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Best General Dentists in Nutley, NJ (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Midtown Dental Group Nutley, ranked #1 of 20 by service score; 4.9★ from 719 Google reviews, evening hours and Saturday hours.

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20 Nutley clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 10 open Saturdays and 9 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 14 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Nutley at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Nutley at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Midtown Dental Group Nutley704.9★ (719)
2Joshua Stern DDS684.9★ (46)
3Advanced Periodontics Implants: Aldredge Wayne DDS67—
4Quality Dental Associates67—
5Dr. Yuliya Khodak DMD665.0★ (186)
6Sunshine Smiles of Nutley664.8★ (252)
7Nutley Pediatric Dentistry655.0★ (532)
8Dr. Thomas Torre DMD {Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry }655.0★ (287)
9All About Smiles Family Dentistry644.9★ (160)
10RT Dental - Richard Tom D.M.D.644.9★ (193)

The 20 best general dentistry dentists in Nutley, 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.

  3. #3 Advanced Periodontics Implants: Aldredge Wayne DDS

    230 Centre St, Nutley, NJ 07110, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for general dentistry in Nutley 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 Advanced Periodontics Implants: Aldredge Wayne DDSFull profile(973) 661-2992

  15. #15 Smile Today Dentistry of Nutley

    4 Franklin Ave, Nutley, NJ 07110

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for general dentistry in Nutley: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Smile Today Dentistry of NutleyFull profile(973) 667-2466
    In their words

    Pilar and Hanft at Smile Today. The entire team at Smile Today believe in providing quality service to children and adults in a warm and welcoming environment. Our patients are our top priority and it is our hope to accommodate to your every need by offering evening and weekend hours, state of the art technology, and the friendliest dental team you have ever met. We take the time to listen to your treatment goals and expectations so we can help you achieve and maintain the…

    From Smile Today Dentistry of Nutley's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  16. #16 Dr. Jose A Pagan D.M.D., P.C

    187 Washington Ave, Nutley, NJ 07110

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for general dentistry in Nutley: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Jose A Pagan D.M.D., P.CFull profile(973) 661-2929

  19. #19 Brighter Smiles Dental - The Office of Dr. Sylvia Irwin

    242 Washington Ave Unit D, Nutley, NJ 07110

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for general dentistry in Nutley: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7:30 AM–7:30 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–2:30 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Brighter Smiles Dental - The Office of Dr. Sylvia IrwinFull profile(973) 667-1567

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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 Nutley?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Nutley?
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 Nutley

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 Nutley general dentistry dentists

We scored 20 Nutley clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Nutley 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 Nutley: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Nutley?

Midtown Dental Group Nutley ranks #1 of 20 Nutley clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has 4.9★ from 719 Google reviews and evening hours and Saturday hours. Joshua Stern DDS ranks #2 (4.9★ from 46 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Nutley, NJ?

General dentistry in Nutley 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 Nutley general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

10 of 20 Nutley clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Midtown Dental Group Nutley, Dr. Yuliya Khodak DMD and Sunshine Smiles of Nutley. 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 Nutley?

20 Nutley clinics list general dentistry in our data. 10 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 14 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Nutley

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 29 clinics.

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