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Best Dentists in Fort Washington, MD (2026)

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    Best overall in Fort Washington: CareSmiles Dental, 4.9★ from 81 Google reviews, open evenings until 8 PM and 1 of 17 services.

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33 Fort Washington clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 2 are open Saturdays and 4 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 1 has a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Fort Washington at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Fort Washington at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1CareSmiles Dental744.9★ (81)EveningsOverall, Implants
2Dr. Lulu G. Hester Alexander, DDS73——Invisalign & braces, Root canal
3Dr. Pamela V. Hymes, DDS73———
4Sundental73———
5Allen Donald DDS67———
6Andrews Valerie DDS67———
7Brown Edward C DDS67———
8Dentists in Fort Washington, MD67———
9Di Lorenzo & Hrechka: Di Lorenzo Henry DDS67———
10Dr. Eileen K. Barfuss, DDS67———

The 33 best dentists in Fort Washington, ranked

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

  1. Ranked #1 in Fort Washington

    #1 CareSmiles Dental

    12786 Old Fort Rd, Fort Washington, MD 20744

    74/100

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 81 Google reviews, the most Google reviews in Fort Washington (81).

    • 4.9from 81 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 1 PM–8 PM · Wed 12 PM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–4 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    Implants

    Book appointment at CareSmiles DentalFull profile(301) 235-2078

  19. #19 Tender Dental Care

    10903 Piscataway Rd Ste. 202, Fort Washington, MD 20744

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 2 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Tender Dental CareFull profile(301) 203-3944

  20. #20 Swan Creek Dental Care

    924 Swan Creek Rd E, Fort Washington, MD 20744, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 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 11 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Swan Creek Dental CareFull profile(301) 203-0042
    In their words

    At Swan Creek Dental Care dentist office in Fort Washington MD, your smile is our top priority. Dr. Sanjiv Bhatia with the entire team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle care that you deserve. Part of our commitment to serving our patients includes providing information that helps them to make more informed decisions about their oral health needs.

    From Swan Creek Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Michael Family Dental

    9400 Livingston Rd #110, Fort Washington, MD 20744, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 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–Wed 7 AM–7 PM · Thu–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Michael Family DentalFull profile(301) 265-1650

  22. #22 All Smiles Dental Care

    12803 Old Fort Rd, Fort Washington, MD 20744

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 2 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue closed · Wed 8:30 AM–3 PM · Thu–Fri closed · Sat 9:30 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at All Smiles Dental CareFull profile(240) 253-1965
    In their words

    A family friendly primary care dental office where hundreds of patients in the DC Metro area have been treated with care and given useful guidance on their oral health. Accepts patients with Medicare/Medicaid and most PPO dental insurance plans. Patients without insurance may also be treated at an affordable price. A great smile awaits!

    From All Smiles Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Gross Eric DDS

    12786 Old Fort Rd, Fort Washington, MD 20744

    43/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5 PM · Tue 1 PM–8 PM · Wed 12 PM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–4 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Gross Eric DDSFull profile(301) 292-0900

  24. #24 Charniece N. Whitaker, DDS

    10903 Indian Head Hwy Ste. 202, Fort Washington, MD 20744

    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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Charniece N. Whitaker, DDSFull profile(301) 203-3944
    In their words

    As trained medical professionals, our dedication to maintaining a safe environment through rigorous infection control procedures is at our core. We know that moving forward our commitment to your safety will be even more important. While continuing to meet traditional CDC and OSHA requirements, we are adopting some new, additional protocols. For example, we might wear additional PPE, request you wear a mask to your appointment, or take your temperature upon arrival.

    From Charniece N. Whitaker, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 33 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #33, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Fort Washington Oral Surgery37
27Bhullar Rajinder DDS37
28James E Sullivan DDS37
29Children's Dental Carousel37
30Champion Smiles Fort Washington37
31Dr Pat Palumbo33
32John L Watstein DDS33
33Moradi N DDS28

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Best dentists in Fort Washington by need

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Best for emergency in Fort Washington

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

Best for kids in Fort Washington

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

Best for implants in Fort Washington

1

CareSmiles Dental

Highest-ranked of 33 Fort Washington clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Lulu G. Hester Alexander, DDS (#2 overall)

Dental Implants in Fort Washington →

Best for invisalign & braces in Fort Washington

2

Dr. Lulu G. Hester Alexander, DDS

Highest-ranked of 31 Fort Washington clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Pamela V. Hymes, DDS (#3 overall)

Invisalign in Fort Washington →

Best for root canal in Fort Washington

2

Dr. Lulu G. Hester Alexander, DDS

Highest-ranked of 31 Fort Washington clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Pamela V. Hymes, DDS (#3 overall)

Root Canal in Fort Washington →

Best for cosmetic in Fort Washington

2

Dr. Lulu G. Hester Alexander, DDS

Highest-ranked of 32 Fort Washington clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Pamela V. Hymes, DDS (#3 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Fort Washington →

Best for dentures & seniors in Fort Washington

2

Dr. Lulu G. Hester Alexander, DDS

Highest-ranked of 31 Fort Washington clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Pamela V. Hymes, DDS (#3 overall)

Dentures in Fort Washington →

Best for budget & insurance in Fort Washington

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

How much does a dentist cost in Fort Washington?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Fort Washington?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$120–$360DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Teeth Cleaning$90–$240DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Emergency Care$120–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Root Canal$840–$1,680DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Tooth Extraction$240–$840DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Wisdom Teeth Removal$240–$840DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Dental Implants$1,800–$7,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Invisalign$4,200–$9,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Braces$3,600–$8,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Dental Crowns$960–$2,160DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Dentures$1,200–$3,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Veneers$1,080–$3,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Teeth Whitening$240–$720DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Dental Bonding$360–$720DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Cosmetic Fillings$360–$720DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Cosmetic Dentistry$600–$6,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Full Restoration$18,000–$60,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland

Emergency and weekend dentists in Fort Washington

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 Washington dentists

We scored 33 Fort Washington clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 32 were excluded (32 duplicate listings). 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 Washington 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 Fort Washington: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Fort Washington?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Fort Washington, MD is CareSmiles Dental (DR Score 74/100). It has a 4.9★ rating from 81 Google reviews. It is open evenings until 8 PM. Dr. Lulu G. Hester Alexander, DDS (#2) and Dr. Pamela V. Hymes, DDS (#3) follow. We ranked 33 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Fort Washington are open on Saturday?

2 of 33 Fort Washington dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Tender Dental Care (until 2 PM) and All Smiles Dental Care (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 Fort Washington?

No Fort Washington clinic lists emergency care, but 4 are open after 6 PM, led by CareSmiles Dental (#1) and Swan Creek Dental Care (#20). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Fort Washington?

A dental cleaning in Fort Washington typically costs $90–$240 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland. 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 Washington?

DentistsRanked lists 33 dental clinics in Fort Washington, MD, and 33 are ranked by DR Score. 2 post Saturday hours and 4 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is dental implants, at 33 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Fort Washington

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 33 clinics.
  2. : 32 duplicate listings merged.

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