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Best General Dentists in Kingsport, TN (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Mike Lamb DDS, ranked #1 of 48 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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48 Kingsport clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 1 opens Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Kingsport at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Kingsport at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Mike Lamb DDS77Yes
2Emergency Dental Hotline73—
3James A. Stakias, DDS73—
4Meadowview Family Dentistry73—
5Bradley Diminick67—
6Dr. Brian Himelwright67—
7Dr. David Mather67—
8Dr. Jacob Bateman67—
9Dr. James Cheng67—
10Dr. Jeffrey Mercer67—

The 48 best general dentistry dentists in Kingsport, 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 Kingsport

    #1 Mike Lamb DDS

    909 N Wilcox Dr Ste A 37660, Kingsport, TN 37660

    77/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Kingsport: emergency visits and evening hours.

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–6 PM · Tue–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Mike Lamb DDSFull profile(423) 247-5511

  22. #22 Center For Family & Implant Dentistry

    252 Westfield Dr, Kingsport, TN 37664

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for general dentistry in Kingsport 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–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Center For Family & Implant DentistryFull profile(423) 537-4276
    In their words

    At Center For Family & Implant Dentistry, your dentist in Kingsport, we’ve established a reputation of excellence by consistently providing outstanding state-of-the-art dental care to patients of all ages. With a professional team that is recognized for their expert skills, as well as their attentive and compassionate demeanors, many patients choose our office to serve all of their family’s dental needs. Led by Dr. MacConnell, our team believes that high-quality care should…

    From Center For Family & Implant Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Guest Dentistry: Guest Cheston B DMD, Guest Meaghan E DMD

    2975 Fort Henry Dr, Kingsport, TN 37664

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for general dentistry in Kingsport 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–Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Guest Dentistry: Guest Cheston B DMD, Guest Meaghan E DMDFull profile(423) 247-2151

  24. #24 HMG Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

    105 W Stone Dr Suite 1A, Kingsport, TN 37660

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Kingsport 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–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at HMG Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryFull profile(423) 246-8211

  25. #25 Martin Dentistry Kingsport

    1599 Fort Henry Dr Suite #102, Kingsport, TN 37664

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Kingsport 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–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Martin Dentistry KingsportFull profile(423) 247-8172

All 48 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #48, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Bloomingdale Dentistry37
27Bateman Dentistry - Richard E Bateman DDS, Jake R37
28Friends In Need Health Center37
29Mercer Family Dentistry37
30Himelwright Dentistry37
31Andrew D Conkin DDS PLLC37
32Colonial Heights Dental Group. Susan Burks Creech, DDS37
33Family Dental Center, P.C.37
34Martin Dentistry Colonial Heights37
35Frank Merendino, DDS37
36Montgomery Dental Associates37
37Tri-Cities Center for Cosmetic Dentistry37
38Cureton Orthodontics- Dr. Cureton (Kingsport Braces)37
39Appalachian Miles For Smiles34
40Kingsport Dental Laboratory Inc34
41Center For Dental Sleep Medicine33
42Dr. Maria W. Bryan, DDS33
43Associated Oral & Implant Surgeons33
44Dr. Phillip E. Marshall, DDS33
45Watauga Dental Center33
46Cade Dentistry, P.C.33
47Dr. Jason Cade33
48Lamb K M DDS28

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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 Kingsport?

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

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

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

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 Kingsport general dentistry dentists

We scored 48 Kingsport 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 Kingsport 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 Kingsport: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Kingsport?

Mike Lamb DDS ranks #1 of 48 Kingsport clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Emergency Dental Hotline ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Kingsport, TN?

General dentistry in Kingsport 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 Tennessee. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Tennessee?

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 Kingsport general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 48 Kingsport clinics offering general dentistry lists Saturday hours, including Mike Lamb 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 Kingsport?

48 Kingsport clinics list general dentistry in our data. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Kingsport

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 48 clinics.

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