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Best General Dentists in Fresh Meadows, NY (2026)

9 clinics offering general dentistry, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Linares Cesar DDS, ranked #1 of 9 by service score; 5.0★ from 40 Google reviews, evening hours and Saturday hours.

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9 Fresh Meadows 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 7 of them.

Top 9 general dentistry dentists in Fresh Meadows at a glance

Top 9 general dentistry dentists in Fresh Meadows at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)Same-day
1Linares Cesar DDS615.0★ (40)—
2Yu Krystina Chen DDS Pc604.7★ (62)—
3Prestige Dental Of Hillcrest574.8★ (6)—
4Dr. Jacob E Orbach, DDS, PC574.6★ (38)—
5Al Gulum DDS575.0★ (22)—
6New York Hospital Queens - Center for Dental and Oral Medicine521.6★ (62)Yes
7TOOTH503.7★ (50)—
8Clínica de reparaciones dentales15——
9Emergency Dentist Fresh Meadows8——

The 9 best general dentistry dentists in Fresh Meadows, 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.

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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 Fresh Meadows?

Typical ranges in USD for Fresh Meadows, NY. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does general dentistry cost in Fresh Meadows?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$80–$240DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$240–$560DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—

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

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 Fresh Meadows general dentistry dentists

We scored 9 Fresh Meadows 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 Fresh Meadows 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 Fresh Meadows: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Fresh Meadows?

Linares Cesar DDS ranks #1 of 9 Fresh Meadows clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has 5.0★ from 40 Google reviews and evening hours and Saturday hours. Yu Krystina Chen DDS Pc ranks #2 (4.7★ from 62 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Fresh Meadows, NY?

General dentistry in Fresh Meadows typically costs $145–$435 USD. By type: checkup exam $80–$240; exam, cleaning and x-rays $240–$560. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in New York?

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 Fresh Meadows general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 9 Fresh Meadows clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Linares Cesar DDS, Yu Krystina Chen DDS Pc and New York Hospital Queens - Center for Dental and Oral Medicine. 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 Fresh Meadows?

9 Fresh Meadows clinics list general dentistry in our data. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 7 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Fresh Meadows

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 17 clinics.