Best General Dentists in Halifax, NS (2026)

78 clinics offering general dentistry, rankedUpdated October 21, 20260 paid placementsHow we rank →

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Best overall for general dentistry: South End Family Dentistry - Dr. Taylor Shupe & Dr. Sarah Foley, ranked #1 of 78 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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78 Halifax clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 3 open Saturdays and 24 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 14 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Halifax at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Halifax at a glance
Rank	Clinic	Service score
1	South End Family Dentistry - Dr. Taylor Shupe & Dr. Sarah Foley	73
2	Canadian Center for Implant & Cosmetic Dentistry	67
3	Dr. Ellen Drysdale	67
4	Halifax Dentist	67
5	Levin Denture Clinic	67
6	Miller Paul Dr	67
7	Nazir Fatima DDS	67
8	Queen Elizabeth Ii-Oral Maxio	67
9	Stadacona Dental Unit	67
10	Wedgewood Plaza Family Dental Center	67

The 78 best general dentistry dentists in Halifax, 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.

Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Halifax
#1 South End Family Dentistry - Dr. Taylor Shupe & Dr. Sarah Foley
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Halifax on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at South End Family Dentistry - Dr. Taylor Shupe & Dr. Sarah Foley Full profile
#2 Canadian Center for Implant & Cosmetic Dentistry
6417 Lady Hammond Rd b, Halifax, NS B3K 2S4, Canada
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #2 for general dentistry in Halifax on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Canadian Center for Implant & Cosmetic Dentistry Full profile (888) 227-3038
#3 Dr. Ellen Drysdale
84 Chain Lake Dr #101, Halifax, NS B3S 1C4, Canada
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #3 for general dentistry in Halifax on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Dr. Ellen Drysdale Full profile (902) 407-1569
#4 Halifax Dentist
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #4 for general dentistry in Halifax on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Halifax Dentist Full profile
#5 Levin Denture Clinic
3580 Dutch Village Rd, Halifax, NS B3N 2S2, Canada
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #5 for general dentistry in Halifax on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Levin Denture Clinic Full profile (902) 445-5948
#6 Miller Paul Dr
7001 Mumford Rd, Halifax, NS B3L 2H8, Canada
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #6 for general dentistry in Halifax on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Miller Paul Dr Full profile (902) 453-2100
#7 Nazir Fatima DDS
6155 North St, Halifax, NS B3K 5R3, Canada
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #7 for general dentistry in Halifax on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Nazir Fatima DDS Full profile (902) 453-6770
#8 Queen Elizabeth Ii-Oral Maxio
1276 South Park St, Halifax, NS B3H 2Y9, Canada
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #8 for general dentistry in Halifax on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Queen Elizabeth Ii-Oral Maxio Full profile (902) 473-2070
#9 Stadacona Dental Unit
2639 Lorne Terrace, Halifax, NS B3K 3A8, Canada
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #9 for general dentistry in Halifax on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Stadacona Dental Unit Full profile (902) 721-8960
#10 Wedgewood Plaza Family Dental Center
117 Kearney Lake Rd, Halifax, NS B3M 4N9, Canada
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #10 for general dentistry in Halifax on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Wedgewood Plaza Family Dental Center Full profile (902) 407-2684
#11 Mint Smile Dental Hygiene Clinic and Teeth Whitening
1440 Main Rd, Eastern Passage, NS B3G 1A1
65/100
Ranked #11 for general dentistry in Halifax: 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews; evening hours and Saturday hours.
- 5.0from 41 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Mint Smile Dental Hygiene Clinic and Teeth Whitening Full profile (902) 456-6280
#12 Dr Michael Arsenault & Associates
3045 Robie St, Halifax, NS B3K 4P6
60/100
Ranked #12 for general dentistry in Halifax: 5.0★ from 182 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 182 Google reviews
Hours
Mon 8 AM–4 PM · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Dr Michael Arsenault & Associates Full profile (902) 455-4857
#13 Dr. Yang Gu Oral Pathologist
1606 Oxford St, Halifax, NS B3H 3Z4
58/10085% of factors measured
Ranked #13 for general dentistry in Halifax: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.
- 4.2from 5 Google reviews
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Dr. Yang Gu Oral Pathologist Full profile (902) 221-0081
#14 Davidson Dental
1764 Oxford St, Halifax, NS B3H 3Z6
57/100
Ranked #14 for general dentistry in Halifax: 4.8★ from 84 Google reviews.
- 4.8from 84 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Davidson Dental Full profile (902) 423-6898
#15 Trimac Dental Centre
6950 Mumford Rd #1, Halifax, NS B3L 4W1, Canada
57/10030% of factors measured
Ranked #15 for general dentistry in Halifax: evening hours and Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
Hours
Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–8 PM · Thu–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Trimac Dental Centre Full profile (902) 453-1234
#16 Monarch Denture Clinic
5991 Spring Garden Rd Ste 265, Halifax, NS B3H 4R7
56/100
Ranked #16 for general dentistry in Halifax: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 12 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Monarch Denture Clinic Full profile (902) 989-2831
#17 MacNeil Frank Dr
5711 Joseph Howe Dr., Halifax, NS B3L 4H8
56/10085% of factors measured
Ranked #17 for general dentistry in Halifax: 5.0★ from 2 Google reviews.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.
- 5.0from 2 Google reviews
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at MacNeil Frank Dr Full profile (902) 445-5469
#18 Endodontic Associates
5991 Spring Garden Rd Unit 390, Halifax, NS B3H 1Y6
55/100
Ranked #18 for general dentistry in Halifax: 4.7★ from 27 Google reviews.
- 4.7from 27 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Endodontic Associates Full profile (902) 429-0477
#19 Richardson Stuart Dr
5880 Spring Garden Rd, Halifax, NS B3H 1Y1
55/10085% of factors measured
Ranked #19 for general dentistry in Halifax: 5.0★ from 1 Google reviews.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.
- 5.0from 1 Google reviews
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Richardson Stuart Dr Full profile (902) 423-8801
#20 Dr. Leah Ryan Dentistry
1959 Upper Water St #201, Halifax, NS B3J 3N2
55/100
Ranked #20 for general dentistry in Halifax: 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews; evening hours.
- 4.2from 10 Google reviews
Hours
Mon 7:30 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Dr. Leah Ryan Dentistry Full profile
#21 Thistle Family Dentistry
1959 Upper Water St #201, Halifax, NS B3J 3N2
55/100
Ranked #21 for general dentistry in Halifax: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews; evening hours.
- 5.0from 5 Google reviews
Hours
Mon 7:30 AM–7 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–2 PM · Fri–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Thistle Family Dentistry Full profile (782) 321-8030
#22 Boyle Thomas H Dr
1584 Robie St, Halifax, NS B3H 3E6
51/100
Ranked #22 for general dentistry in Halifax: 4.8★ from 6 Google reviews.
- 4.8from 6 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Wed 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Boyle Thomas H Dr Full profile (902) 422-9550
#23 Cook Tanya Dr
5991 Spring Garden Rd #1000, Halifax, NS B3H 1Y6
51/100
Ranked #23 for general dentistry in Halifax: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 3 Google reviews
Hours
Mon closed · Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Cook Tanya Dr Full profile (902) 429-2333
#24 Passage Community Dental Centre
71 Cow Bay Rd, Eastern Passage, NS B3G 1A2
50/100
Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Halifax: 3.6★ from 17 Google reviews.
- 3.6from 17 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Thu 8:40 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Passage Community Dental Centre Full profile (902) 461-1178
#25 Pinnacle Dental Specialists
255 Lacewood Dr Unit 307, Halifax, NS B3M 4G2
48/100
Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Halifax: 3.2★ from 43 Google reviews.
- 3.2from 43 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Pinnacle Dental Specialists Full profile (902) 407-7377

All 78 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #78, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

Rank	Clinic	DR Score	Evenings / weekends
26	Chain Lake Dental Center	47	Evenings
27	Spryfield Dentistry	47	Evenings
28	Purdy's Wharf Dental Group	47	Evenings
29	Gladstone Dental Centre	47	Evenings
30	Herring Cove Community Dentistry	47	Evenings
31	Mumford Family Dental Centre	47	Evenings
32	Clayton Park Plaza Dentistry	47	Evenings
33	Rhodenizer Ken Dr	47	Evenings
34	Park West Dental Office	47	Evenings
35	Bedford South Dentistry	47	Evenings
36	Sante Dental	47	Sat
37	Halifax Dental Studio	47	Evenings
38	Parkland Dental	47	Evenings
39	Lacewood Square Dentistry	47	Evenings
40	Robie Street Dental Centre	47	Evenings
41	Bishop's Landing Dental Centre	47	Evenings
42	David Quigley Dentistry	47	Evenings
43	Rockingham Ridge Dental Centre	47	Evenings
44	Dunbrack Dental Ctr	47	Evenings
45	Dr. Jonathan Logan	37
46	Dr. Daniel Tam Dentistry	37
47	Scotia Dental	37
48	Lozowski & Hadad Family Dental Centre	37
49	Park Lane Dental Specialists	37
50	Spring Garden Dental Group	37
51	Chrysalis Dental	37
52	Complete Family Dentistry	37
53	Ocean Periodontal	37
54	Dentistry on the Commons	37
55	Sublime Dentistry	37
56	Coburg Dentistry Inc.	37
57	Dr. Mark Sutherland	37
58	Northwest Dentistry	37
59	Handala Dental	37
60	Mason Denture Clinic Ltd	37
61	Joseph Howe Family Dentistry	33
62	Dalhousie University Dentistry	33
63	Armview Dentistry	33
64	Bridgeview Dental	27	Evenings
65	Elegance Dental Centre	24	Evenings
66	Spring Garden Dentistry	17
67	Cullinan Janet Dr	15
68	Davis Ben Dr	15
69	Dr. Richard B. Price	15
70	Hart Bl Dr	15
71	Oak-Bridge Dental	15
72	Philip L. Cyr, DDS, MSc, FRCD(C), FIAOMS, FICD	15
73	Sinclair Dental	15
74	Arab Joffrette M Dr	8
75	Hiba	8
76	sandfield ns	8
77	Fine Touch Dental Management	7
78	Armdale Orthodontic Clinic	7

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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 Halifax?

Typical ranges in CAD for Halifax, NS. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does general dentistry cost in Halifax?
Type	Typical range (CAD)	Basis	As of
Checkup exam	CA$70–CA$200	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Nova Scotia	—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays	CA$200–CA$470	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Nova Scotia	—

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

What to expect from general dentistry

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

General dentistry: visits, chair time and recovery
Fact	Typically
Typical visits	1 visit for a checkup; follow-up visits if treatment is needed
Chair time	About 30–60 minutes for an exam and cleaning
Recovery	None for a routine checkup
When to see a specialist	When your dentist finds a problem outside routine care, such as a complex root canal, advanced gum disease or bite problems

How we ranked Halifax general dentistry dentists

We scored 78 Halifax clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 4 were excluded (4 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
Factor	Weight	Computed from	In Halifax data
Reputation	45%	Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating	Measured
Review volume	15%	log10(review count) against the city maximum	Measured
Recency	10%	Share of reviews in the last 12 months	Measured
Access	15%	Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients	Measured
Services	10%	Services offered out of 17	Measured
Profile completeness	5%	Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos	Measured

General dentistry in Halifax: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Halifax?

South End Family Dentistry - Dr. Taylor Shupe & Dr. Sarah Foley ranks #1 of 78 Halifax clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Canadian Center for Implant & Cosmetic Dentistry ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Halifax, NS?

General dentistry in Halifax typically costs CA$122–CA$366 CAD. By type: checkup exam CA$70–CA$200; exam, cleaning and x-rays CA$200–CA$470. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Nova Scotia. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by CDCP or insurance in Nova Scotia?

The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) covers preventive and diagnostic care, such as exams and cleanings, for eligible residents without other dental insurance. A co-payment may apply depending on family income. Confirm the clinic accepts CDCP 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 Halifax general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 78 Halifax clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Mint Smile Dental Hygiene Clinic and Teeth Whitening, Trimac Dental Centre and Sante Dental. 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 Halifax?

78 Halifax clinics list general dentistry in our data. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 14 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Halifax at a glance

The 78 best general dentistry dentists in Halifax, ranked

#1 South End Family Dentistry - Dr. Taylor Shupe & Dr. Sarah Foley

#2 Canadian Center for Implant & Cosmetic Dentistry

#3 Dr. Ellen Drysdale

#4 Halifax Dentist

#5 Levin Denture Clinic

#6 Miller Paul Dr

#7 Nazir Fatima DDS

#8 Queen Elizabeth Ii-Oral Maxio

#9 Stadacona Dental Unit

#10 Wedgewood Plaza Family Dental Center

#11 Mint Smile Dental Hygiene Clinic and Teeth Whitening

#12 Dr Michael Arsenault & Associates

#13 Dr. Yang Gu Oral Pathologist

#14 Davidson Dental

#15 Trimac Dental Centre

#16 Monarch Denture Clinic

#17 MacNeil Frank Dr

#18 Endodontic Associates

#19 Richardson Stuart Dr

#20 Dr. Leah Ryan Dentistry

#21 Thistle Family Dentistry

#22 Boyle Thomas H Dr

#23 Cook Tanya Dr

#24 Passage Community Dental Centre

#25 Pinnacle Dental Specialists