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Best General Dentists in Upper Darby, PA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Smile Team, ranked #1 of 18 by service score; 4.3★ from 89 Google reviews.

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18 Upper Darby clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 4 open Saturdays and 3 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 6 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Upper Darby at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Upper Darby at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Smile Team574.3★ (89)
2Pristine Dental Center57—
3Emergency Dentist 24/7 Upper Darby553.0★ (2)
4Access Dentistry533.9★ (42)
5Yin Xuan DDS534.4★ (7)
6Lansdowne Family Dental47—
7Upper Darby Family Dental47—
8gentle dentistry/upper darby dentistry462.9★ (42)
9Care Dental, LLC43—
10About Your Smile: Lindo Sharon DDS432.0★ (1)

The 18 best general dentistry dentists in Upper Darby, 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.

  2. #2 Pristine Dental Center

    392 Avon Rd, Upper Darby, PA 19082

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for general dentistry in Upper Darby: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–7 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Pristine Dental CenterFull profile(610) 352-0500
    In their words

    Welcome to Pristine Dental Center! Our dentists and team are eager to meet with you and get you started on the journey to your ideal smile in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania. We place a special emphasis on providing our patients with a positive and welcoming environment during their time at our office. To best address the needs of all our patients, we do many of our procedures in-house. If you would like to learn more about Dr. Anam Tariq, contact us today.

    From Pristine Dental Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  6. #6 Lansdowne Family Dental

    321 N Lansdowne Ave, Upper Darby, PA 19050

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for general dentistry in Upper Darby: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lansdowne Family DentalFull profile(610) 626-5080

  9. #9 Care Dental, LLC

    134 S State Rd, Upper Darby, PA 19082

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for general dentistry in Upper Darby: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–5:30 PM · Tue closed · Wed 10 AM–5:30 PM · Thu closed · Fri–Sat 10 AM–5:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Care Dental, LLCFull profile(610) 789-2440

  11. #11 Rachel C. Taddeo, DMD at Taddeo Teeth

    9220 West Chester Pike, Upper Darby, PA 19082

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for general dentistry in Upper Darby 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–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Rachel C. Taddeo, DMD at Taddeo TeethFull profile(484) 452-4166

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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 Upper Darby?

Typical ranges in USD for Upper Darby, PA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

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

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

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 Upper Darby general dentistry dentists

We scored 18 Upper Darby 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). 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 Upper Darby 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 Upper Darby: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Upper Darby?

Smile Team ranks #1 of 18 Upper Darby clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has 4.3★ from 89 Google reviews. Pristine Dental Center ranks #2 (evening hours and Saturday hours). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Upper Darby, PA?

General dentistry in Upper Darby 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 Pennsylvania. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Pennsylvania?

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 Upper Darby general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

4 of 18 Upper Darby clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Pristine Dental Center, Access Dentistry and Lansdowne Family 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 Upper Darby?

18 Upper Darby clinics list general dentistry in our data. 4 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 6 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Upper Darby

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 21 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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