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Best General Dentists in Farmington, CT (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Farmington Dental Arts, ranked #1 of 13 by service score; 5.0★ from 283 Google reviews, Saturday hours.

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13 Farmington clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 3 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 10 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Farmington at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Farmington at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Farmington Dental Arts635.0★ (283)
2Mitra Kabakoff D.D.S., PLLC625.0★ (241)
3Family Dental Care of Farmington604.9★ (186)
4Newpoint Family Dental574.7★ (204)
5Dr. Elizabeth Merz Alligood DDS565.0★ (10)
6UConn Health: Office of the Dean541.0★ (1)
7Dr. Peter M. Ficalora, DDS545.0★ (10)
8UConn School of Dental Medicine533.3★ (273)
9Renaissance Dental Group534.5★ (23)
10Farmington Family Dentistry524.1★ (29)

The 13 best general dentistry dentists in Farmington, 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.

  1. #12 Valley Orthodontics

    801 Plainville Ave, Farmington, CT 06032

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for general dentistry in Farmington 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 8:30 AM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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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 Farmington?

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

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

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

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 Farmington general dentistry dentists

We scored 13 Farmington 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 Farmington 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 Farmington: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Farmington?

Farmington Dental Arts ranks #1 of 13 Farmington clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has 5.0★ from 283 Google reviews and Saturday hours. Mitra Kabakoff D.D.S., PLLC ranks #2 (5.0★ from 241 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Farmington, CT?

General dentistry in Farmington 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 Connecticut. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Connecticut?

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 Farmington general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 13 Farmington clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Farmington Dental Arts, Dr. Elizabeth Merz Alligood DDS and Family Smile Dental CT. 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 Farmington?

13 Farmington clinics list general dentistry in our data. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 10 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Farmington

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 26 clinics.