Skip to content
DentistsRanked

Best Dentists in Wakefield, RI (2026)

12 clinics ranked by DR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Wakefield: South County Smiles, 4.9★ from 1,994 Google reviews, open 5 days a week and 2 of 17 services.

  2. 4

    Best for same-day emergencies: Gaetan Charbonneau Ltd, emergency care; ranked #4 of 12.

  3. 2

    Best for kids and families: Capalbo Dental Group of Wakefield, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #2 of 12.

  4. 4

    Best for evenings and weekends: Gaetan Charbonneau Ltd, open evenings until 12 AM and Saturdays until 12 AM, with emergency care; ranked #4 of 12.

Rankings can't be bought. Booking through us earns you a $60 gift card and doesn’t affect order. How we rank

12 Wakefield clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 is open Saturdays and 2 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 1 list emergency care. 9 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Wakefield at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Wakefield at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1South County Smiles684.9★ (1,994)—Overall, Invisalign & braces
2Capalbo Dental Group of Wakefield604.9★ (318)—Kids, Root canal
3DeQuattro Orthodontics - Wakefield594.9★ (244)——
4Gaetan Charbonneau Ltd585.0★ (5)Evenings · SatEmergencies, Evenings & weekends
5Thundermist Dental of South County533.8★ (39)Evenings—
6Tower Hill Dental525.0★ (15)——
7Coastline Dental505.0★ (5)—Cosmetic
8James R. Mullane, DDS493.6★ (46)—Implants
9Donna M. Hagerty, DDS485.0★ (2)——
10Boscia Paul N DDS15———

The 12 best dentists in Wakefield, ranked

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

Find the right dentist in Wakefield

Answer 2 quick questions and we'll help you find a dentist that fits your needs, location and availability.

Wakefield, RI

Book through DentistsRanked and get a $60 Amazon gift card. Terms

Step 1 of 2

What service are you looking for?

  • 100% free for patients
  • No commitment

Best dentists in Wakefield by need

One pick per need, with the clinic that comes next. Every pick names the condition it wins on.

Best for emergency in Wakefield

4

Gaetan Charbonneau Ltd

Highest-ranked of 1 Wakefield clinic offering emergency or same-day care: #4 overall by DR Score and open evenings until 12 AM and Saturdays until 12 AM, with emergency care.

Emergency Care in Wakefield →

Best for kids in Wakefield

2

Capalbo Dental Group of Wakefield

Highest-ranked of 2 Wakefield clinics offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #2 overall by DR Score and open 4 days a week.

Runner-up: South County Pediatric Dentistry (#12 overall)

General Dentistry in Wakefield →

Best for implants in Wakefield

8

James R. Mullane, DDS

Highest-ranked of 2 Wakefield clinics offering dental implants: oral surgeon on staff and #8 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Tower Hill Dental (#6 overall)

Dental Implants in Wakefield →

Best for invisalign & braces in Wakefield

1

South County Smiles

Highest-ranked of 2 Wakefield clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: DeQuattro Orthodontics - Wakefield (#3 overall)

Invisalign in Wakefield →

Best for root canal in Wakefield

2

Capalbo Dental Group of Wakefield

Highest-ranked of 1 Wakefield clinic offering root canals: endodontist on staff and #2 overall by DR Score.

Root Canal in Wakefield →

Best for cosmetic in Wakefield

7

Coastline Dental

Highest-ranked of 1 Wakefield clinic offering cosmetic dentistry: #7 overall by DR Score.

Cosmetic Dentistry in Wakefield →

Best for dentures & seniors in Wakefield

No Wakefield clinic lists dentures in our data yet.

Best for budget & insurance in Wakefield

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

How much does a dentist cost in Wakefield?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Wakefield?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$100–$300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Rhode Island
Teeth Cleaning$75–$200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Rhode Island
Root Canal$700–$1,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Rhode Island
Tooth Extraction$200–$700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Rhode Island
Wisdom Teeth Removal$200–$700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Rhode Island
Dental Implants$1,500–$6,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Rhode Island
Invisalign$3,500–$7,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Rhode Island
Braces$3,000–$7,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Rhode Island
Veneers$900–$2,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Rhode Island
Teeth Whitening$200–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Rhode Island
Cosmetic Dentistry$500–$5,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Rhode Island

Emergency and weekend dentists in Wakefield

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 Wakefield dentists

We scored 12 Wakefield 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 Wakefield 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 Wakefield: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Wakefield?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Wakefield, RI is South County Smiles (DR Score 68/100). It has a 4.9★ rating from 1,994 Google reviews. It is open 5 days a week. Capalbo Dental Group of Wakefield (#2) and DeQuattro Orthodontics - Wakefield (#3) follow. We ranked 12 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Wakefield are open on Saturday?

1 of 12 Wakefield dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Gaetan Charbonneau Ltd (until 12 AM). 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 Wakefield?

1 Wakefield clinic lists emergency or same-day dental care. The highest-ranked is Gaetan Charbonneau Ltd (#4). 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 Wakefield?

A dental cleaning in Wakefield typically costs $75–$200 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Rhode Island. 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 Wakefield?

Capalbo Dental Group of Wakefield is the highest-ranked Wakefield clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #2 of 12 by DR Score. It is open 4 days a week. 2 Wakefield clinics have a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in Wakefield?

DentistsRanked lists 12 dental clinics in Wakefield, RI, and 12 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 6 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Wakefield

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 12 clinics.

Related pages

Nearby cities