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Best General Dentists in Plainsboro Township, NJ (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Plainsboro Dental Care, ranked #1 of 17 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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17 Plainsboro Township clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 9 open Saturdays and 9 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Plainsboro Township at a glance

The 17 best general dentistry dentists in Plainsboro Township, 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. #2 Smile Dental Care

    666 Plainsboro Rd Suite #1320, Plainsboro Township, NJ 08536

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for general dentistry in Plainsboro Township: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Fri 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–3 PM · Sun 9:30 AM–6:30 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #7 Ranes Exclusively Yours Dental

    10 Schalks Crossing Rd #11, Plainsboro Township, NJ 08536, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for general dentistry in Plainsboro Township: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 9 AM–3:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–8 PM · Thu 11:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–3:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Rane's Exclusively Yours Dental located conveniently in the Plainsboro Plaza Shopping Center besides Romeo's Pizzeria offers you complete and comprehensive dental care of the highest quality in a modern state of the art setting with a highly trained staff of 20. Patient satisfaction and comfort are at the core of our service. We utilize the latest techniques in Dentistry to treat adults, children and senior citizens with guaranteed results. We accept most dental insurance…

    From Ranes Exclusively Yours Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #8 Samir Patel, DDS

    666 Plainsboro Rd Suite 616, Plainsboro Township, NJ 08536, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for general dentistry in Plainsboro Township: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue closed · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 10 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Samir Patel, DDS, is a highly skilled and compassionate dentist who treats patients at Plainsboro Family Dentistry in Plainsboro, New Jersey. Dr. Patel earned his first dental degree in India, graduating from RV Dental College and Hospital in Bengaluru in 2001. He completed a year-long hospital rotation afterward and made a career out of providing dental care for various health programs sponsored by the United Nations, including UNICEF. He relocated to the United States in…

    From Samir Patel, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #9 Steinberg Matthew S DMD

    666 Plainsboro Rd Suite508, Plainsboro Township, NJ 08536, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for general dentistry in Plainsboro Township: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 10:30 AM–7 PM · Thu closed · Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #10 Sweet Smile Orthodontics

    666 Plainsboro Rd Building 1100, Suite 1181, Plainsboro Township, NJ 08536

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for general dentistry in Plainsboro Township: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #11 Rane's Dental Aesthetics

    11 Schalks Crossing Rd Suite 612, Plainsboro Township, NJ 08536

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for general dentistry in Plainsboro Township: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 1 PM–7 PM · Tue 11 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 1 PM–7 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Rane’s Dental Aesthetics, in the new Plainsboro Village Center is a specialty extension of our main practice, Rane's exclusively Your Dental, which is right across the street in the Plainsboro Plaza. Using the same style of practice as our main office, Rane's Dental Aesthetics provides dental specialty services like Orthodontics, Invisalign (the invisible braces), Periodontics, Implants, Gum Surgery and Sedation dentistry. With an Orthodontist, a Periodontist, a Board…

    From Rane's Dental Aesthetics's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #12 Dr. Marjan Habibian, DDS

    503 Plainsboro Rd, Plainsboro Township, NJ 08536

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for general dentistry in Plainsboro Township: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–1 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2:15 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #13 Plainsboro Dental Associates of Plainsboro, NJ (SBS Partner)

    666 Plainsboro Rd Suite 645, Plainsboro Township, NJ 08536, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for general dentistry in Plainsboro Township: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Simply Beautiful Smiles makes it easy for you and your family to get affordable and quality dental care. With dentists and specialists to support your entire family, our team of doctors is here to provide you with the premium care you deserve. Whether it be for a routine exam, x-ray, and cleaning, or more complex treatments such as implants, root canals, orthodontics, and more, our team is here to help you achieve your best smile: one that is healthy and beautiful. Simply…

    From Plainsboro Dental Associates of Plainsboro, NJ (SBS Partner)'s own description. Not part of the ranking.
  9. #14 Dental Illuminations

    660 Plainsboro Rd, Plainsboro Township, NJ 08536, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for general dentistry in Plainsboro Township: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue closed · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  10. #15 Plainsboro Dental Services: Priti Dagli, DDS

    Building 500, 666 Plainsboro Rd # 540, Plainsboro Township, NJ 08536

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for general dentistry in Plainsboro Township: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  11. #16 SB Dental Studio

    1i Deer Creek Dr, Plainsboro Township, NJ 08536

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for general dentistry in Plainsboro Township: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–3 PM · Tue closed · Wed 12 PM–6 PM · Thu closed · Fri 10 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  12. 37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for general dentistry in Plainsboro Township 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–4:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–3:30 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–4:30 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 Plainsboro Township?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Plainsboro Township?
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—

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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 Plainsboro Township general dentistry dentists

We scored 17 Plainsboro Township 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 Plainsboro Township 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 Plainsboro Township: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Plainsboro Township?

Plainsboro Dental Care ranks #1 of 17 Plainsboro Township clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Smile Dental Care ranks #2 (evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Plainsboro Township, NJ?

General dentistry in Plainsboro Township 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 Plainsboro Township general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

9 of 17 Plainsboro Township clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Smile Dental Care, Ranes Exclusively Yours Dental and Samir Patel, 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 Plainsboro Township?

17 Plainsboro Township 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 Plainsboro Township

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 17 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.