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Best General Dentists in St Marys, GA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Coastal Oral Surgery, ranked #1 of 29 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in St Marys at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in St Marys at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Coastal Oral Surgery73
2Kaizen Nail Spa67
3Dr. Edward S. Parker Jr, DMD67
4Dr. Ian Buchli67
5Dr. Jessica Sharp67
6Dr. Philip Jenkins67
7Mark Sardo67
8Pennington Jeff DDS67
9St. Marys, Ga Dentist67
10Walmart Supercenter67

The 29 best general dentistry dentists in St Marys, 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 St Marys

    #1 Coastal Oral Surgery

    87 Lindsey Ln Unit B, St Marys, GA 31558, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in St Marys 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 Coastal Oral SurgeryFull profile(912) 439-3841
    In their words

    We pride ourselves on arguing the premise that going to the doctor’s office can be a pleasant experience. We hope once you meet us, you get the sense something is different. You see, we don’t see you as a procedure, we see you as a person. At Coastal Oral Surgery, everything we do and believe in is to take care of people and make a difference in their lives. We will always challenge the belief going to the doctor has to be a dreaded experience. I have a staff and office…

    From Coastal Oral Surgery's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  2. #2 Kaizen Nail Spa

    2714 Osborne Rd Suite # H, St Marys, GA 31558

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for general dentistry in St Marys: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9:30 AM–7 PM · Tue closed · Wed–Sat 9:30 AM–7 PM · Sun 10:30 AM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Kaizen Nail SpaFull profile(912) 576-4043

  12. #12 CVS

    2700 Osborne Rd, St Marys, GA 31558

    63/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for general dentistry in St Marys: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–10 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at CVSFull profile(912) 882-4841
    In their words

    CVS Health is conducting coronavirus testing (COVID-19). Tests are limited to eligible individuals in select states. Where available, anyone age 10 or older can get tested. Minors under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. We offer lab testing and rapid testing at some locations. High demand may cause lab delays.

    From CVS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  13. #13 Dollar General

    675 Kings Bay Rd, St Marys, GA 31558

    63/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for general dentistry in St Marys: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–9 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dollar GeneralFull profile(912) 290-9075
    In their words

    Dollar General Saint Marys makes shopping for basics affordable and easy by offering a wide assortment of the most popular brands at everyday low prices. Save today on essentials like health and beauty care, cleaning supplies, meal solutions, snacks and more.

    From Dollar General's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  14. #14 Pet Supplies Plus St. Mary's

    6500 GA Highway, 40 E St. Mary's, St Marys, GA 31558

    63/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for general dentistry in St Marys: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–9 PM · Sun 10 AM–6 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Pet Supplies Plus St. Mary'sFull profile(912) 882-2225

  16. #16 Camden County Health Department

    905 Dilworth St, St Marys, GA 31558

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for general dentistry in St Marys: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Camden County Health DepartmentFull profile(912) 882-8515

  17. #17 Joshua Foulk, DMD, LLC

    2420 Osborne Rd, St Marys, GA 31558, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for general dentistry in St Marys 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–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Joshua Foulk, DMD, LLCFull profile(912) 882-3322
    In their words

    At the office of Dr. Joshua Foulk, we are committed to your individual attention. We strive to provide state of the art dental care in a comfortable, professional and compassionate atmosphere. In our office you can rest assured that all of our patients are cared for and treated like a part of our family. The cornerstone of our practice is to educate our patients by explaining the advantages, disadvantages, cost and time requirements for every procedure. We want our patients…

    From Joshua Foulk, DMD, LLC's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 Richard L Spencer DDS

    2101 Osborne Rd, St Marys, GA 31558

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for general dentistry in St Marys 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–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Richard L Spencer DDSFull profile(912) 882-6072
    In their words

    When it comes to your dental health, it is important to have a dentist you can trust to help you maintain your smile. At the office of Richard L. Spencer, D.D.S., we will provide you with the services needed to achieve a healthy smile. We provide comprehensive dental services to patients of all ages in St. Marys, GA and the surrounding areas. With over 32 years of experience, Dr. Spencer goes out of his way to make sure every patient feels welcomed and relaxed during their…

    From Richard L Spencer DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 UF Health Family Medicine and Pediatrics - St. Marys

    51 Lindsey Ln, St Marys, GA 31558

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for general dentistry in St Marys 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–Wed 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at UF Health Family Medicine and Pediatrics - St. MarysFull profile(912) 576-2344

  21. #21 Poloff Linda DDS

    118 Hawthorn Ln Ste A, St Marys, GA 31558, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for general dentistry in St Marys 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 8:30 AM–5 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–6 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–6 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Poloff Linda DDSFull profile(912) 729-4748

  22. #22 Sardo Orthodontics

    1819 Osborne Rd, St Marys, GA 31558

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for general dentistry in St Marys 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 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Sardo OrthodonticsFull profile(912) 882-6122

  23. #23 Naval Branch Dental

    USS James Madison Rd, St Marys, GA 31558, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for general dentistry in St Marys 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 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Naval Branch DentalFull profile(912) 573-4212

  24. #24 Dr. Philip L. Hooton, DMD

    206 Arnow Dr, St Marys, GA 31558, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in St Marys 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–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Philip L. Hooton, DMDFull profile(912) 882-2005

All 29 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #29, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Stan L. Rentz, D.M.D.33
27Barlow Michael J DDS33
28Pennington Diane DDS33
29Dr. Stanley M. Prince, DMD17

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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 St Marys?

Typical ranges in USD for St Marys, GA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does general dentistry cost in St Marys?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$60–$170DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$170–$410DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia—

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

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 St Marys general dentistry dentists

We scored 29 St Marys clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 4 were excluded (4 duplicate listings). 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 St Marys 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 St Marys: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in St Marys?

Coastal Oral Surgery ranks #1 of 29 St Marys clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Kaizen Nail Spa ranks #2 (evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in St Marys, GA?

General dentistry in St Marys typically costs $105–$315 USD. By type: checkup exam $60–$170; exam, cleaning and x-rays $170–$410. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Georgia?

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 St Marys general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

5 of 29 St Marys clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Kaizen Nail Spa, CVS and Dollar General. 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 St Marys?

29 St Marys clinics list general dentistry in our data. 5 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for St Marys

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 29 clinics.
  2. : 4 duplicate listings merged.

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