Best General Dentists in Lubbock, TX (2026)

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

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Best overall for general dentistry: Dentist of Lubbock, ranked #1 of 104 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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104 Lubbock clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 6 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 29 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Lubbock at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Lubbock at a glance
Rank	Clinic	Service score	Rating (reviews)
1	Dentist of Lubbock	73	—
2	Covenant Children's Dental	67	—
3	Dr. James B. Green, DDS	67	—
4	McLarty Dental	67	—
5	Steele Nathan C DDS	67	—
6	Parkview Pediatric Dentistry	63	5.0★ (1,766)
7	Dental Care at Oakmont	63	4.9★ (406)
8	Emergency Dentist 24/7 Lubbock	63	1.0★ (3)
9	Emergency Dental	62	3.0★ (4)
10	Lubbock Endodontics	62	4.9★ (556)

The 104 best general dentistry dentists in Lubbock, 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 Lubbock
#1 Dentist of Lubbock
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Lubbock 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 Dentist of Lubbock Full profile
#2 Covenant Children's Dental
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #2 for general dentistry in Lubbock 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 Covenant Children's Dental Full profile
#3 Dr. James B. Green, DDS
6102 82nd St #1, Lubbock, TX 79424
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #3 for general dentistry in Lubbock 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. James B. Green, DDS Full profile (806) 799-8160
#4 McLarty Dental
7003 Slide Rd, Lubbock, TX 79424
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #4 for general dentistry in Lubbock 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 McLarty Dental Full profile
#5 Steele Nathan C DDS
1313 Broadway St #5, Lubbock, TX 79401, United States
67/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #5 for general dentistry in Lubbock 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 Steele Nathan C DDS Full profile (806) 765-2611
#6 Parkview Pediatric Dentistry
7815 Quaker Ave, Lubbock, TX 79424
63/100
Ranked #6 for general dentistry in Lubbock: 5.0★ from 1,766 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 1,766 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Emergency care
Book appointment at Parkview Pediatric Dentistry Full profile (806) 796-2408
#7 Dental Care at Oakmont
11104 Slide Rd, Lubbock, TX 79424
63/100
Ranked #7 for general dentistry in Lubbock: 4.9★ from 406 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 406 Google reviews
Hours
Mon 7:30 AM–5 PM · Tue–Fri 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Dental Care at Oakmont Full profile (806) 304-5785
#8 Emergency Dentist 24/7 Lubbock
7805 Slide Rd, Lubbock, TX 79424
63/10085% of factors measured
Ranked #8 for general dentistry in Lubbock: 1.0★ from 3 Google reviews.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.
- 1.0from 3 Google reviews
General dentistry Emergency care
Book appointment at Emergency Dentist 24/7 Lubbock Full profile (806) 731-0861
#9 Emergency Dental
3801 50th St Ste 4, Lubbock, TX 79413
62/10085% of factors measured
Ranked #9 for general dentistry in Lubbock: 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.
- 3.0from 4 Google reviews
General dentistry Emergency care
Book appointment at Emergency Dental Full profile (806) 738-0174
#10 Lubbock Endodontics
7515 Quaker Ave Ste 300, Lubbock, TX 79424
62/100
Ranked #10 for general dentistry in Lubbock: 4.9★ from 556 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 556 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Lubbock Endodontics Full profile (806) 797-4455
#11 Parkview Therapy Services
7815 Quaker Ave, Lubbock, TX 79424
61/100
Ranked #11 for general dentistry in Lubbock: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 13 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Parkview Therapy Services Full profile (806) 902-8772
#12 Stone Crest Dental Care
6102 82nd St Ste 1, Lubbock, TX 79424
61/100
Ranked #12 for general dentistry in Lubbock: 4.8★ from 273 Google reviews.
- 4.8from 273 Google reviews
Hours
Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Stone Crest Dental Care Full profile (806) 482-1302
#13 Kevin W. Pope, D.D.S.
4630 50th St #508, Lubbock, TX 79414
61/10085% of factors measured
Ranked #13 for general dentistry in Lubbock: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.
- 5.0from 4 Google reviews
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Kevin W. Pope, D.D.S.Full profile (806) 792-6261
#14 Dr. Lena Shoukfeh Kharrat, DDS
405 Slide Rd Ste 117, Lubbock, TX 79416
60/10085% of factors measured
Ranked #14 for general dentistry in Lubbock: 4.3★ from 23 Google reviews.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.
- 4.3from 23 Google reviews
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Dr. Lena Shoukfeh Kharrat, DDS Full profile (806) 524-4008
#15 Mary Glasheen Dentistry
4218 102nd St, Lubbock, TX 79423
60/100
Ranked #15 for general dentistry in Lubbock: 5.0★ from 293 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 293 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Mary Glasheen Dentistry Full profile (806) 795-4443
#16 Family Smiles of Lubbock
5709 4th St, Lubbock, TX 79416
59/100
Ranked #16 for general dentistry in Lubbock: 4.5★ from 1,331 Google reviews.
- 4.5from 1,331 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Family Smiles of Lubbock Full profile (806) 507-3944
#17 McNeill Dentistry
3819 84th St, Lubbock, TX 79423
59/100
Ranked #17 for general dentistry in Lubbock: 4.9★ from 35 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 35 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
General dentistry Emergency care
Book appointment at McNeill Dentistry Full profile (806) 794-1933
#18 Dr. David Midkiff, DDS
3315 64th St Ste d, Lubbock, TX 79413
57/10085% of factors measured
Ranked #18 for general dentistry in Lubbock: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.
- 4.0from 4 Google reviews
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Dr. David Midkiff, DDS Full profile (806) 799-3191
#19 Kid's Dentistree
3801 50th St Ste 12A, Lubbock, TX 79413
56/100
Ranked #19 for general dentistry in Lubbock: 4.0★ from 131 Google reviews; evening hours.
- 4.0from 131 Google reviews
Hours
Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Kid's Dentistree Full profile (806) 833-5437
#20 Dr. Benjamin Menlove
4202 Avenue Q, Lubbock, TX 79412
55/10085% of factors measured
Ranked #20 for general dentistry in Lubbock: 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 Dr. Benjamin Menlove Full profile (801) 448-2346
#21 Dr. P J. Lincoln, DDS
2310 Indiana Ave, Lubbock, TX 79410
55/10085% of factors measured
Ranked #21 for general dentistry in Lubbock: 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 Dr. P J. Lincoln, DDS Full profile (806) 795-7999
#22 Dr. Paras B. Patel, DDS
1313 Broadway St, Lubbock, TX 79401
55/10085% of factors measured
Ranked #22 for general dentistry in Lubbock: 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 Dr. Paras B. Patel, DDS Full profile (806) 535-5859
#23 Lemon James C DDS
4122 22nd Pl D, Lubbock, TX 79410
55/10085% of factors measured
Ranked #23 for general dentistry in Lubbock: 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 Lemon James C DDS Full profile (806) 725-5825
#24 Dr. James Thurber D.D.S
2712 82nd St, Lubbock, TX 79423
55/100
Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Lubbock: 4.8★ from 72 Google reviews.
- 4.8from 72 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Dr. James Thurber D.D.S Full profile (806) 745-6644
#25 Sohail Amar DDS
2903 50th St, Lubbock, TX 79413
55/10085% of factors measured
Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Lubbock: 4.0★ from 1 Google reviews.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.
- 4.0from 1 Google reviews
General dentistry Cleaning
Book appointment at Sohail Amar DDS Full profile (806) 589-0658

All 104 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #104, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

Rank	Clinic	DR Score	Rating (reviews)	Evenings / weekends
26	Casler Joel DDS	54	4.9★ (47)
27	Dr. Dustin Mcbride	54	4.0★ (1)
28	Melanson Michael P DDS	52	1.9★ (23)
29	Myles F. Sadler DDS	52	5.0★ (4)
30	Dr. Elizabeth Beard	52	4.5★ (31)
31	Dr. Dietmar A. Kennel, DDS	49	3.2★ (10)
32	Dr. Daniel Chaparro, DDS	49	3.4★ (22)
33	Dr. Michael S. Dyal, DDS	48	3.0★ (13)
34	Gwen Jorden DDS	48	3.0★ (8)
35	Cheong Andrew DDS	47		Evenings · Sat · Sun
36	Lakeridge Family Dental	47		Evenings
37	Lama Shoukfeh, DDS	47		Evenings
38	Allington Dental	47		Sat
39	Abbeville Dentistry	43		Sat
40	Abbeville Dentistry	43		Sat
41	Kool Smiles Dentist	43		Sat
42	Dental Group of Lubbock	37
43	Grimes Robert H	37
44	Simek Dentistry	37
45	Hub City Dental	37
46	Gerwig Family Dental	37
47	Hancock and Johnston Dentistry	37
48	Brian Herring, DDS	37
49	Dr. Travis Epperson at Epperson Payne Dental Group	37
50	Frankford Dental Group	37
51	Gregory Dental	37
52	Lone Star Smiles	37
53	Lubbock Dental Care	37
54	Salem Dental Center Inc.	37
55	West Texas Dental Associates	37
56	Green's Family Dentistry	37
57	Shelby M. Green, DDS	37
58	Tracy R. Henson-McBee, DDS, PA	37
59	Fortner Dentistry	37
60	Hill-Davis Dental Group	37
61	Kevin Shively, DMD, PLLC - Family & Cosmetic Dentistry	37
62	Lubbock Dental Implant Center	37
63	Merrell and Nichols Dentistry	37
64	W Dentistry, PLLC - Whitney McBrayer, DDS	37
65	Yellow House Dental & Implant Center- Dallen Ricks, DDS & Mary Glasheen, DDS	37
66	Epperson Payne Dental Group	37
67	Hill & Ioppolo Oral & Dental Implant Surgery of Lubbock - Robert B. Ioppolo, DDS	37
68	Streetman Family Dental	37
69	LBK Dental	37
70	Micheal W. Scott, DDS	37
71	AKJ Dentistry	37
72	Community Health Center-Lubbock	33
73	Community Health Center of Lubbock	33
74	Arnett Benson Medical and Dental Clinic	33
75	CHCL Community Dental Clinic	33
76	Aspen Dental	33
77	Abbeville Special Needs Dentistry	33
78	Affordable Dentures & Implants	33
79	Bliss Dental and Orthodontics - Lubbock	33
80	Owens & Street Dentistry	33
81	Simpson Brent DDS	33
82	David Gregory	28
83	Familia Dental	24		Sat
84	Anderson Christopher DDS	15
85	Ashdown Thomas H DDS	15
86	Center For Aesthetic Dentistry	15
87	Class One Orthodontics	15
88	Devyatkina Zhanna P DDS	15
89	Donald Thompson D.D.S. Family Dentistry	15
90	Dr. Claude L. Ricks Jr, DDS	15
91	Dr. Marshall Morgan	15
92	Dr. Quinton D. Slaughter, DDS	15
93	Dr. Robert Welch	15
94	Mc Dowell Dan w DDS	15
95	Motsenbocker Michelle	15
96	Rudd Laurence H DDS	15
97	South Plains Pediatric Dental	15
98	Thomas J DDS	15
99	Thomas Jeffrey a DDS	15
100	Wilson Erin	15
101	Dr. Jeremiah Alcazar	8
102	Dr. Richard King	8
103	Thames Sage a DDS	8
104	Dr. Bruce A. Schrader, DDS	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 Lubbock?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Lubbock?
Type	Typical range (USD)	Basis	As of
Checkup exam	$55–$160	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas	—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays	$160–$380	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas	—

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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
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 Lubbock general dentistry dentists

We scored 104 Lubbock clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Lubbock 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 Lubbock: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Lubbock?

Dentist of Lubbock ranks #1 of 104 Lubbock clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Covenant Children's Dental ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Lubbock, TX?

General dentistry in Lubbock 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 Texas. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Texas?

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 Lubbock general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

6 of 104 Lubbock clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Cheong Andrew DDS, Allington Dental and Abbeville Dentistry. 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 Lubbock?

104 Lubbock clinics list general dentistry in our data. 6 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 29 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Lubbock at a glance

The 104 best general dentistry dentists in Lubbock, ranked

#1 Dentist of Lubbock

#2 Covenant Children's Dental

#3 Dr. James B. Green, DDS

#4 McLarty Dental

#5 Steele Nathan C DDS

#6 Parkview Pediatric Dentistry

#7 Dental Care at Oakmont

#8 Emergency Dentist 24/7 Lubbock

#9 Emergency Dental

#10 Lubbock Endodontics

#11 Parkview Therapy Services

#12 Stone Crest Dental Care

#13 Kevin W. Pope, D.D.S.

#14 Dr. Lena Shoukfeh Kharrat, DDS

#15 Mary Glasheen Dentistry

#16 Family Smiles of Lubbock

#17 McNeill Dentistry

#18 Dr. David Midkiff, DDS

#19 Kid's Dentistree

#20 Dr. Benjamin Menlove

#21 Dr. P J. Lincoln, DDS

#22 Dr. Paras B. Patel, DDS

#23 Lemon James C DDS

#24 Dr. James Thurber D.D.S

#25 Sohail Amar DDS