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Best General Dentists in Lake Ronkonkoma, NY (2026)

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

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Coscia Salvatore A DDS, ranked #1 of 11 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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11 Lake Ronkonkoma clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 3 open Saturdays and 7 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Lake Ronkonkoma at a glance

The 11 best general dentistry dentists in Lake Ronkonkoma, 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 Lake Ronkonkoma

    #1 Coscia Salvatore A DDS

    500 Portion Rd #15, Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 11779

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Lake Ronkonkoma 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

  2. #4 North Country Dental Care Of Lake Ronkonkoma

    1 Patchogue-Holbrook Rd, Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 11779

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for general dentistry in Lake Ronkonkoma: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–3:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dr. Thomas Vigliante & Dr. Gregory Skrapits are dentists that can create results that change how you look and feel! Whether you need a routine dental checkup, or dental implants, veneers, or any other cosmetic dentistry... our dental clinic offers a wide variety of procedures to uniquely fit your needs. Our friendly staff ensures your visit to the dentist is affordable and comfortable. We invite you to call us at North Country Dental Care, or look around our website to learn…

    From North Country Dental Care Of Lake Ronkonkoma's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #5 Sachem Dental Group

    469 Hawkins Ave, Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 11779

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for general dentistry in Lake Ronkonkoma: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Sachem Dental Group is a multi-office, multi specialty general dental practice in central Suffolk County. We have been providing quality dental care for over 30 years. We invite you to browse through the website and investigate the additional links we have provided to guide you to some of the most informative dental locations on the internet. We would love to hear from you, so please contact us with any questions, comments or concerns you might have.

    From Sachem Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #6 Errante Jr Salvatore DMD

    705 Hawkins Ave, Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 11779

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for general dentistry in Lake Ronkonkoma: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–1 PM · Tue 10 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #7 Eyal D. Waldman, DMD

    966-G Portion Rd, Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 11779, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for general dentistry in Lake Ronkonkoma: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9:30 AM–7:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Our dental practice, located in Ronkonkoma, New York, is dedicated to creating beautiful, long-lasting smiles and maintaining the oral health of our patients. We deliver the highest quality general, restorative and cosmetic dental care in an atmosphere of warmth, kindness and respect. Our goal is not just to correct any dental pathology, but to help you prevent oral health care problems in the future.

    From Eyal D. Waldman, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #8 Edward J Filangeri, DDS

    516 Hawkins Ave, Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 11779, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for general dentistry in Lake Ronkonkoma: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 7 AM–3 PM · Wed 10 AM–8 PM · Thu 9:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 7 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dr. Filangeri and our entire team have received special training in providing comfortable, quality dental care. We’re all dedicated to the cause of improving dental and oral health awareness in our community. We provide scheduled, routine dental care, and treat dental emergencies from present or brand new patients. Dr. Filangeri grew up right here in central Long Island, and received his dental degree from Indiana University School of Dentistry after attending Indiana…

    From Edward J Filangeri, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #9 Aaron Kramer, DDS

    516 Hawkins Ave, Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 11779

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for general dentistry in Lake Ronkonkoma: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 7 AM–3 PM · Wed 10 AM–7:30 PM · Thu 9:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #10 Mitchell E Mehlman PC

    217 Portion Rd, Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 11779, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for general dentistry in Lake Ronkonkoma: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  9. #11 Diamond Braces Orthodontist: Braces & Invisalign

    601 Portion Rd, Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 11779

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for general dentistry in Lake Ronkonkoma 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 closed · Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Diamond Braces provides world-class braces & Invisalign, right here in your neighborhood! Our friendly orthodontists create beautiful, healthy smiles for kids, teens, & adults, all for 30% below the national average. With over 20 years of experience, we’ve helped over 100,000 people achieve their dream smiles. Plus, our orthodontists are ranked in the top 1% of Invisalign providers for experience and skill.

    From Diamond Braces Orthodontist: Braces & Invisalign's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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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 Lake Ronkonkoma?

Typical ranges in USD for Lake Ronkonkoma, NY. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does general dentistry cost in Lake Ronkonkoma?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$80–$240DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$240–$560DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—

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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 Lake Ronkonkoma general dentistry dentists

We scored 11 Lake Ronkonkoma clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 5 were excluded (5 duplicate listings). 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 Lake Ronkonkoma 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 Lake Ronkonkoma: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Lake Ronkonkoma?

Coscia Salvatore A DDS ranks #1 of 11 Lake Ronkonkoma clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Randy Weinstein ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Lake Ronkonkoma, NY?

General dentistry in Lake Ronkonkoma typically costs $145–$435 USD. By type: checkup exam $80–$240; exam, cleaning and x-rays $240–$560. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in New York?

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 Lake Ronkonkoma general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 11 Lake Ronkonkoma clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including North Country Dental Care Of Lake Ronkonkoma, Sachem Dental Group and Errante Jr Salvatore DMD. 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 Lake Ronkonkoma?

11 Lake Ronkonkoma clinics list general dentistry in our data. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Lake Ronkonkoma

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 11 clinics.
  2. : 5 duplicate listings merged.