Best Periodontists in Fort Lauderdale, FL (2026)

8 clinics ranked by DR ScoreUpdated October 21, 20260 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

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Top DR Score among periodontists: Florida Smiles Dental, 4.9★ from 2,280 Google reviews, open evenings until 8 PM.
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Best for weekend appointments: 1500 Dental, 4.7★ from 834 Google reviews, open Saturdays until 2 PM.

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8 of Fort Lauderdale’s 80 clinics have a periodontist on staff, as of October 2026. 1 of them open Saturdays and 1 stay open after 6pm. They offer 17 of our 17 tracked services on average.

Top 8 periodontists in Fort Lauderdale at a glance

Top 8 periodontists in Fort Lauderdale at a glance
Rank	Clinic	DR Score	Rating (reviews)	Evenings / weekends	Best for
1	Florida Smiles Dental	77	4.9★ (2,280)	Evenings	Top DR Score among periodontists
2	1500 Dental	71	4.7★ (834)	Sat	Best for weekend appointments
3	Ultimate Smile Dental - Robert M. Wagner, DMD	71	5.0★ (374)	—	—
4	Dental Team of Bayview	68	4.5★ (367)	—	—
5	Advanced Dental Center 👨‍⚕️ Wellness Dentistry for Your Smile	68	4.8★ (342)	—	—
6	TLC Dental – Ft. Lauderdale	66	4.6★ (663)	—	—
7	Sage Dental of Downtown Fort Lauderdale	63	4.2★ (525)	—	—
8	Sage Dental of East Fort Lauderdale	62	4.1★ (436)	—	—

The 8 periodontists in Fort Lauderdale, ranked

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

Ranked #1 in Fort Lauderdale
#1 Florida Smiles Dental
255 SE 14th St #1A, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
77/100
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 2,280 Google reviews, the most Google reviews in Fort Lauderdale (2,280).
- 4.9from 2,280 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Florida Smiles Dental Full profile (754) 354-0363
In their words
Your dental health is key to living a full and vibrant life. At Florida Smiles Dental we understand how daunting it can feel when you begin the process of taking care of your teeth. When you visit one of our offices you will find out just how easy it can be to keep up on the health of your teeth! We are confident that we have a solution to many of the conditions you might have on an every-day basis. From general dentistry to orthodontics, to more specific issues that should…
From Florida Smiles Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#2 1500 Dental
1500 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, United States
71/100
Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 834 Google reviews, 834 Google reviews.
- 4.7from 834 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at 1500 Dental Full profile (954) 715-1000
#3 Ultimate Smile Dental - Robert M. Wagner, DMD
2026 NE 19th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305, United States
71/100
Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 374 Google reviews, 374 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 374 Google reviews
Hours
Mon 8 AM–1 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Ultimate Smile Dental - Robert M. Wagner, DMD Full profile (954) 566-5428
In their words
Ultimate Smile Dental is a patient-oriented dental practice, dedicated to providing high-quality, comprehensive dentistry in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and we also welcome our friends from the surrounding areas, including Oakland Park, Wilton Manors, Lighthouse Point, Lauderdale-By-the-Sea, Pompano Beach, Plantation, Davie, Hollywood, Coral Springs, Cooper City, Dania Beach, and Hallandale Beach, Florida. When you visit our warm and caring office, our skilled dentist will…
From Ultimate Smile Dental - Robert M. Wagner, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#4 Dental Team of Bayview
2826 E Oakland Park Blvd Suite 310, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306
68/100
Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 367 Google reviews, 367 Google reviews.
- 4.5from 367 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Dental Team of Bayview Full profile (954) 776-4720
In their words
Dental Team of Bayview is Oakland Park's Leading Cosmetic Dental Practice. We Specialize in Dental Implants, Veneers, Dentures, Cap and Crowns, Dental Bridges and Gum Treatments. Call Us Today for Free Exam and X-Rays! We Are Under New Management and Recruited 2 of the Top Periodontists and Cosmetic Dentists in the Country To Lead Our Dental Office. Our Entire Dental Team at the Bayview Location is Committed To 100% Patient Satisfaction and Care. We Use Less Invasive…
From Dental Team of Bayview's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#5 Advanced Dental Center 👨‍⚕️ Wellness Dentistry for Your Smile
104 SE 1st Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
68/100
Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 342 Google reviews, 342 Google reviews.
- 4.8from 342 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Advanced Dental Center 👨‍⚕️ Wellness Dentistry for Your Smile Full profile (954) 525-5662
#6 TLC Dental – Ft. Lauderdale
3001 E Commercial Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, United States
66/100
Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 663 Google reviews, 663 Google reviews.
- 4.6from 663 Google reviews
Hours
Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at TLC Dental – Ft. Lauderdale Full profile (954) 491-7100
In their words
We are a dental practice devoted to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of your smile using conservative, state-of-the-art procedures that will result in beautiful, long lasting smiles. High Standards A standard of excellence in personalized dental care enables us to provide the quality dental services our patients deserve. Quality Assurance systems are in place allowing for the highest predictability in care. We provide comprehensive treatment planning and use…
From TLC Dental – Ft. Lauderdale's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#7 Sage Dental of Downtown Fort Lauderdale
551 N Federal Hwy Suite 900, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301, United States
63/100
Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.2★ from 525 Google reviews, 525 Google reviews.
- 4.2from 525 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Sage Dental of Downtown Fort Lauderdale Full profile (954) 906-7260
In their words
We're creating a modern, family-friendly approach to dentistry with one thing in mind – you. We know dental health is the window to your overall well-being. That's why we're committed to helping you stay healthy inside and out. From pediatric dentistry and orthodontics to teeth cleanings and oral surgery, we utilize the latest in clinical technologies to provide you and your family the best dental care all in one place.
From Sage Dental of Downtown Fort Lauderdale's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#8 Sage Dental of East Fort Lauderdale
6171 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, United States
62/100
Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.1★ from 436 Google reviews, 436 Google reviews.
- 4.1from 436 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Sage Dental of East Fort Lauderdale Full profile (954) 951-8388
In their words
We're creating a modern, family-friendly approach to dentistry with one thing in mind – you. We know dental health is the window to your overall well-being. That's why we're committed to helping you stay healthy inside and out. From pediatric dentistry and orthodontics to teeth cleanings and oral surgery, we utilize the latest in clinical technologies to provide you and your family the best dental care all in one place.
From Sage Dental of East Fort Lauderdale's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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How we ranked Fort Lauderdale dentists

This list covers the 8 Fort Lauderdale clinics that have a periodontist on staff. We scored 8 Fort Lauderdale clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 28 were excluded (2 closed and 26 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.

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DR Score factors and weights
Factor	Weight	Computed from	In Fort Lauderdale data
Reputation	45%	Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating	Measured
Review volume	15%	log10(review count) against the city maximum	Measured
Recency	10%	Share of reviews in the last 12 months	Measured
Access	15%	Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients	Measured
Services	10%	Services offered out of 17	Measured
Profile completeness	5%	Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos	Measured

Best Periodontists in Fort Lauderdale, FL: frequently asked questions

Who are the periodontists in Fort Lauderdale?

8 Fort Lauderdale clinics have a periodontist on staff in our data. By DR Score, the highest-ranked are Florida Smiles Dental, 1500 Dental and Ultimate Smile Dental - Robert M. Wagner, DMD.

Which of these Fort Lauderdale clinics are open on Saturday?

1 of the 8 clinics on this page open on Saturdays. The highest-ranked are 1500 Dental, and 1500 Dental opens 9 AM–2 PM. These counts come from clinic hours and profile data as of October 2026, re-checked every week.

Which Fort Lauderdale clinics on this page are open late?

1 of the 8 clinics on this page stay open after 6pm on at least one weekday. Florida Smiles Dental has the latest weekday hours, until 8 PM on Mondays.

How are periodontists in Fort Lauderdale 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 8 Fort Lauderdale clinics that have a periodontist on staff, in DR Score order. No clinic pays for its position.

Update log for Fort Lauderdale

October 2026: DR Scores recalculated for 80 clinics.
October 2026: 26 duplicate listings merged.
October 2026: 2 closed clinics removed.

Top 8 periodontists in Fort Lauderdale at a glance

The 8 periodontists in Fort Lauderdale, ranked

#1 Florida Smiles Dental

#2 1500 Dental

#3 Ultimate Smile Dental - Robert M. Wagner, DMD

#4 Dental Team of Bayview

#5 Advanced Dental Center 👨‍⚕️ Wellness Dentistry for Your Smile

#6 TLC Dental – Ft. Lauderdale

#7 Sage Dental of Downtown Fort Lauderdale

#8 Sage Dental of East Fort Lauderdale