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Best General Dentists in Gardner, MA (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Gardner Dental Group, ranked #1 of 14 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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14 Gardner clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Gardner at a glance

The 14 best general dentistry dentists in Gardner, 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. #9 Gardner Smiles - Dentist in Gardner, MA

    356 Timpany Blvd, Gardner, MA 01440, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for general dentistry in Gardner: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–3:30 PM · Tue closed · Wed–Fri 1:30 PM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dentist In Gardner Ma Gardner Smiles is a premium dental clinic with root canal specialist near you or in Gardner, MA, 01440, providing quality dental care to patients of all ages. Since our inception, we have treated several patients with the utmost care, warmth, and efficiency. We offer a quiet and calming dental treatment atmosphere which includes general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, pediatric dentistry, and much more. At Gardner Smiles, we believe every smile is…

    From Gardner Smiles - Dentist in Gardner, MA's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #10 Central Mass Oral Surgery

    386 Elm St, Gardner, MA 01440, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for general dentistry in Gardner 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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Central Mass Oral Surgery, our offices in Leominster, MA, and Gardner, MA, are dedicated to providing long-term solutions that maintain oral health. We offer the full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgical care, from routine wisdom tooth extraction and dental implant placement to complex facial trauma repair. Most of our patients can undergo their entire treatment at one of our state-of-the-art facilities. Our oral and maxillofacial surgeons have years of expertise…

    From Central Mass Oral Surgery's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #11 Winnie Yu, DMD

    110 West St, Gardner, MA 01440

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for general dentistry in Gardner 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 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–12 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #12 Apotheker Harvey DDS

    39 Lennon St, Gardner, MA 01440, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for general dentistry in Gardner 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 7 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #13 Family Dental Group of Gardner

    380 Elm St, Gardner, MA 01440

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for general dentistry in Gardner 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–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–2 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 Gardner?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Gardner?
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 Gardner

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 Gardner general dentistry dentists

We scored 14 Gardner clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. 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 Gardner data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
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 Gardner: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Gardner?

Gardner Dental Group ranks #1 of 14 Gardner clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Cohen Dennis N DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Gardner, MA?

General dentistry in Gardner 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.

How many dentists offer general dentistry in Gardner?

14 Gardner clinics list general dentistry in our data. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Gardner

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 14 clinics.