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Best General Dentists in Dalton, GA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Cornerstone Dental Studio, ranked #1 of 45 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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45 Dalton clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 2 open Saturdays and 2 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Dalton at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Dalton at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Cornerstone Dental Studio67
2Dilmar Callejas67
3Dr. Andrew Shehata67
4Dr. Billy Chung67
5Dr. Chikwava67
6Dr. David H. Newby III, DMD67
7Dr. Edward Debartolo67
8Dr. Louis Day67
9Dr. Mathew Owens67
10Dr. Nancy L. Williams, DDS67

The 45 best general dentistry dentists in Dalton, 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.

  17. #17 Xiaoying Gu

    849 Shugart Rd, Dalton, GA 30720

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for general dentistry in Dalton: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 7 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Xiaoying GuFull profile(706) 459-3333
    In their words

    Xiaoying Gu practices in Dalton, GA for Aspen Dental. With years of valuable dental experience, Xiaoying Gu and the rest of the Aspen Dental team are proud to offer services like dentures, gum diseases, root canals, crowns, and bridges with the best lab technicians. To see a dentist near you book online or call anytime Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. We are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and…

    From Xiaoying Gu's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 Dream Smile Dental

    1100 E Walnut Ave, Dalton, GA 30721

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for general dentistry in Dalton: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dream Smile DentalFull profile(706) 508-4222
    In their words

    Friendly office for all of your general dentistry needs. Most of our staff is bilingual and speaks Spanish and English. We hope to offer patients with appointments as close to the date they call as possible. If you are in need of an urgent appointment, please feel free to give us a call!

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

  19. #19 DEO Clinic

    218 N Fredrick St, Dalton, GA 30721

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for general dentistry in Dalton: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at DEO ClinicFull profile(706) 581-2009
    In their words

    The DEO Clinic is a FREE medical clinic serving uninsured adults from Whitfield and Murray Counties, when their income falls within clinic guidelines. DEO serves as a primary care office, treating general health concerns and chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, and COPD. Services NOT included at DEO are emergency care, pain medications, mental health, OB/GYN or dental. Please schedule an appointment, services require an annual eligibility interview.

    From DEO Clinic's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Franklin Dental

    2107 E Walnut Ave, Dalton, GA 30721

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for general dentistry in Dalton: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Franklin DentalFull profile(762) 226-8007
    In their words

    Franklin Dental serves the local community with a friendly and professional dental team to make dental visits simple and stress-free for patients of all ages. We accept most types of insurance and offer convenient payment options. Ask about our Resolution Dental Plan, which can save your family over $1,000 per year in dental needs!

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

  21. #21 Beautiful Smiles by Design

    509 S Thornton Ave, Dalton, GA 30720

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for general dentistry in Dalton 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 8 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Beautiful Smiles by DesignFull profile(706) 226-9798

  22. #22 Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics of Chattanooga

    1403 Dug Gap Rd, Dalton, GA 30720

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for general dentistry in Dalton 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 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics of ChattanoogaFull profile(423) 541-5500
    In their words

    Success starts with a smile. We’re here to make yours shine. At Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics of Chattanooga, our doctors provide the highest standard of pediatric dental care and all-ages orthodontic treatment, helping you and your family achieve and maintain beautiful, healthy smiles.

    From Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics of Chattanooga's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Dental Arts of Dalton - E. Thomas Lewis, DMD

    1716 Cleveland Hwy Suite 400, Dalton, GA 30721

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for general dentistry in Dalton 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–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dental Arts of Dalton - E. Thomas Lewis, DMDFull profile(706) 278-4254
    In their words

    Dr. Lewis is a family and cosmetic dentist in Dalton, GA and is dedicated to providing you with the very best dental care available in a professional, courteous and efficient manner. He is a gentle dentist whose comprehensive dental services include: professional cleanings, cosmetic dentistry restorations, fillings, root canals, crowns & bridges, extractions, dentures & partials, teeth whitening, and Invisalign.

    From Dental Arts of Dalton - E. Thomas Lewis, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Northwest Georgia Oral Facial Surgery & Implants, P.C.

    1107 Memorial Dr Suite #101, Dalton, GA 30720, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Dalton 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 Northwest Georgia Oral Facial Surgery & Implants, P.C.Full profile(706) 277-9393

  25. #25 Onsite Dental

    2659 Abutment Rd, Dalton, GA 30721

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Dalton 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–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–1 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Onsite DentalFull profile(706) 286-6154

All 45 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #45, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Dalton Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - Dr. Jacob Lee37
27Barton Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, PC: Dr. Billy Barton, DMD37
28Dalton Endodontics37
29Dug Gap Family Dentistry37
30Houston & Robison Family Dentistry37
31Kevin L. Ragsdale, D.D.S.37
32Patterson & Hughes Family Dentistry37
33Dalton Dental Care37
34Dalton Family Dentistry37
35W. Jeffrey Battles, DMD, PC---Battles Dental Studio---Dentist Near Me; Implants, Dentures, Veneers, Crowns37
36Phillip L. Parham Jr, DMD - Dental Implants & Periodontal Care37
37A Smile 4U33
38Affordable Dentures & Implants33
39Dalton Orthodontics33
40North Georgia Center for Corrective Jaw Surgery33
41Dental Implants & Periodontal33
42Soza Family Dentistry33
43Purdey Robert DDS33
44Dr. Call Dental Center17
45Tull Jr Murrell S DDS14

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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 Dalton?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Dalton?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$60–$170DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$170–$410DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia—

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

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 Dalton general dentistry dentists

We scored 45 Dalton clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Dalton 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

General dentistry in Dalton: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Dalton?

Cornerstone Dental Studio ranks #1 of 45 Dalton clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Dilmar Callejas ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Dalton, GA?

General dentistry in Dalton typically costs $105–$315 USD. By type: checkup exam $60–$170; exam, cleaning and x-rays $170–$410. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Georgia?

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 Dalton general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 45 Dalton clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Dream Smile Dental and Franklin Dental. 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 Dalton?

45 Dalton clinics list general dentistry in our data. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Dalton

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 45 clinics.

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