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Best General Dentists in Lakeland, FL (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for general dentistry: PrisbeRobertMDDS, ranked #1 of 69 by service score; 4.9★ from 774 Google reviews, evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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69 Lakeland clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 2 offer same-day or emergency visits and 3 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 16 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Lakeland at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Lakeland at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1PrisbeRobertMDDS754.9★ (774)
2ABC Emergency Dentistry73—
3Dayview dental67—
4Dr. John Reynolds67—
5Lakeland Pediatric Dental67—
6National Dental Care, Barangaroo67—
7Sonrise Dental67—
8T.V. Pham, DMD, FICOI, FAAIP67—
9West coast dental partners67—
10Lanham Family Dentistry644.8★ (104)

The 69 best general dentistry dentists in Lakeland, 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.

  6. #6 National Dental Care, Barangaroo

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for general dentistry in Lakeland 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

    Book appointment at National Dental Care, BarangarooFull profile
    In their words

    Part of the National Dental Care Group, National Dental Care Barangaroo is located in the beautiful Barangaroo precinct of Sydney, with parking available at Barangaroo Reserve. As Barangaroo sets the benchmark for design and sustainability, our practice's goal is to provide state of the art dental technology and services, bringing a fresh energy to the patient experience.

    From National Dental Care, Barangaroo's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  8. #8 T.V. Pham, DMD, FICOI, FAAIP

    Merchant's Walk Shopping Center, 3615 Florida Ave S Suite 1230, Lakeland, FL 33803, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for general dentistry in Lakeland 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

    Book appointment at T.V. Pham, DMD, FICOI, FAAIPFull profile(863) 216-8579

All 69 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #69, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Dentist47Evenings · Sat · Sun
27Aesthetic & Implant Dentistry47Evenings
28Lakeland Modern Dentistry47Evenings
29Dominick R. Dolecki, DDS47Evenings
30Family Dental Care47Evenings
31Dental Associates of Florida - Lakeland37
32Lakeland Dental37
33Lakeland Dentistry37
34Kathleen Dental Care37
35Advanced Dental Arts of Lakeland37
36Florida Dental Implants & Oral Surgery37
37Swan Oral and Facial Surgery37
38Lumina Dental Lakeland (formerly Dr. Sutton)37
39Shimmering Dental37
40Smile Design Dentistry37
41Highland Dental Clinic: Blanca L. Fernandez DMD37
42Kawveh Nofallah DMD37
43Lakeland Dental Professionals37
44John H. Paul, DMD37
45Hometown Dental37
46Smiles on Florida37
47Lakeland Smiles37
48Lakeland Family Dental Arts37
49Affordable Dentures & Implants33
50Aspen Dental33
51Central Florida Health Care - Lakeland Hills Dental33
52Polk County Health Department33
53Dr. William Nerestant, DDS33
54Greenberg Dental & Orthodontics33
55Agnini Family Dental33
56Lakeland Dental Center33
57North Lakeland Dentist33
58Paul Saari, DDS33
59Crosby Dentistry33
60Lake Gibson Dental Center17
61Brillant smiles dentist15
62DENTAL CONSULTANTS, INC.15
63Dr. Arthur Moore15
64Dr. Edward Williams15
65Koshy Thomas15
66Leonard Jr Edwin C DDS15
67Oral Surgery & Implants of Fl15
68Lakeland Emergency Dentists8
69THE PETAL CO. LLC8

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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 Lakeland?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Lakeland?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$60–$180DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$180–$420DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—

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

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 Lakeland general dentistry dentists

We scored 69 Lakeland clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 11 were excluded (11 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 Lakeland 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 Lakeland: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Lakeland?

PrisbeRobertMDDS ranks #1 of 69 Lakeland clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has 4.9★ from 774 Google reviews and evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours. ABC Emergency Dentistry ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Lakeland, FL?

General dentistry in Lakeland typically costs $108–$324 USD. By type: checkup exam $60–$180; exam, cleaning and x-rays $180–$420. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Florida?

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 Lakeland general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 69 Lakeland clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including PrisbeRobertMDDS, Dr. Kylie H Stopher DDS and Dentist. 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 Lakeland?

69 Lakeland clinics list general dentistry in our data. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 16 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Lakeland

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 98 clinics.
  2. : 11 duplicate listings merged.

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