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Best General Dentists in Pittsburgh, PA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Advanced Dental Solutions of Pittsburgh, ranked #1 of 183 by service score; 4.9★ from 1,682 Google reviews, evening hours.

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183 Pittsburgh clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 20 open Saturdays and 48 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 106 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Pittsburgh at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Pittsburgh at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Advanced Dental Solutions of Pittsburgh764.9★ (1,682)
2Chestnut Hills Dental McCandless Covenant754.8★ (548)
3Edgewood Dental754.9★ (1,612)
4Center for Exceptional Dentistry745.0★ (385)
5American Dental Partners73—
6Babcock Dental Center PC73—
7Center For Prosthetic Dentistry73—
8Colleen R. Cain, DMD73—
9Cupelli & Cupelli Dentistry73—
10Dental Society of Western PA73—

The 183 best general dentistry dentists in Pittsburgh, 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 Pittsburgh

    #1 Advanced Dental Solutions of Pittsburgh

    1395 McLaughlin Run Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15241, United States

    76/100

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Pittsburgh: 4.9★ from 1,682 Google reviews; evening hours.

    • 4.9from 1,682 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Advanced Dental Solutions of PittsburghFull profile(412) 854-2310
    In their words

    The Advanced Dental Solutions of Pittsburgh team is here to help your family with all of their preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry needs. Skilled family dentist, Dan Rairigh, DDS, and his dedicated dentistry team look forward to helping you and your loved ones achieve the healthiest smiles and keep them for a lifetime. We are dedicated to patient comfort and convenience. Thats why we offer a range of office hours with appointments until 8 pm to allow patients to…

    From Advanced Dental Solutions of Pittsburgh's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  2. #2 Chestnut Hills Dental McCandless Covenant

    9170 Covenant Ave Bldg A-2, Pittsburgh, PA 15237

    75/100

    Ranked #2 for general dentistry in Pittsburgh: 4.8★ from 548 Google reviews; evening hours and Saturday hours.

    • 4.8from 548 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Chestnut Hills Dental McCandless CovenantFull profile(412) 548-0184
    In their words

    At Chestnut Hills Dental McCandless Covenant we focus on delivering the highest standard of care in dentistry. Your health and comfort are of utmost importance to us, so we strive to provide the best treatment available to keep you healthy and feeling your best. We keep your best interest in mind so that you can maintain your health now and in the years to come. Chestnut Hills Dental McCandless Covenant is your go-to practice for comfortable, caring dental treatment. For…

    From Chestnut Hills Dental McCandless Covenant's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 Edgewood Dental

    1789 S Braddock Ave #110, Pittsburgh, PA 15218

    75/100

    Ranked #3 for general dentistry in Pittsburgh: 4.9★ from 1,612 Google reviews; evening hours.

    • 4.9from 1,612 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–8 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Edgewood DentalFull profile(412) 307-4496
    In their words

    At Edgewood Dental dentist office in Pittsburgh PA, your smile is our top priority. Dr. Tom Brown & entire team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle care that you deserve. Part of our commitment to serving our patients includes providing information that helps them to make more informed decisions about their oral health needs.

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

  8. #8 Colleen R. Cain, DMD

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for general dentistry in Pittsburgh 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 Colleen R. Cain, DMDFull profile
    In their words

    Are you looking for exceptional dentistry in Pittsburgh? If youre not, you should be -- your smile is your most valuable asset, after all! Many of your friends and neighbors know Dr. Colleen Cain has one goal: to protect your smile. She offers comprehensive dentistry for patients of all ages, and that means you and every member of your family. Turn to this office for services ranging from routine hygiene to restorative care, crowns and bridges, and much more -- including…

    From Colleen R. Cain, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  9. #9 Cupelli & Cupelli Dentistry

    101 Drake Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15241

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for general dentistry in Pittsburgh 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 Cupelli & Cupelli DentistryFull profile(412) 831-3373
    In their words

    Cupelli & Cupelli offers a full range of dental care for patients of all ages. Our staff is trained to provide a friendly and caring approach to your visit. Building a foundation of trust by treating our patients as special individuals is the key to our success. We use our many years of experience to provide care in a comfortable and pleasant manner and strive to achieve only the highest standard of care. Our ultimate goal is to help our patients develop a positive attitude…

    From Cupelli & Cupelli Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 Pittsburgh Emergency Dental

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for general dentistry in Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh Emergency DentalFull profile
    In their words

    Pittsburgh Emergency Dental offers the best in dental care in Pittsburgh! We specialize in connecting our users with 24 hour dental care, locally. If you are in need of an emergency dentist in Pittsburgh immediately, you have come to the right spot! Suffering from one of the following? Soft tissue injury Chipped tooth Severe toothache Same day dentures Lost crown Our dental partners work with those without insurance and offer low interest or sometimes even no interest…

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

All 183 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #183, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26North Hills Family Dental734.8★ (624)Evenings
27Chestnut Hills Dental Pittsburgh Shadyside734.4★ (784)Evenings · Sat
28Marc D. Verner DMD-Dental House of Pittsburgh734.8★ (500)Evenings
29Pallotta Edward M DDS725.0★ (14)
30Polished Dental Group724.9★ (328)Evenings
31Polished Dental724.9★ (369)Evenings
32Aspen Dental724.3★ (1,264)Evenings
33Dr. Amber M. Foronda, DMD725.0★ (25)
34Chestnut Hills Dental Pittsburgh Sq. Hill724.4★ (698)Evenings · Sat
35West Liberty Dentistry | Evan A. Hall DDS714.9★ (536)Evenings
36Pittsburgh Pediatric Dentistry714.7★ (39)
37Aspen Dental714.5★ (825)Evenings
38ClearChoice Dental Implant Center704.9★ (320)
39Nova Dental Associates Dr. Wolff704.1★ (160)Evenings
40Diperna James A DMD695.0★ (386)
41Assured Dental Care, PC, Pittsburgh PA694.5★ (44)Sat · Sun
42Dalton Family Dental: Jennifer Dalton DMD685.0★ (114)Evenings
43Bloomfield Dental - Dana M. Monahan DDS, LLC684.8★ (312)
44Winning Smiles Pediatric Dental Care684.9★ (398)
45Pittsburgh Dentistry684.1★ (116)Sat · Sun
46Polished Dental Group684.9★ (242)
47Fox Chapel Family Dental684.6★ (63)Sat
48Smart Smile Family Dentistry (Chatlos)674.9★ (298)
49Fox Chapel Advanced Dental Care674.9★ (335)
50Elevated Oral & Implant Surgery, P.C.674.9★ (303)
51Refresh Dental674.3★ (614)Evenings
52McCandless Dental Care, PLLC675.0★ (180)
53Alina Halusic67
54Aspinwall Dental Center67
55Centre for Dentistry- Dr. Bernard Logan DMD67
56Cicchini Joseph M DDS67
57Cicchini LLC67
58Daniel Very67
59Dr. John P. Dunlap, DDS67
60Dr. Karen Mele67
61Dr. Madelyn Levine67
62Dr. Richard Emmert67
63Dunlap Dental LLC: Biancucci Mara L DDS67
64FNU Snigdha DDS67
65Good Carol67
66Innovative Endodontics: Sewickley PA67
67Jackson Thomas w DDS67
68Katsur Dental & Orthodontics67
69Lewis William R DDS67
70Masown Surinder K DDS67
71Mt. Oliver Family Health Center - Dentist67
72Shaw Mark DDS67
73Smile Studio67
74Suburban Dental67
75Dr. Eric Smiga665.0★ (3)
76Smiles Forever Family Dentistry664.8★ (40)Evenings
77Sante Richard a DDS665.0★ (14)Evenings
78Prosthetic Dentistry of Mt. Lebanon664.9★ (123)Sat
79Kaur Dental of Fox Chapel654.6★ (69)Sat
80A Dentistry Place PC653.7★ (3)
81Dr. Cynthia D. Chatlos-Rothermel, DDS653.7★ (3)
82Martik Family Dental LLC654.9★ (172)
83Smile Savers Dentistry655.0★ (34)
84South Hills Dental Care654.8★ (169)
85Uptown Dental655.0★ (724)Evenings
86Upmc Shadyside Dental Center653.0★ (2)
87John R Bush DMD655.0★ (95)
88Steiner Andrew E DDS645.0★ (1)
89Dental and Aesthetics of Pittsburgh - McKnight644.6★ (95)
90The Dentists at Mercy644.4★ (36)
91Kuehn T John DMD644.3★ (36)Sat
92Edward S. Cheppa, DMD634.3★ (62)Sat
93Grey and Associates Family Dentistry of Monroeville634.7★ (57)
94North Side Christian Health Center633.4★ (78)Evenings · Sat
95Polish Crown Dental634.2★ (29)Sat
96Dentist635.0★ (7)
97Hess Family Dentistry634.0★ (22)Sat
98Lanz Dental St. Clair624.9★ (164)
99Jeffries Smith & Associates PC623.9★ (52)Sat
100Scott Family Dental (Jacqueline Scott, D.M.D. and Robert H. Scott, D.M.D.)624.4★ (16)Sat
101Metro Community Health Center623.5★ (105)Evenings
102Northside Dental613.7★ (98)Evenings
103Kiranpreet (Kiran) Kaur, DDS, Family Dentist615.0★ (1)Evenings · Sat
104Bufalini Pediatric Dentistry615.0★ (8)
105Poling Family Dental Care605.0★ (17)
106Precision Endodontics604.9★ (813)
107Southside Dental Pavilion604.2★ (90)
108North Hills Dental Complex605.0★ (13)
109Gentle Family Dentistry605.0★ (11)
110Golden Mile Dental Center - Terry J Stepnick DMD603.3★ (30)Evenings
111Essey R Shawn DDS604.7★ (76)Evenings
112Dr. Jeremy C. Crow, DDS594.9★ (81)Evenings
113Bianco Michael M DDS594.1★ (60)
114Lorraine E Callen, DMD595.0★ (6)
115Miracle Dental Associates-Pleasant Hills594.8★ (489)
116Dental and Aesthetics of Pittsburgh - Rosslyn Farms594.6★ (155)
117John R Bush DMD594.5★ (10)
118Mt Oliver Dental Pavilion593.9★ (78)
119Brookline Family Dentistry: Kyros James M P DDS584.7★ (69)Evenings
120Fox Chapel Oral Surgery574.0★ (11)
121Denture Express57Evenings · Sat
122Northside Dental Mt Troy Office572.5★ (54)Evenings
123University Dental Health Services571.0★ (4)
124John C. Chaklos, Jr., DMD574.0★ (6)
125Mc Caffrey Judith L DDS565.0★ (4)
126Oakley Family Dentistry565.0★ (4)
127Dr. Milla I. Openko, DMD564.8★ (157)
128Medgaus Dental Group563.5★ (8)
129Puredent Inc.565.0★ (2)
130Emmert Dental - Pittsburgh551.7★ (17)Evenings
131Holber Thomas DDS553.9★ (7)Evenings · Sat
132UPMC Presbyterian Dental Center552.8★ (28)
133Dr. Kristal A. Izydorczyk, DMD544.7★ (10)Sat
134Gurtner Dental544.9★ (61)
135Julia M. Dentice, DMD and Chelsea M. Rumbaugh, DMD544.0★ (21)Evenings
136Anistranski & Mc Hugh541.8★ (14)
137Katsur Dental & Orthodontics533.1★ (237)
138Squirrel Hill Health Center522.9★ (117)
139Corrado Louis J DDS524.6★ (21)
140Micucci Family Dentistry524.5★ (37)
141Dr. George M. Royer, DMD524.4★ (8)Evenings
142Kerr & Kerr Family and Cosmetic Dentistry514.4★ (20)
143Katsur Dental & Orthodontics512.7★ (97)
144Comfort Dental Pc513.7★ (10)Evenings
145Gans Michael J DDS514.1★ (8)
146Dormont Dental503.5★ (18)
147Mucha Edward a DDS494.1★ (9)
148Pediatric Dentistry South493.7★ (44)
149Giovannitti David P DDS493.1★ (17)
150Chelsea M. Stein, DMD47Evenings
151John S. Warwick, DMD47Evenings
152Warwick Dentistry47Evenings
153Bruce Parker DMD47Evenings
154Dzuban Dental Associates47Evenings
155Babcock Dental Center PC: Tovissi Joanne M DDS47Evenings
156Ott Family Dentistry47Evenings
157Chips Dental Associates LLC47Evenings
158Valentich Joseph M DMD47Evenings
159Dr. Michael A. Demoise, DMD43Evenings
160The Dentistry43Evenings
161VA Medical Center-Highland Dr: Cagni Joseph J DDS43Evenings
162Pittsburgh Teeth Whitening37Evenings · Sat
163AGH Division of Dental Medicine37
164Atlas Dental Specialists37
165AGH Dentistry37
166East Liberty Family Health Care Center - LL37
167East Liberty Family Health Care Center - Wilkinsburg37
168Sixth Street Dental Aesthetics37
169Youth Smiles Dental Center37
170JOHN B. HASPEL, DDS37
171Dentist Pittsburgh PA37
172Five Star Dentistry37
173Horvath Family Dentistry37
174South Hills Dental Office: Javorsky Tina37
175Lazo Alvaro DDS37
176Associated Dental Specialists33
177Small Smiles Dental Center33
178Refresh Dental33
179Dunlap Dental33
180Dr. Timothy Chips28
181North Side Christian Center28
182Pittsburgh Center for Holistic Dentistry17
183Ross Rodney B DDS7

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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 Pittsburgh?

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

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

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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 Pittsburgh general dentistry dentists

We scored 183 Pittsburgh clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 89 were excluded (7 closed and 82 duplicate listings). 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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Pittsburgh?

Advanced Dental Solutions of Pittsburgh ranks #1 of 183 Pittsburgh clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has 4.9★ from 1,682 Google reviews and evening hours. Chestnut Hills Dental McCandless Covenant ranks #2 (4.8★ from 548 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Pittsburgh, PA?

General dentistry in Pittsburgh 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 Pennsylvania. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Pennsylvania?

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 Pittsburgh general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

20 of 183 Pittsburgh clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Chestnut Hills Dental McCandless Covenant, Chestnut Hills Dental Pittsburgh Shadyside and Chestnut Hills Dental Pittsburgh Sq. Hill. 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 Pittsburgh?

183 Pittsburgh clinics list general dentistry in our data. 20 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 106 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Pittsburgh

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 200 clinics.
  2. : 82 duplicate listings merged.
  3. : 7 closed clinics removed.

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