63/100
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 167 Google reviews, 167 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 167 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
Best Dentists in Middlesboro, KY (2026)
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Best overall in Middlesboro: Slusher Family Dental, 5.0★ from 167 Google reviews, open 4 days a week and 2 of 17 services.
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12 Middlesboro clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 is open Saturdays, based on posted hours. 8 have a Google rating on file.
Top 10 dentists in Middlesboro at a glance
| Rank | Clinic | DR Score | Rating (reviews) | Evenings / weekends | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Slusher Family Dental | 63 | 5.0★ (167) | — | Overall |
| 2 | Aspen Dental - Middlesboro, KY | 63 | 4.5★ (960) | Sat | Root canal |
| 3 | Wright and Wright Dental, PLLC | 59 | 4.8★ (167) | — | Cosmetic |
| 4 | Tolliver Cordell W DMD | 57 | 4.3★ (10) | — | — |
| 5 | Barton Esthetic and Family Dentistry of Middlesboro, L.L.C. | 56 | 5.0★ (73) | — | — |
| 6 | Pursifull Brent B DDS | 52 | 4.8★ (20) | — | — |
| 7 | Bruce T. Wilson, DMD Oral Surgery | 52 | 3.3★ (7) | — | Implants |
| 8 | Barnett, Richard DMD | 51 | 4.4★ (21) | — | — |
| 9 | Defevers Alison B DDS | 15 | — | — | — |
| 10 | Douglass J Burton DDS | 15 | — | — | — |
The 12 best dentists in Middlesboro, ranked
Ordered by DR Score, a 0–100 score from 6 published factors. Scores refresh weekly.
#2 Aspen Dental - Middlesboro, KY
1238 N 12th St, Middlesboro, KY 40965
63/100Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 960 Google reviews, the most Google reviews in Middlesboro (960).
- 4.5from 960 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
#3 Wright and Wright Dental, PLLC
124 Westmoreland St, Harrogate, TN 37752
59/100Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 167 Google reviews, 167 Google reviews.
- 4.8from 167 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon closed · Tue–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#4 Tolliver Cordell W DMD
714 Exeter Ave, Middlesboro, KY 40965
57/10085% of factors measuredRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.3★ from 10 Google reviews, 10 Google reviews.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.
- 4.3from 10 Google reviews
#5 Barton Esthetic and Family Dentistry of Middlesboro, L.L.C.
2205 W Cumberland Ave, Middlesboro, KY 40965
56/100Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 73 Google reviews, 73 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 73 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon 8 AM–1:30 PM · Tue–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
#6 Pursifull Brent B DDS
3515 W Cumberland Ave, Middlesboro, KY 40965
52/100Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews, 20 Google reviews.
- 4.8from 20 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu–Sun closed
#7 Bruce T. Wilson, DMD Oral Surgery
705 N 12th St, Middlesboro, KY 40965
52/100Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 3.3★ from 7 Google reviews, 7 Google reviews.
- 3.3from 7 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#8 Barnett, Richard DMD
106 S 10th St, Middlesboro, KY 40965
51/100Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 21 Google reviews, 21 Google reviews.
- 4.4from 21 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
#9 Defevers Alison B DDS
2004 W Cumberland Ave #333, Middlesboro, KY 40965
15/10015% of factors measuredRanked #9 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
#10 Douglass J Burton DDS
119 Westmoreland St, Harrogate, TN 37752
15/10015% of factors measuredRanked #10 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
#11 John W Ihnen DMD
1238 N 12th St, Middlesboro, KY 40965
15/10015% of factors measuredRanked #11 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
#12 Tackett Orthodontics
2120 W Cumberland Ave, Middlesboro, KY 40965
15/10015% of factors measuredRanked #12 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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Best dentists in Middlesboro by need
One pick per need, with the clinic that comes next. Every pick names the condition it wins on.
Best for emergency in Middlesboro
No Middlesboro clinic lists emergency or same-day care in our data yet.
Best for kids in Middlesboro
No Middlesboro clinic lists kid-friendly care in our data yet.
Best for implants in Middlesboro
7
Bruce T. Wilson, DMD Oral Surgery
Highest-ranked of 1 Middlesboro clinic offering dental implants: oral surgeon on staff and #7 overall by DR Score.
Best for invisalign & braces in Middlesboro
12
Highest-ranked of 1 Middlesboro clinic offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff and #12 overall by DR Score.
Best for root canal in Middlesboro
2
Aspen Dental - Middlesboro, KY
Highest-ranked of 1 Middlesboro clinic offering root canals: endodontist on staff and #2 overall by DR Score.
Best for cosmetic in Middlesboro
3
Wright and Wright Dental, PLLC
Highest-ranked of 1 Middlesboro clinic offering cosmetic dentistry: #3 overall by DR Score.
Best for dentures & seniors in Middlesboro
No Middlesboro clinic lists dentures in our data yet.
Best for budget & insurance in Middlesboro
No Middlesboro clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.
How much does a dentist cost in Middlesboro?
Typical prices before insurance, in USD. Each row names its source.
| Service | Typical price (USD) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| General Dentistry | $100–$300 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Kentucky |
| Teeth Cleaning | $75–$200 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Kentucky |
| Root Canal | $700–$1,400 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Kentucky |
| Tooth Extraction | $200–$700 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Kentucky |
| Wisdom Teeth Removal | $200–$700 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Kentucky |
| Dental Implants | $1,500–$6,000 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Kentucky |
| Invisalign | $3,500–$7,500 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Kentucky |
| Braces | $3,000–$7,000 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Kentucky |
| Veneers | $900–$2,500 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Kentucky |
| Teeth Whitening | $200–$600 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Kentucky |
| Cosmetic Dentistry | $500–$5,000 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Kentucky |
Emergency and weekend dentists in Middlesboro
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.
- Call (606) 302-9038
Aspen Dental - Middlesboro, KY#2
Mon–Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
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How we ranked Middlesboro dentists
We scored 12 Middlesboro 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 Middlesboro 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 Middlesboro: frequently asked questions
Who is the best dentist in Middlesboro?
By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Middlesboro, KY is Slusher Family Dental (DR Score 63/100). It has a 5.0★ rating from 167 Google reviews. It is open 4 days a week. Aspen Dental - Middlesboro, KY (#2) and Wright and Wright Dental, PLLC (#3) follow. We ranked 12 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.
Which dentists in Middlesboro are open on Saturday?
1 of 12 Middlesboro dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Aspen Dental - Middlesboro, KY (until 3 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 Middlesboro?
A dental cleaning in Middlesboro typically costs $75–$200 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Kentucky. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.
How many dentists are there in Middlesboro?
DentistsRanked lists 12 dental clinics in Middlesboro, KY, and 12 are ranked by DR Score. 1 post Saturday hours. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 8 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.
Update log for Middlesboro
- : DR Scores recalculated for 12 clinics.
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Dental services in Middlesboro
- General Dentistry in Middlesboro8
- Teeth Cleaning in Middlesboro8
- Root Canal in Middlesboro1
- Tooth Extraction in Middlesboro1
- Wisdom Teeth Removal in Middlesboro1
- Dental Implants in Middlesboro1
- Invisalign in Middlesboro1
- Braces in Middlesboro1
- Veneers in Middlesboro1
- Teeth Whitening in Middlesboro1
- Cosmetic Dentistry in Middlesboro1
More for Middlesboro
- Cost of general dentistry in Middlesboro
- Cost of teeth cleaning in Middlesboro
- Cost of root canal in Middlesboro
- Cost of tooth extraction in Middlesboro
- Cost of wisdom teeth removal in Middlesboro
- Cost of dental implants in Middlesboro
- Cost of invisalign in Middlesboro
- Cost of braces in Middlesboro
- Cost of veneers in Middlesboro
- Cost of teeth whitening in Middlesboro
- Cost of cosmetic dentistry in Middlesboro
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