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Best Dentists in Carteret, NJ (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Carteret: Carteret Dental, DR Score 67/100 and 17 of 17 services.

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    Best for evenings and weekends: CVS, open 7 days until 10 PM; ranked #6 of 9.

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9 Carteret clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 4 are open Saturdays, 1 on Sundays and 3 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 9 dentists in Carteret at a glance

Top 9 dentists in Carteret at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekendsBest for
1Carteret Dental67—Overall, Implants
2Dr. Jamie Leizer67——
3Dr. Sukhjender Goraya, MD67——
4Dr. Sundeep Johal67——
5Jason Wasserman67——
6CVS63Evenings · Sat · SunEvenings & weekends
7Mondovi Dental53Evenings · Sat—
8West Carteret Dental Group53Evenings · Sat—
9A-One Dental Of Carteret LLC47Sat—

The 9 best dentists in Carteret, ranked

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

  1. #6 CVS

    837 Roosevelt Ave, Carteret, NJ 07008

    63/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open 7 days until 10 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–10 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    CVS Health is conducting coronavirus testing (COVID-19). Tests are limited to eligible individuals in select states. Where available, anyone age 10 or older can get tested. Minors under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. We offer lab testing and rapid testing at some locations. High demand may cause lab delays.

    From CVS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #7 Mondovi Dental

    125 Lincoln Ave, Carteret, NJ 07008

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 8 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    It is our pleasure to partner with you in your dental care. Whether you are a new patient or already part of our family, Mondovi Dental Carteret offers a wide range of general dental services, cosmetic dentistry and restorative dentistry for adults and children. We accept most insurance and offer new patient specials. If you have any questions, please give us a call.

    From Mondovi Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #8 West Carteret Dental Group

    1200 Roosevelt Ave, Carteret, NJ 07008, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 1 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–7 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8:30 AM–7 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #9 A-One Dental Of Carteret LLC

    125 Washington Ave 3 fl, Carteret, NJ 07008

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 1 PM.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Best dentists in Carteret by need

One pick per need, with the clinic that comes next. Every pick names the condition it wins on.

Best for emergency in Carteret

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

Best for kids in Carteret

No Carteret clinic lists kid-friendly care in our data yet.

Best for implants in Carteret

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Carteret Dental

Highest-ranked of 9 Carteret clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Jamie Leizer (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Carteret

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Carteret Dental

Highest-ranked of 9 Carteret clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Jamie Leizer (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in Carteret

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Carteret Dental

Highest-ranked of 9 Carteret clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Jamie Leizer (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Carteret

1

Carteret Dental

Highest-ranked of 9 Carteret clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Jamie Leizer (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Carteret

1

Carteret Dental

Highest-ranked of 9 Carteret clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Jamie Leizer (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Carteret

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

How much does a dentist cost in Carteret?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Carteret?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$130–$390DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Teeth Cleaning$98–$260DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Emergency Care$130–$650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Root Canal$910–$1,820DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Tooth Extraction$260–$910DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Wisdom Teeth Removal$260–$910DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Dental Implants$1,950–$7,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Invisalign$4,550–$9,750DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Braces$3,900–$9,100DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Dental Crowns$1,040–$2,340DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Dentures$1,300–$3,900DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Veneers$1,170–$3,250DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Teeth Whitening$260–$780DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Dental Bonding$390–$780DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Cosmetic Fillings$390–$780DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Cosmetic Dentistry$650–$6,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Full Restoration$19,500–$65,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey

Emergency and weekend dentists in Carteret

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 Carteret dentists

We scored 9 Carteret clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 duplicate listings). 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 Carteret 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 Carteret: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Carteret?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Carteret, NJ is Carteret Dental (DR Score 67/100). Dr. Jamie Leizer (#2) and Dr. Sukhjender Goraya, MD (#3) follow. We ranked 9 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Carteret are open on Saturday?

4 of 9 Carteret dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are CVS (until 10 PM), Mondovi Dental (until 2 PM) and West Carteret Dental Group (until 1 PM). 1 is 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 Carteret?

No Carteret clinic lists emergency care, but 3 are open after 6 PM, led by CVS (#6) and Mondovi Dental (#7). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Carteret?

A dental cleaning in Carteret typically costs $98–$260 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

How many dentists are there in Carteret?

DentistsRanked lists 9 dental clinics in Carteret, NJ, and 9 are ranked by DR Score. 4 post Saturday hours and 3 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 9 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Carteret

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 9 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.