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Best overall for general dentistry: Family Dentistry Dr. Alice Lwin, ranked #1 of 8 by service score; 4.6★ from 51 Google reviews, evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.
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8 Dorchester clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 6 open Saturdays and 3 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 7 of them.
| Rank | Clinic | Service score | Rating (reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Family Dentistry Dr. Alice Lwin | 65 | 4.6★ (51) |
| 2 | Dr. Seema Jacob | 63 | 4.4★ (34) |
| 3 | Dorchester Dental | 56 | 4.1★ (37) |
| 4 | Dr. Thanh K. Hong, DMD | 56 | 5.0★ (3) |
| 5 | Dr. Malkemus | 53 | 3.3★ (22) |
| 6 | Dentonic Inc | 53 | 5.0★ (1) |
| 7 | Dr. Uduak Anako-Okereke, DMD | 51 | 5.0★ (1) |
| 8 | Family Dental Care of Dorchester | 17 | — |
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.
Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Dorchester
1470 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA 02122
Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Dorchester: 4.6★ from 51 Google reviews; evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.
614 Blue Hill Ave B, Dorchester, MA 02121
Ranked #2 for general dentistry in Dorchester: 4.4★ from 34 Google reviews; evening hours and Saturday hours.
1370 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA 02122
Ranked #3 for general dentistry in Dorchester: 4.1★ from 37 Google reviews; Saturday hours.
1335 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA 02122
Ranked #4 for general dentistry in Dorchester: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.
166 Columbia Rd, Dorchester, MA 02121
Ranked #5 for general dentistry in Dorchester: 3.3★ from 22 Google reviews; Saturday hours.
614 Blue Hill Ave B, Dorchester, MA 02121
Ranked #6 for general dentistry in Dorchester: 5.0★ from 1 Google reviews.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.
632 Blue Hill Ave, Dorchester, MA 02121
Ranked #7 for general dentistry in Dorchester: 5.0★ from 1 Google reviews; evening hours and Saturday hours.
1444 Dorchester Ave #2, Dorchester, MA 02122
Ranked #8 for general dentistry in Dorchester: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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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 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.
Typical ranges in USD for Dorchester, MA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.
| Type | Typical range (USD) | Basis | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Checkup exam | $75–$220 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts | — |
| Exam, cleaning and x-rays | $220–$520 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts | — |
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Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.
| Fact | Typically |
|---|---|
| Typical visits | 1 visit for a checkup; follow-up visits if treatment is needed |
| Chair time | About 30–60 minutes for an exam and cleaning |
| Recovery | None for a routine checkup |
| When to see a specialist | When your dentist finds a problem outside routine care, such as a complex root canal, advanced gum disease or bite problems |
We scored 8 Dorchester 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.
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| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Dorchester data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews in the last 12 months | Measured |
| Access | 15% | Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients | Measured |
| Services | 10% | Services offered out of 17 | Measured |
| Profile completeness | 5% | Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos | Measured |