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Top 10 General Dentists in Birmingham Alabama

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

Reviewed August 11, 2026Ranking recomputed August 1, 20261 clinicsDr Maqsud Mallick, BDSHow we rank
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We prioritize local relevance, review strength, service breadth, access, price clarity, and patient experience signals.

At A Glance

  • Gorham & Associates is the strongest overall starting point in Birmingham if you want a dependable option for general dentistry.

Best overall

Gorham & Associates

Best for General Dentistry.

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General Dentistry Costs in Birmingham, Alabama (2026)

Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan

ProcedureTypical Cost
Adult dental exam + cleaning$100 – $200
Dental X-rays (full mouth)$100 – $175
Composite filling (per tooth)$65 – $225
Dental crown (porcelain)$495 – $725
Root canal (single canal)$500 – $1,000
Simple tooth extraction$105 – $250
Deep cleaning / scaling (per quadrant)$150 – $300
Teeth whitening (in-office)$250 – $600
Dental implant (single tooth, complete)$3,000 – $3,799
Invisalign / clear aligners (full case)$3,000 – $6,000

Prices sourced from AdVance Dental PC (advancedentalbirmingham.com), Koplon DMD Birmingham (koplondmd.com), White Oak Dental Birmingham (whiteoakdentalbham.com), RealDentalCosts.com (Alabama & national comparisons), TrueDentalDiscounts.com, DentistsRanked.com, and Becker's Dental. Ranges reflect Birmingham, Alabama cash-pay pricing as of 2026 in USD. Prices may vary based on provider, complexity, and patient-specific needs. Patients with dental insurance or savings plans (e.g., via TrueDentalDiscounts or Alabama Mission of Mercy) may pay significantly less. UAB School of Dentistry (Birmingham) may offer reduced rates through supervised student clinics.

Prices verified Aug 11, 2026

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Best overall

Gorham & Associates

Smyleee 74.3

A strong all-around pick if you want a reliable local choice for general dentistry.

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Top Clinics in Birmingham Proper

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Gorham & Associates

5.0(29)·5.4 km from Birmingham Downtown
74Smyleee

517, Beacon Parkway West, Glen Iris, Birmingham, Alabama

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Documented for general dentistry in Birmingham, with general dentistry on the service list and 1 procedures on file.

More about general dentistry at this clinic

General dentistry at this West End-Sylvan Park address covers the preventive and restorative scope: professional cleanings, diagnostic X-rays, fillings, crowns, and the clinical examination that monitors oral health.

Services:General Dentistry
Offers General Dentistry
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Why this ranks
Best forGeneral Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers General Dentistry.
Stands outOffers General Dentistry
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VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 30, 2026

Side-by-Side Comparison

Hard signals for every general dentistry provider on this list — no opinions, just verifiable data.

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1Gorham & Associates745.0★(29)———✓

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

How to Choose a Dentist in Birmingham Al

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 11, 2026Independently reviewed

Birmingham 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 general dentists work done across the Birmingham metro area.

This is the short list. Ten providers in Birmingham, Alabama 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 general dentists in Birmingham, start here.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud Mallick — BDS

Frequently Asked Questions

9 questions answered by our editorial team

In Birmingham, an adult dental exam + cleaning typically costs $100 – $200, based on Smyleee's September 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.
A dental implant (single tooth, complete) in Birmingham typically ranges $3,000 – $3,799 (September 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A root canal (single canal) in Birmingham typically ranges $500 – $1,000 (September 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A dental crown (porcelain) in Birmingham typically ranges $495 – $725 (September 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A composite filling (per tooth) in Birmingham typically ranges $65 – $225 (September 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks Birmingham general dentistry 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 September 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 general dentistry before booking.
Many clinics in Birmingham 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 Alabama 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 Birmingham 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%
General Dentists 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 11, 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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