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Best General Dentists in Petersburg, VA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Poplar Springs Hospital, ranked #1 of 28 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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28 Petersburg clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 2 open Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Petersburg at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Petersburg at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Poplar Springs Hospital77Yes
2Peoples Family Dentist73—
3Boyd Jr Herbert R DDS67—
4Dr. Eugene A. Richardson III, DDS67—
5Dr. Julius Morrison67—
6Dr. Milan Bhagat67—
7Dr. Robert O'neill67—
8Dr. Sheilandice Brown67—
9Jerry A. Miles, DDS67—
10Mhd Amer Allaymouni67—

The 28 best general dentistry dentists in Petersburg, 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 Petersburg

    #1 Poplar Springs Hospital

    350 Poplar Dr, Petersburg, VA 23805

    77/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Petersburg: emergency visits and evening hours.

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Poplar Springs HospitalFull profile(866) 546-2229

  20. #20 Griffin Charles F DDS

    3277 S Crater Rd # C, Petersburg, VA 23805

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for general dentistry in Petersburg: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7:30 AM–5 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri closed · Sat 7 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Griffin Charles F DDSFull profile(804) 733-8446

  21. #21 Blue Comfort Dental

    3277 S Crater Rd suite c, Petersburg, VA 23805

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for general dentistry in Petersburg 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 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Blue Comfort DentalFull profile(804) 733-8446

  22. #22 Appomattox River Oral And Facial Surgery

    595 Old Wagner Rd, Petersburg, VA 23805, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for general dentistry in Petersburg 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 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Appomattox River Oral And Facial SurgeryFull profile(804) 732-6532

  23. #23 Dinwiddie Dental

    6204 Duncan Rd, Petersburg, VA 23803

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for general dentistry in Petersburg 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–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dinwiddie DentalFull profile(804) 861-6464

  24. #24 Petersburg Complete Dental Care

    23 Goodrich Ave, Petersburg, VA 23805

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Petersburg 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 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Wed 8 AM–12 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Petersburg Complete Dental CareFull profile(804) 861-5237

All 28 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #28, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Virginia Perio33
27Ragsdale & Slagle Ltd33
28United Smiles Family Dentistry & Orthodontics17

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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 Petersburg?

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

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

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

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 Petersburg general dentistry dentists

We scored 28 Petersburg clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Petersburg 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 Petersburg: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Petersburg?

Poplar Springs Hospital ranks #1 of 28 Petersburg clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Peoples Family Dentist ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Petersburg, VA?

General dentistry in Petersburg 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 Virginia. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Virginia?

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 Petersburg general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 28 Petersburg clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Poplar Springs Hospital and Griffin Charles F DDS. 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 Petersburg?

28 Petersburg clinics list general dentistry in our data. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Petersburg

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 28 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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