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Best Dentists in Saugus, MA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Saugus: Lilac Dental, 4.9★ from 248 Google reviews, open 5 days a week and 2 of 17 services.

  2. 6

    Best for kids and families: Saugus Smiles - Dentistry, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #6 of 13.

  3. 10

    Best for evenings and weekends: Gentle Dental Saugus, open evenings until 8 PM and Saturdays until 4 PM; ranked #10 of 13.

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13 Saugus clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 4 are open Saturdays and 4 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 11 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Saugus at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Saugus at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1Lilac Dental654.9★ (248)—Overall
2Aspen Dental - Saugus, MA654.7★ (925)EveningsRoot canal
3Saugus Dental Center624.8★ (209)Sat—
4Dental Arts of Saugus624.8★ (131)Evenings—
5Stephen Petinge DMD625.0★ (205)Evenings—
6Saugus Smiles - Dentistry624.9★ (154)SatKids, Implants
7Saugus Dentistry and Braces604.8★ (190)—Invisalign & braces
8Boston North Dental Associates604.9★ (161)—Cosmetic
9Han Soo Lho, DMD593.6★ (16)——
10Gentle Dental Saugus57—Evenings · SatEvenings & weekends, Dentures & seniors

The 13 best dentists in Saugus, ranked

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

  10. #10 Gentle Dental Saugus

    1423 Broadway, Saugus, MA 01906

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 8 PM and Saturdays until 4 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 8:30 AM–8 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Gentle Dental SaugusFull profile(781) 850-4484
    In their words

    Gentle Dental Saugus serves Saugus, Melrose, Lynn, and Swampscott. Whether you need a dental cleaning or a crown, Gentle Dental Saugus has a specialist on staff who can provide you with the oral care you need. Take advantage of the $57 New Patient Offer and our convenient extended hours. Book your appointment today. Gentle Dental has some of the best Dentists in Saugus, MA. Our office features the latest in dental technology including all-digital x-rays, and digital patient…

    From Gentle Dental Saugus's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Best dentists in Saugus by need

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Best for emergency in Saugus

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

Best for kids in Saugus

6

Saugus Smiles - Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 4 Saugus clinics offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #6 overall by DR Score and open Saturdays until 5 PM.

Runner-up: Saugus Dentistry and Braces (#7 overall)

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Best for implants in Saugus

6

Saugus Smiles - Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 3 Saugus clinics offering dental implants: oral surgeon on staff, #1 for implants and #6 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Stephen Petinge DMD (#5 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Saugus

7

Saugus Dentistry and Braces

Highest-ranked of 3 Saugus clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #1 for invisalign and #7 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Lux Dental for Kids (#11 overall)

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Best for root canal in Saugus

2

Aspen Dental - Saugus, MA

Highest-ranked of 2 Saugus clinics offering root canals: endodontist on staff and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Gentle Dental Saugus (#10 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Saugus

8

Boston North Dental Associates

Highest-ranked of 3 Saugus clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #8 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Gentle Dental Saugus (#10 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Saugus

10

Gentle Dental Saugus

Highest-ranked of 1 Saugus clinic offering dentures: #10 overall by DR Score.

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Best for budget & insurance in Saugus

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

How much does a dentist cost in Saugus?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Saugus?
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 Saugus

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 Saugus dentists

We scored 13 Saugus 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 Saugus 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 Saugus: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Saugus?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Saugus, MA is Lilac Dental (DR Score 65/100). It has a 4.9★ rating from 248 Google reviews. It is open 5 days a week. Aspen Dental - Saugus, MA (#2) and Saugus Dental Center (#3) follow. We ranked 13 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Saugus are open on Saturday?

4 of 13 Saugus dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Saugus Dental Center (until 2 PM), Saugus Smiles - Dentistry (until 5 PM) and Gentle Dental Saugus (until 4 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 Saugus?

No Saugus clinic lists emergency care, but 4 are open after 6 PM, led by Aspen Dental - Saugus, MA (#2) and Dental Arts of Saugus (#4). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Saugus?

A dental cleaning in Saugus 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 Saugus?

Saugus Smiles - Dentistry is the highest-ranked Saugus clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #6 of 13 by DR Score. It is open Saturdays until 5 PM. 4 Saugus clinics have a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in Saugus?

DentistsRanked lists 13 dental clinics in Saugus, MA, and 13 are ranked by DR Score. 4 post Saturday hours and 4 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 6 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Saugus

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 13 clinics.

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