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Best Dentists in Wallingford, CT (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Wallingford: Dr. Nagesh Shrestha, DDS, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 34

    Best for evenings and weekends: Dr. Cynara C. Mcphail, DMD, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 12 PM; ranked #34 of 52.

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52 Wallingford clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 7 are open Saturdays, 1 on Sundays and 4 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 10 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Wallingford at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Wallingford at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreBest for
1Dr. Nagesh Shrestha, DDS73Overall, Implants
2Family Dentistry Of Derby73—
3New Haven Dental Group73—
4Richard B. Kaplan,DDS73—
5Becker Wendy F DDS67—
6Dental & Implant Center67—
7Dr. Daniel Bartel67—
8Dr. Hamilton Melissa DMD67—
9Dr. Muneet Nanda67—
10Elite Dental Group67—

The 52 best dentists in Wallingford, ranked

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

  3. #3 New Haven Dental Group

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at New Haven Dental GroupFull profile
    In their words

    New Haven Dental Group Hamden has served families in New Haven County for over 40 years. We have four convenient locations, including the one in Hamden, CT. Our team of general dentists and specialists offer a broad range of general dentistry services, including preventive, restorative, and cosmetic procedures. We are also able to provide start to finish dental implant care, orthodontics, and other advanced treatments. We accept most forms of PPO dental insurance and are…

    From New Haven Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Select Physical Therapy - Ansonia

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Select Physical Therapy - AnsoniaFull profile
    In their words

    At Select Physical Therapy, our experienced clinical team will design an individualized plan of care that aligns with your specific goals in mind. Through experience, advanced clinical training and clear communication with our patients, our therapy team will give you the advantage in recovery.We are proud to be part of the community and are committed to providing each patient with an exceptional experience that promotes healing and recovery in a safe, compassionate…

    From Select Physical Therapy - Ansonia's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 52 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #52, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Clover Dental Care654.9★ (247)Sat
27The Sleep Apnea Center of Connecticut605.0★ (5)
28Michael P. Gaudio, D.M.D.595.0★ (59)Evenings
29Zaidi Orthodontics584.8★ (143)
30Pawar Rekha DDS575.0★ (2)
31Astonishing Luxury Incorporated57Sat · Sun
32Gold Julius w DDS565.0★ (1)
33Progressive Dental565.0★ (1)
34Dr. Cynara C. Mcphail, DMD53Evenings · Sat
35Quinnipiac Endo CT PC514.6★ (17)
36Confi Dental Clinic47Sat
37Dr. Azra Saleem47Sat
38Wolfy Dental Group47Sat
39Dr. Leif E. Washer, DMD465.0★ (1)
40Easton Dental37Evenings · Sat
41Smilen Dental Group, P.C.37
42Nova Dental37
43Schupack Family Dentistry37
44Forrester Dental37
45Alice Yang Family Dentistry, PC37
46Advanced Dental of Wallingford37
47Fantarella Dental Group Wallingford37
48Henry Schein33
49Feldman Orthodontics33
50Dr. Randy Greenberg DMD,MAGD33
51Zwiebel Roland J DDS15
52Aspen dental/Wallingford8

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Best dentists in Wallingford by need

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Best for emergency in Wallingford

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

Best for kids in Wallingford

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

Best for implants in Wallingford

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Dr. Nagesh Shrestha, DDS

Highest-ranked of 43 Wallingford clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Family Dentistry Of Derby (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Wallingford

29

Zaidi Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 40 Wallingford clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #5 for invisalign and #29 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Nagesh Shrestha, DDS (#1 overall)

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Best for root canal in Wallingford

35

Quinnipiac Endo CT PC

Highest-ranked of 40 Wallingford clinics offering root canals: endodontist on staff, #5 for root canal and #35 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Nagesh Shrestha, DDS (#1 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Wallingford

1

Dr. Nagesh Shrestha, DDS

Highest-ranked of 40 Wallingford clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Family Dentistry Of Derby (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Wallingford

1

Dr. Nagesh Shrestha, DDS

Highest-ranked of 39 Wallingford clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Family Dentistry Of Derby (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Wallingford

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

How much does a dentist cost in Wallingford?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Wallingford?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$130–$390DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut
Teeth Cleaning$98–$260DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut
Emergency Care$130–$650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut
Root Canal$910–$1,820DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut
Tooth Extraction$260–$910DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut
Wisdom Teeth Removal$260–$910DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut
Dental Implants$1,950–$7,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut
Invisalign$4,550–$9,750DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut
Braces$3,900–$9,100DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut
Dental Crowns$1,040–$2,340DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut
Dentures$1,300–$3,900DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut
Veneers$1,170–$3,250DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut
Teeth Whitening$260–$780DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut
Dental Bonding$390–$780DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut
Cosmetic Fillings$390–$780DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut
Cosmetic Dentistry$650–$6,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut
Full Restoration$19,500–$65,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut

Emergency and weekend dentists in Wallingford

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 Wallingford dentists

We scored 52 Wallingford clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Wallingford 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 Wallingford: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Wallingford?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Wallingford, CT is Dr. Nagesh Shrestha, DDS (DR Score 73/100). Family Dentistry Of Derby (#2) and New Haven Dental Group (#3) follow. We ranked 52 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Wallingford are open on Saturday?

7 of 52 Wallingford dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Clover Dental Care (until 2 PM), Astonishing Luxury Incorporated (until 6 PM) and Dr. Cynara C. Mcphail, DMD (until 12 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 Wallingford?

No Wallingford clinic lists emergency care, but 4 are open after 6 PM, led by Main Street Dental (#25) and Michael P. Gaudio, D.M.D. (#28). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Wallingford?

A dental cleaning in Wallingford typically costs $98–$260 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Connecticut. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

How many dentists are there in Wallingford?

DentistsRanked lists 52 dental clinics in Wallingford, CT, and 52 are ranked by DR Score. 7 post Saturday hours and 4 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 47 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Wallingford

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 52 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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