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Best Dentists in St. Catharines, ON (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in St. Catharines: Monarch Dentistry - Smile Dental Centre, 4.7★ from 496 Google reviews, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 3 PM and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 26

    Best for same-day emergencies: IntraDental Denture Clinic, emergency care; ranked #26 of 59.

  3. 2

    Best for kids and families: St. Catharines Family Dental Care, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #2 of 59.

  4. 1

    Best for evenings and weekends: Monarch Dentistry - Smile Dental Centre, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 3 PM; ranked #1 of 59.

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59 St. Catharines clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 12 are open Saturdays, 1 on Sundays and 24 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 1 list emergency care. 48 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in St. Catharines at a glance

Top 10 dentists in St. Catharines at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1Monarch Dentistry - Smile Dental Centre764.7★ (496)Evenings · SatOverall, Evenings & weekends
2St. Catharines Family Dental Care754.9★ (116)Evenings · SatKids
3Denlabco Limited73———
4Harbourside Dental725.0★ (206)Evenings—
5Martindale Dental - St.Catharines Dentist724.7★ (899)Evenings · Sat—
6Dental Hygiene of Niagara725.0★ (82)Evenings · Sat—
7The Tooth Corner714.5★ (60)Evenings · Sat · Sun—
8Dentistry on King704.8★ (80)Evenings · Sat—
9Carlton Dental704.7★ (266)——
10Uptown Dentistry at Lake704.8★ (90)Evenings · Sat—

The 59 best dentists in St. Catharines, ranked

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

  1. Ranked #1 in St. Catharines

    #1 Monarch Dentistry - Smile Dental Centre

    2 Tremont Dr, St. Catharines, ON L2T 3B2

    76/100

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 496 Google reviews, 496 Google reviews.

    • 4.7from 496 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Monarch Dentistry - Smile Dental CentreFull profile(905) 367-7451
    In their words

    Looking for a general, cosmetic, and emergency dentist near you? Visit the Smile Dental Centre in St. Catharine’s on Tremont drive for our comprehensive dental treatment prioritized for all patients. Smile Dental Centre is dedicated to patients of all ages, including pediatric dentistry, where our dentists specialize in making your children feel right. Our dental clinic near you has many dental treatment options. From cosmetic to restorative and orthodontics, we offer…

    From Monarch Dentistry - Smile Dental Centre's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  2. #2 St. Catharines Family Dental Care

    191 Welland Ave Unit 1, St. Catharines, ON L2R 2P2, Canada

    75/100

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 116 Google reviews, 116 Google reviews.

    • 4.9from 116 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat 8:30 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at St. Catharines Family Dental CareFull profile(905) 688-4644
    In their words

    St. Catharines Family Dental Care services the St. Catharines and Niagara region. At our clinic, experienced general and cosmetic dentists collaborate to provide you with comprehensive dental care. We prides ourselves in offering gentle and compassionate dentistry with the same care and comfort we would want for ourselves.

    From St. Catharines Family Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  5. #5 Martindale Dental - St.Catharines Dentist

    100 Martindale Rd #1, St. Catharines, ON L2S 2Y3, Canada

    72/100

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 899 Google reviews, the most Google reviews in St. Catharines (899).

    • 4.7from 899 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryEmergency careImplantsCrownsBondingCosmeticFull restoration

    Book appointment at Martindale Dental - St.Catharines DentistFull profile(905) 988-9004
    In their words

    Our Martindale Dental location is proud to serve as your St. Catharines Dentist. Our clinic location is 100 Martindale Road #1 L2S 2Y3. There is ample parking and public transit available. Our dental staff is professional, courteous, friendly and always ready to go the extra mile to ensure all our patients expectations are met. Our dental office uses only modern equipment and techniques to help deliver oral health care to all our patients. We offer full service dentistry in…

    From Martindale Dental - St.Catharines Dentist's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  6. #6 Dental Hygiene of Niagara

    2-365 Vine St, St. Catharines, ON L2M 4T9, Canada

    72/100

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and services: 5.0★ from 82 Google reviews, 17 of 17 services offered.

    • 5.0from 82 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 10 AM–5 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dental Hygiene of NiagaraFull profile(289) 362-4222
    In their words

    Dental Hygienist’s strive to help their clients attain and maintain their oral health. Check out our website for more information! *2017 Women in Business winner of Emerging Business of the Year! * Nominated for Niagara Entrepenur of the Year in the category of ‘Innovative Business’ 2017 * 2019 recipient of Niagara’s 40 under 40 business achievement award * 2019 Gold winner for St. Catharines Readers Choice under Best Dental Hygienist in the Professional category

    From Dental Hygiene of Niagara's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  11. #11 Dr. John Perri Family Dentistry

    261 Martindale Rd Unit 17, St. Catharines, ON L2W 1A2

    70/100

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 99 Google reviews, 99 Google reviews.

    • 4.9from 99 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 7:30 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. John Perri Family DentistryFull profile(905) 684-1603

  12. #12 Henley Dental

    2 Lakeshore Rd Suite 8, St. Catharines, ON L2N 7E4, Canada

    69/100

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 635 Google reviews, 635 Google reviews.

    • 4.9from 635 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryEmergency careImplantsCrownsBondingCosmeticFull restoration

    Book appointment at Henley DentalFull profile(905) 646-0096
    In their words

    We're a General Dentist office that prides ourselves in providing families & individuals with quality dentistry in the St. Catharines area. Services include emergency dental care as well as general family dentistry - teeth cleanings, fillings, sealants, crowns, extractions, dentures, implants, veneers, invisalign, root canals, oral cancer screening & more. Our staff are friendly, personable and love children. Our clinic is around the corner from the QEW and steps from the…

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

  16. #16 ABC Dental Only for Kids

    395 Ontario St, St. Catharines, ON L2N 7N6, Canada

    67/100

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 299 Google reviews, 299 Google reviews.

    • 4.7from 299 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at ABC Dental Only for KidsFull profile(905) 935-5437
    In their words

    We are a team of specialists who provide exceptional dental care for babies, children, and adolescents. Our goal is to make dentistry a better experience for kids and parents, and to educate them for a lifetime of healthy smiles. We provide all aspects of dental care for anyone under age of 18 years. We are located in St. Catharines, on Ontario Street, and we help all patients throughout the Niagara region. No referral necessary.

    From ABC Dental Only for Kids's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Saberton Denture & Implant

    245 Pelham Rd, St. Catharines, ON L2R 3E8, Canada

    67/100

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 203 Google reviews, 203 Google reviews.

    • 4.8from 203 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Saberton Denture & ImplantFull profile(905) 321-5930
    In their words

    Saberton Denture & Implant have been providing denture and implant solutions to thousands of residents in Southern Ontario since 1999. Originally named The Denture Centre Ontario, Saberton Denture & Implant changed their name in 2018 to better reflect owner P.J. Saberton's commitment to provide affordable denture and implant care to all. Along with dental implants and dentures, repair and reline services are also available. All consultations are free, resulting in patients…

    From Saberton Denture & Implant's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Fairview Mall Dental Centre

    285 Geneva St, St. Catharines, ON L2N 2G1, Canada

    67/100

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and services: 3.8★ from 9 Google reviews, 17 of 17 services offered.

    • 3.8from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Fairview Mall Dental CentreFull profile(905) 937-5055

  23. #23 Lakeport Dental

    95 Lakeport Rd, St. Catharines, ON L2N 4P9, Canada

    65/100

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and services: 4.4★ from 47 Google reviews, 17 of 17 services offered.

    • 4.4from 47 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–6 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lakeport DentalFull profile(905) 934-0235
    In their words

    Lakeport Dental has been proudly serving the residents of St. Catharines and the entire Niagara region for many years. Our office is home to more than just one dental specialist; we have a team of expert dentists, experienced hygienists, and even clinical assistants. We can care for our patients by providing them with emergency dental services, preventive, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry, dental crowns, white fillings, veneers, tooth bridges, root canals, oral cancer…

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

  25. #25 Lake Street Dental

    168 Lake St, St. Catharines, ON L2R 5Y7, Canada

    65/100

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 127 Google reviews, 127 Google reviews.

    • 4.5from 127 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lake Street DentalFull profile(905) 688-8403
    In their words

    At Lake Street Dental, our office is committed to providing you with the very best of care in a friendly and compassionate manner. We believe in treating our patients in a warm and comfortable environment whilst ensuring that they are aware of what is being treated every step of the way. No sugar coating involved! Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns!

    From Lake Street Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 59 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #59, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26IntraDental Denture Clinic655.0★ (9)
27Downtown Dental Centre654.6★ (107)Evenings · Sat
28Pavilion Dentistry654.9★ (214)Evenings
29Monarch Dentistry - Smile Dental Centre654.5★ (651)Sat
30Hayven Dentures655.0★ (68)
31Watts T Dr.644.9★ (11)Evenings
32Girardi Dental645.0★ (101)Sat
33St. Catharines Dental Implants & Oral Surgery634.6★ (94)
34Creek View Dental634.9★ (86)Evenings
35Port Dental Centre635.0★ (7)Evenings
36A Cleaner Smile Dental Hygiene Clinic624.7★ (15)
37Garden City Dental614.4★ (72)Evenings
38Turner Dental605.0★ (15)
39Northtown Dental Centre603.9★ (7)Evenings
40Linwell Park Dental Centre603.8★ (49)
41Sinclair K E Dr & Dr Amit Narwal605.0★ (6)
42Peracchia Dentistry583.5★ (44)
43The Tooth Corner St. Catharines Pelham Rd583.6★ (27)
44OraCare Dental582.5★ (8)
45Ciocca J Dr585.0★ (1)
46Mountainview Business Plaza585.0★ (1)
47Dentistry On Vine564.7★ (18)
48Chaarani Sam Denture Clinic564.7★ (25)
49Lakeside Dental555.0★ (10)
50Chan David S L Dr & Dr Amit Narwal535.0★ (8)
51Montague Denture Clinic514.3★ (4)
52Niagara Mini Dental Implant Center492.3★ (3)
53Glendale Dental Centre47Evenings
54Maplewood Dental37
55Affordable Laser & Cosmetic Clinic34
56Restore Your Smile28
57Smith Family Dentistry27Evenings
58Monarch Dentistry27Evenings
59Maplewood Dental - Dr. Mohamad S. Salame' BSc MSc DMD17

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Best dentists in St. Catharines by need

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Best for emergency in St. Catharines

26

IntraDental Denture Clinic

Highest-ranked of 1 St. Catharines clinic offering emergency or same-day care: #26 overall by DR Score and open 5 days a week, with emergency care.

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Best for kids in St. Catharines

2

St. Catharines Family Dental Care

Highest-ranked of 5 St. Catharines clinics offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #2 overall by DR Score and open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 3 PM.

Runner-up: Fourth Avenue Dental (#15 overall)

General Dentistry in St. Catharines →

Best for implants in St. Catharines

33

St. Catharines Dental Implants & Oral Surgery

Highest-ranked of 58 St. Catharines clinics offering dental implants: oral surgeon on staff, #1 for implants and #33 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Watts T Dr. (#31 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in St. Catharines

1

Monarch Dentistry - Smile Dental Centre

Highest-ranked of 35 St. Catharines clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: St. Catharines Family Dental Care (#2 overall)

Invisalign in St. Catharines →

Best for root canal in St. Catharines

1

Monarch Dentistry - Smile Dental Centre

Highest-ranked of 35 St. Catharines clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: St. Catharines Family Dental Care (#2 overall)

Root Canal in St. Catharines →

Best for cosmetic in St. Catharines

1

Monarch Dentistry - Smile Dental Centre

Highest-ranked of 58 St. Catharines clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: St. Catharines Family Dental Care (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in St. Catharines

1

Monarch Dentistry - Smile Dental Centre

Highest-ranked of 35 St. Catharines clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Saberton Denture & Implant (#20 overall)

Dentures in St. Catharines →

Best for budget & insurance in St. Catharines

No St. Catharines clinic lists CDCP or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in St. Catharines?

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

How much does a dentist cost in St. Catharines?
ServiceTypical price (CAD)Basis
General DentistryCA$135–CA$405DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario
Teeth CleaningCA$101–CA$270DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario
Emergency CareCA$135–CA$675DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario
Root CanalCA$945–CA$1,890DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario
Tooth ExtractionCA$270–CA$945DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario
Wisdom Teeth RemovalCA$270–CA$945DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario
Dental ImplantsCA$2,025–CA$8,100DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario
InvisalignCA$4,725–CA$10,125DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario
BracesCA$4,050–CA$9,450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario
Dental CrownsCA$1,080–CA$2,430DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario
DenturesCA$1,350–CA$4,050DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario
VeneersCA$1,215–CA$3,375DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario
Teeth WhiteningCA$270–CA$810DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario
Dental BondingCA$405–CA$810DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario
Cosmetic FillingsCA$405–CA$810DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario
Cosmetic DentistryCA$675–CA$6,750DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario
Full RestorationCA$20,250–CA$67,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario

Emergency and weekend dentists in St. Catharines

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 St. Catharines dentists

We scored 59 St. Catharines clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 27 were excluded (1 closed and 26 duplicate listings). 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 St. Catharines 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 St. Catharines: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in St. Catharines?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in St. Catharines, ON is Monarch Dentistry - Smile Dental Centre (DR Score 76/100). It has a 4.7★ rating from 496 Google reviews. It is open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 3 PM. St. Catharines Family Dental Care (#2) and Denlabco Limited (#3) follow. We ranked 59 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in St. Catharines are open on Saturday?

12 of 59 St. Catharines dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Monarch Dentistry - Smile Dental Centre (until 3 PM), St. Catharines Family Dental Care (until 3 PM) and Martindale Dental - St.Catharines Dentist (until 4 PM). 1 is 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 St. Catharines?

1 St. Catharines clinic lists emergency or same-day dental care. The highest-ranked is IntraDental Denture Clinic (#26). 24 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 St. Catharines?

A dental cleaning in St. Catharines typically costs CA$101–CA$270 (CAD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Ontario. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and CDCP or private insurance can cover part of the cost.

Who is the best kids' dentist in St. Catharines?

St. Catharines Family Dental Care is the highest-ranked St. Catharines clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #2 of 59 by DR Score. It is open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 3 PM. 5 St. Catharines clinics have a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in St. Catharines?

DentistsRanked lists 59 dental clinics in St. Catharines, ON, and 59 are ranked by DR Score. 12 post Saturday hours and 24 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 58 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for St. Catharines

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 59 clinics.
  2. : 26 duplicate listings merged.
  3. : 1 closed clinic removed.

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