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Best Dentists in Florence, AL (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Florence: Jones Lisa, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

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46 Florence 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 10 dentists in Florence at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Florence at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreBest for
1Jones Lisa73Overall, Implants
2McLeary Dental Associates73—
3Shoals Community Clinic73—
4A & M Dental Inc67—
5Degroote Dental Care67—
6Dr. Burton H. Mcgee, DDS67—
7Dr. C. Brock Livingston DDS67—
8Dr. Carson Cruise67—
9Dr. Christopher Livingston67—
10Dr. Gilbert B. Plott III, DMD67—

The 46 best dentists in Florence, ranked

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

  2. #2 McLeary Dental Associates

    73/10015% of factors measured

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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    In their words

    Michael D. McLeary, DDS and our team strive to provide the finest in dental care to the Florence, Sheffield, Muscle Shoals, and Tuscumbia, AL areas. We are a family-friendly practice, and we invite patients of all ages to come experience the dental excellence that has kept us an active part of our community since 1997. We work hard to educate our patients on the importance of dental health while at the same time developing lasting relationships that keeps everyone smiling!

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

  3. #3 Shoals Community Clinic

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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    In their words

    The Shoals Community Clinic is a non-profit organization that provides primary health and dental care to the people of the Shoals area who do not have health benefits. Our goal is to provide quality, safe and affordable care to members of our community. We offer a variety of projects through our programs which include: Wellness Clinic, Health Clinic, and Dental Clinic.

    From Shoals Community Clinic's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Coker Cosmetic & Family Dentistry

    1845 Darby Dr, Florence, AL 35630

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 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 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Coker Cosmetic & Family DentistryFull profile(256) 719-0976

All 46 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #46, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26William McClanahan DMD37
27Dr. Whitney Flippo37
28Florence Family Dental37
29Johnson Mahan Dental Care37
30Pediatric Dentistry of Florence37
31Robin E. Lents, D.D.S37
32Signature Smile37
33Griffin Family Dentistry37
34Robert Y. Griffin III, DMD, PC37
35Wear Smiles37
36Wilson Dental - Dr. Patrick Wilson37
37Matthew N. Wilbanks, D.M.D., P.C.37
38John M. Lane, DMD37
39Family Health Care Clinic Inc33
40Stoddard Jamie DDS33
41Coston Mahan Laura DDS33
42Morris D Lee MD33
43Embry Robert DDS33
44Singing River Dentistry33
45Dr. Bradley D. Degroote, DDS28
46John P. Waddell, DMD, PC14

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Best dentists in Florence by need

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Best for emergency in Florence

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

Best for kids in Florence

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

Best for implants in Florence

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Jones Lisa

Highest-ranked of 46 Florence clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: McLeary Dental Associates (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Florence

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Jones Lisa

Highest-ranked of 44 Florence clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: McLeary Dental Associates (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in Florence

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Jones Lisa

Highest-ranked of 44 Florence clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: McLeary Dental Associates (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Florence

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Jones Lisa

Highest-ranked of 46 Florence clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: McLeary Dental Associates (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Florence

1

Jones Lisa

Highest-ranked of 44 Florence clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: McLeary Dental Associates (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Florence

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

How much does a dentist cost in Florence?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Florence?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$92–$276DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Teeth Cleaning$69–$184DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Emergency Care$92–$460DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Root Canal$644–$1,288DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Tooth Extraction$184–$644DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Wisdom Teeth Removal$184–$644DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Dental Implants$1,380–$5,520DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Invisalign$3,220–$6,900DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Braces$2,760–$6,440DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Dental Crowns$736–$1,656DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Dentures$920–$2,760DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Veneers$828–$2,300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Teeth Whitening$184–$552DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Dental Bonding$276–$552DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Cosmetic Fillings$276–$552DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Cosmetic Dentistry$460–$4,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Full Restoration$13,800–$46,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama

Emergency and weekend dentists in Florence

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 Florence dentists

We scored 46 Florence clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 duplicate listings). 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 Florence 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 Florence: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Florence?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Florence, AL is Jones Lisa (DR Score 73/100). McLeary Dental Associates (#2) and Shoals Community Clinic (#3) follow. We ranked 46 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Florence?

No Florence clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by Coker Cosmetic & Family Dentistry (#23). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Florence?

A dental cleaning in Florence typically costs $69–$184 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

How many dentists are there in Florence?

DentistsRanked lists 46 dental clinics in Florence, AL, and 46 are ranked by DR Score. 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 46 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Florence

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 46 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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