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Best General Dentists in Braintree, MA (2026)

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

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Smilistic Dental Care, ranked #1 of 11 by service score; 4.8★ from 273 Google reviews, Saturday hours.

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11 Braintree clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 3 open Saturdays and 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 7 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Braintree at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Braintree at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Smilistic Dental Care624.8★ (273)
2Family Dentistry Of Braintree605.0★ (85)
3South Braintree Dental Associates595.0★ (90)
4Braintree Dental Group585.0★ (98)
5Legacy Dental/Earl R. Marrow, DMD574.7★ (23)
6Struzziero Philip A DDS574.5★ (2)
7Hersey Dental - Ronald Hersey, P DDS575.0★ (8)
8Quincy Shore Dental Care37—
9Hamidreza Fakhri8—
10Tayebaty Fardad T DDS8—

The 11 best general dentistry dentists in Braintree, 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. #8 Quincy Shore Dental Care

    222 Forbes Rd Suite 1105, Braintree, MA 02184

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for general dentistry in Braintree 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 closed · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Quincy Shore Dental Care, your smile is our top priority. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, quality dental care that you deserve. When you visit our office you will experience all that modern dentistry has to offer, including a comprehensive list of general, restorative and cosmetic dental services to meet the needs of the whole family. Our goal is to assist each patient in achieving and maintaining long term dental health and a…

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

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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 Braintree?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Braintree?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$75–$220DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$220–$520DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—

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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 Braintree general dentistry dentists

We scored 11 Braintree 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 Braintree 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 Braintree: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Braintree?

Smilistic Dental Care ranks #1 of 11 Braintree clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has 4.8★ from 273 Google reviews and Saturday hours. Family Dentistry Of Braintree ranks #2 (5.0★ from 85 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Braintree, MA?

General dentistry in Braintree typically costs $135–$405 USD. By type: checkup exam $75–$220; exam, cleaning and x-rays $220–$520. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Massachusetts?

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 Braintree general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 11 Braintree clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Smilistic Dental Care, Legacy Dental/Earl R. Marrow, DMD and Hersey Dental - Ronald Hersey, P 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 Braintree?

11 Braintree clinics list general dentistry in our data. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 7 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Braintree

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 26 clinics.