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Best Dentists in Waycross, GA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Waycross: McKinney Medical Center, Inc., 4.8★ from 1,065 Google reviews, open evenings until 6:30 PM and 2 of 17 services.

  2. 15

    Best for kids and families: Donald A. Bethea DDS, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #15 of 18.

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18 Waycross clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 15 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Waycross at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Waycross at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1McKinney Medical Center, Inc.684.8★ (1,065)EveningsOverall
2Hopkins Dentistry645.0★ (693)——
3Dental Care Associates635.0★ (309)——
4Smile Doctors Orthodontics - Waycross604.9★ (188)—Invisalign & braces
5Smith and Manus Dentistry604.9★ (246)——
6Sardo Orthodontics594.7★ (57)——
7Aspen Dental - Waycross, GA594.4★ (931)—Root canal
8Thomas and Lucas Family Dentistry585.0★ (93)——
9Griffis Southern Dental Care584.9★ (44)——
10Drawdy Jon A DMD544.8★ (16)——

The 18 best dentists in Waycross, ranked

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

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Best dentists in Waycross by need

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

Best for emergency in Waycross

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

Best for kids in Waycross

15

Donald A. Bethea DDS

Highest-ranked of 1 Waycross clinic offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #15 overall by DR Score and open 4 days a week.

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Best for implants in Waycross

No Waycross clinic lists dental implants in our data yet.

Best for invisalign & braces in Waycross

4

Smile Doctors Orthodontics - Waycross

Highest-ranked of 2 Waycross clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff and #4 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Sardo Orthodontics (#6 overall)

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Best for root canal in Waycross

7

Aspen Dental - Waycross, GA

Highest-ranked of 1 Waycross clinic offering root canals: endodontist on staff and #7 overall by DR Score.

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Best for cosmetic in Waycross

No Waycross clinic lists cosmetic dentistry in our data yet.

Best for dentures & seniors in Waycross

No Waycross clinic lists dentures in our data yet.

Best for budget & insurance in Waycross

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

How much does a dentist cost in Waycross?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Waycross?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$105–$315DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia
Teeth Cleaning$79–$210DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia
Root Canal$735–$1,470DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia
Invisalign$3,675–$7,875DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia
Braces$3,150–$7,350DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia

Emergency and weekend dentists in Waycross

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 Waycross dentists

We scored 18 Waycross 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 Waycross 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 Waycross: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Waycross?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Waycross, GA is McKinney Medical Center, Inc. (DR Score 68/100). It has a 4.8★ rating from 1,065 Google reviews. It is open evenings until 6:30 PM. Hopkins Dentistry (#2) and Dental Care Associates (#3) follow. We ranked 18 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Waycross?

No Waycross clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by McKinney Medical Center, Inc. (#1). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Waycross?

A dental cleaning in Waycross typically costs $79–$210 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Georgia. 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 Waycross?

Donald A. Bethea DDS is the highest-ranked Waycross clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #15 of 18 by DR Score. It is open 4 days a week. 1 Waycross clinic has a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in Waycross?

DentistsRanked lists 18 dental clinics in Waycross, GA, and 18 are ranked by DR Score. 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 15 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Waycross

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 18 clinics.