63/10085% of factors measured
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, 9 Google reviews.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.
- 5.0from 9 Google reviews
Best Dentists in Scituate, MA (2026)
10 clinics ranked by DR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Scituate: Scituate Periodontics., 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews and 1 of 17 services.
- 5
Best for kids and families: Scituate Family Dental, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #5 of 10.
- 4
Best for evenings and weekends: Bradford D. Parsons, D.M.D., open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM; ranked #4 of 10.
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10 Scituate clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 is open Saturdays and 2 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 6 have a Google rating on file.
Top 10 dentists in Scituate at a glance
| Rank | Clinic | DR Score | Rating (reviews) | Evenings / weekends | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scituate Periodontics. | 63 | 5.0★ (9) | — | Overall, Implants |
| 2 | Pearl Dental Associates | 60 | 4.7★ (175) | — | — |
| 3 | Scituate Smiles Dental Clinic | 60 | 5.0★ (89) | — | — |
| 4 | Bradford D. Parsons, D.M.D. | 59 | 4.0★ (8) | Evenings · Sat | Evenings & weekends |
| 5 | Scituate Family Dental | 52 | 5.0★ (8) | — | Kids |
| 6 | Scituate Orthodontics: Jay T. Hodge, DMD | 52 | 5.0★ (2) | Evenings | Invisalign & braces |
| 7 | Dr. Seidel | 15 | — | — | — |
| 8 | Faggioli Nieca J DDS | 15 | — | — | — |
| 9 | Ronald James B DDS | 15 | — | — | — |
| 10 | Seidel John DDS | 15 | — | — | — |
The 10 best dentists in Scituate, ranked
Ordered by DR Score, a 0–100 score from 6 published factors. Scores refresh weekly.
#2 Pearl Dental Associates
56 New Driftway Ste 303, Scituate, MA 02066
60/100Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 175 Google reviews, the most Google reviews in Scituate (175).
- 4.7from 175 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon closed · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed
#3 Scituate Smiles Dental Clinic
754 Country Way, Scituate, MA 02066
60/100Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 89 Google reviews, 89 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 89 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
#4 Bradford D. Parsons, D.M.D.
173 Front St #2, Scituate, MA 02066
59/100Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews, 8 Google reviews.
- 4.0from 8 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
#5 Scituate Family Dental
56 New Driftway #205, Scituate, MA 02066
52/100Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, 8 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 8 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#6 Scituate Orthodontics: Jay T. Hodge, DMD
255 Chief Justice Cushing Hwy, Scituate, MA 02066
52/100Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 2 Google reviews, 2 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 2 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon closed · Tue 1 PM–6 PM · Wed 1 PM–7 PM · Thu 1 PM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed
#7 Dr. Seidel
156-218 Driftway, Scituate, MA 02066
15/10015% of factors measuredRanked #7 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
#8 Faggioli Nieca J DDS
56 New Driftway #305, Scituate, MA 02066
15/10015% of factors measuredRanked #8 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
#9 Ronald James B DDS
56 New Driftway Ste 102, Scituate, MA 02066
15/10015% of factors measuredRanked #9 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
#10 Seidel John DDS
53 New Driftway, Scituate, MA 02066
15/10015% of factors measuredRanked #10 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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Best dentists in Scituate by need
One pick per need, with the clinic that comes next. Every pick names the condition it wins on.
Best for emergency in Scituate
No Scituate clinic lists emergency or same-day care in our data yet.
Best for kids in Scituate
5
Highest-ranked of 1 Scituate clinic offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #5 overall by DR Score and open 5 days a week.
Best for implants in Scituate
1
Highest-ranked of 2 Scituate clinics offering dental implants: #1 overall by DR Score.
Runner-up: Pearl Dental Associates (#2 overall)
Best for invisalign & braces in Scituate
6
Scituate Orthodontics: Jay T. Hodge, DMD
Highest-ranked of 1 Scituate clinic offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff and #6 overall by DR Score.
Best for root canal in Scituate
No Scituate clinic lists root canals in our data yet.
Best for cosmetic in Scituate
No Scituate clinic lists cosmetic dentistry in our data yet.
Best for dentures & seniors in Scituate
No Scituate clinic lists dentures in our data yet.
Best for budget & insurance in Scituate
No Scituate clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.
How much does a dentist cost in Scituate?
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 |
| Emergency Care | $135–$675 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts |
| Dental Implants | $2,025–$8,100 | 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 Scituate
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 (781) 545-0039
Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
Evenings · Saturday
- Call (781) 545-3466
Scituate Orthodontics: Jay T. Hodge, DMD#6
Mon closed · Tue 1 PM–6 PM · Wed 1 PM–7 PM · Thu 1 PM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed
Evenings
How we ranked Scituate dentists
We scored 10 Scituate 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Scituate data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | 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 |
Dentists in Scituate: frequently asked questions
Who is the best dentist in Scituate?
By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Scituate, MA is Scituate Periodontics. (DR Score 63/100). It has a 5.0★ rating from 9 Google reviews. Pearl Dental Associates (#2) and Scituate Smiles Dental Clinic (#3) follow. We ranked 10 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.
Which dentists in Scituate are open on Saturday?
1 of 10 Scituate dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Bradford D. Parsons, D.M.D. (until 2 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 Scituate?
No Scituate clinic lists emergency care, but 2 are open after 6 PM, led by Bradford D. Parsons, D.M.D. (#4) and Scituate Orthodontics: Jay T. Hodge, DMD (#6). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.
How much is a dental cleaning in Scituate?
A dental cleaning in Scituate 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 Scituate?
Scituate Family Dental is the highest-ranked Scituate clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #5 of 10 by DR Score. It is open 5 days a week. 1 Scituate clinic has a pediatric dentist in our data.
How many dentists are there in Scituate?
DentistsRanked lists 10 dental clinics in Scituate, MA, and 10 are ranked by DR Score. 1 post Saturday hours and 2 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 7 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.
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- : DR Scores recalculated for 10 clinics.
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