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Best General Dentists in West Hazleton, PA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: D'Angelo Dental, ranked #1 of 9 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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9 West Hazleton clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 9 general dentistry dentists in West Hazleton at a glance

Top 9 general dentistry dentists in West Hazleton at a glance
RankClinicService score
1D'Angelo Dental73
2Steven E Nicholson DMD73
3Brady Orthodontics67
4Dr. Joseph Banyas67
5Dr. Kenneth Boyle67
6Dr. William Pavlick67
7Frank Dental67
8Pelly Dental Office67
9Williams Gerald E DDS67

The 9 best general dentistry dentists in West Hazleton, 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.

Scores below: based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

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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 West Hazleton?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in West Hazleton?
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 West Hazleton

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 West Hazleton general dentistry dentists

We scored 9 West Hazleton 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 West Hazleton 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 patientsNot yet collected
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

General dentistry in West Hazleton: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in West Hazleton?

D'Angelo Dental ranks #1 of 9 West Hazleton clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Steven E Nicholson DMD ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in West Hazleton, PA?

General dentistry in West Hazleton 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.

How many dentists offer general dentistry in West Hazleton?

9 West Hazleton clinics list general dentistry in our data. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for West Hazleton

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 9 clinics.