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Best Dentists in Wilmington, NC (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Wilmington: Dr. John F. White Jr, DDS, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 42

    Best for kids and families: Dr. Egg Pediatric Dentistry, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #42 of 113.

  3. 44

    Best for evenings and weekends: Winslett & Walls Dental Excellence, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 1 PM; ranked #44 of 113.

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113 Wilmington clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 5 are open Saturdays and 8 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 1 say they accept new patients. 33 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Wilmington at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Wilmington at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Best for
1Dr. John F. White Jr, DDS73—Overall, Cosmetic
2Family Dental Care of Wilmington73——
3Live Oak Dental73——
4The Dental Studio of Wilmington73——
5Your Community Dental, Schryer & Associates, DDS, PLLC73——
6Myrtle Grove Implant and Family Dentistry704.8★ (385)—
7Smith Family and Cosmetic Dentistry684.8★ (166)—
8Dental Care at Riverlights684.8★ (150)—
9ASAP Urgent Dental Care67——
10Brown Kathleen J DDS67——

The 113 best dentists in Wilmington, ranked

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

  1. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 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

    In their words

    At Family Dental Care of Wilmington, we continually work to provide our patients with the best care modern cosmetic and family dentistry has to offer. We offer a modern, technologically advanced facility that is optimized for patient comfort, safety, and convenience. We care deeply about mutual respect between our patients and our staff, most of whom have been with us for many years.

    From Family Dental Care of Wilmington's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. 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

    In their words

    Live Oak Dental is committed to improving the lives of our community through world class dentistry. We do this by providing comfortable, efficient and quality dentistry in a unique environment. One of the things that sets Live Oak Dental apart is the dedication of our amazing professional team. It takes a strong commitment to teamwork to provide you with an experience that is perfect from the moment you arrive until you leave our office with a happy smile.

    From Live Oak Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 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

    In their words

    Wilmington Dentist, The Dental Studio, is an experienced cosmetic dental practice with a focus on providing excellent personalized care to patients from the Wilmington and Hampstead area. We utilize modern technology and advanced techniques to ensure your treatment is efficient, effective, and comfortable. Dr. Jacob Long and our compassionate team are welcoming new patients to our convenient Wilmington dental office. Our dentistry services include: Preventive dentistry…

    From The Dental Studio of Wilmington's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 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

    In their words

    Your Community Dental believe everyone deserves quality dentistry at fair and affordable prices. Our caring, experienced professionals are committed to providing accessible and quality care. We discuss treatment options that focus on economical ways to solve problems and maintain good oral health with all our patients. We manage our practice cost effectively and forego unnecessary “extras” to keep our fees reasonable and as low as possible. If you have specific concerns…

    From Your Community Dental, Schryer & Associates, DDS, PLLC's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. 67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 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

    In their words

    Part of the National Dental Care Group, National Dental Care Barangaroo is located in the beautiful Barangaroo precinct of Sydney, with parking available at Barangaroo Reserve. As Barangaroo sets the benchmark for design and sustainability, our practice's goal is to provide state of the art dental technology and services, bringing a fresh energy to the patient experience.

    From National Dental Care, Barangaroo's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 113 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #113, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Edwards Dentures and Implants674.9★ (75)
27Link Dental Health664.9★ (70)
28Mast Dental - Wilmington655.0★ (35)
29Michele L. Simpson, D.D.S., P.A.644.9★ (342)
30Browning Orthodontics645.0★ (563)
31Lighthouse Dental644.9★ (478)
32Lundgren Dental635.0★ (125)
33City Dental - Emergency Dentist624.9★ (149)Sat
34Sarah Pless, DDS: Renaissance Dental Studio625.0★ (571)
35Bush Family and Cosmetic Dentistry605.0★ (122)
36Smile Straight Orthodontics - Wilmington604.8★ (168)
37Masonboro Kids Dentistry604.9★ (58)
38Omni Dental - Wilmington604.9★ (205)
39Naki Dental Studio605.0★ (59)
40Signature Smiles594.9★ (120)
41Focus Dentistry594.9★ (32)
42Dr. Egg Pediatric Dentistry574.8★ (102)
43Port City Ortho - Shipyard575.0★ (35)
44Winslett & Walls Dental Excellence57Evenings · Sat
45MedNorth Health Center57Evenings · Sat
46Wilmington Holistic Dentistry564.7★ (53)
47Dan Dube Dentistry564.7★ (105)
48Parkhurst & Belisle, DDS564.8★ (67)
49Michael Jaskolka, MD564.5★ (32)
50Jewell Dentistry555.0★ (40)
51Picklesimer & Plasky DDS.554.8★ (4)
52Wilmington Endodontics544.1★ (29)
53Keith W Mann, DDS534.6★ (20)
54Alford & Alford PA535.0★ (10)
55Ford Brian P DMD514.4★ (12)
56Wilmington Smiles Gregory B. Garrett DDS50
57Wallace Stephen C DDS MHS505.0★ (4)
58CarolinasDentist47Evenings
59CarolinasDentist47Evenings
60Racine Dental Care47Sat
61O2 Dental Group of Wilmington47Sat
62Northchase Family Dentistry47Evenings
63Burns Family Dentistry47Evenings
64Dr. Norma Cortez, DDS43Evenings
65Dr. Mark E. McGee, DDS43Evenings
66Edgerton and Glenn DDS - Wilmington37
67Dr. Robert P. Mellis, DDS37
68Independence Dental Care37
69Coastal Pines Dental37
70Dr. Milligan's Family Dental Care37
71Long Dental of Wilmington37
72Wrightsville Dental37
73Wilmington Kids Dentist37
74Atlantic Dental Group37
75DANICA DENTAL HOUSE Rafaela Dejanovic DDS & Coleman Burgess DDS37
76Sandra Miles Dentistry37
77Southeast Smiles37
78Kuzma Advanced Dentistry37
79Arboretum Dental37
80Barnes Family Dentistry37
81Brush Dental Care37
82Clayton B Smith III, DDS, PA37
83Hoggard Family Dentistry37
84Port City Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - Dr. Jillian Wolske37
85Salling and Tate Family Dentistry37
86C. Clayton Walker III, DDS, PA37
87French Family Dentistry37
88Porters Neck Cosmetic and Family Dentistry37
89Cory Williams DDS37
90Wetherill Family Dentistry37
91Jennifer M. Pan, DMD, PLLC37
92Mayfaire Family Dentistry - John A Overton DDS37
93Donald S. Bland, D.D.S37
94Myles Family Dentistry37
95St Mary Health Center34
96Coastal Smiles General and Implant Dentistry33
97Affordable Dentures & Implants33
98DentalWorks Wilmington33
99Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry33
100Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry (Formerly Complete Dental - Barclay)33
101Wilmington Dental Care33
102James N. Smith, D.M.D.33
103Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry33
104Coastal Carolina Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery33
105D. Scott Skinner, D.D.S., P.A.33
106Dr. Holly J. Carter, D.D.S.33
107Dr. Lisa Phelps28
108Dentist NC15
109Dr. Adam Shoukry Emergency Dental Service15
110Smile White15
111Dentistry8
112Polo8
113Coastal Dental7

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Best dentists in Wilmington by need

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Best for emergency in Wilmington

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

Best for kids in Wilmington

42

Dr. Egg Pediatric Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 3 Wilmington clinics offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #42 overall by DR Score and open 4 days a week.

Runner-up: Dan Dube Dentistry (#47 overall)

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Best for implants in Wilmington

25

Jameson Oral & Implant Surgery

Highest-ranked of 80 Wilmington clinics offering dental implants: oral surgeon on staff, #1 for implants and #25 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Michael Jaskolka, MD (#49 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Wilmington

27

Link Dental Health

Highest-ranked of 77 Wilmington clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #1 for invisalign and #27 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Browning Orthodontics (#30 overall)

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Best for root canal in Wilmington

52

Wilmington Endodontics

Highest-ranked of 73 Wilmington clinics offering root canals: endodontist on staff, #6 for root canal and #52 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. John F. White Jr, DDS (#1 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Wilmington

1

Dr. John F. White Jr, DDS

Highest-ranked of 78 Wilmington clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Family Dental Care of Wilmington (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Wilmington

1

Dr. John F. White Jr, DDS

Highest-ranked of 72 Wilmington clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Family Dental Care of Wilmington (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Wilmington

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

How much does a dentist cost in Wilmington?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Wilmington?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$102–$306DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Teeth Cleaning$77–$204DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Emergency Care$102–$510DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Root Canal$714–$1,428DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Tooth Extraction$204–$714DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Wisdom Teeth Removal$204–$714DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Dental Implants$1,530–$6,120DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Invisalign$3,570–$7,650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Braces$3,060–$7,140DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Dental Crowns$816–$1,836DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Dentures$1,020–$3,060DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Veneers$918–$2,550DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Teeth Whitening$204–$612DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Dental Bonding$306–$612DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Cosmetic Fillings$306–$612DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Cosmetic Dentistry$510–$5,100DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina
Full Restoration$15,300–$51,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina

Emergency and weekend dentists in Wilmington

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 Wilmington dentists

We scored 113 Wilmington clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 11 were excluded (11 duplicate listings). 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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Wilmington?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Wilmington, NC is Dr. John F. White Jr, DDS (DR Score 73/100). Family Dental Care of Wilmington (#2) and Live Oak Dental (#3) follow. We ranked 113 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Wilmington are open on Saturday?

5 of 113 Wilmington dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are City Dental - Emergency Dentist (until 2 PM), Winslett & Walls Dental Excellence (until 1 PM) and MedNorth Health Center (until 3 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.

Which Wilmington dentists accept new patients?

1 Wilmington clinic says it accepts new patients. It is Wilmington Smiles Gregory B. Garrett DDS (#56). This comes from what each clinic publishes on its profile or website. Other clinics may also take new patients but have not said so, so it is worth calling.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Wilmington?

No Wilmington clinic lists emergency care, but 8 are open after 6 PM, led by Winslett & Walls Dental Excellence (#44) and MedNorth Health Center (#45). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Wilmington?

A dental cleaning in Wilmington typically costs $77–$204 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina. 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 Wilmington?

Dr. Egg Pediatric Dentistry is the highest-ranked Wilmington clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #42 of 113 by DR Score. It is open 4 days a week. 3 Wilmington clinics have a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in Wilmington?

DentistsRanked lists 113 dental clinics in Wilmington, NC, and 113 are ranked by DR Score. 5 post Saturday hours and 8 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 97 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Wilmington

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 113 clinics.
  2. : 11 duplicate listings merged.