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Best Dentists in Plains, PA (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Plains: Waterfront Orthodontics, 4.8★ from 49 Google reviews, open 4 days a week and 2 of 17 services.

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3 Plains clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 1 has a Google rating on file.

Top 3 dentists in Plains at a glance

Top 3 dentists in Plains at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1Waterfront Orthodontics654.8★ (49)—Overall, Invisalign & braces
2Zielinski Family Dentistry43—EveningsImplants, Root canal
3Dr. Fred J. Bonacci DMD | Bonacci Periodontics & Dental Implants LLC37———

The 3 best dentists in Plains, ranked

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

  2. #2 Zielinski Family Dentistry

    571 N Main St, Plains, PA 18705

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 6:30 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–3 PM · Thu 9 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Zielinski Family DentistryFull profile(570) 822-7312
    In their words

    Superior dental services in a relaxed comfortable atmosphere. From children to seniors - comprehensive dental care including routine exams, oral cancer screening, orthodontics, oral surgery, root canals, gum grafting, sleep apnea & TMJ treatment, dental implants and dentures.

    From Zielinski Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 Dr. Fred J. Bonacci DMD | Bonacci Periodontics & Dental Implants LLC

    672 S River St suite 209, Plains, PA 18705

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–4 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Fred J. Bonacci DMD | Bonacci Periodontics & Dental Implants LLCFull profile(570) 846-2300
    In their words

    If you are looking for a true Periodontal & Dental Implant Specialist in Northeastern Pennsylvania to help you with an oral health matter, you’ve found the right team! Dr. Fred Bonacci, D.M.D., has been practicing Dentistry since 2000, and specializing in Periodontology and Dental Implants since 2003. Dr. Bonacci believes in providing every patient with detailed attention. You will never have a question go unanswered, guaranteed! You can expect to be greeted by an extremely…

    From Dr. Fred J. Bonacci DMD | Bonacci Periodontics & Dental Implants LLC's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Best dentists in Plains by need

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

Best for emergency in Plains

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

Best for kids in Plains

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

Best for implants in Plains

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Zielinski Family Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 2 Plains clinics offering dental implants: #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Fred J. Bonacci DMD | Bonacci Periodontics & Dental Implants LLC (#3 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Plains

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Waterfront Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 3 Plains clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Zielinski Family Dentistry (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in Plains

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Zielinski Family Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 2 Plains clinics offering root canals: #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Fred J. Bonacci DMD | Bonacci Periodontics & Dental Implants LLC (#3 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Plains

2

Zielinski Family Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 2 Plains clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Fred J. Bonacci DMD | Bonacci Periodontics & Dental Implants LLC (#3 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Plains

2

Zielinski Family Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 2 Plains clinics offering dentures: #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Fred J. Bonacci DMD | Bonacci Periodontics & Dental Implants LLC (#3 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Plains

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

How much does a dentist cost in Plains?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Plains?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$100–$300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Teeth Cleaning$75–$200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Emergency Care$100–$500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Root Canal$700–$1,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Tooth Extraction$200–$700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Wisdom Teeth Removal$200–$700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Dental Implants$1,500–$6,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Invisalign$3,500–$7,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Braces$3,000–$7,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Dental Crowns$800–$1,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Dentures$1,000–$3,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Veneers$900–$2,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Teeth Whitening$200–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Dental Bonding$300–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Cosmetic Fillings$300–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Cosmetic Dentistry$500–$5,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania
Full Restoration$15,000–$50,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania

Emergency and weekend dentists in Plains

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 Plains dentists

We scored 3 Plains 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 Plains 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 Plains: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Plains?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Plains, PA is Waterfront Orthodontics (DR Score 65/100). It has a 4.8★ rating from 49 Google reviews. It is open 4 days a week. Zielinski Family Dentistry (#2) and Dr. Fred J. Bonacci DMD | Bonacci Periodontics & Dental Implants LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 3 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Plains?

No Plains clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by Zielinski Family Dentistry (#2). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Plains?

A dental cleaning in Plains typically costs $75–$200 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Pennsylvania. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

How many dentists are there in Plains?

DentistsRanked lists 3 dental clinics in Plains, PA, and 3 are ranked by DR Score. 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is invisalign, at 3 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Plains

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 3 clinics.

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