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Best General Dentists in Oxford, MS (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Balgowlah Dental clinic, ranked #1 of 30 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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30 Oxford clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Oxford at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Oxford at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Balgowlah Dental clinic73
2Dawkins Jr W Edwin73
3Dr. Brenda Fowler, DDS73
4Hal Haney DMD73
5Ligon Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery73
6Oxford Pediatric Dentistry73
7Oxford Sleep73
8Oxford Urgent Care73
9Dr. Charles Perkins67
10Dr. F W. Bishop, DDS67

The 30 best general dentistry dentists in Oxford, 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.

  16. #16 Mercier Mark DDS

    2155 S Lamar Blvd, Oxford, MS 38655

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for general dentistry in Oxford 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 7 AM–6 PM · Wed 7 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–6 PM · Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Mercier Mark DDSFull profile(662) 234-5222

  17. #17 Collier Dental - Oxford

    2162 S Lamar Blvd #5224, Oxford, MS 38655

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for general dentistry in Oxford 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Collier Dental - OxfordFull profile(662) 236-1969

  19. #19 Oxford Dental

    2155 S Lamar Blvd, Oxford, MS 38655, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for general dentistry in Oxford 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Oxford DentalFull profile(662) 234-5222
    In their words

    Dr. Walker Swaney, Dr. Marc Mercier, Dr. Lauren Phillips, Dr. Sam Morrison and the Oxford Dental team is committed to providing our patients with exceptional dental treatment along with the very best in customer service. We want to take care of our patients by providing proper preventative care to help minimize your chance of needing "major" dental work in the future. Poor oral health and periodontal (gum) disease are linked to diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Being a…

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

  20. #20 Life Dental Oxford

    2608 S Lamar Blvd, Oxford, MS 38655

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for general dentistry in Oxford 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 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Life Dental OxfordFull profile(662) 281-8455
    In their words

    Dr. Huggins, Dr. Nobile, Dr. Wooten and our dental care team have been a fixture in the Oxford dentistry community for many years. We are excited to continue providing consistent and compassionate care to both new and existing patients from our new, technologically advanced Life Dental office. We believe you deserve comfortable dentistry performed by the dentists and team members you know and trust with the latest diagnostic and restorative dental technology available.

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

  21. #21 The Children's Dental Center

    2408 S Lamar Blvd #1, Oxford, MS 38655

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for general dentistry in Oxford 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 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at The Children's Dental CenterFull profile(662) 513-4188

  23. #23 Dawkins Family Dental Clinic

    440 N Lamar Blvd, Oxford, MS 38655

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for general dentistry in Oxford 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 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–3 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dawkins Family Dental ClinicFull profile(662) 234-5725

  24. #24 Lee Family and Cosmetic Dentistry

    1201 Office Park Dr, Oxford, MS 38655

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Oxford 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 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lee Family and Cosmetic DentistryFull profile(662) 546-1143
    In their words

    Looking to find a Dentist in Oxford? When looking for an Oxford Dentist, we hope that you will consider scheduling an appointment with us. Our staff at Lee Family and Cosmetic Dentistry are dedicated to patients, creating an atmosphere where everyone can feel comfortable, relaxed, and at home. We understand that you have several local Dentists to choose from, and our goal is to provide the best patient experience in the greater Oxford area. We accept Care Credit.

    From Lee Family and Cosmetic Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Grove Dental

    1605 University Ave, Oxford, MS 38655, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Oxford 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 closed · Tue–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Grove DentalFull profile(662) 380-5700
    In their words

    Biological Dentistry Holistic General Dentistry Connecting the Mouth to the Body and Mind. Member of IAOMT, IABDM,AAFE. SMART certified ,Fluoride free. Preventative and Root cause dental care, Responsible Aesthetics , Restorative ,Ozone Therapy, Orthodontics and Sleep Disordered Breathing TMJ, and Sedation dentistry. "Restore the mouth to help heal the body." Featuring products such as Boka, Cocofloss, CandidPro, and GloSciencePro

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

All 30 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #30, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Ross Family Dental Clinic33
27Oxford Health Care Associates33
28Oxford Endodontics33
29Whitaker Scott D DDS33
30Dr. Alisha Li28

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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 Oxford?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Oxford?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$50–$150DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Mississippi—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$150–$340DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Mississippi—

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

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 Oxford general dentistry dentists

We scored 30 Oxford 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 Oxford 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 Oxford: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Oxford?

Balgowlah Dental clinic ranks #1 of 30 Oxford clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Dawkins Jr W Edwin ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Oxford, MS?

General dentistry in Oxford typically costs $88–$264 USD. By type: checkup exam $50–$150; exam, cleaning and x-rays $150–$340. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Mississippi. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Mississippi?

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.

How many dentists offer general dentistry in Oxford?

30 Oxford clinics list general dentistry in our data. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Oxford

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 30 clinics.

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