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Best General Dentists in Salisbury, MD (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Eastern Shore Endodontics, ranked #1 of 41 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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41 Salisbury clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 6 open Saturdays and 5 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Salisbury at a glance

The 41 best general dentistry dentists in Salisbury, 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. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for general dentistry in Salisbury 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

    From your first contact with us, we are committed to your individual attention and strive to provide personalized oral health care tailored to your unique dental needs and goals. We work hard to create a comfortable dental experience. Your health and comfort are our top priorities, our goal is to help every patient understand their symptoms and treatment options.

    From Kathleen M. Geipe, Dds, Pa's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #17 Delmarva Dental Services

    1310 Belmont Ave Suite 301, Salisbury, MD 21804

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for general dentistry in Salisbury: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–8 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Delmarva Dental Services, our goal is to keep you smiling! We offer General Dentistry, preventative services, root canals, crowns, bridges, dental implants, orthodontics, Invisalign®, veneers, oral sedation and much more. Visit our website or call us today to find out how we can improve your oral health and enhance your smile!

    From Delmarva Dental Services's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #18 Delmarva Dental Services: Joseph P Harmon DDS

    1310 Belmont Ave, Salisbury, MD 21804

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for general dentistry in Salisbury: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–8 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dr. Harmon has created many smile makeovers at Delmarva Dental Services. No two are the same. Each one is customized to the individual needs and appearance of each patient. Dr. Harmon also provides general dentistry including implant surgery and restoration. He is especially gratified when a patient with a complete denture, after having implants, can chew foods they haven’t been able to in years. He likes to swim and is a devoted family man.

    From Delmarva Dental Services: Joseph P Harmon DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #19 Peninsula Dental Center

    1101 Healthway Dr, Salisbury, MD 21804

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for general dentistry in Salisbury: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–4 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–7 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–4 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–3 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #20 Peninsula Dental Center: Nguyen Christopher DDS

    1101 Healthway Dr STE 101, Salisbury, MD 21804

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for general dentistry in Salisbury: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–4 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–7 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–4 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #21 Porter Dental

    406 N Fruitland Blvd, Salisbury, MD 21801, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for general dentistry in Salisbury: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Porter Dental serves the local Salisbury, MD community with a friendly and professional dental team to make dental visits simple and stress-free for patients of all ages.We accept most types of insurance and offer convenient payment options. Ask about our Resolution Dental Plan, which can save your family over $1,000 per year in dental needs!

    From Porter Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #22 Dr. Jessica Harrison, DDS

    1310 Belmont Ave Suite 301, Salisbury, MD 21804, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–8 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryEmergency careImplantsCrownsBondingCosmeticFull restoration

    In their words

    Experienced dentist Jessica Harrison, DDS is an integral part of Delmarva Dental Services, where each patient is treated like family. Dr. Harrison is deeply passionate about dentistry and providing the highest level of care for her patients, as well as putting those with dental anxiety at ease during treatment. Dr. Harrison and the team at Delmarva Dental Services offer an array of restorative, cosmetic, and preventive dental care options such as tooth-colored fillings,…

    From Dr. Jessica Harrison, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. #23 Chesapeake Health Care Dental

    1615 Tree Sap A, Salisbury, MD 21804

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for general dentistry in Salisbury on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    The Chesapeake Health Care Dental Department is located in Princess Anne and Salisbury, and was established to provide dental care for our entire community. We serve people of all ages, income levels, those insured, under-insured and uninsured. Chesapeake Health Care provides dental services to residents of Wicomico, Worcester, and Somerset counties. We offer comprehensive dental services with special emphasis on prevention and restoration. We are a major provider of dental…

    From Chesapeake Health Care Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  9. #24 Lynn F Ascher DMD

    560 Riverside Dr Ste B201 Ste B201, Salisbury, MD 21801, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Salisbury on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  10. #25 Delmarva Smile Corner, LLC

    106 Milford St Suite 502, Salisbury, MD 21804, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Salisbury on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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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 Salisbury?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Salisbury?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$65–$200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$200–$470DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland—

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

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 Salisbury general dentistry dentists

We scored 41 Salisbury 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.

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 Salisbury 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 Salisbury: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Salisbury?

Eastern Shore Endodontics ranks #1 of 41 Salisbury clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Kathleen M. Geipe, Dds, Pa ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Salisbury, MD?

General dentistry in Salisbury typically costs $120–$360 USD. By type: checkup exam $65–$200; exam, cleaning and x-rays $200–$470. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Maryland?

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 Salisbury general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

6 of 41 Salisbury clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Delmarva Dental Services, Delmarva Dental Services: Joseph P Harmon DDS and Peninsula Dental Center. 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 Salisbury?

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

Update log for Salisbury

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 41 clinics.