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Best Dentists in Meridian, MS (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Meridian: Dr. Benjamin S. Mcleod, DMD, DR Score 67/100 and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 12

    Best for evenings and weekends: Greater Meridian Health Clinic, Inc., open evenings until 8 PM and Saturdays until 12 PM; ranked #12 of 38.

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38 Meridian clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 is open Saturdays and 2 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 Meridian at a glance

The 38 best dentists in Meridian, ranked

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

  1. #12 Greater Meridian Health Clinic, Inc.

    2701 Davis St, Meridian, MS 39301, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 8 PM and Saturdays until 12 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #13 North Hills Dental

    2700 N Hills St, Meridian, MS 39305, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 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 8 AM–7 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #14 Hodge Orthodontics

    4227 Poplar Springs Dr, Meridian, MS 39305, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 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–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Our top priority is to provide the highest quality orthodontic care in a family-based, high-technology practice. Using proven state-of-the-art technology to enhance your experience, we maintain the most advanced procedures, appliances and equipment available to orthodontists, including 3D X-rays, advanced computer graphics, Clarity™ Advanced ceramic braces, Victory Series™ braces and ClearCorrect™ clear aligners to ensure that every patient achieves a healthy and beautiful…

    From Hodge Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #17 Happy Smiles - Meridian

    2300 N Hills St, Meridian, MS 39305

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 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 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Happy Smiles Meridian provides families in Meridian, MS with quality dental care for families in a fun, upbeat environment! We strive to provide the best experience for your family by providing a variety of dental services that can help maintain a healthy smile. Our kid-friendly office is full of energy and fun activities for children to enjoy during their visit. Parents are even encouraged to join their child during the appointment to create a relaxing environment. Contact…

    From Happy Smiles - Meridian's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #18 J. Eric Herrington, DMD, PLLC

    1901 24th Ave, Meridian, MS 39301

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 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–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Meridian periodontist J. Eric Herrington, D.M.D., offers periodontal, general and restorative dentistry procedures including dental implants, implant supported dentures, all-on-4 dental implants & more! Dr. Herrington is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, and has specialized training in comprehensive periodontal therapy, dental implantology, and gingival cosmetic enhancement. A standard of excellence in personalized care enables us to provide the quality…

    From J. Eric Herrington, DMD, PLLC's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #20 Cornerstone Dental Care

    3512 MS-39, Meridian, MS 39301

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:15 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:15 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Cornerstone Dental Care is a comprehensive dental office located in Meridian. We offer dental services like general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, and orthodontics. We believe that a healthy, beautiful smile is essential, which is why we offer smile transformations from veneers to complete mouth rehabilitations. Dr. Jon T. Flint loves using the skills he has learned to help others. Dr. Flint has been practicing since 2012 and thinks some of the most…

    From Cornerstone Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #21 24th Avenue Dental Clinic: Rodney Richardson, DMD

    1609 24th Ave, Meridian, MS 39301

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 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–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dr. Rodney Richardson and his team strive hard to create a warm and relaxing environment for patients. He is one of the only dentists in the area that is trained and certified to put nervous patients to sleep using conscious sedation. Our office uses state of the art technology to ensure a comfortable experience and predictable results. We specialize in replacing missing teeth and smile makeovers.

    From 24th Avenue Dental Clinic: Rodney Richardson, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Best dentists in Meridian by need

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Best for emergency in Meridian

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

Best for kids in Meridian

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

Best for implants in Meridian

1

Dr. Benjamin S. Mcleod, DMD

Highest-ranked of 38 Meridian clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Darrell J. Zehr, DMD (#2 overall)

Dental Implants in Meridian →

Best for invisalign & braces in Meridian

1

Dr. Benjamin S. Mcleod, DMD

Highest-ranked of 34 Meridian clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Darrell J. Zehr, DMD (#2 overall)

Invisalign in Meridian →

Best for root canal in Meridian

1

Dr. Benjamin S. Mcleod, DMD

Highest-ranked of 34 Meridian clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Darrell J. Zehr, DMD (#2 overall)

Root Canal in Meridian →

Best for cosmetic in Meridian

1

Dr. Benjamin S. Mcleod, DMD

Highest-ranked of 38 Meridian clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Darrell J. Zehr, DMD (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Meridian →

Best for dentures & seniors in Meridian

1

Dr. Benjamin S. Mcleod, DMD

Highest-ranked of 34 Meridian clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Darrell J. Zehr, DMD (#2 overall)

Dentures in Meridian →

Best for budget & insurance in Meridian

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

How much does a dentist cost in Meridian?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Meridian?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$88–$264DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Mississippi
Teeth Cleaning$66–$176DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Mississippi
Emergency Care$88–$440DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Mississippi
Root Canal$616–$1,232DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Mississippi
Tooth Extraction$176–$616DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Mississippi
Wisdom Teeth Removal$176–$616DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Mississippi
Dental Implants$1,320–$5,280DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Mississippi
Invisalign$3,080–$6,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Mississippi
Braces$2,640–$6,160DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Mississippi
Dental Crowns$704–$1,584DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Mississippi
Dentures$880–$2,640DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Mississippi
Veneers$792–$2,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Mississippi
Teeth Whitening$176–$528DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Mississippi
Dental Bonding$264–$528DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Mississippi
Cosmetic Fillings$264–$528DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Mississippi
Cosmetic Dentistry$440–$4,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Mississippi
Full Restoration$13,200–$44,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Mississippi

Emergency and weekend dentists in Meridian

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 Meridian dentists

We scored 38 Meridian 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 Meridian 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 Meridian: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Meridian?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Meridian, MS is Dr. Benjamin S. Mcleod, DMD (DR Score 67/100). Dr. Darrell J. Zehr, DMD (#2) and Dr. James C. Griffith, DDS (#3) follow. We ranked 38 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Meridian are open on Saturday?

1 of 38 Meridian dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Greater Meridian Health Clinic, Inc. (until 12 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 Meridian?

No Meridian clinic lists emergency care, but 2 are open after 6 PM, led by Greater Meridian Health Clinic, Inc. (#12) and North Hills Dental (#13). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Meridian?

A dental cleaning in Meridian typically costs $66–$176 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Mississippi. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

How many dentists are there in Meridian?

DentistsRanked lists 38 dental clinics in Meridian, MS, and 38 are ranked by DR Score. 1 post Saturday hours and 2 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 38 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Meridian

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 38 clinics.