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Best Dentists in Dunellen, NJ (2026)

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  1. 1

    Best overall in Dunellen: MB Dental Care, 4.9★ from 65 Google reviews, open 5 days a week and 2 of 17 services.

  2. 5

    Best for evenings and weekends: Distinctive Dentistry: Carolyn Sheenan DMD, CAGS, open evenings until 8 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM; ranked #5 of 5.

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5 Dunellen clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 3 are open Saturdays and 2 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 5 have a Google rating on file.

Top 5 dentists in Dunellen at a glance

Top 5 dentists in Dunellen at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1MB Dental Care694.9★ (65)—Overall
2Gentle Family Dentistry of Dunellen: Saima Mian D.M.D.684.8★ (132)Sat—
3Sarah Kazi, DDS - Care Medical & Dental Group654.8★ (93)Evenings—
4Tri-County Dental Care624.5★ (99)SatImplants
5Distinctive Dentistry: Carolyn Sheenan DMD, CAGS575.0★ (5)Evenings · SatEvenings & weekends

The 5 best dentists in Dunellen, ranked

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

  2. #2 Gentle Family Dentistry of Dunellen: Saima Mian D.M.D.

    220 N Washington Ave, Dunellen, NJ 08812

    68/100

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 132 Google reviews, the most Google reviews in Dunellen (132).

    • 4.8from 132 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–5 PM · Tue 10 AM–5:30 PM · Wed–Thu 10 AM–5 PM · Fri 9:30 AM–3 PM · Sat 9:30 AM–2:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaning

    Book appointment at Gentle Family Dentistry of Dunellen: Saima Mian D.M.D.Full profile(732) 624-9500

  5. #5 Distinctive Dentistry: Carolyn Sheenan DMD, CAGS

    239 Dunellen Ave, Dunellen, NJ 08812

    57/100

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and access: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, open evenings until 8 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM.

    • 5.0from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 7:30 AM–5 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–8 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–6 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaning

    Book appointment at Distinctive Dentistry: Carolyn Sheenan DMD, CAGSFull profile(732) 424-1111

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Best dentists in Dunellen by need

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

Best for emergency in Dunellen

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

Best for kids in Dunellen

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

Best for implants in Dunellen

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Tri-County Dental Care

Highest-ranked of 1 Dunellen clinic offering dental implants: oral surgeon on staff and #4 overall by DR Score.

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Best for invisalign & braces in Dunellen

No Dunellen clinic lists Invisalign or braces in our data yet.

Best for root canal in Dunellen

No Dunellen clinic lists root canals in our data yet.

Best for cosmetic in Dunellen

No Dunellen clinic lists cosmetic dentistry in our data yet.

Best for dentures & seniors in Dunellen

No Dunellen clinic lists dentures in our data yet.

Best for budget & insurance in Dunellen

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

How much does a dentist cost in Dunellen?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Dunellen?
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
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

Emergency and weekend dentists in Dunellen

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 Dunellen dentists

We scored 5 Dunellen 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 Dunellen 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 Dunellen: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Dunellen?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Dunellen, NJ is MB Dental Care (DR Score 69/100). It has a 4.9★ rating from 65 Google reviews. It is open 5 days a week. Gentle Family Dentistry of Dunellen: Saima Mian D.M.D. (#2) and Sarah Kazi, DDS - Care Medical & Dental Group (#3) follow. We ranked 5 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Dunellen are open on Saturday?

3 of 5 Dunellen dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Gentle Family Dentistry of Dunellen: Saima Mian D.M.D. (until 2:30 PM), Tri-County Dental Care (until 1 PM) and Distinctive Dentistry: Carolyn Sheenan DMD, CAGS (until 2 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 Dunellen?

No Dunellen clinic lists emergency care, but 2 are open after 6 PM, led by Sarah Kazi, DDS - Care Medical & Dental Group (#3) and Distinctive Dentistry: Carolyn Sheenan DMD, CAGS (#5). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Dunellen?

A dental cleaning in Dunellen 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 Dunellen?

DentistsRanked lists 5 dental clinics in Dunellen, NJ, and 5 are ranked by DR Score. 3 post Saturday hours and 2 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 4 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Dunellen

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 5 clinics.

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