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Best General Dentists in Ridgewood, NJ (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Barrios, DDS Jorge E, ranked #1 of 44 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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44 Ridgewood clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 15 open Saturdays and 15 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Ridgewood at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Ridgewood at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Barrios, DDS Jorge E73
2Dennis Pawlak, DDS73
3Smith Norton DMD73
4Black Friday Week - Dental Implants67
5Charles Lennon, DMD - The Ridgewood Dentist67
6Chestnut Family Dentistry67
7Dr. Robert D. Miner Dds, DDS67
8Kurpis Albert J DDS67
9Lincoln Dentistry67
10Mc Guire Mary67

The 44 best general dentistry dentists in Ridgewood, 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.

  3. #3 Smith Norton DMD

    61 N Maple Ave, Ridgewood, NJ 07450, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for general dentistry in Ridgewood 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 Smith Norton DMDFull profile(201) 445-0961
    In their words

    Dr. Norton Smith provides preventive oriented dentistry for adults & children. Hours are by appointment, including evening & Saturday. Emergency appointments are available. Dr. Smith is conveniently located on the corner or North Maple & Franklin Ave in Ridgewood. Second opinions available.

    From Smith Norton DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 West Ridgewood Dental Professionals, PA

    88 W Ridgewood Ave #1, Ridgewood, NJ 07450

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for general dentistry in Ridgewood: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at West Ridgewood Dental Professionals, PAFull profile(201) 652-8875

  22. #22 Pediatric Dental Associates, Inc.

    195 S Maple Ave, Ridgewood, NJ 07450, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for general dentistry in Ridgewood: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–3:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Pediatric Dental Associates, Inc.Full profile(201) 652-7020
    In their words

    We are DEDICATED to treating children, not just teeth. Our COMMITMENT is to caring and prevention! It is our JOINT responsibility to provide for the long term optimal oral health for your child. We will keep abreast of the progress in current techniques so that we may render dental treatment with the highest degree of professional skill and ability. We will constantly instill positive concepts toward the prevention of oral disease and maintenance of good oral health.

    From Pediatric Dental Associates, Inc.'s own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Joy Dental

    89 N Maple Ave, Ridgewood, NJ 07450

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for general dentistry in Ridgewood: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Joy DentalFull profile(201) 797-8899

  24. #24 Advanced Dental Care of Ridgewood

    160 S Broad St, Ridgewood, NJ 07450, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Ridgewood: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Advanced Dental Care of RidgewoodFull profile(201) 670-0670
    In their words

    Welcome to Advanced Dental Care of Ridgewood, the office of Robert A. Scherrer, DMD. Creating and maintaining healthy smiles that inspire confidence is the number one priority at Advanced Dental Care of Ridgewood! Proudly serving the Ridgewood community and the surrounding area, we offer a full range of the latest and most advanced dental procedures designed to meet the needs of every member of your family. A healthy and beautiful smile is not only an attractive asset, it is…

    From Advanced Dental Care of Ridgewood's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Robert Scherrer, DMD

    160 S Broad St, Ridgewood, NJ 07450

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Ridgewood: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Robert Scherrer, DMDFull profile(201) 670-0670
    In their words

    At Advanced Dental Care of Ridgewood, Dr. Scherrer combines experience, skill, and compassion – the recipe patients need for comprehensive dental care. Caring and devoted to lasting relationships, Dr. Scherrer looks forward to being your general and cosmetic dentist for years to come. For comfortable dentistry you can trust and afford, call Advanced Dental Care of Ridgewood, NJ. Our state-of-the-art dental office serves the communities of Ridgewood, Hawthorne, Glen Rock,…

    From Robert Scherrer, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 44 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #44, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Dr. Mohammed W. Iqbal, DDS57Evenings · Sat
27Nihon Shika Group555.0★ (1)Evenings · Sat
28Johnson Joyce M DDS53Evenings · Sat
29Dr. Sari C. Zimmer, DMD53Evenings · Sat
30Mid-County Endodontic Group, P.A.53Evenings · Sat
31Zahra Hosseini DMD47Sat
32Charles T. Loo, DMD, MSD47Sat
33Michael Duong, DDS. Precision Orthodontics47Evenings
34Mirkhan Abraham DDS47Evenings
35John D. Aston, DMD47Evenings
36M I Dental PC47Evenings
37Bergen Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery43Sat
38Bergen Oral & Maxillofacial: Novelli Vincent DDS43Sat
39Pento Dental Advisors37
40Dr. Laurie Addvensky, DMD37
41Dr. John R. Varoscak, DDS37
42Health Care 200037
43Ehrich Jr David S DDS28
44Dr. Jin Ha Joung, DMD27Evenings

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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 Ridgewood?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Ridgewood?
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—

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

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 Ridgewood general dentistry dentists

We scored 44 Ridgewood clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 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 Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Ridgewood?

Barrios, DDS Jorge E ranks #1 of 44 Ridgewood clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Dennis Pawlak, DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Ridgewood, NJ?

General dentistry in Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

15 of 44 Ridgewood clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Choi Dental Care, West Ridgewood Dental Professionals, PA and Pediatric Dental Associates, Inc.. 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 Ridgewood?

44 Ridgewood clinics list general dentistry in our data. 15 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Ridgewood

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 48 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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