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Best Dentists in Salem, MA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Salem: Smile Designers Dental Office: Nicholas Affara DMD, 4.9★ from 166 Google reviews, open Saturdays until 1 PM and 1 of 17 services.

  2. 3

    Best for same-day emergencies: Coral Dental Care, emergency and same-day care; ranked #3 of 30.

  3. 4

    Best for kids and families: Brilliant Dental of Salem, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #4 of 30.

  4. 10

    Best for evenings and weekends: Salem Family Dental, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #10 of 30.

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30 Salem clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 8 are open Saturdays, 2 on Sundays and 6 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 2 list emergency care. 18 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Salem at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Salem at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1Smile Designers Dental Office: Nicholas Affara DMD694.9★ (166)SatOverall, Dentures & seniors
2Dr. Katz & Co.655.0★ (64)——
3Coral Dental Care65—SatEmergencies, Implants
4Brilliant Dental of Salem645.0★ (102)—Kids
5North Shore Oral Surgery and Implant Center644.9★ (1,035)——
6Paradise Dental Associates, LLC.634.8★ (444)SatRoot canal
7Broad Smiles Pediatric Dentistry635.0★ (720)—Invisalign & braces
8Burba Dental Partners614.9★ (292)——
9Garber Salem Family Dentistry614.9★ (405)——
10Salem Family Dental614.0★ (4)Evenings · Sat · SunEvenings & weekends

The 30 best dentists in Salem, ranked

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

  1. #3 Coral Dental Care

    8 Traders Way, Salem, MA 01970

    65/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 because of services and access: 16 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 5 PM, with emergency care.

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

    • Speaks English
    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Dentists
    Dr Ravi Patel, DMD

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+8 more

    In their words

    Coral Dental Care is a trusted dental clinic in Salem, MA, led by Dr. Ravi Patel. As a leading Salem dentist, we've served patients across Salem, Peabody, Beverly, Marblehead, and Swampscott, offering complete dental care for the whole family. Our services include general checkups, cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign, veneers, teeth whitening, implants, crowns, and root canals. As a trusted children's dentist in Salem, Massachusetts, and emergency dentist near you, we provide…

    From Coral Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #20 Aleris Salem Dental Center

    90 Lafayette St, Salem, MA 01970

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 3:30 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 9:30 AM–3:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Aleris Salem Dentists and all our staff are looking forward to make your next visit pain free and pleasant experience. Our dental clinic is located in Downtown Salem and close to a bus stop, Salem commuter rail station and Salem ferry station which makes it convenient to visit. ​We are proud to say that due to our experienced dentists we have patients coming from all the North Shore, MA including Peabody, Lynn, Swampscott, Boston and other towns of Massachusetts.

    From Aleris Salem Dental Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #21 Fisher & Orfaly Dental

    18 Hawthorne Blvd, Salem, MA 01970, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7:30 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7:30 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–7:30 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Fisher and Orfaly Dental is a family dental practice in Salem, MA that was started in 1974. Whether you're in need of cosmetic dental assistance, or your dental crowns and bridges have been compromised, our team of skilled dentists can assist you. Fisher and Orfaly Dental provides procedures such as Clear Aligners, Cleanings and Exams, Sealants and Fluoride, Tooth-Colored Fillings, Cosmetic Bonding, Crowns and Bridges, Dental Implants, Root Canal Therapy, Porcelain Veneers,…

    From Fisher & Orfaly Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #22 Mass Bay Dental - Salem

    226 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 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 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Need top-notch dental services in Salem, MA? At Mass Bay Dental, our top dentist near you offers exceptional dental services ranging from root canal and endodontics to dental implants, Invisalign®️, tooth extraction, dental emergency, teeth whitening, dental bonding, fillings, and sealants. We also have a pediatric dentist on call in our dental clinic in Salem, MA, to cater to our little patients’ dental needs. Our experienced Salem dentist utilizes advanced dental…

    From Mass Bay Dental - Salem's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #23 Highland Dental Group

    100 Highland Ave #103, Salem, MA 01970

    37/10030% 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 7 AM–6 PM · Tue 9:30 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

All 30 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #30, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

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Best dentists in Salem by need

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Best for emergency in Salem

3

Coral Dental Care

Highest-ranked of 2 Salem clinics offering emergency or same-day care: #1 for emergency care, #3 overall by DR Score and open Saturdays until 5 PM, with emergency care.

Runner-up: Salem Family Dental (#10 overall)

Emergency Care in Salem →

Best for kids in Salem

4

Brilliant Dental of Salem

Highest-ranked of 6 Salem clinics offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #4 overall by DR Score and open 5 days a week.

Runner-up: Paradise Dental Associates, LLC. (#6 overall)

General Dentistry in Salem →

Best for implants in Salem

3

Coral Dental Care

Highest-ranked of 7 Salem clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #3 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Essex Street Dental Medicine (#16 overall)

Dental Implants in Salem →

Best for invisalign & braces in Salem

7

Broad Smiles Pediatric Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 9 Salem clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #1 for invisalign and #7 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Joie Smiles Salem (#15 overall)

Invisalign in Salem →

Best for root canal in Salem

6

Paradise Dental Associates, LLC.

Highest-ranked of 6 Salem clinics offering root canals: endodontist on staff, #1 for root canal and #6 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Coral Dental Care (#3 overall)

Root Canal in Salem →

Best for cosmetic in Salem

3

Coral Dental Care

Highest-ranked of 7 Salem clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #3 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Burba Dental Partners (#8 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Salem →

Best for dentures & seniors in Salem

1

Smile Designers Dental Office: Nicholas Affara DMD

Highest-ranked of 6 Salem clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Coral Dental Care (#3 overall)

Dentures in Salem →

Best for budget & insurance in Salem

3

Coral Dental Care

Highest-ranked of 1 Salem clinic offering Medicaid or insurance: #3 overall by DR Score and lists insurance.

How much does a dentist cost in Salem?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Salem?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$135–$405DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Teeth Cleaning$101–$270DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Emergency Care$135–$675DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Root Canal$945–$1,890DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Tooth Extraction$270–$945DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Wisdom Teeth Removal$270–$945DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Dental Implants$2,025–$8,100DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Invisalign$4,725–$10,125DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Braces$4,050–$9,450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Dental Crowns$1,080–$2,430DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Dentures$1,350–$4,050DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Veneers$1,215–$3,375DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Teeth Whitening$270–$810DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Dental Bonding$405–$810DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Cosmetic Fillings$405–$810DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Cosmetic Dentistry$675–$6,750DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts
Full Restoration$20,250–$67,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts

Emergency and weekend dentists in Salem

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 Salem dentists

We scored 30 Salem 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 Salem 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 Salem: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Salem?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Salem, MA is Smile Designers Dental Office: Nicholas Affara DMD (DR Score 69/100). It has a 4.9★ rating from 166 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 1 PM. Dr. Katz & Co. (#2) and Coral Dental Care (#3) follow. We ranked 30 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Salem are open on Saturday?

8 of 30 Salem dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Smile Designers Dental Office: Nicholas Affara DMD (until 1 PM), Coral Dental Care (until 5 PM) and Paradise Dental Associates, LLC. (until 1 PM). 2 are also open on Sunday. Hours come from each clinic's listing as of October 2026, so call ahead on holidays.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Salem?

2 Salem clinics list emergency or same-day dental care. The highest-ranked are Coral Dental Care (#3) and Salem Family Dental (#10). 6 clinics are open after 6 PM on at least one weekday. For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Salem?

A dental cleaning in Salem 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 Salem?

Brilliant Dental of Salem is the highest-ranked Salem clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #4 of 30 by DR Score. It is open 5 days a week. 5 Salem clinics have a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in Salem?

DentistsRanked lists 30 dental clinics in Salem, MA, and 30 are ranked by DR Score. 8 post Saturday hours and 6 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 20 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Salem

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 30 clinics.