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Best General Dentists in East Orange, NJ (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Maria A. Cuesta, DMD, ranked #1 of 26 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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26 East Orange clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 9 open Saturdays and 5 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in East Orange at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in East Orange at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Maria A. Cuesta, DMD73—
2Marcus Ramsey East Orange Emergency Dentist685.0★ (1)
3Navleen K. Thind, DDS67—
4All Community Dental Center67—
5Dr. Carl L. Mcgloster, DDS67—
6Dr. Michael J. Simon, DDS67—
7Dr. Pavon, Dentist,67—
8Dr. Prachi Shah67—
9Dr. Samuel Tatem67—
10Dr. Sergio Bueno, DMD67—

The 26 best general dentistry dentists in East Orange, 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 Navleen K. Thind, DDS

    134 Evergreen Pl Suite 101, East Orange, NJ 07018

    67/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun 8:30 AM–2 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Navleen K. Thind, DDSFull profile(973) 968-6700

  16. #16 Academy Dental

    134 Evergreen Pl #101, East Orange, NJ 07018

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for general dentistry in East Orange: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue–Wed 8:30 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Academy DentalFull profile(973) 968-6700

  19. #19 East Orange Primary Care Center

    444 William St, East Orange, NJ 07017

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for general dentistry in East Orange: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at East Orange Primary Care CenterFull profile(973) 675-1900

  20. #20 Orange Dental Group

    85 S Harrison St Ste 103, East Orange, NJ 07018, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for general dentistry in East Orange: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Orange Dental GroupFull profile(973) 676-5310
    In their words

    Orange Dental Group in East Orange is led by our team of exceptional doctors and specialists. Our state of the art office offers general, cosmetic, and restorative dental procedures including dental implants, crowns, bridges, dentures, tooth extractions, root canals, & more. Our amazing team uses the latest and most precise techniques and equipment to help you achieve and maintain a beautiful, healthy smile. To make an appointment for a free consultation just give us a call…

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

  21. #21 Roman Khodosh DDS PC

    275 Prospect St #1f, East Orange, NJ 07017

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for general dentistry in East Orange: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu closed · Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Roman Khodosh DDS PCFull profile(973) 542-7597

  22. #22 Maria A. Barden, DMD

    126 Elliott Pl, East Orange, NJ 07018

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for general dentistry in East Orange: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–6 PM · Tue 1 PM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu 1 PM–6 PM · Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Maria A. Barden, DMDFull profile(973) 674-0098

  24. #24 NÜVA Smile

    85 S Harrison St # 103

    40/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in East Orange on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    • Speaks English
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at NÜVA SmileFull profile(973) 676-5310
    In their words

    Our East Orange, NJ, location is currently under renovation to become more modern and advanced to help meet every dental need. We look forward to welcoming all our Orange and Essex County patients to our newly transformed location.

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

  25. #25 Halsted Commons Dental Center

    15 Halsted St #200, East Orange, NJ 07018

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in East Orange 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 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Halsted Commons Dental CenterFull profile(973) 674-0999

All 26 clinics

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

RankClinicDR Score
26Dentist28

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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 East Orange?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in East Orange?
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—

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

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 East Orange general dentistry dentists

We scored 26 East Orange clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 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 East Orange 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 East Orange: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in East Orange?

Maria A. Cuesta, DMD ranks #1 of 26 East Orange clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Marcus Ramsey East Orange Emergency Dentist ranks #2 (5.0★ from 1 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in East Orange, NJ?

General dentistry in East Orange 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 East Orange general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

9 of 26 East Orange clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Navleen K. Thind, DDS, Academy Dental and Nova 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 East Orange?

26 East Orange clinics list general dentistry in our data. 9 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for East Orange

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 27 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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