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Best Dentists in Altoona, PA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Altoona: Curve Dental Lab, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 21

    Best for kids and families: Centre Dental Care, lists kid-friendly care; ranked #21 of 36.

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36 Altoona clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 say they accept new patients. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 10 dentists in Altoona at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Altoona at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreBest for
1Curve Dental Lab73Overall, Implants
2Saad Mina DDS73—
3Total Health Dentistry Altoona73—
4Altoona Regional Health System Partnering For Dental Services67—
5Altoona Regional Partnering for Dental Services67—
6Balliet Jennifer67—
7Berkhimer Sarah67—
8Blair Dental Associates PC: Rhodes Margaret67—
9Donald Betar67—
10Dr. Barbara M. Thaler, DMD67—

The 36 best dentists in Altoona, ranked

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

  21. #21 Centre Dental Care

    212 Kenlee Dr, Bellefonte, PA 16823

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 because of services and profile completeness: 17 of 17 services offered, a profile listing 1 named dentist and 1 language.

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

    • Speaks English
    • Accepts Medicaid
    • Accepting new patients
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Dentists
    Dr. Nicole Carnicella, DMD

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Centre Dental CareFull profile(814) 355-5254
    In their words

    Centre Dental Care is all about keeping Bellefonte families smiling with dependable, no-nonsense dental care. The practice blends modern technology with the kind of personal touch people used to expect from their hometown dentist. From routine checkups to advanced treatments, the team focuses on comfort, clarity, and long-term oral health. Patients get straightforward guidance, attentive care, and a friendly environment that treats every visit like a step toward a healthier,…

    From Centre Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Reed & Sahlaney Orthodontics

    2702 Plank Rd, Altoona, PA 16601, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

    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 Reed & Sahlaney OrthodonticsFull profile(814) 201-3426
    In their words

    A smile is truly the gift of a lifetime. At the Altoona, Huntingdon, and Bedford, PA offices of Reed & Sahlaney Orthodontics, Dr. Michael Reed and Dr. John Jack Sahlaney have created a friendly, family-focused environment where patients can receive the orthodontic care they desire and deserve. Along with our team, our orthodontists have the experience and training youd expect from a state-of-the-art orthodontic practice.

    From Reed & Sahlaney Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Blair Dental Associates - Jamie Hall DDS

    2727 Beale Ave, Altoona, PA 16601

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Blair Dental Associates - Jamie Hall DDSFull profile(814) 942-1890
    In their words

    At Blair Dental Associates - Jamie Hall DDS, we specialize in family and cosmetic dental care in the Altoona area. Trained to diagnose, treat, and prevent diseases of the gums, teeth, and jaw. The key to a successful appointment is communication. To get the most out of your visit, prepare ahead of time. Call us today for more details!

    From Blair Dental Associates - Jamie Hall DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 36 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #36, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Altoona Family Dentistry37
27Thaler Family Dentistry37
28Perfect Smile Dental of Altoona, PC37
29Bihary Family Dental37
30K&C Denture Centers, Inc.33
31Aspen Dental33
32VA Medical Center-Altoona: Mariano Anna MD33
33Bethany Cann, DMD33
34Pham Peter C DDS33
35Bihary Jason DDS33
36Fazio John DDS28

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Best dentists in Altoona by need

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Best for emergency in Altoona

No Altoona clinic lists emergency or same-day care in our data yet.

Best for kids in Altoona

21

Centre Dental Care

Highest-ranked of 1 Altoona clinic offering kid-friendly care: #21 overall by DR Score and open 5 days a week.

General Dentistry in Altoona →

Best for implants in Altoona

1

Curve Dental Lab

Highest-ranked of 36 Altoona clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Saad Mina DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Altoona

1

Curve Dental Lab

Highest-ranked of 35 Altoona clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Saad Mina DDS (#2 overall)

Invisalign in Altoona →

Best for root canal in Altoona

1

Curve Dental Lab

Highest-ranked of 35 Altoona clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Saad Mina DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Altoona

1

Curve Dental Lab

Highest-ranked of 36 Altoona clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Saad Mina DDS (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Altoona →

Best for dentures & seniors in Altoona

1

Curve Dental Lab

Highest-ranked of 35 Altoona clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Saad Mina DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Altoona

21

Centre Dental Care

Highest-ranked of 1 Altoona clinic offering Medicaid or insurance: #21 overall by DR Score and lists Medicaid.

How much does a dentist cost in Altoona?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Altoona?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$100–$300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Teeth Cleaning$75–$200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Emergency Care$100–$500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Root Canal$700–$1,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Tooth Extraction$200–$700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Wisdom Teeth Removal$200–$700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Dental Implants$1,500–$6,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Invisalign$3,500–$7,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Braces$3,000–$7,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Dental Crowns$800–$1,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Dentures$1,000–$3,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Veneers$900–$2,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Teeth Whitening$200–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Dental Bonding$300–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Cosmetic Fillings$300–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Cosmetic Dentistry$500–$5,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Full Restoration$15,000–$50,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania

How we ranked Altoona dentists

We scored 36 Altoona clinics 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 Altoona 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

Dentists in Altoona: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Altoona?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Altoona, PA is Curve Dental Lab (DR Score 73/100). Saad Mina DDS (#2) and Total Health Dentistry Altoona (#3) follow. We ranked 36 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which Altoona dentists accept new patients?

1 Altoona clinic says it accepts new patients. It is Centre Dental Care (#21). This comes from what each clinic publishes on its profile or website. Other clinics may also take new patients but have not said so, so it is worth calling.

How much is a dental cleaning in Altoona?

A dental cleaning in Altoona typically costs $75–$200 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

Which Altoona dentists accept Medicaid?

1 Altoona clinic says it accepts Medicaid. It is Centre Dental Care (#21). This is what the clinics publish; confirm your coverage when you book. Clinics that have not said either way are not counted here.

Who is the best kids' dentist in Altoona?

Centre Dental Care is the highest-ranked Altoona clinic that lists kid-friendly care, at #21 of 36 by DR Score. It is open 5 days a week. 1 Altoona clinic list kid-friendly care in our data.

How many dentists are there in Altoona?

DentistsRanked lists 36 dental clinics in Altoona, PA, and 36 are ranked by DR Score. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 36 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Altoona

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 36 clinics.

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