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Best Dentists in Cambridge, MA (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Cambridge: Beacon Dental Partners, DR Score 77/100, open 7 days until 12 AM and 17 of 17 services.

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    Best for same-day emergencies: Beacon Dental Partners, emergency care, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #1 of 69.

  3. 24

    Best for kids and families: Cambridge Pediatric Dental Associates, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #24 of 69.

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    Best for evenings and weekends: Beacon Dental Partners, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #1 of 69.

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69 Cambridge clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 15 are open Saturdays, 4 on Sundays and 8 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 2 list emergency care. 13 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Cambridge at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Cambridge at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1Beacon Dental Partners77—Evenings · Sat · SunOverall, Emergencies
2Central Dental Associates73———
3Ethio Dental Care LLC73———
4Family Urgent Dental Care73———
5Fresh Pond Dental73———
6Gentle Dental Cambridge73———
7Harvard Street Dental73———
8Prospect Dental Group, LLC73———
9Southbridge Dentistry & Implants73———
10Babo Nastela DDS- Cambridge My Dentist/694.7★ (100)Evenings · Sat · Sun—

The 69 best dentists in Cambridge, ranked

Ordered by DR Score, a 0–100 score from 6 published factors. Scores refresh weekly.

  1. Ranked #1 in Cambridge

    #1 Beacon Dental Partners

    125 Cambridgepark Dr #301, Cambridge, MA 02140

    77/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 because of access and services: open 7 days until 12 AM, 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Beacon Dental PartnersFull profile(781) 620-4100
    In their words

    Founded in 2014, Beacon Dental Partners is a Boston-based DSO (“Dental Service Organization”) committed to helping dental professionals at every stage of their professional journey for dental clinics and dentist. We are experts in the business of dentistry with years of experience in the industry, and we're committed to helping both established practice owners and young professionals further their dental careers. Whether you're the seasoned owner of a thriving practice or a…

    From Beacon Dental Partners's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  5. #5 Fresh Pond Dental

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Fresh Pond DentalFull profile
    In their words

    Effective 10/1/2022 the team from Fresh Pond Dental will be joining the team at Gentle Dental Cambridge. The Fresh Pond location will no longer be seeing patients. Patients will now receive care at Gentle Dental Cambridge, 19 White Street, Cambridge, MA 02140 in the Porter Square Plaza. Gentle Dental Cambridge is a 42 North Dental supported practice. This means the experience will be seamless for patients with records and x-rays immediately available with no lapse in…

    From Fresh Pond Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  6. #6 Gentle Dental Cambridge

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Gentle Dental CambridgeFull profile
    In their words

    Gentle Dental Cambridge, located near Porter Square, offers comprehensive general dental and specialty services. Our mission is to create healthy, confident smiles for life. Gentle Dental Cambridge has some of the best dentists in Cambridge, MA. This office is a winner of the ‘Reader’s Choice Award’ in 2018 and 2019. Visit us for endodontic services, orthodontic services, periodontic services, dental cleaning, dental exam, fluoride, oral cancer screening, crowns and bridges,…

    From Gentle Dental Cambridge's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  9. #9 Southbridge Dentistry & Implants

    11 Central St, Southbridge, MA 01550, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Southbridge Dentistry & ImplantsFull profile(508) 504-7818
    In their words

    Southbridge Dentistry & Implants is a trusted dental clinic in Southbridge, MA, dedicated to providing comprehensive and personalized oral healthcare in a comfortable setting. The practice offers a full spectrum of services, including general dentistry, cosmetic treatments, and advanced dental implants designed to restore both function and aesthetics. Patients can receive routine exams, cleanings, fillings, and preventive care, along with cosmetic services such as teeth…

    From Southbridge Dentistry & Implants's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  12. #12 Direct Pay Dental Care

    10 Centre St, Cambridge, MA 02139

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 9 PM, Saturdays until 5 PM and Sundays until 5 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 5 PM–9 PM · Tue–Thu closed · Fri 5 PM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 12 PM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Direct Pay Dental CareFull profile(540) 729-8582

All 69 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #69, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Michael Joseph, DMD - Cambridge Endodontics594.8★ (82)
27Alvarez Dental Group584.7★ (10)Evenings · Sat
28Orthodontics of Cambridge584.8★ (113)
29Dental Services, P.C.57Evenings · Sat
30Cambridge Family Dental574.5★ (24)
31Be Fresh Dental of Cambridge57Evenings · Sat
32Francis Bane DMD544.7★ (25)
33Dr. Dental53Evenings · Sat
34Advanced Dental Concepts - Dr. Iveta53Evenings · Sat
35Lux Dental Care53Sat · Sun
36Central Square Dental47Sat
37Tend Dental Kendall Square47Sat
38Cambridge Dental Group47Sat
39Cambridge Dental Center47Sat
40Avalon Dental Center Cambridge47Sat
41Cambridgeside Dental Associates37
42Kendall Square Dental Associates37
43Harvard Dental Center- Cambridge37
44Sweet Spot Dental of Cambridge37
45Cambridgeport Dental, LLC37
46Commonwealth Oral & Maxillofacial Surgical Associates37
47Russell L Forman, DMD PC37
48Camberville Dental37
49Cambridge Children's Dentistry37
50North Cambridge Dental37
51Cambridge Smiles37
52Forsyth Faculty Associates37
53Walker Dental37
54SMILE LINE Dental Medicine37
55Ultimate Dental of Cambridge37
56Porter Square Family Dental37
57Alegria Dental Group37
58American Dental of Cambridge37
59Cambridge Family Dentistry37
60Dental Restorative Group @ Cambridge37
61The Forsyth Institute33
62Dr. Mara Green, DMD33
63Courtyard Dental33
64Duarte Albert R DMD33
65The Restorative Dental Group of Cambridge17
66Dr. Owen Brooks Emergency Dental Service15
67Gentle Dental15
68test dental clinic15
69Total Relief Emergency Dental Care15

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Best dentists in Cambridge by need

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Best for emergency in Cambridge

1

Beacon Dental Partners

Highest-ranked of 2 Cambridge clinics offering emergency or same-day care: #1 for emergency care, #1 overall by DR Score and open 7 days until 12 AM.

Runner-up: Babo Nastela DDS- Cambridge My Dentist/ (#10 overall)

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Best for kids in Cambridge

24

Cambridge Pediatric Dental Associates

Highest-ranked of 1 Cambridge clinic offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #24 overall by DR Score and open 5 days a week.

General Dentistry in Cambridge →

Best for implants in Cambridge

20

Cambridge Oral & Facial Surgery Center

Highest-ranked of 55 Cambridge clinics offering dental implants: oral surgeon on staff, #1 for implants and #20 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Cambridge Oral Surgery (#21 overall)

Dental Implants in Cambridge →

Best for invisalign & braces in Cambridge

28

Orthodontics of Cambridge

Highest-ranked of 53 Cambridge clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #2 for invisalign and #28 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Cambridge Pediatric Dental Associates (#24 overall)

Invisalign in Cambridge →

Best for root canal in Cambridge

26

Michael Joseph, DMD - Cambridge Endodontics

Highest-ranked of 52 Cambridge clinics offering root canals: endodontist on staff, #2 for root canal and #26 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Beacon Dental Partners (#1 overall)

Root Canal in Cambridge →

Best for cosmetic in Cambridge

1

Beacon Dental Partners

Highest-ranked of 52 Cambridge clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Central Dental Associates (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Cambridge →

Best for dentures & seniors in Cambridge

1

Beacon Dental Partners

Highest-ranked of 51 Cambridge clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Central Dental Associates (#2 overall)

Dentures in Cambridge →

Best for budget & insurance in Cambridge

No Cambridge clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in Cambridge?

Typical prices before insurance, in USD. Each row names its source.

How much does a dentist cost in Cambridge?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$135–$405DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Teeth Cleaning$101–$270DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Emergency Care$135–$675DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Root Canal$945–$1,890DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Tooth Extraction$270–$945DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Wisdom Teeth Removal$270–$945DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Dental Implants$2,025–$8,100DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Invisalign$4,725–$10,125DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Braces$4,050–$9,450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Dental Crowns$1,080–$2,430DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Dentures$1,350–$4,050DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Veneers$1,215–$3,375DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Teeth Whitening$270–$810DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Dental Bonding$405–$810DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Cosmetic Fillings$405–$810DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Cosmetic Dentistry$675–$6,750DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Full Restoration$20,250–$67,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts

Emergency and weekend dentists in Cambridge

Clinics that list same-day or emergency care, or post Saturday, Sunday or after-6 PM hours. Severe swelling or bleeding: go to a hospital.

How we ranked Cambridge dentists

We scored 69 Cambridge clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 3 were excluded (3 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 Cambridge 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

Dentists in Cambridge: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Cambridge?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Cambridge, MA is Beacon Dental Partners (DR Score 77/100). It is open 7 days until 12 AM. Central Dental Associates (#2) and Ethio Dental Care LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 69 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Cambridge are open on Saturday?

15 of 69 Cambridge dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Beacon Dental Partners (until 12 AM), Babo Nastela DDS- Cambridge My Dentist/ (until 12 AM) and Direct Pay Dental Care (until 5 PM). 4 are also open on Sunday. Hours come from each clinic's listing as of October 2026, so call ahead on holidays.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Cambridge?

2 Cambridge clinics list emergency or same-day dental care. The highest-ranked are Beacon Dental Partners (#1) and Babo Nastela DDS- Cambridge My Dentist/ (#10). 8 clinics are open after 6 PM on at least one weekday. For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Cambridge?

A dental cleaning in Cambridge typically costs $101–$270 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

Who is the best kids' dentist in Cambridge?

Cambridge Pediatric Dental Associates is the highest-ranked Cambridge clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #24 of 69 by DR Score. It is open 5 days a week. 1 Cambridge clinic has a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in Cambridge?

DentistsRanked lists 69 dental clinics in Cambridge, MA, and 69 are ranked by DR Score. 15 post Saturday hours and 8 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 63 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Cambridge

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 69 clinics.
  2. : 3 duplicate listings merged.

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