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Best General Dentists in New Bedford, MA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Urgent Dental New Bedford, ranked #1 of 51 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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51 New Bedford clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 13 open Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in New Bedford at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in New Bedford at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Urgent Dental New Bedford77Yes
2Advanced Dental Spa73—
3AMG Family Dentistry73—
4My Dental73—
5New Bedford Dentistry and Braces73—
6WHALING CITY DENTAL73—
7Alvarez Pedro M DDS67—
8Bristol Dental67—
9Complete Family Dentistry from Established Dental Office67—
10Dr. Mary McCabe, DDS67—

The 51 best general dentistry dentists in New Bedford, 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.

  4. #4 My Dental

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for general dentistry in New Bedford 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 My DentalFull profile
    In their words

    At My Dental we are committed to deliver the most recent advances in general, cosmetic, preventive and implant dentistry with integrity, compassion and care. We use digital radiography for x-rays which means less exposure to radiation and less time spent in the dental office!!!Our crowning achievement is your perfect smile. We take time to listen and understand our patient goals to build personal relationships. The warm, cheerful personalities of our staff will keep you…

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

  18. #18 New England Dental Spec: Movafaghi Goinaz DDS

    758 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02745, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for general dentistry in New Bedford 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 New England Dental Spec: Movafaghi Goinaz DDSFull profile(508) 998-3566

  24. #24 Clear Coast Dental

    906 Hathaway Rd, New Bedford, MA 02740, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in New Bedford: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Clear Coast DentalFull profile(508) 812-9294
    In their words

    Welcome to Clear Coast Dental! If you're living in New Bedford or a surrounding community, our skilled dentists Dr. Akbar, Dr. Luccio, and Dr. Herr are the team to visit for all your preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dental needs! Before beginning your treatment, our team makes sure that you understand the aspects of your treatment plan and confirm that it fits your budget. Our office is proud to be providing the latest in dental technologies and the most up-to-date…

    From Clear Coast Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Dr. Hira Akbar

    906 Hathaway Rd, New Bedford, MA 02740

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in New Bedford: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Hira AkbarFull profile(508) 997-1030

All 51 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #51, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Buttonwood Dental57Evenings · Sat
27Dawn West, DMD53Evenings · Sat
28Dr. Dental53Evenings · Sat
29New Bedford MA Dentist53Evenings · Sat
30Cortland Dental47Sat
31Aaron C. Campini, DMD Brooklawn Dental Health Center47Evenings
32Stanley Walsh Jr., DDS, FAGD - Brooklawn Dental Health Center47Evenings
33Aarohi Dental PC47Sat
34Paul M Medeiros Inc47Evenings
35Happy Kids Dental47Sat
36Bristol Dental Group Pc43Sat
37Center for Advanced Periodontics and Implant Dentistry37
38New Bedford Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics37
39Creative Dental Group37
40Rubin Dental Associates Inc33
41Reddy Dental Associates33
42Rockdale Dental Associates33
43Dr. Moftah El-Ghadi, DMD33
44Dartmouth Dental28
45Dr. Eseoghene E. Okugbaye, DDS28
46Southcoast Oral Surgery Associates24Sat
47Kempton Dental Implants and Cosmetics17Sat
48Dentist15
49Dr. Ryan Gray Emergency Dental Service15
50Johnson Ryne S DDS15
51Smiles Mentoring15

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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 New Bedford?

Typical ranges in USD for New Bedford, MA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does general dentistry cost in New Bedford?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$75–$220DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$220–$520DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—

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

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 New Bedford general dentistry dentists

We scored 51 New Bedford 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.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn New Bedford 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 New Bedford: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in New Bedford?

Urgent Dental New Bedford ranks #1 of 51 New Bedford clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Advanced Dental Spa ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in New Bedford, MA?

General dentistry in New Bedford typically costs $135–$405 USD. By type: checkup exam $75–$220; exam, cleaning and x-rays $220–$520. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Massachusetts?

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 New Bedford general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

13 of 51 New Bedford clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Urgent Dental New Bedford, Clear Coast Dental and Dr. Hira Akbar. 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 New Bedford?

51 New Bedford clinics list general dentistry in our data. 13 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for New Bedford

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 55 clinics.

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