70/100
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 49 Google reviews, 49 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 49 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
Best Dentists in Darien, CT (2026)
19 clinics ranked by DR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Darien: Darien Pediatric Dentistry, 5.0★ from 49 Google reviews, open Saturdays until 2 PM and 2 of 17 services.
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Best for same-day emergencies: Darien Implant and Oral Surgery Center, emergency care; ranked #2 of 19.
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Best for kids and families: Darien Pediatric Dentistry, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #1 of 19.
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19 Darien clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 2 are open Saturdays, 1 on Sundays and 3 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 1 list emergency care. 16 have a Google rating on file.
Top 10 dentists in Darien at a glance
| Rank | Clinic | DR Score | Rating (reviews) | Evenings / weekends | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Darien Pediatric Dentistry | 70 | 5.0★ (49) | Sat | Overall, Kids |
| 2 | Darien Implant and Oral Surgery Center | 69 | 5.0★ (7) | Evenings | Emergencies, Implants |
| 3 | Dental Specialists of Darien | 68 | 4.9★ (341) | — | — |
| 4 | Lil' Dente Pediatric Dentistry of Darien | 66 | 5.0★ (330) | — | — |
| 5 | Harbor Point Dental at Darien | 66 | 4.8★ (137) | Evenings | — |
| 6 | Darien Family Dental Care | 65 | 5.0★ (235) | — | — |
| 7 | Darien Center For Dentistry - Dr. Colin Pech | 64 | 5.0★ (211) | — | — |
| 8 | Darien Dental Associates | 64 | 4.9★ (217) | — | — |
| 9 | GOMS-Darien Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | 62 | 4.9★ (79) | — | — |
| 10 | Sonick Smiles (former practice of Dr. Mike Murray) | 62 | 5.0★ (90) | — | — |
The 19 best dentists in Darien, ranked
Ordered by DR Score, a 0–100 score from 6 published factors. Scores refresh weekly.
#2 Darien Implant and Oral Surgery Center
722 Post Rd, Darien, CT 06820
69/100Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and recent reviews: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, 7 reviews in the last 12 months.
- 5.0from 7 Google reviews
- Emergency care
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–4 PM · Fri 12 AM–12 AM · Sat–Sun closed
#3 Dental Specialists of Darien
24 Old Kings Hwy S, Darien, CT 06820
68/100Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 341 Google reviews, the most Google reviews in Darien (341).
- 4.9from 341 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#4 Lil' Dente Pediatric Dentistry of Darien
330 Post Rd Ste 110, Darien, CT 06820
66/100Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 330 Google reviews, 330 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 330 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#5 Harbor Point Dental at Darien
330 Boston Post Rd Suite 220, Darien, CT 06820
66/100Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 137 Google reviews, 137 Google reviews.
- 4.8from 137 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon 8 AM–4 PM · Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#6 Darien Family Dental Care
722 Post Rd Unit 301, Darien, CT 06820
65/100Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 235 Google reviews, 235 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 235 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#7 Darien Center For Dentistry - Dr. Colin Pech
36 Old Kings Hwy S #105, Darien, CT 06820
64/100Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 211 Google reviews, 211 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 211 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon closed · Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#8 Darien Dental Associates
106 Noroton Ave #205, Darien, CT 06820
64/100Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 217 Google reviews, 217 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 217 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#9 GOMS-Darien Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
6 Thorndal Cir First Floor, Darien, CT 06820
62/100Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 79 Google reviews, 79 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 79 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#10 Sonick Smiles (former practice of Dr. Mike Murray)
5 Brook St Suite 1D, Darien, CT 06820
62/100Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 90 Google reviews, 90 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 90 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#11 Lehmann Maryann DDS
5 Brook St, Darien, CT 06820
62/100Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, 21 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 21 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon 8:30 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 8:30 AM–6 PM · Thu closed · Fri–Sun 8:30 AM–5 PM
#12 Dental Arts of Darien
800 Post Rd 3rd floor 3rd floor, Darien, CT 06820
60/100Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 195 Google reviews, 195 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 195 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 7 AM–6 PM · Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#13 Darien Orthodontics
24 Old Kings Hwy S, Darien, CT 06820
60/100Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 97 Google reviews, 97 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 97 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#14 Blue Wave Orthodontics: Maro Jr Peter D DDS
777 Post Rd, Darien, CT 06820
55/100Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, 6 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 6 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon 12 PM–8 PM · Tue–Thu 7:45 AM–5:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed
#15 Christine L. Hamilton-Hall, DMD, MD
777 Boston Post Rd #101, Darien, CT 06820
55/100Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 26 Google reviews, 26 Google reviews.
- 4.6from 26 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#16 Essenfeld Eliot DDS
53 Old Kings Hwy N #101, Darien, CT 06820
54/100Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, 8 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 8 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–4 PM · Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#17 Volpe Mia
36 Old Kings Hwy S #105, Darien, CT 06820
15/10015% of factors measuredRanked #17 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
#18 Dr. Ervin Braun, DMD
24 Old Kings Hwy S #1, Darien, CT 06820
11/10015% of factors measuredRanked #18 because of services: 1 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
#19 Ident Dental at Darien
330 Boston Post Rd Ste 210, Darien, CT 06820
7/10030% of factors measuredRanked #19 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
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Best dentists in Darien by need
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Best for emergency in Darien
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Darien Implant and Oral Surgery Center
Highest-ranked of 1 Darien clinic offering emergency or same-day care: #2 overall by DR Score and open evenings until 12 AM, with emergency care.
Best for kids in Darien
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Highest-ranked of 3 Darien clinics offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #1 overall by DR Score and open Saturdays until 2 PM.
Runner-up: Lil' Dente Pediatric Dentistry of Darien (#4 overall)
Best for implants in Darien
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Darien Implant and Oral Surgery Center
Highest-ranked of 7 Darien clinics offering dental implants: oral surgeon on staff, #1 for implants and #2 overall by DR Score.
Runner-up: GOMS-Darien Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (#9 overall)
Best for invisalign & braces in Darien
13
Highest-ranked of 1 Darien clinic offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff and #13 overall by DR Score.
Best for root canal in Darien
18
Highest-ranked of 1 Darien clinic offering root canals: endodontist on staff and #18 overall by DR Score.
Best for cosmetic in Darien
No Darien clinic lists cosmetic dentistry in our data yet.
Best for dentures & seniors in Darien
No Darien clinic lists dentures in our data yet.
Best for budget & insurance in Darien
No Darien clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.
How much does a dentist cost in Darien?
Typical prices before insurance, in USD. Each row names its source.
| Service | Typical price (USD) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| General Dentistry | $130–$390 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut |
| Teeth Cleaning | $98–$260 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut |
| Root Canal | $910–$1,820 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut |
| Tooth Extraction | $260–$910 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut |
| Wisdom Teeth Removal | $260–$910 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut |
| Dental Implants | $1,950–$7,800 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut |
| Invisalign | $4,550–$9,750 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut |
| Braces | $3,900–$9,100 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut |
Emergency and weekend dentists in Darien
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.
- Call (203) 344-0728
Darien Implant and Oral Surgery Center#2
Mon–Wed 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–4 PM · Fri 12 AM–12 AM · Sat–Sun closed
Emergency care · Evenings
- Call (203) 202-7728
Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
Saturday
- Call (203) 350-7195
Harbor Point Dental at Darien#5
Mon 8 AM–4 PM · Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Evenings
- Call (203) 655-0021
Mon 8:30 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 8:30 AM–6 PM · Thu closed · Fri–Sun 8:30 AM–5 PM
Saturday · Sunday
- Call (203) 202-7610
Blue Wave Orthodontics: Maro Jr Peter D DDS#14
Mon 12 PM–8 PM · Tue–Thu 7:45 AM–5:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed
Evenings
How we ranked Darien dentists
We scored 19 Darien 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 Darien 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 Darien: frequently asked questions
Who is the best dentist in Darien?
By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Darien, CT is Darien Pediatric Dentistry (DR Score 70/100). It has a 5.0★ rating from 49 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 2 PM. Darien Implant and Oral Surgery Center (#2) and Dental Specialists of Darien (#3) follow. We ranked 19 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.
Which dentists in Darien are open on Saturday?
2 of 19 Darien dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Darien Pediatric Dentistry (until 2 PM) and Lehmann Maryann DDS (until 5 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 Darien?
1 Darien clinic lists emergency or same-day dental care. The highest-ranked is Darien Implant and Oral Surgery Center (#2). 3 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 Darien?
A dental cleaning in Darien typically costs $98–$260 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut. 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 Darien?
Darien Pediatric Dentistry is the highest-ranked Darien clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #1 of 19 by DR Score. It is open Saturdays until 2 PM. 3 Darien clinics have a pediatric dentist in our data.
How many dentists are there in Darien?
DentistsRanked lists 19 dental clinics in Darien, CT, and 19 are ranked by DR Score. 2 post Saturday hours and 3 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 10 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.
Update log for Darien
- : DR Scores recalculated for 19 clinics.
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- Cost of wisdom teeth removal in Darien
- Cost of dental implants in Darien
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