Top 10 Affordable Dental Care in Providence Rhode Island

Compare Providence-area clinics on reviews, service fit, insurance, and booking convenience.

Reviewed August 2, 2026Ranking recomputed August 1, 20266 clinicsDr Maqsud Mallick, BDSHow we rank

Quick Answer

Which clinic looks strongest at a glance?

We prioritize local relevance, review strength, service breadth, access, price clarity, and patient experience signals.

At A Glance

  • Hodosh Dental is the strongest overall starting point in Providence if you want a dependable option for preventive cleanings.
  • Paolucci Family Dentists has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.

Quick Summary

6 clinics scored on this page

87.7

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Smyleee Ratings are editorial signals based on reviews, quality of care, and patient feedback. Close scores should be treated as broadly comparable.

Affordable Dental Care Costs in Providence, Rhode Island (2026)

Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan

ProcedureTypical Cost
Basic dental exam + cleaning (no insurance)$150 – $350
Dental X-rays (full mouth, cash price)$100 – $200
Composite filling (per tooth, cash price)$150 – $300
Simple extraction (cash price)$150 – $300
Deep cleaning (per quadrant, cash price)$235 – $303
Dental crown (porcelain, cash price)$500 – $2,000
Root canal (anterior, cash price)$500 – $900
In-house dental savings plan (annual fee)$96 – $360
Sliding-scale / income-based visit$20 – $100
Dental school clinic visit$25 – $100

Prices sourced from realdentalcosts.com, mysmiledentalcare.com, humana.com, carecredit.com, and dentalsavingsguide.com. Ranges reflect Providence, Rhode Island cash/uninsured pricing as of 2026 in USD. Providence is noted as a moderately priced market within Rhode Island (-13% vs. state average for some procedures). In-house savings plan annual fee derived from reported $8–$30/month plan costs. Sliding-scale and dental school visit estimates reflect typical community health center and dental school clinic pricing for the region; contact specific providers such as Rhode Island Free Clinic or University of New England College of Dental Medicine for current fees. Actual costs may vary by provider, complexity, and patient-specific factors. Rhode Island Medicaid (RIte Care) may cover eligible adults and children at no or reduced cost.

Prices verified Aug 2, 2026

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Top Clinics in Providence Proper

Only clinics physically located in Providence appear in this primary ranking.

1

Hodosh Dental

4.8(614)·2.2 km from Providence Downtown
88Smyleee

243, Elmwood Avenue, West End, Providence, Rhode Island

Closed · Opens Monday at 7:30 AM

Documented for preventive cleanings in Providence, with affordable dental care on the service list and 3 procedures on file.

More about affordable dental care at this clinic

Hodosh Dental is located at 243 Elmwood Avenue in the West End neighborhood of Providence, Rhode Island — an affordable general dental practice on one of the city's principal south-side commercial corridors. Hodosh Dental provides affordable general dental care and professional cleaning services for patients across the West End, Elmwood, and South Providence neighborhoods. Services include comprehensive oral examinations, professional cleanings, dental radiographs, and restorative procedures — fillings and crowns — for patients managing routine dental health on tight budgets. The affordable positioning makes Hodosh Dental accessible to the full spectrum of patients on this stretch of Elmwood Avenue. For West End and Elmwood residents seeking affordable general dental care and professional cleanings on Elmwood Avenue, Hodosh Dental provides accessible community dentistry in a well-served South Providence corridor.

Services:Affordable Dental CareDental CleaningGeneral Dentistry
Offers Affordable Dental CareSmyleee 88/1004.8★ · 614 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forAffordable Dental Care
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Affordable Dental Care, 4.8★ Google rating across 614 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 88/100.
Stands outOffers Affordable Dental Care · Smyleee 88/100 · 4.8★ · 614 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 30, 2026
2

Paolucci Family Dentists

4.9(1.4k)·1.5 km from Providence Downtown
82Smyleee

Suite 305, 1, Randall Square, Mount Hope, Providence, Rhode Island

Closed · Opens Monday at 7:40 AM

Family Dental Care focus in Providence, with affordable dental care listed among 3 documented services.

More about affordable dental care at this clinic

Paolucci Family Dentists provides affordable, family, and general dental care from Suite 305 at 1 Randall Square in the Mount Hope neighbourhood of Providence, Rhode Island. Services at Paolucci Family Dentists include affordable dental care, family dental care across all age groups from young children to adults, and general dental services. Paolucci Family Dentists accepts new patients for affordable and family dental care appointments.

Services:Affordable Dental CareFamily Dental CareGeneral Dentistry
Offers Affordable Dental Care4.9★ · 1.4k reviews
Why this ranks
Best forAffordable Dental Care
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Affordable Dental Care, 4.9★ Google rating across 1,379 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 82/100.
Stands outOffers Affordable Dental Care · 4.9★ · 1.4k reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 30, 2026
3

Ricci Family Dentistry

5.0(174)·4.2 km from Providence Downtown
87Smyleee

1252, Smith Street, Mount Pleasant, Providence, Rhode Island

Closed · Opens Monday at 8:30 AM

Providence clinic with a family dental care specialty — Affordable Dental Care is on file among 3 procedures.

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Ricci Family Dentistry is located at 1252 Smith Street in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood of Providence, Rhode Island — a family dental practice on Smith Street's northern residential stretch in a neighborhood adjacent to the Federal Hill and Olneyville districts. Mount Pleasant occupies the northwest quadrant of Providence, bordered by Federal Hill to the south, Manton to the west, and the city line with North Providence to the north. The neighborhood carries a strong Italian-American heritage alongside newer immigrant communities, reflecting the demographic layering of Providence's inner-residential districts. The Ricci name — Italian-American in origin — connects naturally to this community context, and Smith Street's north-south traverse through Providence links Mount Pleasant to the Providence State House area to the south and North Providence to the north.

Ricci Family Dentistry provides family dental care for patients across Mount Pleasant and the surrounding northwest Providence neighborhoods. Core services include comprehensive oral examinations, professional cleanings, dental radiographs, and restorative procedures — fillings and crowns — for patients of all ages within the household. The family scope accommodates children alongside adults, making Ricci Family Dentistry a practical dental home for multi-generational and family households in this part of the city. The named-practice identity — "Ricci" as both family name and brand — signals the personal, community-rooted approach to dental care that characterizes the best neighborhood family practices.

Smith Street's transit access via RIPTA and its position as a primary north-south corridor through northwest Providence makes Ricci Family Dentistry accessible from multiple surrounding neighborhoods — Olneyville, Manton, Federal Hill, and the North Providence border communities can all reach the 1252 address without significant travel. The 02908 zip code's patient base reflects Providence's working-class Italian-American heritage community alongside newer residents, both of whom are served by the family practice model.

For Mount Pleasant and northwest Providence families seeking family dental care on Smith Street, Ricci Family Dentistry provides community-embedded dental services in a named-practitioner practice with strong local roots.

Services:Affordable Dental CareDental FillingsFamily Dental Care
Offers Affordable Dental CareSmyleee 87/1005.0★ · 174 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forAffordable Dental Care
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Affordable Dental Care, 5.0★ Google rating across 174 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 87/100.
Stands outOffers Affordable Dental Care · Smyleee 87/100 · 5.0★ · 174 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 30, 2026
4

Drs Rubinstein and Ducoff

4.6(165)·1.7 km from Providence Downtown
80Smyleee

362, Ives Street, Wayland, Providence, Rhode Island

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Preventive Cleanings is the documented focus in Providence; Affordable Dental Care sits within 3 services on profile.

More about affordable dental care at this clinic

The practice's inclusion of affordable dental care alongside general dentistry signals attention to accessible pricing in an otherwise upscale neighborhood market. The partnership's affordable framing within a traditionally expensive neighborhood dental market carves a specific niche for price-sensitive patients who still want East Side proximity for their dental care. For Providence East Side patients seeking affordable general dental care from a named partnership practice on Ives Street, Drs Rubinstein and Ducoff offer accessible dentistry embedded in the heart of the Wayland neighborhood.

Services:Affordable Dental CareDental CleaningGeneral Dentistry
Offers Affordable Dental Care4.6★ · 165 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forAffordable Dental Care
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Affordable Dental Care and 4.6★ Google rating across 165 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Affordable Dental Care · 4.6★ · 165 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 30, 2026
5

Page Family Dentistry

3.7(15)·2.1 km from Providence Downtown
56Smyleee

31, Elmgrove Avenue, Wayland, Providence, Rhode Island

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 7:45 AM

Profile in Providence flags family dental care; lists Affordable Dental Care alongside 2 other documented services.

More about affordable dental care at this clinic

Page Family Dentistry provides affordable family dental care including professional cleanings, comprehensive examinations, and dental maintenance for patients of all ages across the East Side and broader Providence community. Dental cleaning is specifically listed alongside the affordable and family dental service designations, reflecting an orientation toward accessible preventive care as the cornerstone of the practice's patient relationship. The East Side patient base — comprising Brown University families, RISD faculty, healthcare professionals, and long-established Providence families — appreciates affordable preventive care in a neighborhood practice setting. For Wayland neighborhood and East Side families seeking affordable family dental care and cleanings on Elmgrove Avenue, Page Family Dentistry with Dr. Marc J.

Services:Affordable Dental CareDental CleaningFamily Dental Care
Offers Affordable Dental Care
Why this ranks
Best forAffordable Dental Care
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Affordable Dental Care.
Stands outOffers Affordable Dental Care
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
TradeoffOnly 15 reviews — limited independent evidence
VerifiedClinic data last verified Mar 23, 2026
6

Family Dentist

3.5(28)·1.2 km from Providence Downtown
56Smyleee

276, Smith Street, Smith Hill, Providence, Rhode Island

Closed · Opens Monday at 8 AM

Providence practice known for family dental care, with Affordable Dental Care among 3 documented procedures.

More about affordable dental care at this clinic

Family Dentist provides affordable family dental care for patients of all ages across Smith Hill and the surrounding Providence neighborhoods. For Smith Hill residents and Providence families seeking affordable general dental care on Smith Street, Family Dentist provides accessible community dentistry in this civically central Providence neighborhood.

Services:Affordable Dental CareFamily Dental CareGeneral Dentistry
Offers Affordable Dental Care
Why this ranks
Best forAffordable Dental Care
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Affordable Dental Care.
Stands outOffers Affordable Dental Care
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Apr 17, 2026

Side-by-Side Comparison

Hard signals for every affordable dental care provider on this list — no opinions, just verifiable data.

#ClinicSmyleeeGoogleWkndIns.Fin.Offers
Affordable Dental Care
1Hodosh Dental884.8(614)
2Paolucci Family Dentists824.9(1,379)
3Ricci Family Dentistry875.0(174)
4Drs Rubinstein and Ducoff804.6(165)
5Page Family Dentistry563.7(15)
6Family Dentist563.5(28)

Smyleee Rating bands: 90+ Outstanding · 84–89 Excellent · 71–83 Very Good · 61–70 Good · below 61 Rated.

How to Choose a Dentist in Providence (RI)

Use the ranking as a starting point, then narrow the shortlist based on the kind of care you actually need.

If you want routine or family care

Prioritize review consistency, insurance friendliness, practical hours, and a broad general-dentistry service mix over marketing language alone.

If urgency matters

Confirm same-day capacity, after-hours guidance, and whether the clinic handles urgent restorative work in-house or refers out.

If affordability matters most

Compare financing signals, insurance notes, and the local cost guide. A higher-ranked clinic is not automatically the best value for your specific treatment.

Questions to ask before booking

  • Do you accept my insurance or offer payment plans?
  • Are you taking new patients right now?
  • Do you handle my treatment in-house?
  • What is the total expected cost before treatment starts?
EditorialUpdated August 2, 2026Independently reviewed

Providence has no shortage of dental providers — a quick search pulls up hundreds. The challenge isn't finding one, it's figuring out which ones actually deliver. We spent time reviewing patient outcomes, checking credentials, comparing pricing, and analyzing feedback from patients who've had affordable dental care work done across the Providence metro area.

This is the short list. Ten providers in Providence, Rhode Island that consistently showed up in the data — not because they paid to be here, but because their patients keep coming back and referring others. If you're weighing options for affordable dental care in Providence, start here.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud MallickBDS

Frequently Asked Questions

9 questions answered by our editorial team

In Providence, a basic dental exam + cleaning (no insurance) typically costs $150 – $350, based on Smyleee's August 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.
A root canal (anterior, cash price) in Providence typically ranges $500 – $900 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A dental crown (porcelain, cash price) in Providence typically ranges $500 – $2,000 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A composite filling (per tooth, cash price) in Providence typically ranges $150 – $300 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A simple extraction (cash price) in Providence typically ranges $150 – $300 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks Providence affordable dental care clinics on a weighted score: verified patient reviews (30%), clinical credentials and expertise (20%), technology and equipment (15%), accessibility (15%), pricing transparency (10%), and patient experience (10%). The list is recomputed from current data and independently reviewed by Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS.
The ranking is recalculated on a rolling basis from current review and profile data and was last reviewed in August 2026. Clinics can move up or down as their underlying data changes.
Prioritise verified credentials and relevant training, modern equipment and sterilisation standards, a strong and recent review history, transparent pricing, and clear communication about treatment options. Confirm the clinic is taking new patients and offers affordable dental care before booking.
Many clinics in Providence accept major dental insurance and offer financing such as in-house payment plans or third-party options like CareCredit for larger treatments. Coverage and financing vary by practice — confirm your plan is accepted and ask about phased or monthly payment options before treatment begins.

How We Vet Each Clinic

Every clinic on this list passes our verification process

  • License & standing verified — active Rhode Island dental license confirmed with no disciplinary actions.
  • Patient review volume checked — minimum verified patient reviews across Google with a strong average rating.
  • Local presence confirmed — verified physical practice in the Providence metro area with established patient base.
  • Technology & equipment assessed — modern dental technology and sterilization standards evaluated.
  • Transparent pricing reviewed — clear communication of costs, financing options, and insurance acceptance.

How We Scored the Best Clinics

Our transparent ranking methodology

Verified patient reviews & outcomes30%
Affordable Dental Care expertise & credentials20%
Technology investment & modern equipment15%
Accessibility (hours, location, scheduling ease)15%
Transparent pricing & financing options10%
Patient experience & comfort measures10%

How This Page Was Reviewed

We want this page to help users choose confidently, not just scroll a list.

Editorial checks

  • Locality and city fit
  • Review strength and rating consistency
  • Services, hours, insurance, and profile completeness
  • Paid placements kept separate from organic rankings

Transparency

  • Content updated: August 2, 2026
  • Ranking last recomputed: August 1, 2026
  • Medical reviewer: Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS
  • Clinic verification dates reflect the latest synced or modified profile timestamp
  • Organic rankings are algorithmic, sponsored rows are labeled
  • Clinics can move up or down when underlying data changes

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