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Best General Dentists in Port Elgin, ON (2026)

6 clinics offering general dentistry, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Georgian Family Dentistry, ranked #1 of 6 by service score; evening hours and Saturday hours.

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6 Port Elgin clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays and 2 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 6 general dentistry dentists in Port Elgin at a glance

Top 6 general dentistry dentists in Port Elgin at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Georgian Family Dentistry57
2Saugeen Shores Family Dentistry47
3Dr MacKay Family Dental37
4Maples Dental Clinic37
5Bruce Grey Dental Specialists37
6Allan Gundrum DDS33

The 6 best general dentistry dentists in Port Elgin, 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.

Scores below: based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. #2 Saugeen Shores Family Dentistry

    171 Goderich St, Port Elgin, ON N0H 2C1, Canada

    47/100

    Ranked #2 for general dentistry in Port Elgin: evening hours.

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    On behalf of the entire team we would like to extend a warm welcome to our practice website. Everyone at the practice is committed to providing you with the very best in dental healthcare. Our staff each bring a level of commitment and years of experience to the practice and have all attained high standards of professional qualification. Our primary goal is to provide excellence in all facets of dentistry and to carry it out in a gentle and caring way using the latest…

    From Saugeen Shores Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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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 Port Elgin?

Typical ranges in CAD for Port Elgin, ON. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does general dentistry cost in Port Elgin?
TypeTypical range (CAD)BasisAs of
Checkup examCA$75–CA$220DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario—
Exam, cleaning and x-raysCA$220–CA$520DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario—

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

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 Port Elgin general dentistry dentists

We scored 6 Port Elgin 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 Port Elgin 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 Port Elgin: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Port Elgin?

Georgian Family Dentistry ranks #1 of 6 Port Elgin clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has evening hours and Saturday hours. Saugeen Shores Family Dentistry ranks #2 (evening hours). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Port Elgin, ON?

General dentistry in Port Elgin typically costs CA$135–CA$405 CAD. By type: checkup exam CA$75–CA$220; exam, cleaning and x-rays CA$220–CA$520. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by CDCP or insurance in Ontario?

The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) covers preventive and diagnostic care, such as exams and cleanings, for eligible residents without other dental insurance. A co-payment may apply depending on family income. Confirm the clinic accepts CDCP 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 Port Elgin general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 6 Port Elgin clinics offering general dentistry lists Saturday hours, including Georgian Family Dentistry. 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 Port Elgin?

6 Port Elgin clinics list general dentistry in our data. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Port Elgin

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 6 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.