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Best Dentists in New Bedford, MA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in New Bedford: Urgent Dental New Bedford, DR Score 77/100, open 7 days until 12 AM and 17 of 17 services.

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    Best for same-day emergencies: Urgent Dental New Bedford, emergency care, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #1 of 55.

  3. 25

    Best for kids and families: Gentle Dental New Bedford, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #25 of 55.

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    Best for evenings and weekends: Urgent Dental New Bedford, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #1 of 55.

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55 New Bedford clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 13 are open Saturdays, 1 on Sundays and 10 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 1 list emergency care. 4 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in New Bedford at a glance

Top 10 dentists in New Bedford at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekendsBest for
1Urgent Dental New Bedford77Evenings · Sat · SunOverall, Emergencies
2Advanced Dental Spa73——
3AMG Family Dentistry73——
4My Dental73——
5New Bedford Dentistry and Braces73——
6WHALING CITY DENTAL73——
7Alvarez Pedro M DDS67——
8Bristol Dental67——
9Complete Family Dentistry from Established Dental Office67——
10Dr. Mary McCabe, DDS67——

The 55 best dentists in New Bedford, ranked

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

  4. #4 My Dental

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 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 My DentalFull profile
    In their words

    At My Dental we are committed to deliver the most recent advances in general, cosmetic, preventive and implant dentistry with integrity, compassion and care. We use digital radiography for x-rays which means less exposure to radiation and less time spent in the dental office!!!Our crowning achievement is your perfect smile. We take time to listen and understand our patient goals to build personal relationships. The warm, cheerful personalities of our staff will keep you…

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

All 55 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #55, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Clear Coast Dental57Evenings · Sat
27Dr. Hira Akbar57Evenings · Sat
28Buttonwood Dental57Evenings · Sat
29Southcoast Endodontics564.7★ (29)
30Dawn West, DMD53Evenings · Sat
31Dr. Dental53Evenings · Sat
32New Bedford MA Dentist53Evenings · Sat
33Orthodontic Specialists | New Bedford534.0★ (30)
34Cortland Dental47Sat
35Aaron C. Campini, DMD Brooklawn Dental Health Center47Evenings
36Stanley Walsh Jr., DDS, FAGD - Brooklawn Dental Health Center47Evenings
37Aarohi Dental PC47Sat
38Paul M Medeiros Inc47Evenings
39Happy Kids Dental47Sat
40Bristol Dental Group Pc43Sat
41Center for Advanced Periodontics and Implant Dentistry37
42New Bedford Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics37
43Creative Dental Group37
44Rubin Dental Associates Inc33
45Reddy Dental Associates33
46Rockdale Dental Associates33
47Dr. Moftah El-Ghadi, DMD33
48Dartmouth Dental28
49Dr. Eseoghene E. Okugbaye, DDS28
50Southcoast Oral Surgery Associates24Sat
51Kempton Dental Implants and Cosmetics17Sat
52Dentist15
53Dr. Ryan Gray Emergency Dental Service15
54Johnson Ryne S DDS15
55Smiles Mentoring15

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Best dentists in New Bedford by need

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Best for emergency in New Bedford

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Urgent Dental New Bedford

Highest-ranked of 1 New Bedford clinic offering emergency or same-day care: #1 for emergency care, #1 overall by DR Score and open 7 days until 12 AM.

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Best for kids in New Bedford

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Gentle Dental New Bedford

Highest-ranked of 2 New Bedford clinics offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #25 overall by DR Score and open 5 days a week.

Runner-up: Southcoast Endodontics (#29 overall)

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Best for implants in New Bedford

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Urgent Dental New Bedford

Highest-ranked of 46 New Bedford clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Advanced Dental Spa (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in New Bedford

24

Sound Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 46 New Bedford clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #2 for invisalign and #24 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Gentle Dental New Bedford (#25 overall)

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Best for root canal in New Bedford

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Southcoast Endodontics

Highest-ranked of 44 New Bedford clinics offering root canals: endodontist on staff, #2 for root canal and #29 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Urgent Dental New Bedford (#1 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in New Bedford

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Urgent Dental New Bedford

Highest-ranked of 46 New Bedford clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Advanced Dental Spa (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in New Bedford

1

Urgent Dental New Bedford

Highest-ranked of 43 New Bedford clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Advanced Dental Spa (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in New Bedford

No New Bedford clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in New Bedford?

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

How much does a dentist cost in New Bedford?
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 New Bedford

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 New Bedford dentists

We scored 55 New Bedford 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 New Bedford 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 New Bedford: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in New Bedford?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in New Bedford, MA is Urgent Dental New Bedford (DR Score 77/100). It is open 7 days until 12 AM. Advanced Dental Spa (#2) and AMG Family Dentistry (#3) follow. We ranked 55 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in New Bedford are open on Saturday?

13 of 55 New Bedford dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Urgent Dental New Bedford (until 12 AM), Clear Coast Dental (until 1 PM) and Dr. Hira Akbar (until 1 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 New Bedford?

1 New Bedford clinic lists emergency or same-day dental care. The highest-ranked is Urgent Dental New Bedford (#1). 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 New Bedford?

A dental cleaning in New Bedford 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 New Bedford?

Gentle Dental New Bedford is the highest-ranked New Bedford clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #25 of 55 by DR Score. It is open 5 days a week. 2 New Bedford clinics have a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in New Bedford?

DentistsRanked lists 55 dental clinics in New Bedford, MA, and 55 are ranked by DR Score. 13 post Saturday hours and 10 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 51 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for New Bedford

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 55 clinics.

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