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Best General Dentists in Luling, LA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Affordable Dentures, ranked #1 of 9 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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9 Luling clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 9 general dentistry dentists in Luling at a glance

Top 9 general dentistry dentists in Luling at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Affordable Dentures67
2Bowens Jr Ezra DDS67
3Brannen J David DDS67
4Dr. Scott Cefalu67
5Elite Dental Services67
6Scarpero Charles J DDS67
7Access Health LA | St. Charles Luling Community Health Center47
8Pemberton Nancy J DDS37
9Damaris D. Bastian, DDS33

The 9 best general dentistry dentists in Luling, 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.

  7. #7 Access Health LA | St. Charles Luling Community Health Center

    843 Milling Ave, Luling, LA 70070, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for general dentistry in Luling: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Access Health LA | St. Charles Luling Community Health CenterFull profile(985) 785-5800
    In their words

    St. Charles Community Health Center offers Adult Primary Care, Pediatrics, Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Dental, Pharmacy, Podiatry, Cardiology, Nephrology, WIC and diabetes education classes. Commercial insurances, Medicaid, Medicare and uninsured patients are always welcome. Accepting new patients. Open for in-clinic, as well as telemedicine appointments. Our pharmacy offers free home delivery of medications. COVID vaccines are currently offered in clinic. Schedule your…

    From Access Health LA | St. Charles Luling Community Health Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  8. #8 Pemberton Nancy J DDS

    111 Monsanto Ave, Luling, LA 70070

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for general dentistry in Luling 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–Tue 8:45 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8:45 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:50 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Pemberton Nancy J DDSFull profile(985) 785-0620

  9. #9 Damaris D. Bastian, DDS

    1518 Paul Maillard Rd, Luling, LA 70070

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for general dentistry in Luling 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–Thu 9:30 AM–4 PM · Fri 9:30 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Damaris D. Bastian, DDSFull profile(985) 785-5557

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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 Luling?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Luling?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$55–$170DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Louisiana—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$170–$390DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Louisiana—

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

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 Luling general dentistry dentists

We scored 9 Luling 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.

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DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Luling 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 Luling: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Luling?

Affordable Dentures ranks #1 of 9 Luling clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Bowens Jr Ezra DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Luling, LA?

General dentistry in Luling typically costs $100–$300 USD. By type: checkup exam $55–$170; exam, cleaning and x-rays $170–$390. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Louisiana. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Louisiana?

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 Luling general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 9 Luling clinics offering general dentistry lists Saturday hours, including Access Health LA | St. Charles Luling Community Health Center. 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 Luling?

9 Luling 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 Luling

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 9 clinics.

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