63/100
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 467 Google reviews, 467 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 467 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
Best Dentists in Mattapan, MA (2026)
3 clinics ranked by DR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Mattapan: River Street Family Dental, 4.9★ from 467 Google reviews, open Saturdays until 2 PM and 1 of 17 services.
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Best for kids and families: River Street Family Dental, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #1 of 3.
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3 Mattapan clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 is open Saturdays, based on posted hours. 3 have a Google rating on file.
Top 3 dentists in Mattapan at a glance
| Rank | Clinic | DR Score | Rating (reviews) | Evenings / weekends | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | River Street Family Dental | 63 | 4.9★ (467) | Sat | Overall, Kids |
| 2 | Children & Family Dentistry & Braces of Mattapan | 60 | 4.5★ (779) | — | Invisalign & braces |
| 3 | Mattapan Community Health Center | 43 | 2.6★ (110) | — | — |
The 3 best dentists in Mattapan, ranked
Ordered by DR Score, a 0–100 score from 6 published factors. Scores refresh weekly.
#2 Children & Family Dentistry & Braces of Mattapan
90 River St, Mattapan, MA 02126
60/100Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 779 Google reviews, the most Google reviews in Mattapan (779).
- 4.5from 779 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#3 Mattapan Community Health Center
1575 Blue Hill Ave CVS, Mattapan, MA 02126
43/100Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 2.6★ from 110 Google reviews, 110 Google reviews.
- 2.6from 110 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
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Best dentists in Mattapan by need
One pick per need, with the clinic that comes next. Every pick names the condition it wins on.
Best for emergency in Mattapan
No Mattapan clinic lists emergency or same-day care in our data yet.
Best for kids in Mattapan
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Highest-ranked of 2 Mattapan clinics offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #1 overall by DR Score and open Saturdays until 2 PM.
Runner-up: Children & Family Dentistry & Braces of Mattapan (#2 overall)
Best for implants in Mattapan
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Highest-ranked of 1 Mattapan clinic offering dental implants: #1 overall by DR Score.
Best for invisalign & braces in Mattapan
2
Children & Family Dentistry & Braces of Mattapan
Highest-ranked of 1 Mattapan clinic offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff and #2 overall by DR Score.
Best for root canal in Mattapan
No Mattapan clinic lists root canals in our data yet.
Best for cosmetic in Mattapan
No Mattapan clinic lists cosmetic dentistry in our data yet.
Best for dentures & seniors in Mattapan
No Mattapan clinic lists dentures in our data yet.
Best for budget & insurance in Mattapan
No Mattapan clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.
How much does a dentist cost in Mattapan?
Typical prices before insurance, in USD. Each row names its source.
| Service | Typical price (USD) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| General Dentistry | $135–$405 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts |
| Teeth Cleaning | $101–$270 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts |
| Dental Implants | $2,025–$8,100 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts |
| Invisalign | $4,725–$10,125 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts |
| Braces | $4,050–$9,450 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts |
Emergency and weekend dentists in Mattapan
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 Mattapan dentists
We scored 3 Mattapan clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Mattapan 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 |
Dentists in Mattapan: frequently asked questions
Who is the best dentist in Mattapan?
By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Mattapan, MA is River Street Family Dental (DR Score 63/100). It has a 4.9★ rating from 467 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 2 PM. Children & Family Dentistry & Braces of Mattapan (#2) and Mattapan Community Health Center (#3) follow. We ranked 3 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.
Which dentists in Mattapan are open on Saturday?
1 of 3 Mattapan dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are River Street Family Dental (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.
How much is a dental cleaning in Mattapan?
A dental cleaning in Mattapan 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.
Who is the best kids' dentist in Mattapan?
River Street Family Dental is the highest-ranked Mattapan clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #1 of 3 by DR Score. It is open Saturdays until 2 PM. 2 Mattapan clinics have a pediatric dentist in our data.
How many dentists are there in Mattapan?
DentistsRanked lists 3 dental clinics in Mattapan, MA, and 3 are ranked by DR Score. 1 post Saturday hours. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 1 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.
Update log for Mattapan
- : DR Scores recalculated for 3 clinics.
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