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Best Pediatric dentists in Albuquerque, NM (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Top DR Score among pediatric dentists: North Coors Dental, 4.8★ from 452 Google reviews, open Saturdays until 2 PM.

  2. 2

    Best for weekend appointments: Valer Dental & Braces, 4.7★ from 1,582 Google reviews, open evenings until 8 PM and Saturdays until 8 PM.

  3. 3

    Best for evenings: Celebrate Dental & Braces, 4.7★ from 890 Google reviews, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 1 PM.

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25 of Albuquerque’s 277 clinics have a pediatric dentist on staff, as of October 2026. 4 of them open Saturdays and 3 stay open after 6pm. They offer 8 of our 17 tracked services on average.

Top 10 pediatric dentists in Albuquerque at a glance

Top 10 pediatric dentists in Albuquerque at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1North Coors Dental754.8★ (452)SatTop DR Score among pediatric dentists
2Valer Dental & Braces744.7★ (1,582)Evenings · SatBest for weekend appointments
3Celebrate Dental & Braces734.7★ (890)Evenings · SatBest for evenings
4Coronado Family Dental714.9★ (675)——
5Platinum Care Dental705.0★ (370)——
6New Age Dentistry704.8★ (549)——
7Mountain Dental704.7★ (181)Evenings—
8Smilepoint Dental654.5★ (444)——
9TruCare Dental644.5★ (472)——
10Route 66 Children's Dentistry & Orthodontics West634.5★ (404)——

The 25 pediatric dentists in Albuquerque, ranked

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

  1. Ranked #1 in Albuquerque

    #1 North Coors Dental

    3740 Coors Blvd NW A, Albuquerque, NM 87120

    75/100

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 452 Google reviews, 452 Google reviews.

    • 4.8from 452 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–4 PM · Tue–Thu 7 AM–6 PM · Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at North Coors DentalFull profile(505) 836-1280
    In their words

    At Mountain Dental in Albuquerque, you can trust you're in the right place. With so many affordable dental services to choose from, we're sure our pediatric and emergency dentists are there for you when you need it most. Provided dental services range from dental treatments like a root canal or dental crown, to routine teeth cleanings and teeth whitening. Our commitment to you lies within our promise to provide a lifetime of quality dental care. Review the full list of…

    From North Coors Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 Celebrate Dental & Braces

    1625 Rio Bravo Blvd SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105

    73/100

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 890 Google reviews, 890 Google reviews.

    • 4.7from 890 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Celebrate Dental & BracesFull profile(505) 877-5555
    In their words

    Celebrate Dental & Braces is proud to offer high-quality, affordable dental care to families throughout Albuquerque, New Mexico. Whether you're looking for general dentistry, braces, Invisalign, or even dental implants, Celebrate Dental provides the care you and your loved ones need all under one roof! We even offer late hours and are open on Saturdays, just to better accommodate you and your busy schedule. Experience a better way to take care of your oral health and…

    From Celebrate Dental & Braces's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  4. #4 Coronado Family Dental

    11130 Lomas Blvd NE Ste F2, Albuquerque, NM 87112

    71/100

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 675 Google reviews, 675 Google reviews.

    • 4.9from 675 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Coronado Family DentalFull profile(505) 557-4939
    In their words

    At Coronado Family Dental, we are committed to providing you with the best care possible. This includes creating positive and pleasant experiences in our patient-centered practice. We bring the most advanced dental techniques and technologies through our commitment to continuing education. Visit our office, conveniently located next to Target at Lomas and Eubank for a healthier smile and a happier you.

    From Coronado Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  5. #5 Platinum Care Dental

    4824 McMahon Blvd NW #105, Albuquerque, NM 87114, United States

    70/100

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 370 Google reviews, 370 Google reviews.

    • 5.0from 370 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Platinum Care DentalFull profile(505) 890-1911
    In their words

    At Platinum Care Dental, We Provide the Best Possible Dental Care for Each Patient Founded by Dr. Louis Rivera and Dr. Elliott Romo, Platinum Care Dental is a new name for a long-term practice. Dr. Rivera has worked in his private practice for more than 37 years and in 2021 his son, Dr. Romo joins him to continue the quality dental care at our family-owned and operated dental office. We enjoy helping you achieve your dental goals. We especially enjoy creating beautiful…

    From Platinum Care Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  7. #7 Mountain Dental

    3410 Indian School Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106

    70/100

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 181 Google reviews, 181 Google reviews.

    • 4.7from 181 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 7 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Mountain DentalFull profile(505) 265-6921
    In their words

    The Mountain Dental Albuquerque team includes the most qualified dentists and specialists right near you. They are here to provide you and your family with quality and affordable dental services. Beyond a routine dental check-up or teeth cleaning, the expert dental team offers wisdom teeth extractions, teeth whitening, dental crowns, root canals, and more. Whether it's a toothache or a dental emergency - relief is only a visit away.

    From Mountain Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  9. #9 TruCare Dental

    1510 Wyoming Blvd NE A, Albuquerque, NM 87112

    64/100

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 472 Google reviews, 472 Google reviews.

    • 4.5from 472 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at TruCare DentalFull profile(505) 903-6999
    In their words

    TruCare Dental provides dentistry for families throughout Albuquerque, Rio Rancho and surrounding areas. Our dentists focus on providing the highest quality of dental services in a safe, clean, stress free and comfortable environment. Whether in need of emergency treatment, looking for another dentist or just coming in for a routine cleaning we are dentists you can trust. Our dentists are trained, skilled and qualified to offer you the expertise you are looking for. We…

    From TruCare Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 South Valley Children's Dentistry & Orthodontics

    3510 Coors Blvd SW A, Albuquerque, NM 87121

    58/100

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.3★ from 586 Google reviews, 586 Google reviews.

    • 4.3from 586 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 8 AM–2 PM · Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryEmergency careImplantsCrownsBondingCosmeticFull restoration

    Book appointment at South Valley Children's Dentistry & OrthodonticsFull profile(505) 873-4444
    In their words

    SOUTH VALLEY CHILDREN’S DENTISTRY & ORTHODONTICS South Valley Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics is a state-of-the-art practice specially designed to serve the unique dental needs of children in Albuquerque’s South Valley Area. Our highly trained providers and friendly staff provide comprehensive dentistry and orthodontics for children from 9 months to 18 years old. From our warm, inviting atmosphere to our caring staff, we’re committed to providing a positive experience…

    From South Valley Children's Dentistry & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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How we ranked Albuquerque dentists

This list covers the 25 Albuquerque clinics that have a pediatric dentist on staff. We scored 25 Albuquerque clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 18 were excluded (2 closed and 16 duplicate listings). Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

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Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Albuquerque 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

Best Pediatric dentists in Albuquerque, NM: frequently asked questions

Who are the pediatric dentists in Albuquerque?

25 Albuquerque clinics have a pediatric dentist on staff in our data. By DR Score, the highest-ranked are North Coors Dental, Valer Dental & Braces and Celebrate Dental & Braces.

Which of these Albuquerque clinics are open on Saturday?

4 of the 25 clinics on this page open on Saturdays. The highest-ranked are North Coors Dental, Valer Dental & Braces and Celebrate Dental & Braces, and North Coors Dental opens 9 AM–2 PM.

Which Albuquerque clinics on this page are open late?

3 of the 25 clinics on this page stay open after 6pm on at least one weekday. Valer Dental & Braces has the latest weekday hours, until 8 PM on Mondays.

How are pediatric dentists in Albuquerque ranked?

Each clinic has one DR Score from 0 to 100, built from 6 published factors: reputation, review volume, recency, access, services and profile completeness. This page lists the 25 Albuquerque clinics that have a pediatric dentist on staff, in DR Score order. No clinic pays for its position.

Update log for Albuquerque

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 277 clinics.
  2. : 16 duplicate listings merged.
  3. : 2 closed clinics removed.

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