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Best General Dentists in South Plainfield, NJ (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Bright Smiles Dental Care PC: Dr. Ruchika Verma DDS, ranked #1 of 40 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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40 South Plainfield clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 9 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in South Plainfield at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in South Plainfield at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Bright Smiles Dental Care PC: Dr. Ruchika Verma DDS73
2Park Family Dental73
3Avery Kenneth DDS67
4Dr. Geoffrey Gonzales67
5Dr. Glenn R. Regenye, DMD67
6Dr. Heather Platt67
7Dr. James Pietrofesa67
8Dr. Loay Shadid67
9Dr. Michael Goulston67
10Dr. Nemie S. Sirilan, DDS67

The 40 best general dentistry dentists in South Plainfield, 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 South Plainfield

    #1 Bright Smiles Dental Care PC: Dr. Ruchika Verma DDS

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in South Plainfield 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 Bright Smiles Dental Care PC: Dr. Ruchika Verma DDSFull profile

  12. #12 Dr. Vincent LaBruna - MG Dental, P.A., P.C.

    906 Oak Tree Rd, South Plainfield, NJ 07080, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for general dentistry in South Plainfield 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 Dr. Vincent LaBruna - MG Dental, P.A., P.C.Full profile(908) 386-4241

  20. #20 Family Cosmetic Invisalign Dentist | Dental Cosmetic Center of Edison & Dentist in Edison

    906-M Oak Tree Ave Suite M, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Family Cosmetic Invisalign Dentist | Dental Cosmetic Center of Edison & Dentist in EdisonFull profile(908) 222-3200
    In their words

    Get the best care for your natural smile and its healthiness from the Dental Cosmetic Centre in Edison. We provide the best dental cosmetic services with the high-quality care along with upmost hygiene. Teeth whitening and dental implants are some of our few best services you can get from our globally best dentists in Edison. We offer primary dental check-up for the patients who get some symptoms but didn’t recognize the proper cause. We also offer treatments of gum diseases…

    From Family Cosmetic Invisalign Dentist | Dental Cosmetic Center of Edison & Dentist in Edison's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Smiles Dental

    3600 Park Ave Suite - N, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue closed · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–3 PM · Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Smiles DentalFull profile(908) 755-9600

  23. #23 William G Leder LLC

    5001 Hadley Rd, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9:30 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 2 PM–8 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at William G Leder LLCFull profile(908) 561-3300

  24. #24 Park Avenue Dental PC: Minni Sharma, DMD

    160 Oak Tree Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

    53/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue 7 AM–1 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–1 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Park Avenue Dental PC: Minni Sharma, DMDFull profile(908) 757-3200

  25. #25 Dr. Howard A. Mintz, DDS

    2412 Plainfield Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

    53/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5 PM · Tue 12 PM–8 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Howard A. Mintz, DDSFull profile(908) 755-8566

All 40 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #40, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Oaktree Dental Center, P.C.53Evenings · Sat
27Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Implant Specialists of Middlesex47Sat
28South Plainfield Dental Arts, LLP47Evenings
29Amara Dental of South Plainfield47Evenings
30Advanced Family Dentistry of South Plainfield47Evenings
31Durham Dental Center47Evenings
32Diamond Braces Orthodontist: Braces & Invisalign43Evenings
33Pediatrics on Park37Evenings · Sat
34MG Dental Associates - Dentist in South Plainfield NJ37
35Mohinder Garg, DDS - Dentist in South Plainfield NJ37
36South Plainfield - Jersey Dental Group37
37Dentistry By Design37
38Family Dentistry On Park37
39Raritan Valley Oral Surgery33
40Dr. Robert Conti28

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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 South Plainfield?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in South Plainfield?
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 South Plainfield

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 South Plainfield general dentistry dentists

We scored 40 South Plainfield clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 12 were excluded (12 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 South Plainfield 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 South Plainfield: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in South Plainfield?

Bright Smiles Dental Care PC: Dr. Ruchika Verma DDS ranks #1 of 40 South Plainfield clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Park Family Dental ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in South Plainfield, NJ?

General dentistry in South Plainfield 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 South Plainfield general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

9 of 40 South Plainfield clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Family Cosmetic Invisalign Dentist | Dental Cosmetic Center of Edison & Dentist in Edison, Braces & Smiles and Smiles Dental. 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 South Plainfield?

40 South Plainfield clinics list general dentistry in our data. 9 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for South Plainfield

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 41 clinics.
  2. : 12 duplicate listings merged.

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