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Best General Dentists in Fall River, MA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Deforge Kimberly, ranked #1 of 57 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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57 Fall River clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 15 open Saturdays and 8 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Fall River at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Fall River at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Deforge Kimberly67
2Dr. Anila Khalid67
3Dr. Douaa Girgis67
4Dr. Sharanya Kumaraswamy67
5Dr. Vanessa Guerrero67
6Duchin Sheldon L DDS67
7Fernando Carlos Y DDS67
8George Rodrigues67
9Hamati Isam DDS67
10Hanover Dental Group: Framek H Michael DDS67

The 57 best general dentistry dentists in Fall River, 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.

  20. #20 HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc.

    387 Quarry St #100, Fall River, MA 02723

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for general dentistry in Fall River: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc.Full profile(508) 679-8111
    In their words

    Founded in 1971, HealthFirst Family Care is a federally funded nonprofit community health center that provides quality, affordable medical and dental care to all residents of greater Fall River, regardless of their ability to pay. Services include: • Adult medicine • Pediatric medicine • Adult and pediatric dental care • Care management of chronic diseases • Integrated Substance Use Recovery Program • Nutrition counseling • Medical interpreter services • Patient benefits •…

    From HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc.'s own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Rodrigues Dental Group

    1395 Pleasant St, Fall River, MA 02723

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for general dentistry in Fall River: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–6:30 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Rodrigues Dental GroupFull profile(508) 672-8984
    In their words

    Since 1980, George Rodrigues Jr., D.D.S. has been serving Fall River, MA and the surrounding areas. We offer comprehensive dentistry services to patients of all different ages in a warm, welcoming environment. In 2006 Dr. Rodrigues' daughter, Dr. Shannon Rodrigues Espinola became an associate at the office. Together they provide quality and affordable dental services to their patients.

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

  22. #22 Dr. Suhair A. Shamoon, DMD

    920 Plymouth Ave, Fall River, MA 02721, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for general dentistry in Fall River: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Suhair A. Shamoon, DMDFull profile(508) 672-6471

  23. #23 Steinhof Dental

    4144 N Main St, Fall River, MA 02720, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for general dentistry in Fall River: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 8:30 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Steinhof DentalFull profile(508) 673-0077
    In their words

    Here at Steinhof Dental we are committed to earning loyalty and confidence of each patient, one patient at a time, the way we have been since 1947 when Dr. Edward J. Steinhof, DDS, founded Steinhof Dental. His son, Dr. David L Steinhof DMD took over the practice in 1990. We continue to pride ourselves on being able to offer a wide variety of treatment plans and, most importantly, finding the one that works best for you. Our goal is to motivate, educate and graduate each…

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

  25. #25 Healthfirst Family Care Center: Chopra Anita DDS

    102 County St, Fall River, MA 02723

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Fall River: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Healthfirst Family Care Center: Chopra Anita DDSFull profile(508) 679-8111

All 57 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #57, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Dr. Allen L. Lorenz, DDS472.3★ (4)
27Emergency Dentist47Sat
28Cortland Dental47Sat
29Admire Dental Fall River47Sat
30Kids Dental Care of Fall River47Sat
31Robert P Levesque Dmd47Evenings
32Alpha Dental of Fall River43Sat
33Dental Dreams43Sat
34Aspen Dental43Evenings
35Dentist In Fall River43Sat
36North Main Dental Associates: Ponte Paul M DDS43Sat
37Dr. Randolph Sousa37
38Advanced Dental Spa37
39Highland Dental Health37
40Mondovi Dental37
41Rock St. Pedodontics37
42Douaa M. Girgis, D.M.D., P.C.37
43OMG Smiles: Fall River37
44Stuart Levine, D.D.S.33
45Dental Surgeons33
46Lechan & Fielding Inc33
47Dr. H. Michael Sefranek33
48Anita L. Jones, DDS33
49Mosca Bento Michelle DDS33
50Francesca Pallapati28
51Kathleen Crowley28
52Kilroy Kevin DDS28
53Donald J. Dufour, D.D.S., Inc.27Sat
54Abou-Yazbeck Raed DDS15
55Dr. Afshin Vahadi Emergency Dentist Fall River 24 Hours15
56Lechan Leonard M DDS15
57Randazzo Richard L MD15

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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 Fall River?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Fall River?
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—

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

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 Fall River general dentistry dentists

We scored 57 Fall River 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 Fall River 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 Fall River: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Fall River?

Deforge Kimberly ranks #1 of 57 Fall River clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Anila Khalid ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Fall River, MA?

General dentistry in Fall River 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 Fall River general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

15 of 57 Fall River clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including True Dental, HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc. and Rodrigues Dental Group. 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 Fall River?

57 Fall River clinics list general dentistry in our data. 15 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Fall River

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 59 clinics.

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