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Best General Dentists in Linden, NJ (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Colonia Dental Associates, ranked #1 of 37 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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37 Linden clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 8 open Saturdays and 15 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Linden at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Linden at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Colonia Dental Associates73—
2Evenly Orthodontics Edgar Rd.73—
3Evenly Orthodontics Linden73—
4Smiling Molar Dental73—
5The TLC Dentist - Dr Dimitri Lucas73—
6SparQ Family Dental Linden684.9★ (58)
7Optum Urgent Care - Linden67—
8Advanced Dental Clinic67—
9Anatoly Bensianoff67—
10Dr. Ewa Baginski, DDS67—

The 37 best general dentistry dentists in Linden, 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 Linden

    #1 Colonia Dental Associates

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Linden 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 Colonia Dental AssociatesFull profile
    In their words

    Are you looking for an experienced dentist in Colonia, NJ? Visit Colonia Dental Associates; we offer a wide range of dental services, including General, Cosmetic, pediatric, and emergency dental treatment. Our Dentists Dr. Ashlee N. Apratim and Dr. Gurjinder Singh, serve patients of all ages through a variety of treatment options, including dental fillings, dental sealants, tooth extraction, root canal treatment, sleep apnea treatment, TMJ treatment, dental veneers, dental…

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

  2. #2 Evenly Orthodontics Edgar Rd.

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for general dentistry in Linden 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 Evenly Orthodontics Edgar Rd.Full profile
    In their words

    Evenly Orthodontics, the Invisalign Expert, is the nations's leading provider of Invisalign teeth straightening. Call or visit the site today to book your free consultation at our Edgar Rd. location and see how quickly you could have the smile you always wanted, all backed by the Evenly Guarantee. Come see why people love Evenly.

    From Evenly Orthodontics Edgar Rd.'s own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 Evenly Orthodontics Linden

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for general dentistry in Linden 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 Evenly Orthodontics LindenFull profile
    In their words

    Evenly Orthodontics, the Invisalign Expert, is the nation's leading provider of Invisalign teeth straightening treatments. Call or visit the site to book your free consultation at our Linden and see how quickly you could have the smile you always wanted, all backed by the Evenly Guarantee. Come see why people love Evenly.

    From Evenly Orthodontics Linden's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  5. #5 The TLC Dentist - Dr Dimitri Lucas

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for general dentistry in Linden 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 The TLC Dentist - Dr Dimitri LucasFull profile
    In their words

    At The TLC Dentist, we know how difficult it can be to make time to see the dentist. That's why we take appointments until 6:30pm Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays and we're open on Saturdays until 2pm! We provide quality dental care at a time that's convenient to you.

    From The TLC Dentist - Dr Dimitri Lucas's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  7. #7 Optum Urgent Care - Linden

    415 W St Georges Ave, Linden, NJ 07036

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for general dentistry in Linden: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Optum Urgent Care - LindenFull profile(908) 925-0363
    In their words

    Our mission is to get you back to good health and avoid a hospital visit. Serving adults and pediatrics, our wide integrated health system provides a network of specialists if should you require follow up care. Unlike many other facilities, a board-certified doctor is present here to ensure the highest quality care for you. Our highly trained and friendly staff's priority is to make sure your visit is comfortable and quick. We pride ourselves on little-to-no wait times and…

    From Optum Urgent Care - Linden's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  17. #17 Linden Dental Associates

    909 N Wood Ave, Linden, NJ 07036, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for general dentistry in Linden: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–8 PM · Tue 8 AM–1 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Linden Dental AssociatesFull profile(908) 486-5252

  18. #18 Linden Dental Associates: Olga Dubinsky DMD William G Osborn DMD

    909 N Wood Ave, Linden, NJ 07036

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for general dentistry in Linden: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–8 PM · Tue closed · Wed–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Linden Dental Associates: Olga Dubinsky DMD William G Osborn DMDFull profile(908) 486-5252

  19. #19 Unique Family Dentistry

    223 S Wood Ave, Linden, NJ 07036

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for general dentistry in Linden: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 12 PM–3 PM · Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Unique Family DentistryFull profile(908) 772-8640
    In their words

    Looking to find a dentist in Linden? When looking for a Linden dentist, we hope that you will consider scheduling an appointment with us. Dr. Ghaffari and our staff at Unique Family Dentistry are dedicated to patients, creating an atmosphere where everyone can feel comfortable, relaxed, and at home. We understand that you have several local dentists to choose from, and our goal is to provide the best patient experience in the greater Linden area. Since we engage in family…

    From Unique Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Andrea S Hayeck Dental Associates

    801 N Wood Ave, Linden, NJ 07036

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for general dentistry in Linden: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Andrea S Hayeck Dental AssociatesFull profile(908) 486-5300

  24. #24 Magic Smile Dental

    515 N Wood Ave Suite 102, Linden, NJ 07036, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Linden: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Magic Smile DentalFull profile(908) 486-5000
    In their words

    State of the art office with quality care. Board certified Periodontist and Invisalign Gold Provider on staff. We provide cleaning appointments with Intra Extra Oral Exams and Oral Cancer screening. Our office will plan professional service for every member of your family. Magic Smile Dental known as the Best Dental Office in the area works with iTero scanner, Soft and Hard tissue laser, does Zimmer Implant placements an Restorations. We always welcome New and Emergency…

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

  25. #25 Center of Dental Services

    924 N Wood Ave, Linden, NJ 07036, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Linden: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 10 AM–2 PM · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu 12 PM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Center of Dental ServicesFull profile(908) 925-8110
    In their words

    We value our patients and their needs. Part of our commitment to serving our patients includes providing information that helps them to make more informed decisions about their oral health needs from cleanings to complete smile makeovers, our staff includes several general dentists, an orthodontist so we can offer you comprehensive dental care with little need for referrals. Our office utilizes the latest dental technologies to provide a comfortable and relaxing setting for…

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

All 37 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #37, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26A P S Dental Center: Charanjit Sandhu, DDS47Evenings
27Center of Dental Services: Seiger Jeff DDS47Evenings
28Baginski Dental43Evenings
29Rosenthal Larry R DDS43Evenings
30Dr. Ewa Marcinkiewicz O'Brian37Evenings · Sat · Sun
31Hudson Oral Surgery37
32Linden Dental Group: Dr Judah Malka DMD37
33A & A Dental Service Support37
34Linden Family Medical Associates33
35AC Dental of Linden27Evenings
36Best Dentist Brooklyn Care15
37Tooth Implant Brooklyn15

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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 Linden?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Linden?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$75–$220DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$220–$500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—

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

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 Linden general dentistry dentists

We scored 37 Linden 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 Linden 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 Linden: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Linden?

Colonia Dental Associates ranks #1 of 37 Linden clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Evenly Orthodontics Edgar Rd. ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Linden, NJ?

General dentistry in Linden typically costs $130–$390 USD. By type: checkup exam $75–$220; exam, cleaning and x-rays $220–$500. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

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

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 Linden general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

8 of 37 Linden clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Optum Urgent Care - Linden, Linden Dental Associates and Linden Dental Associates: Olga Dubinsky DMD William G Osborn 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 Linden?

37 Linden clinics list general dentistry in our data. 8 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Linden

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 40 clinics.
  2. : 11 duplicate listings merged.

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