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Top 10 Kids Dentist in Providence Rhode Island

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

Reviewed August 2, 2026Ranking recomputed August 1, 20262 clinicsDr Maqsud Mallick, BDSHow we rank
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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

  • Mulvey Thomas LLC is the strongest overall starting point in Providence if you want a dependable option for pediatric dentistry.
  • Samuels Sinclair Dental Center has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.

Best overall

Mulvey Thomas LLC

Best for Children / Pediatric Dentistry.

Tradeoff: Weekend availability is not highlighted

Highest review signal

Samuels Sinclair Dental Center

The deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page across available portals.

Useful when social proof matters more than pure proximity.

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80.2Mulvey Thomas LLC82.3Samuels Sinclair Dental Center

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2 clinics scored on this page

80.2

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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.

Kids Dentist Costs in Providence, Rhode Island (2026)

Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan

ProcedureTypical Cost
Child dental exam$50 – $150
Child dental cleaning$80 – $200
Fluoride treatment$25 – $75
Dental sealants (per tooth)$30 – $60
Baby tooth extraction$100 – $250
Pulpotomy (baby root canal)$200 – $400
Stainless steel crown$250 – $500
Space maintainer$200 – $500

Price ranges reflect typical Providence, Rhode Island pricing as of 2026. Actual costs vary by provider, complexity, and insurance coverage. Contact clinics directly for personalized quotes.

Prices verified Aug 2, 2026

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Best overall

Mulvey Thomas LLC

Smyleee 80.2

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

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Highest review volume

Samuels Sinclair Dental Center

225 reviews

Useful if you want the option with the deepest visible review signal before narrowing further.

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Top Clinics in Providence Proper

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

1

Mulvey Thomas LLC

4.9(277)·922 m from Providence Downtown
80Smyleee

Suite #1, 111, Point Street, Jewelry District, Providence, Rhode Island

Closed · Opens Tuesday at 7:15 AM

Documented for pediatric dentistry in Providence, with children / pediatric dentistry on the service list and 2 procedures on file.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

Pediatric dental care is built around treating children specifically — dentists with additional training in child development and behaviour management, and offices designed to make a first visit unintimidating. Digital X-rays are a routine part of dental care because they show what a visual exam alone cannot — decay forming between teeth, bone loss below the gumline, and how developing adult teeth are positioned in children.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryGeneral Dentistry
Offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry4.9★ · 277 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 277 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 80/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · 4.9★ · 277 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 30, 2026
2

Samuels Sinclair Dental Center

4.6(225)·1.4 km from Providence Downtown
82Smyleee

593, Eddy Street, Upper South Providence, Providence, Rhode Island

Closed · Opens Monday at 8 AM

Pediatric Dentistry focus in Providence, with children / pediatric dentistry listed among 3 documented services.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

Samuels Sinclair Dental Center is located at 593 Eddy Street in the Upper South Providence neighborhood of Providence, Rhode Island — a dual-scope pediatric and general dental practice in the hospital district of Providence's South End. Samuels Sinclair Dental Center provides both pediatric and general dental care, serving patients from childhood through adulthood within the same practice. Pediatric dental services address the developmental and preventive dental needs specific to children and adolescents: first dental visits, fluoride treatments, sealants, space maintainers, and management of pediatric dental development.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryDenturesGeneral Dentistry
Offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry4.6★ · 225 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.6★ Google rating across 225 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 82/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · 4.6★ · 225 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 30, 2026

Side-by-Side Comparison

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

#ClinicSmyleeeGoogleWkndIns.Fin.Offers
Children / Pediatric Dentistry
1Mulvey Thomas LLC804.9★(277)———✓
2Samuels Sinclair Dental Center824.6★(225)———✓

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

Other Top Children / Pediatric Dentistry Clinics in Providence (RI)

1 additional providers ranked below the Top 10 using the same algorithm. Updated monthly.

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#11St Joseph Pediatric Dental CenterProvidence49.83.7★3View →

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 kids dentist 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 kids dentist in Providence, start here.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud Mallick — BDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

In Providence, a child dental exam typically costs $50 – $150, based on Smyleee's August 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.
A pulpotomy (baby root canal) in Providence typically ranges $200 – $400 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A stainless steel crown in Providence typically ranges $250 – $500 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A baby tooth extraction in Providence typically ranges $100 – $250 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks Providence pediatric 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 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 pediatric dentistry 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%
Kids Dentist 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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