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Best General Dentists in Garland, TX (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Grace Center Texas, ranked #1 of 87 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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87 Garland clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 35 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 16 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Garland at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Garland at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Grace Center Texas73—
2Live Oak Dentistry & Implant Center of Garland73—
3Emergency Dental Service705.0★ (3)
4Brident Dental & Orthodontics67—
5Community Dental Care67—
6Cornerstone Dental67—
7Dental Center67—
8Trio Dental67—
9Mai Dentistry655.0★ (233)
10Urgent Dental Care63—

The 87 best general dentistry dentists in Garland, 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 Garland

    #1 Grace Center Texas

    615 E Walnut St Suite 100, Garland, TX 75040

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Garland 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

    In their words

    The Grace Center Texas is the local dental clinic ministry of Grace In Healing Hands, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit charitable organization that provides free dental services to indigent, underprivileged and poor adults and children living in the Dallas area. We are a faith-based public charity and community of grace with a desire to make a local impact by providing quality dental and vision health care at no charge, while building goodwill, trusting friendships, and sharing the…

    From Grace Center Texas's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for general dentistry in Garland 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

    In their words

    At Farr Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, we have been dedicated to serving families in Garland, TX just like yours for over 30 years. We know that comprehensive dental care can make all the difference in a person's life. Let us be your resource for obtaining a healthier, more beautiful smile. Our goal is to provide the utmost in quality care for our patients. We will strive for total dental and physical health for all of our patients because their well-being will always be our…

    From Live Oak Dentistry & Implant Center of Garland's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. 67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for general dentistry in Garland 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

    In their words

    We make high quality dental care convenient and affordable at our Brident Dental office located near you. Our friendly and experienced dental professionals provide a wide range of family dental services including orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry and emergency dental care. Our general dentists, specialists and hygienists are all under one roof. Which means that treatment for implants, braces, or periodontal care can take place in the same office. Here, we gladly treat…

    From Brident Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #10 Urgent Dental Care

    728 S Jupiter Rd, Garland, TX 75042, United States

    63/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for general dentistry in Garland: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–9 PM · Sun 10 AM–9 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #23 La Prada Family Dentistry of Garland

    565 W Oates Rd Suite 150, Garland, TX 75043

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 1 PM–7 PM · Tue–Sat 10 AM–7 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At La Prada Family Dentistry, we respect your time in every way. We offer a wide range of services in-office so that you don’t have to go to specialists for your dental care. Our team strives to make sure you get in, get the dental treatment you need, and get back to your life as efficiently as possible all while maintaining excellent, friendly service. With our evening and Saturday hours, you won’t have to take precious time off work or take the kids out of school for…

    From La Prada Family Dentistry of Garland's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #24 Kings Dental

    6521 Duck Creek Dr, Garland, TX 75043, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Garland: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–6 PM · Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu 11 AM–7 PM · Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Located in Garland, TX is our state of the art dental practice Kings Dental. From our office, we are able to serve the residents of Mesquite, Rockwall, Sunnyvale, Rowlett, Dallas, Balch Springs, and the surrounding areas. We have created a reputation among our patients for the high standards that are maintained in the care that we offer. In addition to this, we have equipped our practice the latest tools and technology, and continue to add in more to maintain these standards.

    From Kings Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #25 Hue Dental

    5814 N Jupiter Rd #199, Garland, TX 75044

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Garland: Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–3 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Hue Dental, PLLC, is a full-service dental office in Garland, TX. Headed by Dr. Nghi Tran, DDS, FAGD, FICOI, we offer a complete selection of preventive, restorative, and cosmetic treatments for the whole family. Our goal is to perform top-quality dental care in a comfortable environment. To help you relax, our office is equipped with neck pillows, TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a Sony virtual reality headset. In addition to these amenities, we also utilize the latest…

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

All 87 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #87, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Shiny Smiles Pediatric Dentistry544.8★ (32)
27Comfort Dental53Evenings · Sat
28Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics53Evenings · Sat
29Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics53Evenings · Sat
30Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics53Evenings · Sat
31KINGS DENTAL53Sat
32Excel Dental Clinic53Evenings · Sat
33Arami Dental Care515.0★ (8)
34Dr Kenny smiles comestic service47Evenings · Sat · Sun
35Ideal Dental Garland47Sat
36Sparkle Dental Center47Sat
37Care 'N' Cure Dental47Sat
38Jupiter Smiles Dental47Sat
39Parkway Dental Care & Orthodontics47Sat
40Dr. Lissette Ortega, DDS - Adventure Dental47Evenings
41Dr Hamid Farahani DDS All About Dentistry Garland TX Children Dental & Family Dentist Garland Texas47Sat
42Orbit Dental47Sat
43Prime Dental Garland47Sat
44Acquaye Dental47Sat
45Garland Dental Care47Sat
46Shifa Dental | Garland N. Plano47Sat
47Smiline Dental Texas47Sat
48Avant Dental43Sat
49Smiley Dental & Orthodontics43Sat
50TruCare Dental: T. Truc Le, DDS43Sat
51Universal Dental43Sat
52Thai Dental Clinic43Sat
53Mockingbird Dental Group37
54Bravo! Dental37
55Distinctive Dental Concepts37
56Janet Mason DDS37
57The Dental Specialists - The Surgical Specialists37
58Broadway Family Dentistry37
59Bright White Dental - Dentist in Garland TX37
60Optima Dentistry and Orthodontics37
61Perfect 32 Family Dentistry37
62Smile Again Dental37
63Town Center Dental37
64Duck Creek Dental37
65Garland Grove Dentistry37
66North Garland Family Dental37
67Willis Family Dentistry37
68Schwed Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics37
69Focus Dental37
70North Garland Dental & Orthodontics-Jonathan Kuipers DDS37
71Dentistry By Brand37
72Musso Family Dentistry37
73NW Dental Group37
74Campbell Crossing Dentistry37
75Garland Pediatric Dental Clinic37
76Firewheel Modern Dentistry and Orthodontics34
77Jefferson Dental Clinic34Evenings · Sat
78Great Smiles33
79Garland Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Center33
80Dr. Kyle Baginski33
81Monarch Dental & Orthodontics33
82Walnut Family Dental27Sat
83Cornerstone Family Dentistry17
841800 Dentist Garland15
85Dental Assistant Institute15
86Emergency Dentist Hub15
87PearlPoint Dental Garland8

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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 Garland?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Garland?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$55–$160DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$160–$380DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—

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

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 Garland general dentistry dentists

We scored 87 Garland clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 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 Garland 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 Garland: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Garland?

Grace Center Texas ranks #1 of 87 Garland clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Live Oak Dentistry & Implant Center of Garland ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Garland, TX?

General dentistry in Garland typically costs $98–$294 USD. By type: checkup exam $55–$160; exam, cleaning and x-rays $160–$380. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Texas?

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 Garland general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

35 of 87 Garland clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Urgent Dental Care, Dentista Hispano Garland and Firewheel Dentistry for Kids. 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 Garland?

87 Garland clinics list general dentistry in our data. 35 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 16 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Garland

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 102 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.