Skip to content

Best Dentists in Oxford, AL (2026)

9 clinics ranked by DR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Oxford: Dr. Mattie Bennett: Children & Teen Dental, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

Rankings can't be bought. Booking through us earns you a $60 gift card and doesn’t affect order. How we rank

9 Oxford clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 9 dentists in Oxford at a glance

Top 9 dentists in Oxford at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekendsBest for
1Dr. Mattie Bennett: Children & Teen Dental73—Overall, Implants
2Welch Whitman L DDS67——
3Kristina Hopkins-May47Evenings—
4Ballard Dental37——
5Children and Teen Dental of Alabama - Oxford37——
6Pediatric Dental Associates Oxford37——
7Aspen Dental33——
8Kennedy Crandall J DDS33——
9Oxford Dental Care17——

The 9 best dentists in Oxford, ranked

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

  1. Ranked #1 in Oxford

    #1 Dr. Mattie Bennett: Children & Teen Dental

    1713 Hamric Dr E suite c, Oxford, AL 36203

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 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

    In their words

    Dr. Bennett is employed by Children & Teen Dental of Alabama (Anniston). Dr. Bennett is a native of Heflin, AL and is a specialist in the dental health of infants, children and adolescents. She has a big heart for serving her community and a strong desire to create a lasting impact on her patients. Dr. Bennett is a Summa Cum Laude honor graduate of Auburn University. She then obtained a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of…

    From Dr. Mattie Bennett: Children & Teen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #3 Kristina Hopkins-May

    105 Oxford Exchange Blvd, Oxford, AL 36203, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 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–Wed 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Kristina Hopkins-May practices in Oxford, AL for Aspen Dental. With years of valuable dental experience, Kristina Hopkins-May and the rest of the Aspen Dental team are proud to offer services like dentures, gum diseases, root canals, crowns, and bridges with the best lab technicians. To see a dentist near you book online or call anytime Monday - Friday 6:30am -11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am - 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am - 5:30pm EST. We are taking proactive steps so that patients,…

    From Kristina Hopkins-May's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #4 Ballard Dental

    324 Monger St, Oxford, AL 36203

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 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

    Dr. Ballard and his dental team strive to provide excellent service and care. Our office is located in Oxford, Alabama and caters patients of all ages. We are a dental office devoted to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of your smile using conservative, state of the art procedures that will result in beautiful long lasting smiles!

    From Ballard Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #5 Children and Teen Dental of Alabama - Oxford

    1713 Hamric Dr E Suite C, Oxford, AL 36203

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Children & Teen Dental of Alabama, our team enjoys serving the Oxford, AL community with first-class, caring dentistry. Our team wants to be a positive addition to your family's life by providing trust and confidence in dentistry. Our services include general dentistry, orthodontics, dental education, safe dental sedation and more. We're currently accepting new patients and would like to invite children, teens and parents to experience dentistry with a team who truly…

    From Children and Teen Dental of Alabama - Oxford's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #6 Pediatric Dental Associates Oxford

    1409 Hamric Dr E, Oxford, AL 36203

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 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

    At Pediatric Dental Associates, we take pride in helping our patients develop healthy, beautiful smiles. Our dentists and team of highly trained dental specialists take a comprehensive and caring approach to treating each patient, and with years of experience working with children in Birmingham, Cullman, Hoover, Pell City and Oxford we have the convenient locations combined with the skills and knowledge to make every visit to our office a fun experience for all involved –…

    From Pediatric Dental Associates Oxford's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #7 Aspen Dental

    105 Oxford Exchange Blvd, Oxford, AL 36203

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 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–5:30 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Oxford,AL offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday - Friday 6:30am -11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am - 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am - 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care environment…

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

Find the right dentist in Oxford

Answer 2 quick questions and we'll help you find a dentist that fits your needs, location and availability.

Oxford, AL

Book through DentistsRanked and get a $60 Amazon gift card. Terms

Step 1 of 2

What service are you looking for?

  • 100% free for patients
  • No commitment

Best dentists in Oxford by need

One pick per need, with the clinic that comes next. Every pick names the condition it wins on.

Best for emergency in Oxford

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

Best for kids in Oxford

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

Best for implants in Oxford

1

Dr. Mattie Bennett: Children & Teen Dental

Highest-ranked of 9 Oxford clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Welch Whitman L DDS (#2 overall)

Dental Implants in Oxford →

Best for invisalign & braces in Oxford

1

Dr. Mattie Bennett: Children & Teen Dental

Highest-ranked of 8 Oxford clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Welch Whitman L DDS (#2 overall)

Invisalign in Oxford →

Best for root canal in Oxford

1

Dr. Mattie Bennett: Children & Teen Dental

Highest-ranked of 8 Oxford clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Welch Whitman L DDS (#2 overall)

Root Canal in Oxford →

Best for cosmetic in Oxford

1

Dr. Mattie Bennett: Children & Teen Dental

Highest-ranked of 9 Oxford clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Welch Whitman L DDS (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Oxford →

Best for dentures & seniors in Oxford

1

Dr. Mattie Bennett: Children & Teen Dental

Highest-ranked of 8 Oxford clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Welch Whitman L DDS (#2 overall)

Dentures in Oxford →

Best for budget & insurance in Oxford

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

How much does a dentist cost in Oxford?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Oxford?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$92–$276DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Teeth Cleaning$69–$184DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Emergency Care$92–$460DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Root Canal$644–$1,288DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Tooth Extraction$184–$644DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Wisdom Teeth Removal$184–$644DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Dental Implants$1,380–$5,520DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Invisalign$3,220–$6,900DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Braces$2,760–$6,440DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Dental Crowns$736–$1,656DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Dentures$920–$2,760DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Veneers$828–$2,300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Teeth Whitening$184–$552DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Dental Bonding$276–$552DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Cosmetic Fillings$276–$552DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Cosmetic Dentistry$460–$4,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Full Restoration$13,800–$46,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama

Emergency and weekend dentists in Oxford

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 Oxford dentists

We scored 9 Oxford 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 Oxford 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 Oxford: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Oxford?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Oxford, AL is Dr. Mattie Bennett: Children & Teen Dental (DR Score 73/100). Welch Whitman L DDS (#2) and Kristina Hopkins-May (#3) follow. We ranked 9 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Oxford?

No Oxford clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by Kristina Hopkins-May (#3). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Oxford?

A dental cleaning in Oxford typically costs $69–$184 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

How many dentists are there in Oxford?

DentistsRanked lists 9 dental clinics in Oxford, AL, and 9 are ranked by DR Score. 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 9 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Oxford

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 9 clinics.