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Best Dentists in Central Islip, NY (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Central Islip: Dr. Sheldon E. Winik, DMD, 5.0★ from 2 Google reviews and 2 of 17 services.

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    Best for evenings and weekends: Oasis Dental, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 3 PM; ranked #3 of 8.

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8 Central Islip clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 2 are open Saturdays and 2 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 1 has a Google rating on file.

Top 8 dentists in Central Islip at a glance

Top 8 dentists in Central Islip at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1Dr. Sheldon E. Winik, DMD795.0★ (2)—Overall
2Pavanjit S. Chhabra, DDS73——Implants, Invisalign & braces
3Oasis Dental53—Evenings · SatEvenings & weekends
4Carleton Avenue Family Dental47—Sat—
5Healthy IT, Inc.47—Evenings—
6Long Island Select Healthcare Inc.37———
7Dr. Jeffrey Palmer8———
8Premiora Dental Care Islip8———

The 8 best dentists in Central Islip, ranked

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

  1. #3 Oasis Dental

    70-A Carleton Ave, Central Islip, NY 11722

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 3 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–5 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 10 AM–3 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #4 Carleton Avenue Family Dental

    109 Carleton Ave, Central Islip, NY 11722, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 6 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Carleton Avenue Family Dental is committed to helping you achieve and maintain the healthy, beautiful smile you want. We will work to ensure that each and every visit is a pleasant experience. At Carleton Avenue Family Dental, our philosophy is to provide outstanding patient satisfaction while maintaining quality dental care at affordable prices. Contact us today for more information!

    From Carleton Avenue Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #5 Healthy IT, Inc.

    320 Carleton Ave Suite 1700, Central Islip, NY 11722, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 6:30 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 9:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Comprehensive Managed IT Services for Long Island and Metro NY Businesses Specializing in Health Care and Dental Practices, Law Firms, and Small- to Medium-Sized Businesses. Healthy IT can help you work smarter, deliver better services, and stay compliant with industry regulations while also saving you money. In business for over 25 years, Healthy IT has extensive knowledge to help your business prosper with the technology that fits your needs.

    From Healthy IT, Inc.'s own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Best dentists in Central Islip by need

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

Best for emergency in Central Islip

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

Best for kids in Central Islip

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

Best for implants in Central Islip

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Pavanjit S. Chhabra, DDS

Highest-ranked of 5 Central Islip clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Oasis Dental (#3 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Central Islip

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Pavanjit S. Chhabra, DDS

Highest-ranked of 5 Central Islip clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Oasis Dental (#3 overall)

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Best for root canal in Central Islip

2

Pavanjit S. Chhabra, DDS

Highest-ranked of 5 Central Islip clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Oasis Dental (#3 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Central Islip

2

Pavanjit S. Chhabra, DDS

Highest-ranked of 5 Central Islip clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Oasis Dental (#3 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Central Islip

2

Pavanjit S. Chhabra, DDS

Highest-ranked of 5 Central Islip clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Oasis Dental (#3 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Central Islip

No Central Islip clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in Central Islip?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Central Islip?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$145–$435DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Teeth Cleaning$109–$290DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Emergency Care$145–$725DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Root Canal$1,015–$2,030DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Tooth Extraction$290–$1,015DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Wisdom Teeth Removal$290–$1,015DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Dental Implants$2,175–$8,700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Invisalign$5,075–$10,875DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Braces$4,350–$10,150DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Dental Crowns$1,160–$2,610DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Dentures$1,450–$4,350DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Veneers$1,305–$3,625DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Teeth Whitening$290–$870DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Dental Bonding$435–$870DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Cosmetic Fillings$435–$870DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Cosmetic Dentistry$725–$7,250DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York
Full Restoration$21,750–$72,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York

Emergency and weekend dentists in Central Islip

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 Central Islip dentists

We scored 8 Central Islip 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.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Central Islip 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 Central Islip: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Central Islip?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Central Islip, NY is Dr. Sheldon E. Winik, DMD (DR Score 79/100). It has a 5.0★ rating from 2 Google reviews. Pavanjit S. Chhabra, DDS (#2) and Oasis Dental (#3) follow. We ranked 8 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Central Islip are open on Saturday?

2 of 8 Central Islip dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Oasis Dental (until 3 PM) and Carleton Avenue Family Dental (until 6 PM). None of the listed clinics post Sunday hours. Hours come from each clinic's listing as of October 2026, so call ahead on holidays.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Central Islip?

No Central Islip clinic lists emergency care, but 2 are open after 6 PM, led by Oasis Dental (#3) and Healthy IT, Inc. (#5). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Central Islip?

A dental cleaning in Central Islip typically costs $109–$290 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

How many dentists are there in Central Islip?

DentistsRanked lists 8 dental clinics in Central Islip, NY, and 8 are ranked by DR Score. 2 post Saturday hours and 2 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 8 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Central Islip

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 8 clinics.

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