63/100
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 200 Google reviews, the most Google reviews in Ocean City (200).
- 5.0from 200 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon closed · Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Best Dentists in Ocean City, NJ (2026)
11 clinics ranked by DR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Ocean City: Panico Dental, 5.0★ from 200 Google reviews, open 3 days a week and 2 of 17 services.
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Best for evenings and weekends: Panico Richard DMD, open 7 days until 9:30 PM; ranked #3 of 11.
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11 Ocean City clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 2 are open Saturdays, 2 on Sundays and 1 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 5 have a Google rating on file.
Top 10 dentists in Ocean City at a glance
| Rank | Clinic | DR Score | Rating (reviews) | Evenings / weekends | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Panico Dental | 63 | 5.0★ (200) | — | Overall |
| 2 | Woolery Family Dentistry | 59 | 4.4★ (7) | Sat · Sun | — |
| 3 | Panico Richard DMD | 58 | 5.0★ (2) | Evenings · Sat · Sun | Evenings & weekends |
| 4 | Ocean City Dental | 54 | 4.4★ (29) | — | — |
| 5 | North End Dental Associates | 53 | 4.2★ (13) | — | — |
| 6 | Berger Donald DDS | 15 | — | — | — |
| 7 | Cape Children's Dentistry | 15 | — | — | — |
| 8 | Jersey Shore Dental Associates | 15 | — | — | — |
| 9 | Kataria S R DDS | 15 | — | — | — |
| 10 | Porreca Joseph a DDS | 15 | — | — | — |
The 11 best dentists in Ocean City, ranked
Ordered by DR Score, a 0–100 score from 6 published factors. Scores refresh weekly.
#2 Woolery Family Dentistry
3318 Simpson Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226
59/100Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and access: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, open 7 days a week.
- 4.4from 7 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–4:30 PM
#3 Panico Richard DMD
316 Wesley Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226
58/100Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and access: 5.0★ from 2 Google reviews, open 7 days until 9:30 PM.
- 5.0from 2 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8:15 AM–9:30 PM
#4 Ocean City Dental
600 West Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226
54/100Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 29 Google reviews, 29 Google reviews.
- 4.4from 29 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–12:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#5 North End Dental Associates
210 West Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226
53/100Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.2★ from 13 Google reviews, 13 Google reviews.
- 4.2from 13 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Tue closed · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#6 Berger Donald DDS
26 Sunset Blvd, Longport, NJ 08403
15/10015% of factors measuredRanked #6 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
#7 Cape Children's Dentistry
222 West Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226
15/10015% of factors measuredRanked #7 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
#8 Jersey Shore Dental Associates
1645 Haven Ave A, Ocean City, NJ 08226
15/10015% of factors measuredRanked #8 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
#9 Kataria S R DDS
3318 Wesley Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226
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 Porreca Joseph a DDS
511 Battersea Rd, Ocean City, NJ 08226
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 Sammartino Jr Frank DDS
120 Bark Dr, Ocean City, NJ 08226
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.
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Best dentists in Ocean City by need
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Best for emergency in Ocean City
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Best for budget & insurance in Ocean City
No Ocean City clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.
How much does a dentist cost in Ocean City?
Typical prices before insurance, in USD. Each row names its source.
| Service | Typical price (USD) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| General Dentistry | $130–$390 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey |
| Teeth Cleaning | $98–$260 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey |
Emergency and weekend dentists in Ocean City
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 Ocean City dentists
We scored 11 Ocean City 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 Ocean City 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 Ocean City: frequently asked questions
Who is the best dentist in Ocean City?
By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Ocean City, NJ is Panico Dental (DR Score 63/100). It has a 5.0★ rating from 200 Google reviews. It is open 3 days a week. Woolery Family Dentistry (#2) and Panico Richard DMD (#3) follow. We ranked 11 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.
Which dentists in Ocean City are open on Saturday?
2 of 11 Ocean City dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Woolery Family Dentistry (until 4:30 PM) and Panico Richard DMD (until 9:30 PM). 2 are 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 Ocean City?
No Ocean City clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by Panico Richard DMD (#3). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.
How much is a dental cleaning in Ocean City?
A dental cleaning in Ocean City 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.
How many dentists are there in Ocean City?
DentistsRanked lists 11 dental clinics in Ocean City, NJ, and 11 are ranked by DR Score. 2 post Saturday hours and 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 11 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.
Update log for Ocean City
- : DR Scores recalculated for 11 clinics.
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