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Best Dentists in Metuchen, NJ (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Metuchen: Test Dental Practice, 4.8★ from 127 Google reviews, open 5 days a week, with emergency care and 9 of 17 services.

  2. 1

    Best for same-day emergencies: Test Dental Practice, emergency and same-day care; ranked #1 of 30.

  3. 7

    Best for kids and families: T-Dental PC, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #7 of 30.

  4. 6

    Best for evenings and weekends: Pure Pearl Dental Metuchen, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #6 of 30.

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30 Metuchen clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 12 are open Saturdays, 2 on Sundays and 10 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 2 list emergency care and 1 say they accept new patients. 6 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Metuchen at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Metuchen at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsNew patientsBest for
1Test Dental Practice754.8★ (127)—YesOverall, Emergencies
2Emergency Dentist Metuchen73———Root canal, Dentures & seniors
3Gorda Dental: Gordeev Mikhail DDS73————
4John W Ferrante DMD73————
5Park Family Dental73————
6Pure Pearl Dental Metuchen715.0★ (2)Evenings · Sat · Sun—Evenings & weekends
7T-Dental PC684.9★ (287)Evenings · Sat—Kids, Invisalign & braces
8Dentist Chen67————
9Dentistry Content Connection67————
10Dr. Andrew Chen67————

The 30 best dentists in Metuchen, ranked

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

  1. Ranked #1 in Metuchen

    #1 Test Dental Practice

    123 Main Street, Metuchen, NJ 08840

    75/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 127 Google reviews, 127 Google reviews.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.8from 127 Google reviews
    • Speaks English
    • Accepts Medicaid
    • Accepting new patients
    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryEmergency careImplantsInvisalignCrownsWhiteningBondingCosmetic+1 more

    In their words

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    From Test Dental Practice's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #17 Metuchen Dental Group

    26 Bridge St, Metuchen, NJ 08840, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 8 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–8 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    When it comes to the health and appearance of your smile, you can rely on the office of Metuchen Dental Group for the highest quality of care. We provide skilled, experienced treatment and offer a comprehensive range of services designed to meet the needs of every member of your family. Our goal is for every patient to enjoy the benefits of a healthy and beautiful smile. With a professional team that is trained and proficient in all areas of general, family, cosmetic, and…

    From Metuchen Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #18 George E Ludwig, DDS

    601 Main St, Metuchen, NJ 08840

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 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–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 3 PM–8 PM · Thu 12 PM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #19 Metuchen Dentist: Gregory A. Kubinak DMD

    652 Middlesex Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 3 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #20 Family Dentistry: Gentile Richard D DMD

    220 Amboy Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 8 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–8 PM · Tue 10 AM–2 PM · Wed 10 AM–8 PM · Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #21 Bridgepointe Family Dentistry

    230 Bridge St, Metuchen, NJ 08840

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue closed · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Bridgepointe Family Dental, our mission is to provide a pleasant and enjoyable experience that helps our patients to have a beautiful and healthy smile. We provide comprehensive dental services for our patients including, but not limited to, dental fillings, crowns, root canals, implants, wisdom tooth extractions, and Invisalign.

    From Bridgepointe Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #23 Dr. Susan Krutyansky

    450 Main St #2, Metuchen, NJ 08840, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 9 PM and Saturdays until 4 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9:30 AM–7 PM · Wed 9:30 AM–9 PM · Thu 9:30 AM–6 PM · Fri 9:30 AM–9 PM · Sat 9:30 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Our office is located on Main Street in downtown Metuchen, 3-5 minutes from Metuchen train station, where the team has been practicing the art of dentistry since 1998 .Providing complete family dental services for the residents of cities, towns, and suburbs near Metuchen. We accept most major insurance plans. And, to make it a bit easier for you, we’re open 6 days a week (including evenings & weekends—Saturdays).

    From Dr. Susan Krutyansky's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. #24 Legacy Dental

    38 Bridge St Building A, Metuchen, NJ 08840, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 1 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Our team is fully committed to providing you with the most individual attention possible. Our highly accomplished doctors practice a full scope of conservative general and cosmetic dentistry with expertise ranging from porcelain veneers to dental implants, crowns, and bridges.

    From Legacy Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  9. #25 Metuchen Dentist: Smiles on Main Street

    244 Main St, Metuchen, NJ 08840

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 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 closed · Tue–Wed 12:30 PM–7 PM · Thu 1:15 PM–7 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–11 AM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

All 30 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #30, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

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Best dentists in Metuchen by need

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Best for emergency in Metuchen

1

Test Dental Practice

Highest-ranked of 2 Metuchen clinics offering emergency or same-day care: #1 for emergency care, #1 overall by DR Score and open 5 days a week, with emergency care.

Runner-up: Pure Pearl Dental Metuchen (#6 overall)

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Best for kids in Metuchen

7

T-Dental PC

Highest-ranked of 3 Metuchen clinics offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #7 overall by DR Score and open evenings until 8 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM.

Runner-up: Metuchen Pediatric Dentistry (#16 overall)

General Dentistry in Metuchen →

Best for implants in Metuchen

1

Test Dental Practice

Highest-ranked of 26 Metuchen clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Emergency Dentist Metuchen (#2 overall)

Dental Implants in Metuchen →

Best for invisalign & braces in Metuchen

7

T-Dental PC

Highest-ranked of 26 Metuchen clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #1 for invisalign and #7 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Test Dental Practice (#1 overall)

Invisalign in Metuchen →

Best for root canal in Metuchen

2

Emergency Dentist Metuchen

Highest-ranked of 24 Metuchen clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Gorda Dental: Gordeev Mikhail DDS (#3 overall)

Root Canal in Metuchen →

Best for cosmetic in Metuchen

1

Test Dental Practice

Highest-ranked of 25 Metuchen clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Emergency Dentist Metuchen (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Metuchen →

Best for dentures & seniors in Metuchen

2

Emergency Dentist Metuchen

Highest-ranked of 24 Metuchen clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Gorda Dental: Gordeev Mikhail DDS (#3 overall)

Dentures in Metuchen →

Best for budget & insurance in Metuchen

1

Test Dental Practice

Highest-ranked of 1 Metuchen clinic offering Medicaid or insurance: #1 overall by DR Score and lists Medicaid.

How much does a dentist cost in Metuchen?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Metuchen?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$130–$390DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Teeth Cleaning$98–$260DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Emergency Care$130–$650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Root Canal$910–$1,820DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Tooth Extraction$260–$910DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Wisdom Teeth Removal$260–$910DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Dental Implants$1,950–$7,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Invisalign$4,550–$9,750DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Braces$3,900–$9,100DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Dental Crowns$1,040–$2,340DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Dentures$1,300–$3,900DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Veneers$1,170–$3,250DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Teeth Whitening$260–$780DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Dental Bonding$390–$780DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Cosmetic Fillings$390–$780DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Cosmetic Dentistry$650–$6,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Full Restoration$19,500–$65,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey

Emergency and weekend dentists in Metuchen

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 Metuchen dentists

We scored 30 Metuchen 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.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Metuchen 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 Metuchen: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Metuchen?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Metuchen, NJ is Test Dental Practice (DR Score 75/100). It has a 4.8★ rating from 127 Google reviews. It is open 5 days a week, with emergency care. Emergency Dentist Metuchen (#2) and Gorda Dental: Gordeev Mikhail DDS (#3) follow. We ranked 30 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Metuchen are open on Saturday?

12 of 30 Metuchen dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Pure Pearl Dental Metuchen (until 12 AM), T-Dental PC (until 2 PM) and Metuchen Dental Group (until 2 PM). 2 are also open on Sunday. Hours come from each clinic's listing as of October 2026, so call ahead on holidays.

Which Metuchen dentists accept new patients?

1 Metuchen clinic says it accepts new patients. It is Test Dental Practice (#1). This comes from what each clinic publishes on its profile or website. Other clinics may also take new patients but have not said so, so it is worth calling.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Metuchen?

2 Metuchen clinics list emergency or same-day dental care. The highest-ranked are Test Dental Practice (#1) and Pure Pearl Dental Metuchen (#6). 10 clinics are open after 6 PM on at least one weekday. For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Metuchen?

A dental cleaning in Metuchen typically costs $98–$260 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

Which Metuchen dentists accept Medicaid?

1 Metuchen clinic says it accepts Medicaid. It is Test Dental Practice (#1). This is what the clinics publish; confirm your coverage when you book. Clinics that have not said either way are not counted here.

Who is the best kids' dentist in Metuchen?

T-Dental PC is the highest-ranked Metuchen clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #7 of 30 by DR Score. It is open evenings until 8 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM. 2 Metuchen clinics have a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in Metuchen?

DentistsRanked lists 30 dental clinics in Metuchen, NJ, and 30 are ranked by DR Score. 12 post Saturday hours and 10 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 28 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Metuchen

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 30 clinics.