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Best Dentists in Tuscaloosa, AL (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Tuscaloosa: Emergency Dental Tuscaloosa, DR Score 77/100, open 7 days until 12 AM and 17 of 17 services.

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    Best for same-day emergencies: Emergency Dental Tuscaloosa, emergency care, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #1 of 58.

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    Best for evenings and weekends: Emergency Dental Tuscaloosa, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #1 of 58.

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58 Tuscaloosa clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 2 are open Saturdays, 1 on Sundays and 2 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 1 list emergency care. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 10 dentists in Tuscaloosa at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Tuscaloosa at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekendsBest for
1Emergency Dental Tuscaloosa77Evenings · Sat · SunOverall, Emergencies
2Good Samaritan Clinic73——
3John R Crump DMD73——
4Smile Design Center: Dr. George E Hydrick, DDS73——
5West Alabama Dental73——
6Carlson G N DDS67——
7Diaz Joseph P DDS67——
8Dr. David D. Nelson, DMD67——
9Dr. Russell A. Lamoureux Sr, DMD67——
10Dr. Thomas H. Patton III, DMD67——

The 58 best dentists in Tuscaloosa, ranked

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

  22. #22 Aspen Dental

    940 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, Tuscaloosa, AL 35404

    43/10030% 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–Wed 7 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 7 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile(205) 535-3205
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Tuscaloosa,AL offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday - Friday 6:30am -11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am - 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am - 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care…

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

  23. #23 Riverview Dental Designs

    805 Rice Mine N Rd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406

    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 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 7 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Riverview Dental DesignsFull profile(205) 448-8277
    In their words

    If you've been looking for a dental office that listens, truly cares, and treats you with respect, you've found your new dental home! The team at Riverview Dental Designs makes dentistry not only gentle, but enjoyable! We are a family-friendly, general, restorative and cosmetic dental practice and we are here to help patients just like you find the healthy, strong, and yes - beautiful - smile they deserve.

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

All 58 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #58, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Dr. Rodney M. Marshall, DMD37
27Johnson & Marshall Dentistry37
28Mark Tickle DMD Family & Implant Dentistry37
29Tuscaloosa Pediatric Dentistry37
30Wright & Smith Dentistry37
31Capstone Dental Care37
32Vandervoort Family Dentistry - Will Vandervoort, DMD & Jordan Smith, DMD37
33Christopher T. Taylor, DMD37
34The Smile Design Center37
35Children and Teen Dental of Alabama - Tuscaloosa (Mcfarland Blvd.)37
36Dental Care South37
37Lakeside Dental37
38Northbank Family Dental37
39Rhodes & Rhodes Family Dentistry37
40University General Dentistry37
41Whitaker Family & Cosmetic Dentistry37
42Tuscaloosa General Dentistry37
43North River Dental Associates37
44West Alabama Dental Center37
45Tuscaloosa Family Dental37
46Camellia Dental Care37
47Southern Smiles Dental Center37
48Advantage Dental+ | Tuscaloosa33
49Theodore R Hendrix Dental Center33
50Davis Dental33
51Dr. William D. Roe, DMD33
52Valentin A. Ferro, DMD33
53Will Wagner, DMD33
54David A. Scott, DMD33
55Dr. John T. Carlson Jr, DMD33
56Williamson Fonda28
57Black Warrior Dental Center27Sat
58Renaissance Dental17

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Best dentists in Tuscaloosa by need

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Best for emergency in Tuscaloosa

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Emergency Dental Tuscaloosa

Highest-ranked of 1 Tuscaloosa clinic offering emergency or same-day care: #1 for emergency care, #1 overall by DR Score and open 7 days until 12 AM.

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Best for kids in Tuscaloosa

No Tuscaloosa clinic lists kid-friendly care in our data yet.

Best for implants in Tuscaloosa

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Emergency Dental Tuscaloosa

Highest-ranked of 58 Tuscaloosa clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Good Samaritan Clinic (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Tuscaloosa

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Emergency Dental Tuscaloosa

Highest-ranked of 55 Tuscaloosa clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Good Samaritan Clinic (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in Tuscaloosa

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Emergency Dental Tuscaloosa

Highest-ranked of 55 Tuscaloosa clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Good Samaritan Clinic (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Tuscaloosa

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Emergency Dental Tuscaloosa

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

Runner-up: Good Samaritan Clinic (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Tuscaloosa

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Emergency Dental Tuscaloosa

Highest-ranked of 55 Tuscaloosa clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Good Samaritan Clinic (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Tuscaloosa

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

How much does a dentist cost in Tuscaloosa?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Tuscaloosa?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$92–$276DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Teeth Cleaning$69–$184DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Emergency Care$92–$460DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Root Canal$644–$1,288DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Tooth Extraction$184–$644DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Wisdom Teeth Removal$184–$644DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Dental Implants$1,380–$5,520DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Invisalign$3,220–$6,900DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Braces$2,760–$6,440DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Dental Crowns$736–$1,656DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Dentures$920–$2,760DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Veneers$828–$2,300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Teeth Whitening$184–$552DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Dental Bonding$276–$552DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Cosmetic Fillings$276–$552DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Cosmetic Dentistry$460–$4,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama
Full Restoration$13,800–$46,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama

Emergency and weekend dentists in Tuscaloosa

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 Tuscaloosa dentists

We scored 58 Tuscaloosa clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 4 were excluded (4 duplicate listings). Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. 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 Tuscaloosa data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
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 Tuscaloosa: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Tuscaloosa?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Tuscaloosa, AL is Emergency Dental Tuscaloosa (DR Score 77/100). It is open 7 days until 12 AM. Good Samaritan Clinic (#2) and John R Crump DMD (#3) follow. We ranked 58 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Tuscaloosa are open on Saturday?

2 of 58 Tuscaloosa dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Emergency Dental Tuscaloosa (until 12 AM) and Black Warrior Dental Center (until 3 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 Tuscaloosa?

1 Tuscaloosa clinic lists emergency or same-day dental care. The highest-ranked is Emergency Dental Tuscaloosa (#1). 2 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 Tuscaloosa?

A dental cleaning in Tuscaloosa typically costs $69–$184 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Alabama. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

How many dentists are there in Tuscaloosa?

DentistsRanked lists 58 dental clinics in Tuscaloosa, AL, and 58 are ranked by DR Score. 2 post Saturday hours and 2 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 Tuscaloosa

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 58 clinics.
  2. : 4 duplicate listings merged.

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