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Best General Dentists in Raleigh, NC (2026)

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

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Dental Partners of Towson, ranked #1 of 176 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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176 Raleigh clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 3 offer same-day or emergency visits and 13 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 63 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Raleigh at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Raleigh at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dental Partners of Towson73
2Dr. Ryan Griffith73
3Emergency Dentist Raleigh73
4Emergency Dentist Raleigh NC73
5Emergent-Dent73
6Farrell Family Dentistry73
7Glenwood Village Dentistry73
8Hillsborough Street Dental73
9Midas Dental73
10Rolling Ridge Dentistry73

The 176 best general dentistry dentists in Raleigh, 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 Raleigh

    #1 Dental Partners of Towson

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Raleigh 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 Dental Partners of TowsonFull profile
    In their words

    When you visit Dr. Anglin and Dr. Bethea at Dental Partners of Towson or at our second location, Dental Partners of Owings Mills, you will experience all that modern dentistry has to offer, including a comprehensive list of general, restorative and cosmetic dental services to meet the needs of the whole family. Our goal is to assist each patient in achieving and maintaining long term dental health and a beautiful smile.

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

  4. #4 Emergency Dentist Raleigh NC

    3141 Capital Blvd #107, Raleigh, NC 27604

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for general dentistry in Raleigh 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 Emergency Dentist Raleigh NCFull profile(919) 324-0141
    In their words

    Do you need an emergency dentist in Raleigh? Suffering from a teeth pain? Let Emergency Dentist Raleigh NC help! We work with the best clinics in emergency dental in the Raleigh, NC area. It's simple, with one phone call you can be connected to our friendly and courteous staff who can help you find the best emergency dentist for your needs, 24 hours a day. Let our dental providers hep with any emergency you may face. And be surprised that most work with those without…

    From Emergency Dentist Raleigh NC's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  7. #7 Glenwood Village Dentistry

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for general dentistry in Raleigh 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 Glenwood Village DentistryFull profile
    In their words

    Looking for a dentist in Raleigh, NC? Glenwood Village Dentistry restores your faith in small, family-oriented dental practices. We aren’t your typical dentist. Rather, we are a resident of the Glenwood neighborhood and treat you like the neighbor you are. Our goal is to provide you the ideal combination of expert care and family atmosphere, ensuring that you feel right at home each time you visit. We specialize in cosmetic, restorative, and implant dentistry services.

    From Glenwood Village Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  9. #9 Midas Dental

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for general dentistry in Raleigh 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 Midas DentalFull profile
    In their words

    All-on-4® Implant Centre Sydney Suffering from oral health issues like extensive infection, decay, persistent gum disease or loose teeth? Looking to make over your smile? The All-On-Four Implants are a fixed and permanent replacement option that is realistic and functions just like natural teeth. It’s a procedure that can not only change the way you feel about yourself, but your smile too.

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

  12. #12 Thomas E. Cooke, D.D.S., P.A.

    4905 Green Rd #111, Raleigh, NC 27616

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for general dentistry in Raleigh 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 Thomas E. Cooke, D.D.S., P.A.Full profile(919) 872-1700
    In their words

    Dr. Cooke specializes in emergency dentistry and helps patients from the Raleigh, North Carolina area and beyond. Our staff provides exceptional dental care to allow you to maintain proper health of your teeth and gums. Our dental office stays current with the latest technology and advanced techniques to provide you with the best dental care. For any dental emergency Friday-Sunday call (919) 624-5556

    From Thomas E. Cooke, D.D.S., P.A.'s own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 National Dental Care, Barangaroo

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Raleigh 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 National Dental Care, BarangarooFull profile
    In their words

    Part of the National Dental Care Group, National Dental Care Barangaroo is located in the beautiful Barangaroo precinct of Sydney, with parking available at Barangaroo Reserve. As Barangaroo sets the benchmark for design and sustainability, our practice's goal is to provide state of the art dental technology and services, bringing a fresh energy to the patient experience.

    From National Dental Care, Barangaroo's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 176 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #176, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Raleigh Institute for General and Aesthetic Dentistry67
27Sutton Betty King DDS67
28Wake Smiles67
29Little Tooth Co655.0★ (79)
30Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry - Garner Station644.9★ (192)
31Connection Dentistry: Dental Implants, Sedation & Comprehensive Dentistry645.0★ (646)
32Steddum Dentistry645.0★ (36)
33NC Emergency Dentistry632.3★ (3)
34Dino Kids Dental of Raleigh624.7★ (326)
35Scott Earp DDS, PA614.9★ (204)
36Carolina Pediatric Dentistry Downtown Raleigh614.6★ (857)
37Brier Creek Dental614.8★ (666)
38Bell General Dentistry615.0★ (12)
39Dr. Brian Glover604.3★ (3)
40Six Forks Family Dentistry605.0★ (151)
41W Stan Hardesty DDS PA604.9★ (167)
42Crabtree Valley Dental604.5★ (1,163)
43Smile Creations of Raleigh595.0★ (172)
44Thomas E. Long DDS MAGD595.0★ (7)
45Alvis Family Dentistry595.0★ (175)
46Soaring Smiles Dentistry for Children594.2★ (5)
47Dental Care at Royal Creek584.6★ (152)
48Campus Smiles DYNTL at NC State - Health Center584.6★ (193)
49Swift Creek Dental Care584.3★ (128)
50All People Dentistry584.8★ (284)
51MidTown Smiles Dental Care584.9★ (161)
52Spectrum Family Dentistry574.8★ (233)
53University Dental Associates Interchange574.2★ (390)Sat
54Capital Family Dentistry574.9★ (35)
55Red Oak Dentistry: Dr. Michael King574.9★ (86)
56Williamson III Robert L PA575.0★ (3)
57The Dentist Raleigh NC57Sat · Sun
58Dr Peter G Lim DDS574.7★ (41)Sat
59Bufano & Bufano DDS PA564.9★ (147)
60Dr. Anil M. Mathew, DMD565.0★ (2)
61Afshari Hamid R DDS563.0★ (5)
62Midtown Pediatric Dentistry565.0★ (65)
63Something To Smile About564.8★ (80)
64Foy Jodi H DDS565.0★ (82)
65Hayes Barton Dentistry | Charlotte C. Hunt DDS, PLLC565.0★ (22)
66Dr. Helen H. Zhang DMD554.9★ (60)
67Dr. Samuel Rudd, DDS555.0★ (1)
68Dr. Vejay Ravindran555.0★ (1)
69Lee Susan DDS555.0★ (1)
70Ms. Shelly Rickert555.0★ (1)
71Garden Gate Dental Tyson J Roe DDS555.0★ (59)
72Pennisi Dentistry555.0★ (49)
73Riverside Dental Arts545.0★ (1)
74Paul Coggins DDS MPH PA544.8★ (36)
75Dr. Richard Soto D.D.S DENTISTA HISPANO542.8★ (52)
76Catherine H. Cunningham, DDS, PLLC544.8★ (55)
77Night & Day Dental53Evenings · Sat
78Carolina Dental Arts on New Bern Ave53Evenings · Sat
79Tiffee John C DDS532.0★ (1)
80Animal Hospital at Brier Creek534.3★ (219)
81Pleasant Pines Dentistry534.5★ (69)
82Dr. Mark S. Zurawel, DDS535.0★ (22)
83Burton David a DDS534.9★ (14)
84Chang Family Dentistry: Timothy Chang, DDS, Quyen Chang, DDS524.7★ (13)
85Dr. William T. Hutchins Jr, DDS524.3★ (18)
86Dr. Mercedes Aybar-Diaz, DDS514.2★ (33)
87Perry L Jeffries DDS and Associates PA - Raleigh503.4★ (93)
88Watson Family Dentistry483.5★ (8)
89Capital City Pediatric Dentistry483.3★ (50)
90Douglas Jr H E DDS485.0★ (2)
91Taylor Family Dentistry47Evenings
92Steven D. Taylor, DDS47Evenings
93Raleigh Family Dentistry47Sat
94North Hills Dentistry47Evenings
95Triangle Dental Center473.4★ (102)
96St. Mary's Family Dentistry47Sat
97Northside Dental47Evenings
98Nedda Ibrahim DDS47Sat
99Dr. Keith A. Yount, DDS473.0★ (4)
100Lane & Associates Family Dentistry - Raleigh43Sat
101Carolina Dental Arts of Glenwood South43Evenings
102Maja V. Martin, DDS43Evenings
103Smile Lee Family Dentistry43Sat
104Smile Studio40
105Capital Dental Care37
106Smile Starters Raleigh37
107Village Dental - Olde Raleigh37
108Capital Dental Care -Blue Ridge37
109Dentist Raleigh - Blue Ridge Dental Care37
110Tryon Family Dentistry37
111Campus Smiles Dental at NC State - Health Center37
112Campus Smiles Dental at NC State (Centennial Campus)37
113Greenlee Dental Center37
114Vaya Dental - Garner Station37
115Fusion Dental Care37
116Sedation Dental Care at Raleigh Smile Center37
117Middle Creek Family Dentistry37
118Raleigh Dental Excellence37
119Raleigh Implant and Family Dentistry, Dr.Simon Melcher,DDS, Dr. Emily Rodriguez,DDS37
120City of Oaks Dental37
121The Dental Market37
122Renaissance Dental - Raleigh37
123Vivid Dental37
124Dr. L. Dana McCall37
125Southern Dental Arts34
126Sunrise Dental33
127Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry33
128Raleigh Dental33
129Wake Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry33
130Liberty Dental33
131Wakefield Dental Care Magno Gerard R DDS33
132New Hope Dental Care27Evenings
133Dental Leader24Evenings
134Novent Dental17Sat
135Caring Smile Family Dentistry17
1369th Street Dental15
137Advanced Dentist15
138Advanced Laparoscopic Assocs15
139Alynco Dentistry15
140Barrington Kimberly15
141Bollenback Lauren A DDS15
142Butler Jr Joseph M DDS15
143Christi Davis DDS15
144Dental Office15
145Doyle Paula15
146Dr. Amanda A. Allen, DDS15
147Dr. Amandip Kamoh15
148Dr. Barry D. Barger15
149Dr. Corliss J. Furbert, DDS15
150Dr. Ernest G. Forrest, DDS15
151Dr. Johanna S. Irving, DDS15
152Dr. Steven Carter Dental Clinic – Raleigh 24 Hours15
153Dr. Vanessa M. Campbell, DDS15
154Easthom Laurinda B DDS15
155Ellis Janifer D DDS15
156Elmore JR DDS PLLC15
157exceed ortho15
158Higgins James B DDS15
159Lane Don G DDS15
160Mclver Phillip DDS15
161Meunier Kelsey T DDS15
162NCToothFairy91915
163Priority Emergency Dental Care15
164Raleigh Emergency Dentist15
165Robert L Williamson III PA15
166Royal Libby15
167Salina Arafat15
168Speilberg Alena DDS15
169Stephen L Renner PA15
170Dental Health Services NC Division14
171Instantly Whiter Teeth Whitening8
172Parkstone Dental8
173Crystal Watson, DDS7
174Niola Dental7
175Bitesized Pediatric Dentistry7
176Tilley Larry F 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 Raleigh?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Raleigh?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$55–$170DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$170–$400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—

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

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 Raleigh general dentistry dentists

We scored 176 Raleigh clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 5 were excluded (5 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Raleigh?

Dental Partners of Towson ranks #1 of 176 Raleigh clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Ryan Griffith ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Raleigh, NC?

General dentistry in Raleigh typically costs $102–$306 USD. By type: checkup exam $55–$170; exam, cleaning and x-rays $170–$400. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in North Carolina?

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 Raleigh general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

13 of 176 Raleigh clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Karen Y. Petty, DDS, PA, Dr. Alexander Porter Emergency Dentist and University Dental Associates Interchange. 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 Raleigh?

176 Raleigh clinics list general dentistry in our data. 13 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 63 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Raleigh

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 264 clinics.
  2. : 5 duplicate listings merged.

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