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Best General Dentists in Gainesville, VA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Awesome Smiles Dental Center, ranked #1 of 52 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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52 Gainesville clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 14 open Saturdays and 7 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 5 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Gainesville at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Gainesville at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Awesome Smiles Dental Center73—
2The Corner Dental705.0★ (23)
3Davies James R DDS67—
4Dr. Brenton Burger67—
5Dr. Brian Carino67—
6Dr. Clarissa Moore67—
7Dr. Margaret Enoch67—
8Dr. Mariano Polack67—
9Dr. My K. Tran, DDS67—
10Dr. Pooya Aflatooni67—

The 52 best general dentistry dentists in Gainesville, 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. Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Gainesville

    #1 Awesome Smiles Dental Center

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Gainesville on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Awesome Smiles Dental CenterFull profile
    In their words

    Dr. Lowe has been named one of America’s Top Dentists by the Consumers Research Council of America since 2011. As a top dentist located in Haymarket, Virginia, Dr. Lowe and our awesome team are thrilled to treat patients of all ages. We strive to provide you and your family with all of the dental care you need to reach healthy, beautiful smiles. Our dentist is proud to offer services including dental implants, ClearCorrect, Invisalign®, Six Month Smiles®, FASTBRACES®, family…

    From Awesome Smiles Dental Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Dr. Faline Davenport,DDS

    7521 Virginia Oaks Dr suite 230, Gainesville, VA 20155

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–8 PM · Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Faline Davenport,DDSFull profile(703) 754-7151

  21. #21 Zuwena Abraham, DDS

    7522 Old Linton Hall Rd, Gainesville, VA 20155

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for general dentistry in Gainesville: 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 10 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Zuwena Abraham, DDSFull profile(703) 753-8600

  22. #22 Smilez Pediatric Dental Group

    7521 Virginia Oaks Dr #210, Gainesville, VA 20155

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Smilez Pediatric Dental GroupFull profile(703) 468-0700
    In their words

    At Smilez Pediatric Dental Group it is our mission to provide unsurpassed, customized care in a pleasant, comfortable environment. To achieve and maintain optimum esthetic oral health that will last a lifetime. To always put YOU, the patient, first in all we do. Legendary care and service – that’s Smilez.

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

  23. #23 Gainesville Complete Dental

    7978 Crescent Park Dr, Gainesville, VA 20155, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–1 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Gainesville Complete DentalFull profile(571) 620-2000
    In their words

    Our Philosophy at Gainesville Complete Dental is to provide quality care with beautiful results. We strive to create a welcoming environment with a gentle approach, resulting in a satisfied experience both in aesthetics, as well as quality. ​ ​ Our highly skilled staff works with you to create a customized treatment plan that is best suited for your varying complex oral health. We take pride in providing comprehensive dental work at the same location. We hope you finally get…

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

  25. #25 Dr. Theofaniy Batistas

    7521 Virginia Oaks Dr suite 230, Gainesville, VA 20155, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–8 PM · Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Theofaniy BatistasFull profile(703) 754-7151

All 52 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #52, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Pham Anh T DDS53Sat · Sun
27Heathcote Dental535.0★ (9)
28Atlas Walk Dental & Orthodontics47Sat
29Gainesville Dental Arts47Sat
30Little Bull Run Dental47Sat
31Dentists of Gainesville47Evenings
32Prince William Dental47Sat
33Gainesville Dental47Sat
34iSmile Dental Care43Sat
35Greenhill Family Dental Care37
36Gainesville Cosmetic Dentistry: Lydia J. Sumner, DDS, FAGD37
37Heritage Dental Arts37
38D Smiles Family Dentistry37
39Heritage Hunt Dental37
40Gainesville Pediatric Dentistry37
41Gainesville Smiles Dental Care37
42Khouri Orthodontics37
43Gainesville Family Dentistry37
44Northern Virginia Surgical Arts33
45Lake Manassas Dental Center33
46Sporting Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Family Orthodontics33
47Heritage Village Dental33
48Dr. Brent Burger33
49Dr. Jay Bukzin28
50Dr. Rhea Davis, DDS28
51Northern Virginia Oral Surgery Centers Of Gainesville17
52NOVA Perio Specialists-Periodontics and Dental Implants14

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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 Gainesville?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Gainesville?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$55–$170DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Virginia—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$170–$390DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Virginia—

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

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 Gainesville general dentistry dentists

We scored 52 Gainesville clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 6 were excluded (6 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 Gainesville 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 Gainesville: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Gainesville?

Awesome Smiles Dental Center ranks #1 of 52 Gainesville clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. The Corner Dental ranks #2 (5.0★ from 23 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Gainesville, VA?

General dentistry in Gainesville typically costs $100–$300 USD. By type: checkup exam $55–$170; exam, cleaning and x-rays $170–$390. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Virginia. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Virginia?

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 Gainesville general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

14 of 52 Gainesville clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including The Corner Dental, Tooth Haven Dentistry, Sleep and Orofacial Pain and Dr. Faline Davenport,DDS. 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 Gainesville?

52 Gainesville clinics list general dentistry in our data. 14 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 5 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Gainesville

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 57 clinics.
  2. : 6 duplicate listings merged.

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