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Best General Dentists in Santa Fe, NM (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Riverwalk Dental LLC, ranked #1 of 55 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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55 Santa Fe clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 3 open Saturdays and 2 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Santa Fe at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Santa Fe at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Riverwalk Dental LLC73
2Rogoff Dental Group73
3Santa Fe Dentista Hispano Familiar73
4Santa Fe Emergency Dental73
5Santa Fe Modern Dentistry and Orthodontics73
6Dentist Hispano Santa Fe67
7Center For Aesthetic Dentistry: Walls Linda67
8Dental Hygiene of Santa Fe: Corazzi Grabow Pam67
9Dental Vacations for Less67
10Dr. Brendan Vahey67

The 55 best general dentistry dentists in Santa Fe, 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 Santa Fe

    #1 Riverwalk Dental LLC

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Santa Fe 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 Riverwalk Dental LLCFull profile
    In their words

    We are a locally owned general dentistry practice, and are proud to be serving the wonderful Santa Fe community and surrounding areas. We focus on gentle, quality patient care with an emphasis on preventive dental services. We look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve oral health. Call us to make an appointment. Open Saturdays! Se habla español.

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

  2. #2 Rogoff Dental Group

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for general dentistry in Santa Fe 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 Rogoff Dental GroupFull profile
    In their words

    Rogoff Dental Group is committed to excellence in dentistry as well as progressive, environmental and humanitarian causes. More than a promise, it’s the guiding principle for everything we do. That means we’re committed first to total dental health, the harmony of three essential elements – strong, decay-free teeth; healthy, disease-free gums; and a properly functioning occlusion or bite.

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

  4. #4 Santa Fe Emergency Dental

    3875 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for general dentistry in Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe Emergency DentalFull profile(505) 356-1784
    In their words

    We're glad you came to us at Santa Fe Emergency Dental because we want to serve you for your dental care needs. You can pickup the phone and call us 24/7 because we answer the phones every day, all day. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment because we cannot accept walk ins. You can count on us for the highest level of care in general dentistry, emergency care, family & pediatric dental work as well as denture repairs.

    From Santa Fe Emergency Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  5. #5 Santa Fe Modern Dentistry and Orthodontics

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for general dentistry in Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe Modern Dentistry and OrthodonticsFull profile
    In their words

    As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to Santa Fe Modern Dentistry and Orthodontics! 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 Santa Fe dental provider with services including Teledentistry, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening, Oral…

    From Santa Fe Modern Dentistry and Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  8. #8 Dental Hygiene of Santa Fe: Corazzi Grabow Pam

    2019 Galisteo St Building O Suite 1, Santa Fe, NM 87505

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for general dentistry in Santa Fe 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 Hygiene of Santa Fe: Corazzi Grabow PamFull profile(505) 995-0595

  22. #22 Santa Fe Dentist Office

    5131 Main St Ste 101, Santa Fe, NM 87507

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for general dentistry in Santa Fe: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Santa Fe Dentist OfficeFull profile(505) 209-9080
    In their words

    As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to Santa Fe Dentist Office! 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 Santa Fe dental provider with services including Teledentistry, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening, Oral Surgery, Wisdom…

    From Santa Fe Dentist Office's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Divine Dental of Santa Fe

    550 St Michaels Dr Building B, Suite 2, Santa Fe, NM 87505

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for general dentistry in Santa Fe 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 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Divine Dental of Santa FeFull profile(505) 471-7000
    In their words

    Voted BEST of SANTA FE in 2018 and 2019, we are the leading team in dentistry in Santa Fe, NM today. We are dedicated to your overall health beginning with your mouth to support your well-being and self-esteem. We will do everthing we can to provide you with an amazing smile using the best materials and techniques in dentistry today using the very latest in dental technology, and the most advanced skills and services. We are a judgement free practice, a safe place to take…

    From Divine Dental of Santa Fe's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Santa Fe Family Dentistry & Orthodontics

    1406 Luisa St #1, Santa Fe, NM 87505

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Santa Fe 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 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Santa Fe Family Dentistry & OrthodonticsFull profile(505) 303-4503
    In their words

    At Santa Fe Family Dentistry & Orthodontics, our mission is simple: provide you with the best dental care possible. Our state of the art dental facility features the latest equipment and cutting edge technology to provide you the highest quality dental care available at an affordable price. We take the time to treat every patient as an individual worthy of the very best treatment we can provide. So come see us for your best dental experience ever! And with Sedation Dentistry…

    From Santa Fe Family Dentistry & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Adventure Dental, Vision and Orthodontics

    2027 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87505, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Santa Fe 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 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Adventure Dental, Vision and OrthodonticsFull profile(505) 820-1212

All 55 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #55, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Ahh Dental37
27Dentistry on St. Michaels37
28New Mexico Endodontic Center.37
29Dental Arts of Santa Fe - Dr. Jonathan Plaza, DDS & Dr. Jessica Mervau, DDS37
30Plaza Dentistry37
31Bonita Medical Center37
32Peter J. Tafoya, DDS, LLC37
33Dr. Kasha Ujda37
34Milagro Dental37
35Dental Hygiene Care of Santa Fe37
36Morgan Dentistry37
37Smile Santa Fe Dentistry37
38Fonseca Dentistry37
39Northside Dental37
40Nishi H. Vakharia, DDS, PC37
41VIDA Dental Studio37
42Santa Fe Oral Surgeons- Jeffery B. Wheaton DDS, MD37
43Lumident Implant and Surgical Center37
44Dental Del Sol37
45Sun Mountain Dentures37
46CHRISTUS St. Vincent Medical Professional Building33
47La Familia Dental Center33
48La Familia Medical33
49Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Center of Santa Fe33
50City Different Dentistry33
51Dr. Kirk W. Macgillivray, DDS33
52Perfect Teeth: Chiarito Robert DDS33
53Perfect Teeth: Martinez Jasmine DDS33
54Smiles of Santa Fe33
55Theodore David Cho D.D.S.17

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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 Santa Fe?

Typical ranges in USD for Santa Fe, NM. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

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

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

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 Santa Fe general dentistry dentists

We scored 55 Santa Fe clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Santa Fe?

Riverwalk Dental LLC ranks #1 of 55 Santa Fe clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Rogoff Dental Group ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Santa Fe, NM?

General dentistry in Santa Fe 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 New Mexico. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in New Mexico?

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 Santa Fe general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 55 Santa Fe clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Dentist Hispano Santa Fe, Comfort Dental and Santa Fe Dentist Office. 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 Santa Fe?

55 Santa Fe clinics list general dentistry in our data. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Santa Fe

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 55 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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