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Best Dentists in Fort Payne, AL (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Fort Payne: Fortner Phillip L DMD, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 19

    Best for evenings and weekends: Fort Payne Parks & Recreation, open 7 days until 9 PM; ranked #19 of 40.

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40 Fort Payne clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 4 are open Saturdays, 4 on Sundays and 3 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 Fort Payne at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Fort Payne at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreBest for
1Fortner Phillip L DMD73Overall, Implants
2Wael Al-Halaseh, MD73—
3City of Fort Payne67—
4Dekalb County Detention Center67—
5Dr. Aimee Skelton67—
6Dr. Ashley Cole67—
7Dr. Bart M. Bailey, MD67—
8Dr. Robert W. Theakston, MD67—
9Dr. Wael Al-Halaseh67—
10Jena Baugh67—

The 40 best dentists in Fort Payne, ranked

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

  1. Ranked #1 in Fort Payne

    #1 Fortner Phillip L DMD

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 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

    Book appointment at Fortner Phillip L DMDFull profile
    In their words

    General and Cosmetic Dentistry "A Beautiful Smile Begins with a Healthy Mouth" We are providers for BCBS of AL, and Delta Dental Premier. We file most insurances. We do not accept Medicaid. Our goal is to provide excellent service to our patients and to educate them on their current oral health status and how they can better their future oral health through prevention, treatment and maintenance.

    From Fortner Phillip L DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Doctors MedCare of Fort Payne PC

    1040 Glenn Blvd SW, Fort Payne, AL 35967, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open 7 days a week.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–5:30 PM · Sun 8 AM–3:30 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Doctors MedCare of Fort Payne PCFull profile(256) 418-8001
    In their words

    Our offices are full-service medical facilities with a reputation for quality care. Specializing in immediate and family medicine. Doctors MedCare offers a plethora of services to northeast Alabama and the surrounding areas. From pediatric to geriatric care, physical exams to minor surgical procedures, we're her to help. Each member of our practice is dedicated to providing the most compassionate and innovative care available. Our staff is committed to your healthcare needs.…

    From Doctors MedCare of Fort Payne PC's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 John H. Brickley, DC

    1215 Forest Ave NW, Fort Payne, AL 35967

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Sundays until 5 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sat closed · Sun 10 AM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at John H. Brickley, DCFull profile(256) 845-4478

  23. #23 Fort Payne Pediatrics

    1359 Old Water Works Rd SW, Fort Payne, AL 35968, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 because of access and services: open evenings until 8 PM and Saturdays until 4 PM, 7 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryEmergency careImplantsCrownsBondingCosmeticFull restoration

    Book appointment at Fort Payne PediatricsFull profile(256) 997-5900

  24. #24 Fort Payne Urgent Care

    2605 Gault Ave N Ste 200, Fort Payne, AL 35967

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Fort Payne Urgent CareFull profile(256) 979-1990
    In their words

    Fort Payne Urgent Care Clinic is open 5 days a week and maintains a team of licensed medical professionals, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners who are highly trained and skilled to treat children and adults for a multitude of injuries and diseases.

    From Fort Payne Urgent Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 40 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #40, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Skelton Family Dentistry37
27Wilson & Fiquett DMD, PC37
28Dr. Jeffrey Cole37
29Jason Ham, MD37
30Robert O. Boatwright, M.D.37
31Dr. Randy Weldon, DMD37
32Vizzinia Anthony M DMD37
33Dr Stephen Brewer37
34Dr. Frine Roca37
35Carter Family Dentistry, LLC34
36Affordable Dentures & Implants33
37Clinical Urology Associates33
38Dr. James B. Roebuck, DMD33
39Dekalb Interfaith Med Clinic28
40DR DALE STIERWALT - MD28

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Best dentists in Fort Payne by need

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

Best for emergency in Fort Payne

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

Best for kids in Fort Payne

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

Best for implants in Fort Payne

1

Fortner Phillip L DMD

Highest-ranked of 40 Fort Payne clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Wael Al-Halaseh, MD (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Fort Payne

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Fortner Phillip L DMD

Highest-ranked of 36 Fort Payne clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Wael Al-Halaseh, MD (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in Fort Payne

1

Fortner Phillip L DMD

Highest-ranked of 36 Fort Payne clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Wael Al-Halaseh, MD (#2 overall)

Root Canal in Fort Payne →

Best for cosmetic in Fort Payne

1

Fortner Phillip L DMD

Highest-ranked of 40 Fort Payne clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Wael Al-Halaseh, MD (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Fort Payne →

Best for dentures & seniors in Fort Payne

1

Fortner Phillip L DMD

Highest-ranked of 36 Fort Payne clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Wael Al-Halaseh, MD (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Fort Payne

No Fort Payne clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in Fort Payne?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Fort Payne?
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 Fort Payne

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 Fort Payne dentists

We scored 40 Fort Payne 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 Fort Payne 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 Fort Payne: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Fort Payne?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Fort Payne, AL is Fortner Phillip L DMD (DR Score 73/100). Wael Al-Halaseh, MD (#2) and City of Fort Payne (#3) follow. We ranked 40 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Fort Payne are open on Saturday?

4 of 40 Fort Payne dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Fort Payne Parks & Recreation (until 9 PM), Walmart Pharmacy (until 7 PM) and Doctors MedCare of Fort Payne PC (until 5:30 PM). 4 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 Fort Payne?

No Fort Payne clinic lists emergency care, but 3 are open after 6 PM, led by Fort Payne Parks & Recreation (#19) and Walmart Pharmacy (#20). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Fort Payne?

A dental cleaning in Fort Payne 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 Fort Payne?

DentistsRanked lists 40 dental clinics in Fort Payne, AL, and 40 are ranked by DR Score. 4 post Saturday hours and 3 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 40 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Fort Payne

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 40 clinics.

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