1,071 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Hall Cosmetic & Family Dentistry is located in Birmingham, AL. Hall Cosmetic & Family Dentistry is always accepting new patients. Contact us for a fast appointment. We offer both Family and Cosmetic Dental Services to our patients. Our Services Include: - General Dentistry - Cosmetic Dentistry - Sedation Dentistry - Emergency Dentistry - Dental Bridges - Dental Crowns - Dental Implants - Dental Veneers - Teeth Whitening - Teeth Straightening - Tooth Extraction - Root Canal -…

    From Hall Cosmetic & Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for general dentistry in Birmingham 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

    In their words

    At Alabama Periodontics, we specialize in dental implant placement, cosmetic gum contouring, treatment of periodontal disease, receding gums, the diagnosis and treatment of oral pathologies, and preventative cleanings. We utilize the latest technology, including dynamic 3D navigation and laser-assisted surgeries to maximize the quickest healing times and best results for our patients. Dr. Maddux has been practicing advanced treatments since 1999 and believes in providing his…

    From Alabama Periodontics: Brett Maddux DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for general dentistry in Birmingham 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

    In their words

    We specialize in providing excellent, affordable orthodontic treatment for the ENTIRE family. Serving the greater Trussville and Odenville/Moody areas for over 15 years. We offer traditional braces, clear braces and Invisalign as as well treatment of grinding/clenching, TMJ disorders and orthognathic (jaw) problems. We offer flexible, affordable payment options and accept most insurances. No dentist referral needed to schedule initial free evaluation.

    From Brooks Orthodontics - Trussville's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for general dentistry in Birmingham 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

    In their words

    Homewood Dental Associates is located at 2045 Brookwood Medical Center Dr in Homewood, AL. Dr. Peters and staff is excited to meet you and your family. They look forward to the challenge of providing an inviting and comfortable atmosphere to every patient.

    From Homewood Dental Associates's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  9. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for general dentistry in Birmingham 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

    In their words

    Law Orthodontics is a boutique practice located in Homewood, AL. Our board-certified orthodontist, Dr. Maggie Law, offers orthodontic treatments for children, teens, & adults of all ages. Dr. Law specializes in Invisalign, Clear Braces, Metal Braces, and Hidden (INBRACE) Braces! Our patient-focused practice provides exceptional dental care and efficient treatments with an emphasis on hospitality and technology. We offer customized treatment plans, flexible financing, and…

    From Law Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  10. #24 Family Care Dental

    2757 Green Springs Hwy, Birmingham, AL 35209

    72/100

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Birmingham: 4.7★ from 562 Google reviews; Saturday hours.

    • 4.7from 562 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    When you visit Family Care Dental, you will find that we always have your comfort and convenience in mind. Our office is clean, warm, and comfortable to put you and your family at ease. We offer hot and cold beverages for your refreshment. Our friendly staff is happy to answer any questions you may have about treatment, financing, and dental care in general. We look forward to seeing our patients and strive to make our practice a place your family looks forward to visiting.…

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

All 142 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #142, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Edwards Lake Dental: Lange Andrew J DMD714.9★ (573)
27AdVance Dental, P.C.714.9★ (206)
28Aspen Dental704.5★ (1,271)Evenings
29Endodontic Associates- Trussville704.8★ (448)
30Mountain Brook Smiles705.0★ (364)
31Trussville Dentistry705.0★ (238)
32Five Points Dental694.9★ (448)
33Daniel Richards, DMD695.0★ (160)
34G Robin Pruitt Jr694.5★ (21)Evenings · Sun
35Central Avenue Dentistry695.0★ (290)
36White Oak Family Dentistry694.9★ (137)
37Boyd Family Dentistry694.9★ (783)
38Clairmont Cosmetic & Family Dentistry694.7★ (791)
39Davenport Dental and Wellness Center: Celia Davenport, DMD694.7★ (281)
40The Dental Boutique695.0★ (246)
41Contemporary Smiles Family and Cosmetic Dentistry684.9★ (129)Evenings
42Koch Aesthetic Dentistry - The Dental Spa685.0★ (109)
43Highland Dentistry684.9★ (208)
44Stuart Curry Dentistry Birmingham685.0★ (300)
45Dental Wellness Center of Birmingham685.0★ (203)
46Leigh Kent DDS, PhD, PC685.0★ (237)
47Turner Family Dentistry684.9★ (234)
48Kasey Davis Dentistry684.9★ (367)
49Cahaba Medical Care - Dental Center (Birmingham)674.7★ (169)
50QuickCare Dental675.0★ (1)
51Comfort Plus Family Dental674.7★ (370)
52Advantage Dental+ | Pinson67
53Birmingham Orthodontics - Trussville67
54Bright Dental Center67
55Clark Holmes Smith Oral Facial Surgery - Trussville67
56Dental Birmingham Alabama - Dental Discount67
57Dr. Austin Powell67
58Dr. Shaheen Rajpari67
59Emergency Dentist Birmingham AL67
60Gray Mark DDS67
61Rohling Dental: Dr. Monica Parham67
62Shaw R Sterling DDS67
63StoneCreek Dental Care67
64Thomas Joe DDS67
65Willaim Turner67
66Roden Oral, Facial, and Dental Implant Surgery674.9★ (1,184)
67Vlachos & Feagin Orthodontics - Homewood665.0★ (93)
6812 Dental664.1★ (14)
69Smiles For Keeps Dentistry664.8★ (196)
70Cook Family and Cosmetic Dentistry664.9★ (70)
71West Princeton Dental Clinic PC654.7★ (194)
72Valleydale Dental Associates654.9★ (122)
73Midfield Dental Center644.0★ (227)Evenings
74Iron City Dentistry634.6★ (76)
75Dr. Edward L. Jones, DMD, MD634.8★ (16)
76Sudha Gutti, DMD625.0★ (9)Sat
77Dr. Norman Guillen, DMD, PC624.7★ (28)
78Complete Dental Care, PC624.6★ (52)
79Woods Jr Eddie DDS..624.2★ (13)Evenings · Sat · Sun
80Cahaba Valley Health Care624.3★ (20)
81Moulton Dentistry625.0★ (322)
82Lakeshore Dental625.0★ (14)
83Red Mountain Pediatric Dentistry615.0★ (366)
84Pediatric Dental Associates Birmingham614.9★ (956)
85Cahaba Valley Pediatric Dentistry614.9★ (419)
86UAB School of Dentistry603.7★ (275)
87Floss Family Dentistry604.6★ (9)
88Dr. Clark Thomas Pediatric Dentistry604.9★ (695)
89Grayson Valley Family Dentistry594.1★ (23)
90Gilbert Jeff DDS594.1★ (21)
91Five Points West Dental.581.0★ (1)Evenings · Sat · Sun
92Dr. Jeffrey Barnes - MOVED to Mountain Brook Dental Care at 3928 Montclair Rd #120584.5★ (6)
93Richard E Morgan Sr., DMD575.0★ (3)
94AmeriPlan Dental and Health Plans57Evenings · Sat
95Benjamin D Williams, DMD57Evenings · Sun
96Birmingham Family Dental Services57Sat · Sun
97Johnson David DDS565.0★ (1)
98DENTIST555.0★ (1)
99Reed Edward N DDS555.0★ (1)
100Christ Health - Woodlawn554.3★ (671)
101Valley Ridge Family Dentistry554.8★ (48)
102Ford, Alfred DMD544.1★ (68)Sat
103Odum Patrick DDS544.8★ (20)
104Emergency Dentist 24/7 Birmingham531.4★ (11)
105Children's of Alabama - Dentistry (Dental)513.4★ (9)
106Family Dentistry484.5★ (2)
107Emergency Dentist47Evenings · Sat · Sun
108Perrigo Dental Care37
109Valley Dental Center37
110Birmingham District Dental Society37
111Magic City Dentistry37
112Vital Smiles37
113North Birmingham Dental Care- Dr. Marshall Williams37
114Looney William B DDS37
115Wood & Spooner Cosmetic and General Dentistry37
116Weiss Dental37
117Roberson Dental37
118Perrigo Luke B DDS33
119Baldone Dentistry33
120Vital Smiles33
121North Birmingham Dental Care33
122StoneCreek Dental Care - Birmingham Montclair33
123Childrens Dental Center28
124Darrell Roberson28
125Dr. Spencer D. Maddox, DMD28
126Children's Dental Center: Carr, Kimberly DMD17
127dental Arts15
128Downs Nolan D DDS15
129Dr. Richard L. Skinner, DMD15
130Dr. Stephen C. Mitchell, DMD15
131Dr. Teri D. Chafin, DMD15
132Gentle Dental15
133Hometown Family Dentistry PC15
134Lewis Jones P DDS15
135Precision Managed IT15
136Quick Dental Now15
137Reginald Swanson15
138Sunrise Dental care15
139Uab Hospital: Waite Peter D DDS15
140Urgent Dentist15
141Urgent Dentist Point8
142Dr. Ruth Penton Polson7

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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 Birmingham?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Birmingham?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$50–$150DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$150–$360DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama—

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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 Birmingham general dentistry dentists

We scored 142 Birmingham clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 17 were excluded (5 closed and 12 duplicate listings). 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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Birmingham?

Rohling, Meredith TubbsDMD PC ranks #1 of 142 Birmingham clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has 5.0★ from 181 Google reviews. Gooch Family Dental ranks #2 (4.9★ from 1,632 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Birmingham, AL?

General dentistry in Birmingham typically costs $92–$276 USD. By type: checkup exam $50–$150; exam, cleaning and x-rays $150–$360. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Alabama?

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 Birmingham general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

9 of 142 Birmingham clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Urgent Dental Help, Family Care Dental and Sudha Gutti, DMD. 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 Birmingham?

142 Birmingham clinics list general dentistry in our data. 9 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 75 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Birmingham

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 159 clinics.
  2. : 12 duplicate listings merged.
  3. : 5 closed clinics removed.