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Best overall in Hunt Valley: Melissa Lin DDS, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.
Best for kids and families: Vail Dental Associates of Hunt Valley, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #3 of 6.
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6 Hunt Valley clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 2 have a Google rating on file.
| Rank | Clinic | DR Score | Rating (reviews) | Evenings / weekends | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Melissa Lin DDS | 73 | — | — | Overall, Implants |
| 2 | Orthoroks Orthodontics | 65 | 5.0★ (318) | — | Invisalign & braces |
| 3 | Vail Dental Associates of Hunt Valley | 61 | 4.8★ (261) | — | Kids |
| 4 | Nathanson Dental | 47 | — | Evenings | — |
| 5 | Ava Parakhoodi DMD- Maryland Elite Dentistry | 37 | — | — | — |
| 6 | Hunt Valley Dental | 37 | — | — | — |
Ordered by DR Score, a 0–100 score from 6 published factors. Scores refresh weekly.
Ranked #1 in Hunt Valley
9 Schilling Rd Suite 105, Hunt Valley, MD 21031, United States
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
100 Shawan Rd Suite E, Hunt Valley, MD 21030
Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 318 Google reviews, the most Google reviews in Hunt Valley (318).
5 Shawan Rd Suite 2, Hunt Valley, MD 21030
Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 261 Google reviews, 261 Google reviews.
5 Shawan Rd Suite 2, Hunt Valley, MD 21030, United States
Ranked #4 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7:30 PM.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
Your healthiest, most beautiful smiles start with Dr. Joel Nathanson and our team understanding your desires. By truly listening to your goals and concerns, and partnering with you to decide on a care approach that works with your life, we deliver results that keep you smiling! Our upscale, comfort-focused Hunt Valley, MD dental office serves Cockeysville, Timonium, and surrounding communities. Contact us to learn more and schedule a complimentary consultation. Dr. Nathanson…
From Nathanson Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.224 Schilling Cir # 272, Hunt Valley, MD 21031
Ranked #5 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
11321-A York Rd, Hunt Valley, MD 21030
Ranked #6 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
If you want to get dental restorations performed quickly and effectively, contact Dr. Rhodes at Hunt Valley Dental today to book a consultation appointment and learn more about the advantages of crowns and on lays constructed using the cutting-edge CEREC method. Sedation Dentistry, Sleep Medicine, Suresmile Orthodontic Aligners, Crowns in a Day, Teeth Whitening, and Implants are among the popular services provided by Hunt Valley, MD Dental.
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No Hunt Valley clinic lists emergency or same-day care in our data yet.
Vail Dental Associates of Hunt Valley
Highest-ranked of 1 Hunt Valley clinic offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #3 overall by DR Score and open 4 days a week.
Highest-ranked of 5 Hunt Valley clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.
Runner-up: Vail Dental Associates of Hunt Valley (#3 overall)
Highest-ranked of 5 Hunt Valley clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #1 for invisalign and #2 overall by DR Score.
Runner-up: Melissa Lin DDS (#1 overall)
Highest-ranked of 4 Hunt Valley clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.
Runner-up: Nathanson Dental (#4 overall)
Highest-ranked of 4 Hunt Valley clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.
Runner-up: Nathanson Dental (#4 overall)
Highest-ranked of 4 Hunt Valley clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.
Runner-up: Nathanson Dental (#4 overall)
No Hunt Valley clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.
Typical prices before insurance, in USD. Each row names its source.
| Service | Typical price (USD) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| General Dentistry | $120–$360 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland |
| Teeth Cleaning | $90–$240 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland |
| Emergency Care | $120–$600 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland |
| Root Canal | $840–$1,680 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland |
| Tooth Extraction | $240–$840 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland |
| Wisdom Teeth Removal | $240–$840 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland |
| Dental Implants | $1,800–$7,200 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland |
| Invisalign | $4,200–$9,000 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland |
| Braces | $3,600–$8,400 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland |
| Dental Crowns | $960–$2,160 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland |
| Dentures | $1,200–$3,600 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland |
| Veneers | $1,080–$3,000 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland |
| Teeth Whitening | $240–$720 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland |
| Dental Bonding | $360–$720 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland |
| Cosmetic Fillings | $360–$720 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland |
| Cosmetic Dentistry | $600–$6,000 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland |
| Full Restoration | $18,000–$60,000 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland |
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.
Mon 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 10:30 AM–7:30 PM · Wed–Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed
Evenings
We scored 6 Hunt Valley clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 4 were excluded (4 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Hunt Valley data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews in the last 12 months | Measured |
| Access | 15% | Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients | Measured |
| Services | 10% | Services offered out of 17 | Measured |
| Profile completeness | 5% | Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos | Measured |