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Best General Dentists in North Plainfield, NJ (2026)

18 clinics offering general dentistry, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Dr. Marina R. Kuzmich, DMD, ranked #1 of 18 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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18 North Plainfield clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 9 open Saturdays and 7 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in North Plainfield at a glance

The 18 best general dentistry dentists in North Plainfield, 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 North Plainfield

    #1 Dr. Marina R. Kuzmich, DMD

    46 Pearl St, North Plainfield, NJ 07060, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in North Plainfield 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

  2. #7 Brilliant Smiles of North Plainfield

    176 Cedar St, North Plainfield, NJ 07060, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for general dentistry in North Plainfield: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #8 Richard Meleo, DDS and Jane Ligums, DMD

    176 Cedar St, North Plainfield, NJ 07060

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for general dentistry in North Plainfield: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–9 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #9 Peter J. Kalibat, D.D.S., LLC

    339 Somerset St, North Plainfield, NJ 07060

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for general dentistry in North Plainfield: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · Tue 10 AM–5:30 PM · Wed–Thu 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 11 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We strive to meet your general dentistry needs with excellence in a family friendly, fun environment! Dr. Peter Kalibat, has been creating beautiful, healthy smiles for over 30 years in the North Plainfield area. Walk-ins welcome! Emergencies seen now! Se habla Español.

    From Peter J. Kalibat, D.D.S., LLC's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #10 Pearl Family Dentistry

    46 A Pearl St, North Plainfield, NJ 07060, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for general dentistry in North Plainfield: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 10 AM–8 PM · Wed–Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Exceptional patient care, state-of-the-art equipment and a complete range of dental services-that's why our practice is recognized as one of the most professional and compassionate dental practices in North Plainfield. Serving patients is the foundation of our practice. By staying abreast of the latest dental technologies and procedures, our dentists Dr. Sonia Mathew, Dr. Marina Kuzmich and Dr.Francis J. Keneally Jr can provide the most advanced, personalized dental care for…

    From Pearl Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #11 Dental Designer

    1300 Rock Ave APT A4, North Plainfield, NJ 07060, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for general dentistry in North Plainfield: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–2 PM · Tue 2 PM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu 2 PM–7 PM · Fri 10 AM–4 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dental Designer led by Dr. Harmanpreet Kaur offers dental services to the residents of Plainfield, Watchung, Warren, Westfield, Scotch Plains, Dunellen, Bridgewater, Scotch Plains, Green Brook, Mountainside. Dental Designer offers services like dental crowns & bridges, dental implants, Invisalign aligners, teeth whitening, teeth cleaning, root canal, cavity treatment, dental exams & x-rays, gum disease treatment.

    From Dental Designer's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #12 Pearl Family Dentistry Dr. Kuzmich Dr. Mathew

    46A Pearl St, North Plainfield, NJ 07060

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for general dentistry in North Plainfield: 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–8 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #13 Kaur Harmanpreet DDS

    1300 Rock Ave, North Plainfield, NJ 07060

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for general dentistry in North Plainfield: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9:30 AM–7 PM · Tue closed · Wed 9:30 AM–7 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9:30 AM–7 PM · Sat 9:30 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  9. #15 Lobelo Hector DDS

    340 Somerset St, North Plainfield, NJ 07060

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for general dentistry in North Plainfield: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 1:30 PM–6 PM · Tue 10 AM–5:30 PM · Wed 1:30 PM–6 PM · Thu 10 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 1:30 PM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–2:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  10. #16 Saint Vincent's Dental Center

    116 Watchung Ave, North Plainfield, NJ 07060

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for general dentistry in North Plainfield 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–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  11. #17 Dr. Augusto V. Wong, DDS

    116 Watchung Ave, North Plainfield, NJ 07060, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for general dentistry in North Plainfield 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 9 AM–5:30 PM · Tue closed · Wed 9 AM–5:30 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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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 North Plainfield?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in North Plainfield?
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 North Plainfield

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 North Plainfield general dentistry dentists

We scored 18 North Plainfield clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 7 were excluded (7 duplicate listings). 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 North Plainfield 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 North Plainfield: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in North Plainfield?

Dr. Marina R. Kuzmich, DMD ranks #1 of 18 North Plainfield clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Sonia Mathew, DMD FAGD ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in North Plainfield, NJ?

General dentistry in North Plainfield 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 North Plainfield general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

9 of 18 North Plainfield clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Brilliant Smiles of North Plainfield, Richard Meleo, DDS and Jane Ligums, DMD and Peter J. Kalibat, D.D.S., LLC. 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 North Plainfield?

18 North Plainfield clinics list general dentistry in our data. 9 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for North Plainfield

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 19 clinics.
  2. : 7 duplicate listings merged.