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Best Dentists in Watauga, TX (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Watauga: Dentist, DR Score 67/100 and 17 of 17 services.

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

Top 10 dentists in Watauga at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Watauga at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekendsBest for
1Dentist67—Overall, Implants
2Dr. Tien K. Ngo, DDS67——
3Together In Dental Care67——
45 Star Dental47Evenings—
5Next Century Dental: Hegde Rashmi DDS43Sat—
6Dr. Isaac H. Le, DDS43Sat—
7Watauga Dental Center37——
8Joy Family Dental37——
9Watauga Family Dentistry.37——
10Dr. Kim L. Nelson, DDS37——

The 10 best dentists in Watauga, ranked

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

  1. #5 Next Century Dental: Hegde Rashmi DDS

    7748 Denton Hwy, Watauga, TX 76148, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 3 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #7 Watauga Dental Center

    5920 Watauga Rd, Watauga, TX 76148

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    About Watauga Dental Center/Bryan S. Carmichael DDS John McNeff DDS Watauga Dental is a family dental practice located in Watauga, Texas, offering comprehensive dental treatments and services. We provide a pleasant experience while delivering the best dental care you need to keep your smiles beautiful and healthy. Our mission is to provide complete dental treatment and maintain your oral health for a lifetime. We understand the seriousness of dental emergencies and treat all…

    From Watauga Dental Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #9 Watauga Family Dentistry.

    5710 Watauga Rd, Watauga, TX 76148, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 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–4 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #10 Dr. Kim L. Nelson, DDS

    6751 Rufe Snow Dr, Watauga, TX 76148

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue closed · Wed–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Hometown dental practice with decades of service but a newly rennovated space with all new equipment. We truly care for our patients and will always remember your name. Offering general dentistry and hygeine in a calm and caring environment. We always aim to make everyones dental experience as plesant and pain-free as possible.

    From Dr. Kim L. Nelson, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Best dentists in Watauga by need

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Best for emergency in Watauga

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

Best for kids in Watauga

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

Best for implants in Watauga

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Dentist

Highest-ranked of 10 Watauga clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Tien K. Ngo, DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Watauga

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Dentist

Highest-ranked of 10 Watauga clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Tien K. Ngo, DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in Watauga

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Dentist

Highest-ranked of 10 Watauga clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Tien K. Ngo, DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Watauga

1

Dentist

Highest-ranked of 10 Watauga clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Tien K. Ngo, DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Watauga

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Dentist

Highest-ranked of 10 Watauga clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Tien K. Ngo, DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Watauga

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

How much does a dentist cost in Watauga?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Watauga?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$98–$294DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Teeth Cleaning$74–$196DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Emergency Care$98–$490DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Root Canal$686–$1,372DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Tooth Extraction$196–$686DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Wisdom Teeth Removal$196–$686DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Dental Implants$1,470–$5,880DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Invisalign$3,430–$7,350DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Braces$2,940–$6,860DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Dental Crowns$784–$1,764DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Dentures$980–$2,940DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Veneers$882–$2,450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Teeth Whitening$196–$588DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Dental Bonding$294–$588DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Cosmetic Fillings$294–$588DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Cosmetic Dentistry$490–$4,900DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Full Restoration$14,700–$49,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas

Emergency and weekend dentists in Watauga

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 Watauga dentists

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

Who is the best dentist in Watauga?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Watauga, TX is Dentist (DR Score 67/100). Dr. Tien K. Ngo, DDS (#2) and Together In Dental Care (#3) follow. We ranked 10 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Watauga are open on Saturday?

2 of 10 Watauga dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Next Century Dental: Hegde Rashmi DDS (until 3 PM) and Dr. Isaac H. Le, DDS (until 4:30 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 Watauga?

No Watauga clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by 5 Star Dental (#4). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Watauga?

A dental cleaning in Watauga typically costs $74–$196 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

How many dentists are there in Watauga?

DentistsRanked lists 10 dental clinics in Watauga, TX, and 10 are ranked by DR Score. 2 post Saturday hours and 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 10 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Watauga

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 10 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.