Merritt Island, FL Dentists
Dental.me currently ranks 42 dental offices in Merritt Island, FL (Brevard County). 22 have Google rating data across 3,075 reviews, averaging 4.42 stars. Current score leaders include Emily Schroeder Rutsis and Frederick H. Waggener DDS PA. Featured placements remain separate from organic rank.
Last updated Sep 2, 2026 · How we rank →
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Featured dentists in Merritt Island
Three featured practices in Merritt Island.
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Dentists in Merritt Island, FL — ranked
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The Merritt Island dental market, by the numbers
A live read on how Merritt Island’s 42 offices compare — unique to this city, drawn from the same data behind every practice profile.
Dental.me Score distribution
How Merritt Island’s rated offices spread across score tiers.
Rating vs. Florida
Average Google rating across rated Merritt Island offices.
Merritt Island dental leaders
Two independent cuts of the same data — highest scored, and most reviewed.
Highest Dental.me Score
Top of the independent, non-paid ranking.
- Emily Schroeder RutsisScore 97 · 5.0 ★ · 440 reviews
- Frederick H. Waggener DDS PAScore 95 · 5.0 ★ · 130 reviews
- Dania MontejoScore 95 · 4.8 ★ · 93 reviews
- Alexis HerbeckScore 94 · 5.0 ★ · 65 reviews
- Cdpg, P.L.Score 94 · 4.8 ★ · 64 reviews
Most reviewed offices
Largest Google review counts in Merritt Island.
- Jere Gillan1,025 reviews · 4.1 ★
- Coast Dental P.A.492 reviews · 4.0 ★
- John C Beaty DDS, Family Dentistry467 reviews · 4.5 ★
- Emily Schroeder Rutsis440 reviews · 5.0 ★
- Frederick H. Waggener DDS PA130 reviews · 5.0 ★
Dental group profile matches in Merritt Island
2 local profiles match the recognizable group names below. These are independent directory matches, not claims of affiliation.
Aspen Dental in Merritt Island: Jere Gillan.
Coast Dental in Merritt Island: Coast Dental P.A..
Open each linked Merritt Island profile to verify its address, phone, website, rating, review count, and current practice details.
Dental specialties in Merritt Island
The largest supported local categories include Dental Implants (11), Cosmetic Dentists (9), Teeth Whitening (9), Orthodontists (7).
Dental.me guides for Merritt Island
Use these Dental.me guides and comparison hubs with the Merritt Island directory to compare dentists, specialties, Dental.me Score, review signals, costs, insurance questions, and questions to ask before booking.
Guide links connect this city directory to the broader Florida and national Dental.me research library. Organic rankings use Dental.me Score; Featured placements stay separate from the ranked list.
Nearby cities
Nearby cities with dentists, by distance from Merritt Island.
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Specialty categories help patients compare relevant offices, while each practice profile and its website, map, and phone details complete the path for appointments, insurance, and payment questions.
Common questions about dentists in Merritt Island
Who are the highest-rated dentists in Merritt Island, FL?
By Dental.me Score, the top-rated Merritt Island dentists are Emily Schroeder Rutsis (Dental.me Score 97, 5.0 stars, 440 reviews); Frederick H. Waggener DDS PA (Dental.me Score 95, 5.0 stars, 130 reviews); Dania Montejo (Dental.me Score 95, 4.8 stars, 93 reviews). Across the city, 6 offices are rated 4.9 to 5.0. The ranked list above updates as new review data comes in.
Are dentists in Merritt Island, FL good?
Merritt Island's rated dental offices average 4.42 stars on Google - compared with a 4.56 Florida average, and 6 are rated 4.9 to 5.0. The Dental.me Score ranks them by star-rating strength and review volume so you can compare the strongest offices first.
Where can I find an emergency dentist in Merritt Island, FL?
Dental.me connects 6 Merritt Island offices to emergency dental care. Compare them on the Emergency Dentists in Merritt Island page, or call one of the highly-rated offices above - many hold same-day slots for urgent tooth pain, broken teeth, and lost fillings or crowns.
What dental categories are common in Merritt Island, FL?
Common Dental.me categories connected to Merritt Island profiles include General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentists, Dental Implants, Orthodontists, Periodontists. Category data helps organize local options and gives patients a faster way to compare offices by the type of care they are researching.
Which dental group profile matches are in Merritt Island, FL?
Dental.me data connects Merritt Island profiles matching recognizable dental group names including Aspen Dental (1), Coast Dental (1). These are independent Dental.me directory matches; open the local profile to compare address, phone, website, ratings, hours where available, and correction options.
How many dentists are in Merritt Island, FL?
Dental.me organizes 42 dental practice profiles in Merritt Island, FL. 35 have at least one dentist named in Dental.me data. Each profile can be claimed or corrected to add detail.
How many Merritt Island dentists have Google/Maps data, websites, or ratings?
In Merritt Island, 26 practices have Google/Maps enrichment, 21 list a website, and 22 show a star rating. Dental.me uses those signals to make local comparison faster and more useful.
What dental specialties are in Merritt Island, FL?
Dental.me data connects Merritt Island practices with Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentists, Teeth Whitening, Orthodontists, Invisalign Dentists, Periodontists. Specialty categories come from provider and business-profile data so patients can move from a broad local search into a focused comparison path.
How does Dental.me rank Merritt Island dentists?
Organic results use Dental.me Score, an independent score built from star-rating strength, review-count confidence caps, exact review-count tie-breakers, and a limited verification lift. Profile completeness can help break close ties after the score. Featured placements are paid, clearly labeled, and never change the organic order.
What the Merritt Island dental data shows
Of the 42 Merritt Island offices in this directory, 22 (52%) have Google rating data, 21 (50%) publish a website, 23 (55%) include hours, and 35 (83%) connect at least one dentist name. Google/Maps enrichment currently covers 26 profiles (62%).
Rated Merritt Island offices average 4.42 stars across 3,075 combined Google reviews, compared with 4.56 statewide. 6 local offices are rated 4.9 to 5.0, while 1 currently hold a Dental.me Score of 96 or higher.
Current score leaders: Emily Schroeder Rutsis (Score 97, 5.0 stars, 440 reviews); Frederick H. Waggener DDS PA (Score 95, 5.0 stars, 130 reviews); Dania Montejo (Score 95, 4.8 stars, 93 reviews). The city’s largest review sample belongs to Jere Gillan, with 1,025 Google reviews at 4.1 stars.
The three ZIP codes with the most listed offices account for 42 practices (100% of the city directory): 32953 (22), 32952 (20).
Data snapshot: Sep 2, 2026. Counts come from Dental.me’s organized provider, practice, location, website, and Google/Maps business-profile data. See our verification methodology and the Florida Dental Access Report.