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Best overall for general dentistry: Eastern Family Dentistry, ranked #1 of 3 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.
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3 Portales clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.
| Rank | Clinic | Service score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eastern Family Dentistry | 37 |
| 2 | Peter L. Thompson, DDS | 37 |
| 3 | La Casa Family Dentistry: Gangadhar Immanni, DDS | 33 |
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.
Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Portales
1521 W 18th St, Portales, NM 88130
Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Portales on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
123 W 2nd St, Portales, NM 88130, United States
Ranked #2 for general dentistry in Portales on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
Dr. Thompson considers himself blessed to have been able to help so many people reclaim beautiful smiles and healthy mouths. He never recommends any sort of treatment that he wouldn’t want performed on his own smile, and he’ll work with the rest of our team to deliver a dental experience that leaves even the most anxious of patients comfortable and confident in scheduling their next appointment. We look forward to helping you schedule your first visit so that you can…
From Peter L. Thompson, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.1515 W Fir St, Portales, NM 88130
Ranked #3 for general dentistry in Portales on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
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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 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.
Typical ranges in USD for Portales, NM. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.
| Type | Typical range (USD) | Basis | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Checkup exam | $55–$170 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Mexico | — |
| Exam, cleaning and x-rays | $170–$390 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Mexico | — |
Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full general dentistry cost guide for Portales
Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.
| Fact | Typically |
|---|---|
| Typical visits | 1 visit for a checkup; follow-up visits if treatment is needed |
| Chair time | About 30–60 minutes for an exam and cleaning |
| Recovery | None for a routine checkup |
| When to see a specialist | When your dentist finds a problem outside routine care, such as a complex root canal, advanced gum disease or bite problems |
We scored 3 Portales 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.
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| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Portales data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | Not yet collected |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews in the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Access | 15% | Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients | Measured |
| Services | 10% | Services offered out of 17 | Measured |
| Profile completeness | 5% | Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos | Measured |