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Best Dentists in East Lyme, CT (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in East Lyme: East Lyme Family & Cosmetic Dentistry​, DR Score 47/100, open evenings until 7 PM and 17 of 17 services.

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3 East Lyme clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 3 dentists in East Lyme at a glance

Top 3 dentists in East Lyme at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekendsBest for
1East Lyme Family & Cosmetic Dentistry​47EveningsOverall, Implants
2Cove Dental37——
3Daren Dental37——

The 3 best dentists in East Lyme, ranked

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

Scores below: based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. Ranked #1 in East Lyme

    #1 East Lyme Family & Cosmetic Dentistry​

    15 Church Ln, East Lyme, CT 06333

    47/100

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–4 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at East Lyme Family & Cosmetic Dentistry​Full profile(860) 739-3447
    In their words

    Dr. Joseph Polumbo, Dr. Sami Yousuf, and Dr. Michael LaGuardia of East Lyme Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in East Lyme, CT, provide comprehensive dental care for all ages. At East Lyme Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, we believe a healthy mouth and a beautiful smile can lead to a happier life. Dr. Joseph Polumbo, Dr. Sami Yousuf, and Dr. Michael LaGuardia's services include full-family dental care, cosmetic dentistry, professional and effective teeth whitening, digital X-rays,…

    From East Lyme Family & Cosmetic Dentistry​'s own description. Not part of the ranking.

  2. #2 Cove Dental

    319 Flanders Rd, East Lyme, CT 06333

    37/100

    Ranked #2 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Cove DentalFull profile(860) 739-6915
    In their words

    At Cove Dental, in East Lyme, CT, we offer a wide variety of services in one place for your convenience, with minimal fuss. As a family oriented practice, we know daily life can be a mixture of wonderful and complicated all at the same time. That’s why, every step of the way, we cater to your needs, not our own.

    From Cove Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Best dentists in East Lyme by need

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Best for emergency in East Lyme

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

Best for kids in East Lyme

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

Best for implants in East Lyme

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East Lyme Family & Cosmetic Dentistry​

Highest-ranked of 3 East Lyme clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Cove Dental (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in East Lyme

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East Lyme Family & Cosmetic Dentistry​

Highest-ranked of 3 East Lyme clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Cove Dental (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in East Lyme

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East Lyme Family & Cosmetic Dentistry​

Highest-ranked of 3 East Lyme clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Cove Dental (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in East Lyme

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East Lyme Family & Cosmetic Dentistry​

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

Runner-up: Cove Dental (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in East Lyme

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East Lyme Family & Cosmetic Dentistry​

Highest-ranked of 3 East Lyme clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Cove Dental (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in East Lyme

No East Lyme clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in East Lyme?

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

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

Emergency and weekend dentists in East Lyme

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 East Lyme dentists

We scored 3 East Lyme clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 East Lyme 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 East Lyme: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in East Lyme?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in East Lyme, CT is East Lyme Family & Cosmetic Dentistry​ (DR Score 47/100). It is open evenings until 7 PM. Cove Dental (#2) and Daren Dental (#3) follow. We ranked 3 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in East Lyme?

No East Lyme clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by East Lyme Family & Cosmetic Dentistry​ (#1). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in East Lyme?

A dental cleaning in East Lyme 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.

How many dentists are there in East Lyme?

DentistsRanked lists 3 dental clinics in East Lyme, CT, and 3 are ranked by DR Score. 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 3 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for East Lyme

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 3 clinics.

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