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Best Dentists in Lawrence, MA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Lawrence: Merrimack Valley Orthodontics, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 31

    Best for evenings and weekends: Oasis Dental Solutions, open evenings until 8 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM; ranked #31 of 49.

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49 Lawrence clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 13 are open Saturdays, 1 on Sundays and 4 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 2 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Lawrence at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Lawrence at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1Merrimack Valley Orthodontics73——Overall, Implants
2Methuen Oral Surgery Associates73———
3My Dental Lawrence73———
4Total Dental73———
5Dental Aesthetics of Lawrence735.0★ (38)Sat—
6Bartley Mary67———
7Dental Dreams - Lawrence67———
8Dr. Anuj Sharma67———
9Dr. Frank Varinos67———
10Dr. Hossam N. Makkar, DMD67———

The 49 best dentists in Lawrence, ranked

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

  1. Ranked #1 in Lawrence

    #1 Merrimack Valley Orthodontics

    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 Merrimack Valley OrthodonticsFull profile
    In their words

    Dr. Joseph P. Giordano and Dr. Samantha R. Bogle are board certified orthodontic specialists who provide personalized comprehensive orthodontic care for children, teens and adults in the Merrimack Valley and Southern New Hampshire areas. We take pride in providing the highest quality orthodontic care, utilizing advanced technology and current research trends along with making every visit informative, comfortable, and pleasant.

    From Merrimack Valley Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 Kalil Dental Group

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 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 Kalil Dental GroupFull profile
    In their words

    When you visit our office, your smile is our top priority. Our 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. This website is a resource we hope you’ll find both useful and interesting. A standard of excellence in personalized dental care enables us to provide the quality…

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

All 49 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #49, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Vu Quyen N DDS67
27Zahka Nabil DDS67
28Zeina Nseir67
29Community Dentist Associates635.0★ (1)Sat
30Epident Lawrence - Randall Davis DMD57Sat · Sun
31Oasis Dental Solutions57Evenings · Sat
32Family Dental Care57Evenings · Sat
33Family Dental & Associates53Evenings · Sat
34Lawrence Smile Design53Evenings · Sat
35Children & Family Dentistry & Braces of Lawrence47Sat
36Smiles Dental Center47Sat
37Dental Smiles PC47Sat
38T Station Dental Group47Sat
39Broadway Dental47Sat
40Dental Bright advanced family dentistry & orthodontics43Sat
41Riverwalk Dental37
42Super Braces of Lawrence37
43Community Dentists37
44Smile Studio37
45Dr. Vick Thakkar37
46Pemberton Dental Associates37
47Small Smiles Dental Center33
48James F. Drew DMD PC33
49Dental Partners Lawrence17

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Best dentists in Lawrence by need

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

Best for emergency in Lawrence

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

Best for kids in Lawrence

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

Best for implants in Lawrence

1

Merrimack Valley Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 47 Lawrence clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Methuen Oral Surgery Associates (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Lawrence

1

Merrimack Valley Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 46 Lawrence clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Methuen Oral Surgery Associates (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in Lawrence

1

Merrimack Valley Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 46 Lawrence clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Methuen Oral Surgery Associates (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Lawrence

1

Merrimack Valley Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 47 Lawrence clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Methuen Oral Surgery Associates (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Lawrence

1

Merrimack Valley Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 46 Lawrence clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Methuen Oral Surgery Associates (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Lawrence

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

How much does a dentist cost in Lawrence?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Lawrence?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$135–$405DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Teeth Cleaning$101–$270DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Emergency Care$135–$675DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Root Canal$945–$1,890DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Tooth Extraction$270–$945DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Wisdom Teeth Removal$270–$945DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Dental Implants$2,025–$8,100DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Invisalign$4,725–$10,125DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Braces$4,050–$9,450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Dental Crowns$1,080–$2,430DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Dentures$1,350–$4,050DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Veneers$1,215–$3,375DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Teeth Whitening$270–$810DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Dental Bonding$405–$810DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Cosmetic Fillings$405–$810DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Cosmetic Dentistry$675–$6,750DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Full Restoration$20,250–$67,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts

Emergency and weekend dentists in Lawrence

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 Lawrence dentists

We scored 49 Lawrence clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Lawrence 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 Lawrence: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Lawrence?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Lawrence, MA is Merrimack Valley Orthodontics (DR Score 73/100). Methuen Oral Surgery Associates (#2) and My Dental Lawrence (#3) follow. We ranked 49 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Lawrence are open on Saturday?

13 of 49 Lawrence dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Dental Aesthetics of Lawrence (until 2 PM), Community Dentist Associates (until 2 PM) and Epident Lawrence - Randall Davis DMD (until 3 PM). 1 is 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 Lawrence?

No Lawrence clinic lists emergency care, but 4 are open after 6 PM, led by Oasis Dental Solutions (#31) and Family Dental Care (#32). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Lawrence?

A dental cleaning in Lawrence typically costs $101–$270 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

How many dentists are there in Lawrence?

DentistsRanked lists 49 dental clinics in Lawrence, MA, and 49 are ranked by DR Score. 13 post Saturday hours and 4 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 49 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Lawrence

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 49 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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