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Best Dentists in Potomac, MD (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Potomac: Melanie Goodman, DMD, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 16

    Best for kids and families: Dentistry for Children Maryland – Potomac, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #16 of 28.

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28 Potomac clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 2 are open Saturdays and 1 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 1 has a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Potomac at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Potomac at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreBest for
1Melanie Goodman, DMD73Overall, Implants
2Potomac Smile Dentistry73—
3Taff & Levine73—
4Amini Sara DDS67—
5Ben Liu67—
6Cohen Paul D DDS67—
7Dr. Arta Moaddab67—
8Dr. Behnaz Shakoori67—
9Dr. Hasan Osseiran67—
10Dr. Wilson Chang DDS67—

The 28 best dentists in Potomac, ranked

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

  1. #17 Standard Dental - Potomac Village

    9800 Falls Rd #104, Potomac, MD 20854, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 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 10 AM–5 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    State of the art dental practice, providing families with gentle and professional dental care. Friendly staff that is eager to make your dental experience a pleasant and comfortable one! Dr. Moaddab and Dr. Shatergholi are both graduates of Baltimore College of Dental Surgery. They are continuously keeping up to date with new dental treatments so they can offer their patients the best quality dental treatments available. We welcome new patients to experience dentistry in a…

    From Standard Dental - Potomac Village's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #18 Smile Arts Dentistry of Potomac

    7811 Montrose Rd Suite #320, Potomac, MD 20854

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 1 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Smile Arts Dentistry practices a full scope of general and cosmetic dentistry with expertise ranging from porcelain veneers to dental implants, crowns and bridges. Our dentists can now correct a wide variety of so-called permanent cosmetic dental problems, and can literally redesign your smile. Call us today to schedule your appointment!

    From Smile Arts Dentistry of Potomac's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #19 Dr. Farzam Tamami, DDS

    10006 Falls Rd, Potomac, MD 20854

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 1 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #21 Plover Pediatric Dentistry

    11325 Seven Locks Rd Ste 250, Potomac, MD 20854

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Plover Pediatric Dentistry, your child is the hero. We pride ourselves on providing individualized pediatric dentistry and care in Potomac, MD while sharing our expertise, so your child feels empowered to smile more! We make their visit all about them and give them our undivided attention. We want to support our young patients by educating them first and giving them a sense of security and peace (and their parents too!).

    From Plover Pediatric Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #23 Cabin John Dentistry

    7825 Tuckerman Ln #208, Potomac, MD 20854

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–4 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #25 Steven Janowitz, D.D.S.

    350 Fortune Terrace #101, Potomac, MD 20854

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–3:30 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

All 28 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #28, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

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Best dentists in Potomac by need

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

Best for emergency in Potomac

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

Best for kids in Potomac

16

Dentistry for Children Maryland – Potomac

Highest-ranked of 1 Potomac clinic offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #16 overall by DR Score and open 4 days a week.

General Dentistry in Potomac →

Best for implants in Potomac

1

Melanie Goodman, DMD

Highest-ranked of 27 Potomac clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Potomac Smile Dentistry (#2 overall)

Dental Implants in Potomac →

Best for invisalign & braces in Potomac

1

Melanie Goodman, DMD

Highest-ranked of 27 Potomac clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Potomac Smile Dentistry (#2 overall)

Invisalign in Potomac →

Best for root canal in Potomac

16

Dentistry for Children Maryland – Potomac

Highest-ranked of 28 Potomac clinics offering root canals: endodontist on staff, #4 for root canal and #16 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Melanie Goodman, DMD (#1 overall)

Root Canal in Potomac →

Best for cosmetic in Potomac

1

Melanie Goodman, DMD

Highest-ranked of 27 Potomac clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Potomac Smile Dentistry (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Potomac →

Best for dentures & seniors in Potomac

1

Melanie Goodman, DMD

Highest-ranked of 27 Potomac clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Potomac Smile Dentistry (#2 overall)

Dentures in Potomac →

Best for budget & insurance in Potomac

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

How much does a dentist cost in Potomac?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Potomac?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$120–$360DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Teeth Cleaning$90–$240DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Emergency Care$120–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Root Canal$840–$1,680DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Tooth Extraction$240–$840DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Wisdom Teeth Removal$240–$840DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Dental Implants$1,800–$7,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Invisalign$4,200–$9,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Braces$3,600–$8,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Dental Crowns$960–$2,160DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Dentures$1,200–$3,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Veneers$1,080–$3,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Teeth Whitening$240–$720DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Dental Bonding$360–$720DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Cosmetic Fillings$360–$720DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Cosmetic Dentistry$600–$6,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland
Full Restoration$18,000–$60,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland

Emergency and weekend dentists in Potomac

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 Potomac dentists

We scored 28 Potomac clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 duplicate listings). 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 Potomac 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 Potomac: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Potomac?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Potomac, MD is Melanie Goodman, DMD (DR Score 73/100). Potomac Smile Dentistry (#2) and Taff & Levine (#3) follow. We ranked 28 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Potomac are open on Saturday?

2 of 28 Potomac dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Smile Arts Dentistry of Potomac (until 1 PM) and Dr. Farzam Tamami, DDS (until 1 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.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Potomac?

No Potomac clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by Standard Dental - Potomac Village (#17). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Potomac?

A dental cleaning in Potomac typically costs $90–$240 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland. 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 Potomac?

Dentistry for Children Maryland – Potomac is the highest-ranked Potomac clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #16 of 28 by DR Score. It is open 4 days a week. 1 Potomac clinic has a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in Potomac?

DentistsRanked lists 28 dental clinics in Potomac, MD, and 28 are ranked by DR Score. 2 post Saturday hours and 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is root canal, at 28 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Potomac

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 28 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.