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Best Dentists in Closter, NJ (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Closter: Smile Orthodontists: Dr. Tanya Vaysman, 5.0★ from 478 Google reviews, open 7 days until 7:30 PM and 2 of 17 services.

  2. 14

    Best for same-day emergencies: Northern Valley Aesthetic Dentistry, emergency and same-day care; ranked #14 of 15.

  3. 3

    Best for kids and families: Mark L. Danbe D.M.D., PA, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #3 of 15.

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    Best for evenings and weekends: Smile Orthodontists: Dr. Tanya Vaysman, open 7 days until 7:30 PM; ranked #1 of 15.

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15 Closter clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 9 are open Saturdays, 2 on Sundays and 6 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 1 list emergency care. 13 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Closter at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Closter at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1Smile Orthodontists: Dr. Tanya Vaysman735.0★ (478)Evenings · Sat · SunOverall, Evenings & weekends
2Birch Dental Studio735.0★ (92)Sat · SunImplants
3Mark L. Danbe D.M.D., PA675.0★ (199)Evenings · SatKids, Root canal
4Glow Dental655.0★ (138)SatCosmetic
5Bergen Orthodontics635.0★ (815)——
6Smilee Pediatric Dentistry635.0★ (121)Sat—
7Smile Story Orthodontics635.0★ (67)Sat—
8Frank P. Scartozzi DDS FASDC615.0★ (29)Evenings · Sat—
9Shyong Family Dental Group613.8★ (17)Evenings · Sat—
10ABC Pediatric Dental Care595.0★ (44)Evenings—

The 15 best dentists in Closter, ranked

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

  1. #14 Northern Valley Aesthetic Dentistry

    500 Piermont Rd #201,07624

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open 4 days a week, with emergency care.

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

    • Speaks English
    • Accepts Medicaid
    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–1:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Northern Valley Aesthetic Dentistry is a trusted dentist in Closter, NJ, providing comprehensive dental care for patients of all ages in Closter and surrounding Bergen County communities. Conveniently located at 500 Piermont Rd #201, Closter, NJ 07624, our experienced team is committed to helping patients achieve healthy, beautiful smiles through personalized treatment and advanced dental technology.

    From Northern Valley Aesthetic Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #15 Bergen Healthcare Llc

    539 Durie Ave, Closter, NJ 07624, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 9:30 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Best dentists in Closter by need

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

Best for emergency in Closter

14

Northern Valley Aesthetic Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 1 Closter clinic offering emergency or same-day care: #2 for emergency care, #14 overall by DR Score and open 4 days a week, with emergency care.

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Best for kids in Closter

3

Mark L. Danbe D.M.D., PA

Highest-ranked of 4 Closter clinics offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #3 overall by DR Score and open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM.

Runner-up: Bergen Orthodontics (#5 overall)

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Best for implants in Closter

2

Birch Dental Studio

Highest-ranked of 4 Closter clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Prosmiles General & Cosmetic Dentistry (#13 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Closter

1

Smile Orthodontists: Dr. Tanya Vaysman

Highest-ranked of 6 Closter clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Smile Story Orthodontics (#7 overall)

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Best for root canal in Closter

3

Mark L. Danbe D.M.D., PA

Highest-ranked of 3 Closter clinics offering root canals: endodontist on staff, #1 for root canal and #3 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Northern Valley Aesthetic Dentistry (#14 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Closter

4

Glow Dental

Highest-ranked of 3 Closter clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #4 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Northern Valley Aesthetic Dentistry (#14 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Closter

14

Northern Valley Aesthetic Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 2 Closter clinics offering dentures: #14 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Bergen Healthcare Llc (#15 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Closter

14

Northern Valley Aesthetic Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 1 Closter clinic offering Medicaid or insurance: #14 overall by DR Score and lists Medicaid.

How much does a dentist cost in Closter?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Closter?
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 Closter

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 Closter dentists

We scored 15 Closter 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 Closter 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 Closter: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Closter?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Closter, NJ is Smile Orthodontists: Dr. Tanya Vaysman (DR Score 73/100). It has a 5.0★ rating from 478 Google reviews. It is open 7 days until 7:30 PM. Birch Dental Studio (#2) and Mark L. Danbe D.M.D., PA (#3) follow. We ranked 15 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Closter are open on Saturday?

9 of 15 Closter dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Smile Orthodontists: Dr. Tanya Vaysman (until 1 PM), Birch Dental Studio (until 2 PM) and Mark L. Danbe D.M.D., PA (until 2 PM). 2 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 Closter?

1 Closter clinic lists emergency or same-day dental care. The highest-ranked is Northern Valley Aesthetic Dentistry (#14). 6 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 Closter?

A dental cleaning in Closter 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.

Which Closter dentists accept Medicaid?

1 Closter clinic says it accepts Medicaid. It is Northern Valley Aesthetic Dentistry (#14). 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 Closter?

Mark L. Danbe D.M.D., PA is the highest-ranked Closter clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #3 of 15 by DR Score. It is open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM. 4 Closter clinics have a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in Closter?

DentistsRanked lists 15 dental clinics in Closter, NJ, and 15 are ranked by DR Score. 9 post Saturday hours and 6 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 7 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Closter

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 15 clinics.