67/100
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 193 Google reviews, 193 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 193 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed
Best Dentists in Athens, TN (2026)
22 clinics ranked by DR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Athens: McMinn Dental Center, 4.9★ from 193 Google reviews, open 4 days a week and 1 of 17 services.
- 7
Best for kids and families: Children's Dentistry of Athens, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #7 of 22.
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22 Athens clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 17 have a Google rating on file.
Top 10 dentists in Athens at a glance
| Rank | Clinic | DR Score | Rating (reviews) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | McMinn Dental Center | 67 | 4.9★ (193) | Overall |
| 2 | Athens Family Dental | 66 | 4.8★ (512) | — |
| 3 | Dogwood Dental Care | 64 | 5.0★ (1,130) | — |
| 4 | Tennessee Wesleyan Dental Hygiene Clinic | 62 | 4.7★ (7) | — |
| 5 | John F. Young, DMD | 62 | 4.9★ (199) | — |
| 6 | Aspen Dental - Athens, TN | 60 | 4.4★ (800) | Root canal |
| 7 | Children's Dentistry of Athens | 60 | 5.0★ (279) | Kids |
| 8 | Southeast Oral Surgery | 60 | 4.9★ (313) | Implants |
| 9 | East Tennessee Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery | 58 | 4.7★ (217) | — |
| 10 | Dental Designs at Athens formerly Davidson Dental Center | 58 | 4.9★ (227) | — |
The 22 best dentists in Athens, ranked
Ordered by DR Score, a 0–100 score from 6 published factors. Scores refresh weekly.
#2 Athens Family Dental
746 Tell St, Athens, TN 37303
66/100Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 512 Google reviews, 512 Google reviews.
- 4.8from 512 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
#3 Dogwood Dental Care
1911 Congress Pkwy S, Athens, TN 37303
64/100Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 1,130 Google reviews, the most Google reviews in Athens (1,130).
- 5.0from 1,130 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
#4 Tennessee Wesleyan Dental Hygiene Clinic
306 N White St, Athens, TN 37303
62/10085% of factors measuredRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 7 Google reviews, 7 Google reviews.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.
- 4.7from 7 Google reviews
#5 John F. Young, DMD
111 N Meadows Dr, Athens, TN 37303
62/100Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 199 Google reviews, 199 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 199 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–12 PM · Fri–Sun closed
#6 Aspen Dental - Athens, TN
1509 Congress Pkwy S, Athens, TN 37303
60/100Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 800 Google reviews, 800 Google reviews.
- 4.4from 800 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#7 Children's Dentistry of Athens
1011 W Madison Ave, Athens, TN 37303
60/100Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 279 Google reviews, 279 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 279 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
#8 Southeast Oral Surgery
670 Lynnwood Dr, Athens, TN 37303
60/100Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 313 Google reviews, 313 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 313 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#9 East Tennessee Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
307 Maple St, Athens, TN 37303
58/100Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 217 Google reviews, 217 Google reviews.
- 4.7from 217 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#10 Dental Designs at Athens formerly Davidson Dental Center
200 N Jackson St, Athens, TN 37303
58/100Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 227 Google reviews, 227 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 227 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon closed · Tue–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#11 Athens Hometown Dental
1130 W Madison Ave, Athens, TN 37303
58/100Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and recent reviews: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, 3 reviews in the last 12 months.
- 3.7from 3 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–2 PM · Fri–Sun closed
#12 Gross Kevin D DDS
670 Lynnwood Dr, Athens, TN 37303
56/10085% of factors measuredRanked #12 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 2 Google reviews, 2 Google reviews.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.
- 5.0from 2 Google reviews
#13 Stewart Family Dentistry.
501 Decatur Pike, Athens, TN 37303
55/100Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 25 Google reviews, 25 Google reviews.
- 4.5from 25 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
#14 Dugan J Lamar DDS
1132 W Madison Ave, Athens, TN 37303
52/100Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 15 Google reviews, 15 Google reviews.
- 4.4from 15 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed
#15 Athens Dental Centre
899 Congress Pkwy N, Athens, TN 37303
51/100Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and review volume: 3.9★ from 17 Google reviews, 17 Google reviews.
- 3.9from 17 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue–Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#16 Dr. James L. Carter III, DDS
2416 Congress Pkwy S, Athens, TN 37303
51/100Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, 10 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 10 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
#17 Dogwood Dental Care: Kennedy J Dale DDS
1911 Congress Pkwy S #2811, Athens, TN 37303
47/100Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.0★ from 1 Google review, 1 Google review.
- 4.0from 1 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
#18 Athens Surgery Clinic
1005 W Madison Ave, Athens, TN 37303
15/10015% of factors measuredRanked #18 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
#19 Borchers Olive
605 Congress Pkwy S, Athens, TN 37303
15/10015% of factors measuredRanked #19 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
#20 Wilhelm Martin C DDS
401 W Washington Ave, Athens, TN 37303
15/10015% of factors measuredRanked #20 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
#21 Schroeder Lawson L DDS
393 Co Rd 554, Athens, TN 37303
8/10015% of factors measuredRanked #21 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
#22 Vargas Family Dentistry
917 Decatur Pike, Athens, TN 37303
7/10030% of factors measuredRanked #22 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
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Best dentists in Athens by need
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Best for emergency in Athens
No Athens clinic lists emergency or same-day care in our data yet.
Best for kids in Athens
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Children's Dentistry of Athens
Highest-ranked of 1 Athens clinic offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #7 overall by DR Score and open 4 days a week.
Best for implants in Athens
8
Highest-ranked of 5 Athens clinics offering dental implants: oral surgeon on staff, #1 for implants and #8 overall by DR Score.
Runner-up: East Tennessee Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (#9 overall)
Best for invisalign & braces in Athens
No Athens clinic lists Invisalign or braces in our data yet.
Best for root canal in Athens
6
Highest-ranked of 1 Athens clinic offering root canals: endodontist on staff and #6 overall by DR Score.
Best for cosmetic in Athens
13
Highest-ranked of 2 Athens clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #13 overall by DR Score.
Runner-up: Athens Dental Centre (#15 overall)
Best for dentures & seniors in Athens
No Athens clinic lists dentures in our data yet.
Best for budget & insurance in Athens
No Athens clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.
How much does a dentist cost in Athens?
Typical prices before insurance, in USD. Each row names its source.
| Service | Typical price (USD) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| General Dentistry | $98–$294 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee |
| Teeth Cleaning | $74–$196 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee |
| Root Canal | $686–$1,372 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee |
| Tooth Extraction | $196–$686 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee |
| Wisdom Teeth Removal | $196–$686 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee |
| Dental Implants | $1,470–$5,880 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee |
| Veneers | $882–$2,450 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee |
| Teeth Whitening | $196–$588 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee |
| Cosmetic Dentistry | $490–$4,900 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee |
How we ranked Athens dentists
We scored 22 Athens clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Athens data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews in the last 12 months | Measured |
| Access | 15% | Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients | Measured |
| Services | 10% | Services offered out of 17 | Measured |
| Profile completeness | 5% | Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos | Measured |
Dentists in Athens: frequently asked questions
Who is the best dentist in Athens?
By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Athens, TN is McMinn Dental Center (DR Score 67/100). It has a 4.9★ rating from 193 Google reviews. It is open 4 days a week. Athens Family Dental (#2) and Dogwood Dental Care (#3) follow. We ranked 22 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.
How much is a dental cleaning in Athens?
A dental cleaning in Athens typically costs $74–$196 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee. 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 Athens?
Children's Dentistry of Athens is the highest-ranked Athens clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #7 of 22 by DR Score. It is open 4 days a week. 1 Athens clinic has a pediatric dentist in our data.
How many dentists are there in Athens?
DentistsRanked lists 22 dental clinics in Athens, TN, and 22 are ranked by DR Score. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 14 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.
Update log for Athens
- : DR Scores recalculated for 22 clinics.
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