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Best Dentists in River Edge, NJ (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in River Edge: The Smile Club, 4.8★ from 216 Google reviews, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM and 2 of 17 services.

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    Best for kids and families: The Smile Club, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #1 of 9.

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    Best for evenings and weekends: The Smile Club, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM; ranked #1 of 9.

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9 River Edge clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 5 are open Saturdays and 4 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 6 have a Google rating on file.

Top 9 dentists in River Edge at a glance

Top 9 dentists in River Edge at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1The Smile Club694.8★ (216)Evenings · SatOverall, Kids
2Malki Dental685.0★ (222)EveningsImplants
3Gary J. Nicoletti, D.M.D.675.0★ (153)Sat—
4O'Neill Dental Associates67——Root canal, Cosmetic
5Feiler Dental Associates644.8★ (185)SatInvisalign & braces
6Marlen Elite Dental Wellness604.9★ (130)——
7Dr. Michael C. Tsimis604.8★ (17)Evenings · Sat—
8River Edge Dental57—Evenings · Sat—
9Avant Garde Dental Arts of River Edge37———

The 9 best dentists in River Edge, ranked

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

  1. #2 Malki Dental

    111 Kinderkamack Rd, River Edge, NJ 07661

    68/100

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 222 Google reviews, the most Google reviews in River Edge (222).

    • 5.0from 222 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 11 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    Implants

  2. #8 River Edge Dental

    130 Kinderkamack Rd #303, River Edge, NJ 07661

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–1 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At River Edge Dental, we want to be your first choice when you’re looking for excellent dental care in River Edge, NJ. Our team specializes in general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry, ensuring that when you’re looking for treatments, services, and care in the River Edge area that meets your needs, you’ll find everything you need here! We are committed to not only caring for your smile but creating reasons for you to smile in the process; our philosophy at River Edge…

    From River Edge Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #9 Avant Garde Dental Arts of River Edge

    117 Kinderkamack Rd #200, River Edge, NJ 07661

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Trusted dental office serving River Edge , Paramus, New Milford ,Frankling Lakes , Wyckoff . Providing veriety of services as Laser Dentistry , Cerec Doctor , One day Dentistry , Implant Placement , Invisalign provider , Zoom Whitening , Oral Surgeon , Hygiene , Emergencies, Pain namagment , Gum treatment , periodontal issues , family dentistry , cosmetic dentist , veneer dentist , sleep apnea, sleep study , Ct scan , pain , dental emergency , preventative dentistry ,…

    From Avant Garde Dental Arts of River Edge's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Best dentists in River Edge by need

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

Best for emergency in River Edge

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

Best for kids in River Edge

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The Smile Club

Highest-ranked of 1 River Edge clinic offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #1 overall by DR Score and open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM.

General Dentistry in River Edge →

Best for implants in River Edge

2

Malki Dental

Highest-ranked of 5 River Edge clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: O'Neill Dental Associates (#4 overall)

Dental Implants in River Edge →

Best for invisalign & braces in River Edge

5

Feiler Dental Associates

Highest-ranked of 5 River Edge clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #1 for invisalign and #5 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Michael C. Tsimis (#7 overall)

Invisalign in River Edge →

Best for root canal in River Edge

4

O'Neill Dental Associates

Highest-ranked of 3 River Edge clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #4 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: River Edge Dental (#8 overall)

Root Canal in River Edge →

Best for cosmetic in River Edge

4

O'Neill Dental Associates

Highest-ranked of 3 River Edge clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #4 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: River Edge Dental (#8 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in River Edge →

Best for dentures & seniors in River Edge

4

O'Neill Dental Associates

Highest-ranked of 3 River Edge clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #4 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: River Edge Dental (#8 overall)

Dentures in River Edge →

Best for budget & insurance in River Edge

No River Edge clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in River Edge?

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

How much does a dentist cost in River Edge?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$130–$390DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Teeth Cleaning$98–$260DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Emergency Care$130–$650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Root Canal$910–$1,820DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Tooth Extraction$260–$910DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Wisdom Teeth Removal$260–$910DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Dental Implants$1,950–$7,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Invisalign$4,550–$9,750DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Braces$3,900–$9,100DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Dental Crowns$1,040–$2,340DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Dentures$1,300–$3,900DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Veneers$1,170–$3,250DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Teeth Whitening$260–$780DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Dental Bonding$390–$780DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Cosmetic Fillings$390–$780DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Cosmetic Dentistry$650–$6,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey
Full Restoration$19,500–$65,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey

Emergency and weekend dentists in River Edge

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 River Edge dentists

We scored 9 River Edge 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 River Edge 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 River Edge: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in River Edge?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in River Edge, NJ is The Smile Club (DR Score 69/100). It has a 4.8★ rating from 216 Google reviews. It is open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM. Malki Dental (#2) and Gary J. Nicoletti, D.M.D. (#3) follow. We ranked 9 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in River Edge are open on Saturday?

5 of 9 River Edge dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are The Smile Club (until 2 PM), Gary J. Nicoletti, D.M.D. (until 1 PM) and Feiler Dental Associates (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 River Edge?

No River Edge clinic lists emergency care, but 4 are open after 6 PM, led by The Smile Club (#1) and Malki Dental (#2). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in River Edge?

A dental cleaning in River Edge 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.

Who is the best kids' dentist in River Edge?

The Smile Club is the highest-ranked River Edge clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #1 of 9 by DR Score. It is open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM. 1 River Edge clinic has a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in River Edge?

DentistsRanked lists 9 dental clinics in River Edge, NJ, and 9 are ranked by DR Score. 5 post Saturday hours and 4 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 5 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for River Edge

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 9 clinics.