2026 Washington dental guide

Best Dentists in Washington, DC

Compare Washington dentists by Google rating, review count, neighborhood, and listed services. Select any practice to find it on the interactive map.

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Washington dentists at a glance

This 2026 guide includes 10 Washington dental practices, with Google ratings from 4.7 to 5.0 stars.

10 verified practices
1FeaturedSmile Beautiful Dental logo

General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry · Washington

Smile Beautiful Dental

G4.94.8

1101 4th St SW, Washington, DC, 20024

Cosmetic DentistryFamily DentistryGeneral Dentistry

At Smile Beautiful Dental in Washington, DC, Dr. Daniel Jones and Dr. JJ especially welcome patients who are afraid of visiting the dentist by offering gentle, personalized dental care. The practice offers general and cosmetic dentistry, including Six Month Smiles, Invisalign, teeth whitening, implants, and veneers. Smile Beautiful Dental has a 4.8 rating on Google. The practice is proud to have Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking staff to serve a diverse group of patients.

2K Street Dental & Orthodontic Group logo

General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry · Washington

K Street Dental & Orthodontic Group

G4.95.0

3 Washington Circle, NW #306, Washington, DC, 20037

Cosmetic DentistryFamily DentistryGeneral Dentistry

With convenient locations in Washington, DC and Gaithersburg, MD, K Street Dental and Orthodontic Group offers general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, endodontics, and implants under one roof. The dental team of Dr. Akram Shouhayib, Dr. Sumeen Maur, Dr. Hassan Chehayeb, Dr. Mahshid Majlessi Koupaeei, and Dr. Erin Hurley offer innovative treatments such as minimally invasive laser dentistry, 3D-printed same-day crowns, and Invisalign. The practice’s welcoming and compassionate approach to treatment has garnered a 4.8 rating on Google.

3The DC Dentist logo

General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry · Washington

The DC Dentist

G4.85.0

509 11th Street SE, Washington, DC, 20003

Cosmetic DentistryFamily DentistryGeneral Dentistry

At The DC Dentist, Dr. Terry Victor and periodontist Dr. Indra Mustapha provide a comfortable atmosphere with a focus on holistic, biological and eco-friendly dental health. This Washington, DC dental practice has a 4.9-star Google rating and offers general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry, including fillings, crowns, veneers, implants, dentures, bridges, whitening, Clear Correct and Invisalign, among other services. The DC Dentist won the District Sustainability Award in 2021 and is a proud member of the Eco Dentistry Association.

4Siranli Dental logo

General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Dental Implants · Washington

Siranli Dental

G4.95.0

2112 F St. NW, Suite 605, Washington, DC, 20037

Cosmetic DentistryDental CrownsDental Implants

Siranli Dental in Washington, DC has an emphasis on cosmetic procedures such as implants, prosthodontics, one-visit CEREC crowns, teeth whitening, and clear aligners, but also offers general and emergency dental care. Dr. Samantha Siranli, Dr. Stephanie Elam Simmonett, Dr. Michael Blicher, Dr. Barbara Baxter, and Dr. Olga Spivak prioritize establishing a trusting relationship to help patients overcome any anxiety about dental care. The practice and its dentists have won numerous awards and have a 4.9 rating on Google.

5Always Smile DC logo

General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry · Washington

Always Smile DC

G5.05.0

2112 F St NW #509, Washington, DC, 20037

Cosmetic DentistryFamily DentistryGeneral Dentistry

Dr. Najib Joseph Bouchebel and Dr. Samuel H. Lievano at Always Smile DC practice general and cosmetic dentistry with the mindset of caring for the whole person, not just their teeth. They offer dental implants, fillings, removable dentures, sealants, gum disease therapy, and more. The dentists at Always Smile DC have a 5-star Google rating and have been named some of Washington, DC’s top dentists by Washingtonian magazine for several years.

6Washington Center for Cosmetic & Family Dentistry logo

General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Dental Implants · Washington

Washington Center for Cosmetic & Family Dentistry

G5.05.0

4910 Massachusets Ave. NW #204, Washington, DC, 20016

Cosmetic DentistryDental ImplantsFamily Dentistry

At Washington Center for Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, Dr. Michael Pollowitz and Dr. Sharon Brown specialize in making patients with dental anxiety feel comfortable. Patients turn to them for services such as dentures, dental implants, inlays and onlays, teeth whitening, and porcelain veneers. This Washington, DC practice uses state-of-the-art technology, including air abrasion, single-tooth anesthesia, and digital x-rays. Washington Center for Cosmetic and Family Dentistry has a 5-star Google rating.

7Capitol Family Dentistry logo

General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry · Washington

Capitol Family Dentistry

G4.84.5

335 C Street SE Washington DC 20003, Washington, DC, 20003

Cosmetic DentistryFamily DentistryGeneral Dentistry

Dr. Tyler Jacques, Washington, D.C. dentist, is committed to providing you with excellent dentistry in a comfortable environment. You deserve a skilled, experienced dental team that can help you ensure great oral health. Experience what patient-centered care can do for you. We welcome new patients of all ages.

8U Street Family Dentistry practice logo

General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry · Washington

U Street Family Dentistry

G4.95.0

1515 U Street NW Suite A1, Washington, DC, 20009

Cosmetic DentistryFamily DentistryGeneral Dentistry

U Street Family Dentistry offers everything patients need to maintain a healthy smile, from routine checkups to KoR Whitening, Invisalign, restorative dentistry, and cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Yetunde Patrick, Dr. Ishita Topiwala, and Dr. Marla Yee practice a sustainable, environmentally friendly approach to dentistry, participate in neighborhood outreach to serve their community, and work on dental missions around the world. This Washington, DC practice has earned a 4.9-star rating on Google.

9Dental Town DC logo

General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry · Washington

Dental Town DC

G4.7

1090 Vermont Ave NW Suite 106, Washington, DC, 20005

Cosmetic DentistryFamily DentistryGeneral Dentistry

Dental Town DC in Washington, DC is a full-service dental practice proudly serving patients of all ages, backgrounds, and identities. Dr. Samira Shenasi, Dr. Alan Wonhee Lee, Dr. Siamak Nasseri, and Dr. Dong Park offer family dentistry and cosmetic dentistry, including veneers, implants, oral surgery, orthodontics, and periodontic surgery. This state-of-the-art clinic has a 4.9 rating on Google and prioritizes comfort and convenience for patients by offering extended hours and emergency dentistry.

10Washington Center for Dentistry logo

General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Dental Implants, Invisalign · Washington

Washington Center for Dentistry

G4.94.6

1430 K Street NW #800, Washington, DC, 20005

Cosmetic DentistryDental CrownsDental Implants

The Washington Center for Dentistry’s team of dentists, periodontists, and oral surgeons consists of Dr. Daniel J. Deutsch, Dr. Michael G. Katsaros, Dr. Richard P. Fordjour, Dr. Elana Shlansky, Dr. Madjid Matin, and Dr. Ryan Patel. From general dentistry to cosmetic dentistry, their services include veneers, implants, Invisalign, teeth whitening, and dental bonding. The Washington Center for Dentistry has been voted Washington DC’s top dental practice for over 30 years and has a 4.8-star Google rating.

Washington dentists compared side by side (October 2026)

A quick summary of the Washington practices profiled above, by neighborhood, Google rating, recent review activity, and listed services, as of October 2026. Order does not indicate rank.

Comparison of 10 dental practices in Washington
PracticeNeighborhoodGoogle ratingLast 30 daysLast 90 daysListed services
Smile Beautiful DentalFeatured / SponsoredWashington4.9 / 5465 reviewsNo new reviewsRating steady at 4.9+1 newAvg. 5.0 starsCosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
K Street Dental & Orthodontic GroupWashington4.9 / 5796 reviews+6 newAvg. 4.7 stars+40 newAvg. 4.9 starsCosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
The DC DentistWashington4.8 / 5459 reviews+2 newAvg. 5.0 stars+20 newAvg. 4.6 starsCosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
Siranli DentalWashington4.9 / 5564 reviews+5 newAvg. 5.0 stars+42 newAvg. 4.8 starsCosmetic Dentistry, Dental Crowns, Dental Implants, Family Dentistry
Always Smile DCWashington5.0 / 5357 reviews+1 newAvg. 5.0 stars+6 newAvg. 5.0 starsCosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
Washington Center for Cosmetic & Family DentistryWashington5.0 / 5195 reviewsNo new reviewsRating steady at 5.0No new reviewsCosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
Capitol Family DentistryWashington4.8 / 595 reviewsNo new reviewsRating 4.7 → 4.8+9 newAvg. 5.0 starsCosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
U Street Family DentistryWashington4.9 / 5351 reviewsNo new reviewsRating steady at 4.9+1 newAvg. 5.0 starsCosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
Dental Town DCWashington4.7 / 5517 reviewsNo new reviewsRating steady at 4.7No new reviewsCosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
Washington Center for DentistryWashington4.9 / 5410 reviews+2 newAvg. 5.0 stars+26 newAvg. 5.0 starsCosmetic Dentistry, Dental Crowns, Dental Implants, Family Dentistry

Recent activity counts every Google review published in the last 30 and 90 days and the average star rating of those new reviews, collected monthly.

Monthly patient report · October 2026

What Washington Patients Say About Their Dentists: October 2026 Report

We analyzed 493 written Google reviews left for 10 Washington dental practices over the past 12 months. The most common compliment is staff friendliness and professionalism, praised in 5% of reviews. For every complaint, patients wrote about 20 compliments.

What Washington patients praise most

Share of written reviews praising each topic
  1. Staff Friendliness and Professionalism5% · 25 reviews
  2. Recommendation, Loyalty and Overall Experience3% · 17 reviews
  3. Dentist Expertise and Skill2% · 12 reviews
  4. Dentist Bedside Manner and Empathy2% · 9 reviews
  5. Communication and Transparency2% · 9 reviews
  6. Office Atmosphere and Facility1% · 5 reviews

Treatments Washington patients write about

Teeth cleaning & hygiene comes up most, in 8 reviews, and 100% of those mentions are positive.

Treatment mentions in Washington dental reviews, past 12 months
TreatmentReviews mentioning itPositive
Teeth cleaning & hygiene8100%

Standout practices by topic

This is the first monthly report for this city. Next update: November 2026.

How this works: each written Google review is tagged by AI with the topics and treatments it mentions and whether it is positive or negative. Figures cover a rolling 12-month window. Review text is never published here; only the totals are.

Washington dentists by specialty

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How to choose a dentist in Washington

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  1. Match services to your treatment

    Use the listed services in the comparison above to shortlist practices that offer the care you need, such as implants, Invisalign, or emergency visits.

  2. Read the rating with its review count

    A 4.9 rating from several hundred reviews is stronger evidence than a 5.0 from a handful. Compare both numbers, not the rating alone.

  3. Confirm insurance, fees, and availability

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  4. Compare location, access, and communication

    Consider travel time, parking or transit access, emergency coverage, and how clearly the team explains treatment options.

How we selected dentists for this 2026 Washington guide

Practices in this guide were selected editorially using public patient ratings, review volume, professional credentials, listed services, and location. Inclusion is not a clinical endorsement.

Criteria considered

  • Public Google ratings and, where available, Facebook ratings
  • Google review volume
  • Professional credentials
  • Dental services listed by the practice
  • Location within the Washington area

Sources

  • Google Business Profile ratings and reviews
  • Facebook page ratings, where published
  • Information published by each practice

Last reviewed: October 2026

Featured / Sponsored disclosure: Practices marked Featured / Sponsored pay for placement. Payment can affect where a practice appears on this page. It does not change ratings, review counts, or inclusion criteria. See our Featured Listing Terms.

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How do I choose a dentist in Washington?

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How were the Washington dentists in this guide selected?

TopRatedDentist.com selects practices editorially using public Google and Facebook ratings, Google review volume, professional credentials, listed services, and location. Inclusion is not a clinical endorsement, and listing order is not a rank.

How can I find a Washington dentist that accepts my insurance?

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