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Best General Dentists in Clifton, NJ (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Constandelis Dental: Dena Constandelis DMD, ranked #1 of 58 by service score; 5.0★ from 343 Google reviews, evening hours and Saturday hours.

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58 Clifton clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 28 open Saturdays and 25 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 6 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Clifton at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Clifton at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Constandelis Dental: Dena Constandelis DMD695.0★ (343)
2Mariola Perkowska DDS67—
3Allwood Family Dentistry67—
4American Unity Dental: Aminyar Homayoun DDS67—
5Dentist67—
6Dr. Fadi Beydoun67—
7Dr. Sharona Kennedy, DMD67—
8Dr. Shweta Shah, DDS67—
9Dr. Sofia C. Carram, DDS67—
10Dr. Vivian Chiu, DDS67—

The 58 best general dentistry dentists in Clifton, 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.

  3. #3 Allwood Family Dentistry

    46 Market St, Clifton, NJ 07012

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for general dentistry in Clifton: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–1 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Allwood Family DentistryFull profile(973) 365-2265
    In their words

    Located in Clifton, New Jersey, Allwood Family Dentistry makes visiting the dentist as easy and comfortable as possible. Specializing in dental implants, cleanings, Invisalign, fillings, sleep apnea, and much more, Dr. Hal Wolfson, Dr. Michael De Poto, Dr. Michal Fruchter, and Dr. Michelle Rubin are able to take care of all your dental needs. Open 7 days a week, answering the office phone after hours, and speaking Spanish, Hebrew, Arabic and Italian, Allwood Family Dentistry…

    From Allwood Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Harmony Dental Arts

    1066, 1 Clifton Ave 1 Ste 100 Suite, Clifton, NJ 07013

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Clifton: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Harmony Dental ArtsFull profile(973) 777-2731
    In their words

    Located in Clifton, NJ, Harmony Dental Arts gives patients a full selection of dental and orthodontic services. From cosmetic dentistry services such as Lumineers and Invisalign to orthodontics and general dentistry including root canals and thorough teeth cleaning, we are committed to the best level of dental care with advanced technology. Successfully treating patients for over 2 decades, the team at Harmony Dental Arts is dedicated to offering the least-invasive, but most…

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

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 ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Dental Health 360°57Evenings · Sat
27Club 32 Advanced Technology Dentistry57Evenings · Sun
28Clifton Dental Associates57Evenings · Sat
29Clifton Dentist - Premiere Family Dental Care57Evenings · Sat
30Transcendental LLC (Toan K. Bui, DMD)57Evenings · Sat
31New Smile Dentistry - Husniye Dogan57Evenings · Sat
32Family Dentistry57Evenings · Sat
33Dr. Seyed S. Shahmehdi, DMD57Evenings · Sat
34Prestige Dental Inc57Evenings · Sat
35Dr. Dental53Evenings · Sat
36Modern Dental Vision53Evenings · Sat
37Root Canal53Evenings · Sat
38PINADELLA DENTAL535.0★ (32)
39Cheap Dentist NJ53Evenings · Sat
40Cosmetic Dentist Clifton53Evenings · Sat
41NÜVA Smile50Sat
42R & S Dental Associates47Evenings
43Eastern Dental47Sat
44American Unity Dental47Sat
45Clifton Advanced Dentistry47Sat
46Notchview Dental Group47Evenings
47A-1 Perfect Smiles of New Jersey, P.C.47Evenings
48Access Dental47Evenings
49Clifton Dental Arts47Sat
50Vibrant Smiles Dental47Sat
51Dr. Mahesh Limbani, DMD43Sat
52Clifton Smile Dental Office37
53Clifton Center for Oral Surgery and Jaw Reconstruction37
54Paramount Dental Arts37
55Village Dental Associates37
56Dental Wellness of Clifton37
57Sparkle Dental Center37
58E & M Dental33

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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 Clifton?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Clifton?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$75–$220DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$220–$500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—

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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 Clifton general dentistry dentists

We scored 58 Clifton clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 11 were excluded (11 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 Clifton 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 Clifton: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Clifton?

Constandelis Dental: Dena Constandelis DMD ranks #1 of 58 Clifton clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has 5.0★ from 343 Google reviews and evening hours and Saturday hours. Mariola Perkowska DDS ranks #2 (evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Clifton, NJ?

General dentistry in Clifton typically costs $130–$390 USD. By type: checkup exam $75–$220; exam, cleaning and x-rays $220–$500. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Clifton general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

28 of 58 Clifton clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Constandelis Dental: Dena Constandelis DMD, Mariola Perkowska DDS and Allwood Family Dentistry. 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 Clifton?

58 Clifton clinics list general dentistry in our data. 28 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 6 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Clifton

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 67 clinics.
  2. : 11 duplicate listings merged.

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