45/100
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 188 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 188 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 10 AM–4 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
Best Dentists in Roxbury, MA (2026)
5 clinics ranked by DR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Roxbury: Roxbury Dental @Dudley, 5.0★ from 188 Google reviews, open Saturdays until 2 PM and 2 of 17 services.
- 2
Best for kids and families: Dental Dreams - Roxbury, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #2 of 5.
- 3
Best for evenings and weekends: Whittier Street Health Center @ FREDERICA M. WILLIAMS BUILDING, open evenings until 8 PM and Saturdays until 5 PM; ranked #3 of 5.
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5 Roxbury clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 4 are open Saturdays and 1 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 4 have a Google rating on file.
Top 5 dentists in Roxbury at a glance
| Rank | Clinic | DR Score | Rating (reviews) | Evenings / weekends | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roxbury Dental @Dudley | 45 | 5.0★ (188) | Sat | Overall |
| 2 | Dental Dreams - Roxbury | 44 | 4.5★ (889) | Sat | Kids |
| 3 | Whittier Street Health Center @ FREDERICA M. WILLIAMS BUILDING | 43 | 3.4★ (592) | Evenings · Sat | Evenings & weekends |
| 4 | Cortland Dental & Braces | 38 | 4.1★ (203) | Sat | Invisalign & braces |
| 5 | Hughes Christopher DDS | 3 | — | — | — |
The 5 best dentists in Roxbury, ranked
Ordered by DR Score, a 0–100 score from 6 published factors. Scores refresh weekly.
#2 Dental Dreams - Roxbury
3033 Washington St, Roxbury, MA 02119
44/100Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 889 Google reviews, the most in Roxbury.
- 4.5from 889 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
#3 Whittier Street Health Center @ FREDERICA M. WILLIAMS BUILDING
1290 Tremont St 5th Floor, Roxbury, MA 02120
43/100Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 3.4★ from 592 Google reviews.
- 3.4from 592 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
#4 Cortland Dental & Braces
2181 Washington St, Roxbury, MA 02119
38/100Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.1★ from 203 Google reviews.
- 4.1from 203 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
#5 Hughes Christopher DDS
801 Albany St, Roxbury, MA 02119
3/10085% of factors measuredRanked #5 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services, profile completeness, claimed profile and partnered.
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Best dentists in Roxbury by need
One pick per need, with the clinic that comes next. Every pick names the condition it wins on.
Best for emergency in Roxbury
No Roxbury clinic lists emergency or same-day care in our data yet.
Best for kids in Roxbury
2
Highest-ranked of 2 Roxbury clinics offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #2 overall by DR Score and open Saturdays until 4 PM.
Runner-up: Hughes Christopher DDS (#5 overall)
Best for implants in Roxbury
No Roxbury clinic lists dental implants in our data yet.
Best for invisalign & braces in Roxbury
4
Highest-ranked of 1 Roxbury clinic offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff and #4 overall by DR Score.
Best for root canal in Roxbury
No Roxbury clinic lists root canals in our data yet.
Best for cosmetic in Roxbury
No Roxbury clinic lists cosmetic dentistry in our data yet.
Best for dentures & seniors in Roxbury
No Roxbury clinic lists dentures in our data yet.
Best for budget & insurance in Roxbury
No Roxbury clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.
How much does a dentist cost in Roxbury?
Typical prices before insurance, in USD. Each row names its source.
| Service | Typical price (USD) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| General Dentistry | $135–$405 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts |
| Teeth Cleaning | $101–$270 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts |
| Invisalign | $4,725–$10,125 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts |
| Braces | $4,050–$9,450 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts |
Emergency and weekend dentists in Roxbury
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.
- Call (617) 445-7050
Mon–Wed 10 AM–4 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
Saturday
- Call (617) 541-2200
Mon–Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
Saturday
- Call (617) 427-1000
Whittier Street Health Center @ FREDERICA M. WILLIAMS BUILDING#3
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
Evenings · Saturday
- Call (857) 407-0029
How we ranked Roxbury dentists
We scored 5 Roxbury clinics on 8 factors: reputation 25%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%, claimed profile 15%, partnered 5%. Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 22, 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 Roxbury data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed clinic in the city | 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 |
| Claimed profile | 15% | The practice has claimed and verified its DentistsRanked profile (free or paid) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The practice links to DentistsRanked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
Dentists in Roxbury: frequently asked questions
Who is the best dentist in Roxbury?
By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Roxbury, MA is Roxbury Dental @Dudley (DR Score 45/100). It has a 5.0★ rating from 188 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 2 PM. Dental Dreams - Roxbury (#2) and Whittier Street Health Center @ FREDERICA M. WILLIAMS BUILDING (#3) follow. We ranked 5 clinics on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
Which dentists in Roxbury are open on Saturday?
4 of 5 Roxbury dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Roxbury Dental @Dudley (until 2 PM), Dental Dreams - Roxbury (until 4 PM) and Whittier Street Health Center @ FREDERICA M. WILLIAMS BUILDING (until 5 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 Roxbury?
No Roxbury clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by Whittier Street Health Center @ FREDERICA M. WILLIAMS BUILDING (#3). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.
How much is a dental cleaning in Roxbury?
A dental cleaning in Roxbury typically costs $101–$270 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts. 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 Roxbury?
Dental Dreams - Roxbury is the highest-ranked Roxbury clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #2 of 5 by DR Score. It is open Saturdays until 4 PM. 2 Roxbury clinics have a pediatric dentist in our data.
How many dentists are there in Roxbury?
DentistsRanked lists 5 dental clinics in Roxbury, MA, and 5 are ranked by DR Score. 4 post Saturday hours and 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 4 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.
Update log for Roxbury
- : DR Scores recalculated for 5 clinics.
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