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Best General Dentists in Portland, OR (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for general dentistry: East Portland Dental Center, ranked #1 of 255 by service score; 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, emergency visits and evening hours.

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255 Portland clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 5 offer same-day or emergency visits and 24 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 196 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Portland at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Portland at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)Same-day
1East Portland Dental Center815.0★ (9)Yes
2Emergency Dental Care USA754.3★ (747)—
3Barnes Dental744.9★ (278)—
4Lovejoy Dental744.9★ (778)—
5Portland Orthodontic Group745.0★ (66)—
6Division Street Dental73——
7Downtown Dental Associates73——
8Family Dental Clinic73——
9First Avenue Dental Care73——
10Gateway Grace Dental Clinic73——

The 255 best general dentistry dentists in Portland, 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. #3 Barnes Dental

    7325 SW Barnes Rd, Portland, OR 97225

    74/100

    Ranked #3 for general dentistry in Portland: 4.9★ from 278 Google reviews.

    • 4.9from 278 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We welcome you to our website! At Barnes Dental, our philosophy is to provide treatment to the whole person - with a special focus on how your teeth and gums relate to your total body health. We want you to be confident that your smile achieves your goals for comfort, function and appearance. We're here to make that happen.

    From Barnes Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #5 Portland Orthodontic Group

    742 NW Murray Blvd, Portland, OR 97229

    74/100

    Ranked #5 for general dentistry in Portland: 5.0★ from 66 Google reviews.

    • 5.0from 66 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu 9 AM–4 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Portland Orthodontic Group. We’re definitely not your typical orthodontic practice. Which makes sense, because you’re not typical either. You are who you are, and we encourage you to embrace that. No matter how straight your teeth are, your smile is still the most real reflection of you there is. You might feel like your teeth are a tiny bit crooked or you might feel like they’re totally bejangled, but no matter what, we want to help the real you shine through. We…

    From Portland Orthodontic Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for general dentistry in Portland 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

    In their words

    Welcome to Division Street Dental! We are a team of highly skilled dental professionals using state-of-the-art dental technology paired with holistic wisdom to change the conversation about our teeth and wellness. We believe dentistry is an important part of the whole body – our teeth are the roots to nourish and keep our entire system alive.

    From Division Street Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for general dentistry in Portland 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

    In their words

    Downtown Dental Associates, LLP of Portland is an experienced general dental practice with a focus on providing excellent personalized care to patients from the Portland area. We utilize modern technology and advanced techniques to ensure your treatment is efficient, effective, and comfortable. Our compassionate team of doctors are welcoming new patients to our convenient dental office.

    From Downtown Dental Associates's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for general dentistry in Portland 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

    In their words

    We Offer Luxury Dental Services in Downtown Portland Oregon in a Spa Like Environment. At Pearl District Dental, we work in partnership with you to focus on four areas on your oral health care : Preventative Care using state of the art technology; Restorative care, including fillings, crowns, onlays, and implants designed to last; Care of your bite to make sure that your teeth and jaw are pain free properly aligned and function well together; and Cosmetic Care using crowns…

    From Pearl District Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #16 Life Bloom Dental: Dentist Portland

    11786 SW Barnes Rd #340, Portland, OR 97225

    72/100

    Ranked #16 for general dentistry in Portland: 4.9★ from 787 Google reviews.

    • 4.9from 787 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Portland Dentist Dr. Cho provides you the best dental care at affordable prices and to build a relationship with you and your family-so it's not just a visit to the dentist, but it's a visit to a friend's home. We want you to always feel safe, comfortable and confident in our dentist's office. That's our pledge to you. We are firm believers that cost should never be an obstacle to great dental care and dental services. Along with insurance, we also offer affordable financial…

    From Life Bloom Dental: Dentist Portland's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #18 Portsmouth Dental Care

    5228 N Lombard St, Portland, OR 97203

    72/100

    Ranked #18 for general dentistry in Portland: 4.2★ from 138 Google reviews; evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

    • 4.2from 138 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue–Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–2 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Portsmouth Dental Care, we have extensive experience in all aspects of modern dentistry. We offer comprehensive dental care, including everything from the preventive education & routine hygiene that help to reduce dental problems to expert solutions for the dental issues our patients face-like orthodontics & restorative dentistry-all in one convenient location. We are located near the corner of North Portsmouth Avenue & North Lombard Street, three miles west of I-5.

    From Portsmouth Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. #19 Rose City Dental Care Family, Cosmetic Veneers, Implants

    2341 SE 122nd Ave #100, Portland, OR 97216

    71/100

    Ranked #19 for general dentistry in Portland: 4.6★ from 238 Google reviews; Saturday hours.

    • 4.6from 238 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    **We are not contracted with OHP** WELCOME TO ROSE CITY DENTAL IN PORTLAND, OR | VISIT A DENTIST IN PORTLAND THAT CARES At Rose City Dental Care, we are always here to take care of your immediate concerns, such as: toothaches, infections, root canals, extractions, etc. But we care about your overall oral health as well! Our goal is to first treat your emergency dental needs, and second, to have a long term plan for dental treatment and health to last through your lifetime.…

    From Rose City Dental Care Family, Cosmetic Veneers, Implants's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  9. #20 City Dental

    511 SW 10th Ave Suite 704, Portland, OR 97205

    71/100

    Ranked #20 for general dentistry in Portland: 4.8★ from 558 Google reviews.

    • 4.8from 558 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to our office! Our dentists and team are looking forward to caring for you and your smile. We pride ourselves on cultivating a friendly, upbeat dental environment where you can always feel comfortable in our care. We create beautiful smiles with our professional dental services and our gentle, compassionate treatment. We invite you to call us today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Jason Bajuscak or Dr. Karl Shao and learn more about why we should be your first…

    From City Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  10. #21 Dream Smiles Dental

    10980 SW Barnes Rd, Portland, OR 97225, United States

    70/100

    Ranked #21 for general dentistry in Portland: 4.8★ from 310 Google reviews; evening hours.

    • 4.8from 310 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 1 PM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dream Smiles Dental in Portland, OR provides highest quality modern dentistry for all ages. Offering a relaxed, no pressure environment with comprehensive whole family dental well being as our focus. Services we offer span across General, Cosmetic, Implant, Children Dentistry, emergency dental services, & much more! Call our office today to book an appointment. Hours: Mon: 8:00am - 6:00pm Tue: 8:00am - 7:00pm Wed: By Appointment Only Thur: 8:00am - 6:00pm Fri: 8:00am -…

    From Dream Smiles Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  11. #22 Portland Modern Dentistry

    5175 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Ste 110, Portland, OR 97211

    70/100

    Ranked #22 for general dentistry in Portland: 4.6★ from 238 Google reviews; evening hours.

    • 4.6from 238 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to Portland Modern Dentistry! With state-of-the-art infection control procedures in place, our #1 goal is to keep you and your family safe. We provide comprehensive specialty services with advanced, proven technology and offer customized financial solutions for you. We are proud to be your complete Portland dental provider with services including Teledentistry, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening, Oral Surgery, Wisdom…

    From Portland Modern Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  12. #24 LifeSmile Dental

    13305 NW Cornell Rd # A, Portland, OR 97229, United States

    70/100

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Portland: 4.9★ from 445 Google reviews.

    • 4.9from 445 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    LifeSmile Dental Group is a family dental practice that treats patients of all ages. Dr. Thomas Hicks and our warm, friendly team proudly provide comprehensive dentistry in Portland, Oregon, and we are happy to also welcome patients from the nearby areas, including Bethany, Cedar Mill, Beaverton, and Hillsboro, Oregon. Contact us today to schedule your appointment!

    From LifeSmile Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  13. #25 Forest Park Dental Studio - Dr Bennett & Dr Perkiomaki

    5415 SW Westgate Dr #202, Portland, OR 97221

    70/100

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Portland: 4.9★ from 214 Google reviews.

    • 4.9from 214 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 7 AM–4 PM · Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    A visit to Dr. Ashley Bennett and Dr. Jukka J. Perkiomaki's office means on-time appointments. We also offer longer appointment periods so your dental services can be handled in fewer visits. Drs. Bennett and Perkiomaki are also on-call for emergencies. If you have dental insurance, we'll help you process your claims. And if you're not covered by a plan, flexible financing is available. We welcome new patients and appreciate the fact that most of you come to us thanks to the…

    From Forest Park Dental Studio - Dr Bennett & Dr Perkiomaki's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 255 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #255, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Providence Medical Group - Cedar Mill694.1★ (76)
27Pham Dental Care694.9★ (276)
28Oak Hills Dentistry694.9★ (306)
29Westover Dental Clinic694.9★ (576)
30Gentle Dental Timberland694.6★ (288)
31Oak Grove Dental Center694.9★ (219)
32Dr. Edward Collins Emergency Dentist Portland695.0★ (1)Evenings · Sat · Sun
33Roots Dental - Powell684.9★ (228)
34PDX Center for Dentistry684.8★ (451)
35Dr. Thomas Pham Emergency Dentist Portland681.0★ (1)Evenings · Sat · Sun
36Hazim Dental Clinic674.9★ (84)Sat
37Building D67
38Dr. James V. Frohnmayer, DMD (Portsmouth Dental Care)67
39Dr. Keri Smith67
40Dr. Maryam Motlagh67
41Graham Clinic67
42NARA Dental Clinic67
43Rockwood Dental Office: Aronstein Richard Ern DDS67
44Schwartz Victor A DDS67
45Greenburg Pediatric Dentistry674.9★ (789)Evenings · Sun
46Bridgeport Smiles Family Dentistry674.2★ (47)Evenings · Sat
47Access Dental Care675.0★ (1)
48Dental Access675.0★ (1)
49Dental Bridge675.0★ (1)
50Dental Response675.0★ (1)
51Edwards Selynn C DDS675.0★ (1)
52Zhou Dental Care664.8★ (164)
53Emergency Dentist of Portland, Gresham, Happy Valley, Milwaukie664.7★ (88)Sat
54Interstate Dental Clinic664.1★ (35)Sat · Sun
55Moda Health Solutions661.0★ (1)
56Gentle Dental: Samani Parichehr DDS664.4★ (292)
571800 Dentist Portland 24 Hour665.0★ (1)Evenings · Sat
58Samuel S. Chen, DDS665.0★ (22)
59Dr. Emilia Adam, DDS653.0★ (2)
60Portland City Dental654.9★ (138)
61King City Dental645.0★ (56)
62Behind the Smile Dentistry for Children645.0★ (49)
63Matthew C. Turay, Dms645.0★ (26)
641800 Emergency Dentist Portland 24 Hour644.0★ (11)
65North Tabor Dental644.5★ (33)
66Greenburg Dental644.6★ (76)
67Wolfe Family Dental645.0★ (40)
68Dr. Deborah A. Struckmeier, DMD634.8★ (21)
69Advantage Dental+ | Broadway634.0★ (387)
70Hollywood Children's Dentistry634.9★ (253)
71Comfort Dentistry634.4★ (54)
72Laurelwood Dental634.9★ (730)
73Daydream Dental625.0★ (325)
74Whittemore Family Dentistry625.0★ (365)
75Smiles on Belmont624.9★ (528)
76Advantage Dental+ | Beaverton623.7★ (542)
77Southwest Portland Dental624.7★ (9)
78Atlas Dental624.9★ (953)
79St. Johns Family Dental625.0★ (17)
80Broadway Dental Care614.4★ (34)
81Dr. Matthew Park, DMD, Murray Blvd.614.8★ (18)
82Geelan Dental Care615.0★ (132)
83Smiles On Sandy - Portland, OR614.9★ (674)
84NE Portland Dental614.7★ (82)Sat
85Dr. John B. Aspros, DMD614.8★ (17)
86David J Dowsett LLC, Complete Health Dentistry of Portland614.9★ (270)
87Dr. Pike, Dentistry for Children615.0★ (233)
88Parkrose Dental614.8★ (414)
89Whole Health Dentistry615.0★ (291)
90Joshua R. Opperman, DMD, Family Dentistry615.0★ (426)
91Multnomah County Billi Odegaard Dental Clinic603.4★ (44)Evenings
92Elite Dental Care | Dentist Beaverton - Cedar Hills604.4★ (38)
93Lamuel Lucescu DMD, Family and Cosmetic Dentistry605.0★ (450)
94DeAinza David E DDS/ City View Dental605.0★ (199)
95Rosenberg Alan DMD605.0★ (16)
96Emergency Tooth Doctor East604.0★ (88)
97Masuoka Connie L DDS604.2★ (10)
98Advanced Dental Clinic604.8★ (16)
99CareOregon Dental601.0★ (2)
100Mt. Tabor Dental604.9★ (425)
101Kennedy Dental604.9★ (452)
102Pacific Woods Dental604.9★ (167)
103Thasa Dental605.0★ (1)Sat
104Cedar Park Family Dental Care595.0★ (2)Evenings
105Pediatric Dentistry of Portland594.7★ (118)Sat
106Edelweiss Dental594.8★ (311)
107Sunrise Dental Of Gresham594.8★ (161)
108Wildwood Dental594.9★ (326)
109Wallace - WMC Rosewood Dental Clinic593.1★ (23)
110Honeymint Pediatric Dentistry595.0★ (120)
111Ovation Dental: Karl Shao DMD (formerly Thomas Orazio DMD)594.9★ (257)
112Downtown Endodontic Group594.7★ (88)
113Montavilla Dental Arts594.9★ (310)
114Gvozden Jovan DDS584.6★ (9)
115Allen Tam D.M.D, P.C.585.0★ (40)
116Burlingame Family Dentistry584.9★ (31)
117East Portland Dental Center: Hongo Gary S DDS585.0★ (6)
118SW PDX Pediatric Dentistry584.9★ (157)
119Brock's Consulting Billing Service - Healthcare Administrative, Billing & Community Engagement Service Center585.0★ (5)Evenings
120Bloom + Brighten Kids Dentistry – Portland584.8★ (221)
121Hillside Dental At Bethany584.9★ (272)
122MK Distinctive Dentistry585.0★ (158)
123Pine Tree Pediatric Dentistry584.9★ (148)
124Wellness Dental585.0★ (132)
125Mintie Family Dentistry585.0★ (150)
126Five Pines Dental574.8★ (279)
127Dr. Jeffrey Dewey, DDS575.0★ (4)
128Multnomah County Dental Health572.9★ (39)
129Multnomah County Dental Health572.6★ (45)Evenings
130Concorde Dental Clinic575.0★ (4)
131Cutler Beverlee DDS575.0★ (4)
132Alameda Dental575.0★ (127)
133OHSU Russell Street Dental Clinic573.3★ (82)
134Great Grins for Kids574.6★ (281)
135Dental Care of Portland574.7★ (291)
136Dr. David J. Cavano DDS574.2★ (5)
137Moreland Neighborhood Dental574.9★ (127)
138Sheryl K Weissman, DDS564.8★ (158)
139Soft Touch Dental563.8★ (511)Sat
140Oregon Sleep & TMJ564.9★ (104)
141Raleigh Hills Dental564.9★ (29)
142Wayne H. Mori, DMD565.0★ (73)
143Dr. Samer Hakimeh, DDS565.0★ (2)
144Timeless Family Dental564.7★ (94)
145Lincoln Dental554.9★ (89)
146Aspire Dental554.7★ (75)
147Dr. Troy N. Portash, DMD555.0★ (16)
148Dr. Howard E. Hilman, DMD554.6★ (7)Evenings
149Solutions for Smiles554.8★ (86)
150Dr. Owen Lund553.0★ (2)
151Evolution Dental554.9★ (64)
152Dr. Jeffrey J. Wolfe, DDS555.0★ (1)
153Dr. Susan Rustvold, DMD555.0★ (1)
154Gental Dental555.0★ (1)
155Jarrett Sibyl B DDS555.0★ (1)
156Naughton & Arend: Montecucco Mindy555.0★ (1)
157Sylvan Family Dentistry: Office of Dr. Timothy Bletscher, DMD & Dr. Keith Peters, DMD554.8★ (35)
158Alexander Family Dentistry545.0★ (35)
159Gateway Dental Clinic544.8★ (48)
160Pitman Family Dentistry544.7★ (34)
161Larry R. Franz, DMD545.0★ (29)
162Southwest Hills Dentistry544.5★ (103)
163Terwilliger Dental543.9★ (118)Evenings
164Juson Dental544.1★ (14)Sat
165About Face Dental Hygiene Spa545.0★ (11)Sat
166Garden Home Dental544.9★ (28)
167Simply Smiles Dental Portland534.6★ (20)
168Burnside Family Dentistry535.0★ (28)
169Mercer Richard D DMD535.0★ (14)
170Gregory Atack DMD PC535.0★ (14)
171Gregory T Goodlin, DMD, PC534.8★ (25)
172Sandy Dental PDX533.7★ (80)Sat
173Alaniz Family & Cosmetic Dentistry533.8★ (18)Sat
174Andrews Kelly C DDS531.0★ (2)
175Woodstock Dental, LLC534.4★ (56)
176Rachel Cole DDS PC534.4★ (44)
177Portland Dental and Naturopathic Clinic524.4★ (30)
178Lombard Smiles524.2★ (78)
179Apex Dental524.2★ (48)
180Dental Care Today521.8★ (26)
181Sunflower Dental, LLC524.3★ (33)
182Glenna K Sequeira D.M.D., P.C.524.6★ (11)
183Rose City Smiles514.7★ (22)
184Pollard Family Dentistry514.8★ (14)
185Roseway Family Dental513.3★ (36)Sat
186World of Smiles Pediatric Dentistry514.0★ (284)
187Craig Johnson D.D.S., M.S., P.C.514.3★ (23)
188Martha E. Rich, D.M.D.514.7★ (11)
189Gateway Pediatric Surgery Center514.4★ (17)
190Neighborhood Dentist J.H. Warmflash DMD514.4★ (14)
191Woodstock Dentistry - Brian D Sass DDS514.1★ (21)
192Marn K Schweinfurth DMD515.0★ (11)
193Go H Alexander DMD514.3★ (16)
194Portland Dental Works514.5★ (8)
195Sellwood Dental | Portland Oregon Dentistry | Rodriguez Robert DDS504.1★ (20)
196Portland Dental Smiles502.8★ (36)
197Glisan Dental503.2★ (57)Sat
198Abe Dental493.2★ (29)
199TMJ Oregon493.9★ (14)
200C494.3★ (8)
201Currey Debra J DDS495.0★ (5)
202Hongo Jonna E DMD495.0★ (5)
203Ronald F. Gaman D.M.D.484.2★ (5)
204Teamsters Dental Center483.0★ (102)
205TMJ Clinic: Summer John DDS483.1★ (18)
206Multnomah County North Portland Health Center483.2★ (52)
207Dr. Kevin Adams Dental Center – Portland 24 Hours47Evenings · Sat · Sun
208Jay Harris Levy DDS473.0★ (2)
209Eastport Plaza Dental462.9★ (48)
210Midland Family Dentistry463.0★ (33)
211Center for Student Health and Counseling (SHAC)463.0★ (45)
212WS465.0★ (1)
213Macadam Dental37
214OHSU Dental and Oral Surgery Clinic, Marquam Hill37
215Multnomah Dental Society37
216Northwest Portland Dental37
217PDX Dental Care37
218Roots Dental - Gresham37
219Blodgett Dental Care37
220360 Dentistry: Crocker Michelle DDS33
221Rickland Asai28
222Foster-Lents Denture Services27Sat · Sun
223Dentists of Portland17Evenings
224Affordable Family Health Services15
225Armstrong Leland E DDS15
226Classic Dental Clinic15
227Dana Fox15
228Dr. Dallas Gerritz15
229Dr. Eman Mikhail Emergency Dental Service15
230Dr. Gary L. Genzer, DMD15
231Dr. Gerald Fujii15
232Dr. Heidi Hansen15
233Dr. Kevin Adams Dental Center – Omaha 24 Hours15
234Dr. Lon J. Jensen, DDS15
235Dr. Peter J. LAX, DMD15
236Edwards James R DDS15
237Foster Professional Center15
238Fujii Dentistry15
239Hoard Harold R15
240Menashe Sandra L DMD15
241Norman Matschek PC15
242NW Center-Dental Excellence15
243Tender Loving Care Dentistry: Ky-Ahn Phan Andrew DDS15
244Thames Kyle a DDS15
245Timber Dentist15
246Wasco Medical-Dental Clinic15
247Yu Liuning DDS15
248Eastside Endodontic Providers LLC8
249Permanente Dental Associates, P.C.7
250Sivaraman Prakasam, B.D.S., M.S.D., Ph.D.7
251Dr. John T. Oki, DMD7
252Dr. Jeremey Kato, DDS7
253Climb Dental7
254Ng Ernest DDS7
255Northwoods Dental4

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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 Portland?

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

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

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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 Portland general dentistry dentists

We scored 255 Portland clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 9 were excluded (2 closed and 7 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 Portland 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 Portland: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Portland?

East Portland Dental Center ranks #1 of 255 Portland clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews and emergency visits and evening hours. Emergency Dental Care USA ranks #2 (4.3★ from 747 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Portland, OR?

General dentistry in Portland 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 Oregon. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Oregon?

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 Portland general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

24 of 255 Portland clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including East Portland Dental Center, Emergency Dental Care USA and Portsmouth Dental Care. 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 Portland?

255 Portland clinics list general dentistry in our data. 24 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 196 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Portland

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 375 clinics.
  2. : 7 duplicate listings merged.
  3. : 2 closed clinics removed.