Wilmington, NC Dentists
Dental.me currently ranks 200 dental offices in Wilmington, NC (New Hanover County). 116 have Google rating data across 28,438 reviews, averaging 4.73 stars. Current score leaders include Frazelle Lee and Winneberger Associates PLLC and Thrive Family Dental. Featured placements remain separate from organic rank.
Last updated Aug 6, 2026 · How we rank →
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Dentists in Wilmington
Showing 1–15 of 200 · page 1 of 14Featured placements are labeled and shown separately. They do not affect the Dental.me Score or the organic ranking below.
The Wilmington dental market, by the numbers
A live read on how Wilmington’s 200 offices compare — unique to this city, drawn from the same data behind every practice profile.
Dental.me Score distribution
How Wilmington’s rated offices spread across score tiers.
Rating vs. North Carolina
Average Google rating across rated Wilmington offices.
Wilmington 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.
- Frazelle Lee and Winneberger Associates PLLCScore 99 · 5.0 ★ · 1,054 reviews
- Thrive Family DentalScore 98 · 5.0 ★ · 950 reviews
- Plage and Eglinton DDS PAScore 98 · 5.0 ★ · 787 reviews
- Burns Family DentistryScore 98 · 5.0 ★ · 782 reviews
- Mayfaire Family Dentistry - John A. Overton DDSScore 98 · 5.0 ★ · 764 reviews
Most reviewed offices
Largest Google review counts in Wilmington.
- Coastal Smiles Family Dentistry1,145 reviews · 4.8 ★
- Frazelle Lee and Winneberger Associates PLLC1,054 reviews · 5.0 ★
- Wirick & Associates DDS PA of Wilmington1,013 reviews · 4.7 ★
- Thrive Family Dental950 reviews · 5.0 ★
- Ronald Robinson921 reviews · 4.9 ★
Dental group profile matches in Wilmington
1 local profiles match the recognizable group names below. These are independent directory matches, not claims of affiliation.
Affordable Dentures & Implants in Wilmington: Walter J. Wulf, DDS, P.A..
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Dental specialties in Wilmington
The largest supported local categories include Teeth Whitening (52), Cosmetic Dentists (49), Dental Implants (46), Emergency Dentists (28).
Dental.me guides for Wilmington
Use these Dental.me guides and comparison hubs with the Wilmington 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 North Carolina and national Dental.me research library. Organic rankings use Dental.me Score; Featured placements stay separate from the ranked list.
Dental offices by ZIP code in Wilmington
Number of dental offices by ZIP code in Dental.me data.
Nearby cities
Nearby cities with dentists, by distance from Wilmington.
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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 Wilmington
Who are the highest-rated dentists in Wilmington, NC?
By Dental.me Score, the top-rated Wilmington dentists are Frazelle Lee and Winneberger Associates PLLC (Dental.me Score 99, 5.0 stars, 1,054 reviews); Thrive Family Dental (Dental.me Score 98, 5.0 stars, 950 reviews); Plage and Eglinton DDS PA (Dental.me Score 98, 5.0 stars, 787 reviews). Across the city, 72 offices are rated 4.9 to 5.0. The ranked list above updates as new review data comes in.
Are dentists in Wilmington, NC good?
Wilmington's rated dental offices average 4.73 stars on Google - compared with a 4.66 North Carolina average, and 72 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 Wilmington, NC?
Dental.me connects 28 Wilmington offices to emergency dental care. Compare them on the Emergency Dentists in Wilmington 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.
Which areas of Wilmington have the most dentists?
Wilmington's dental offices are most concentrated in the 28403 (64 offices), 28401 (57 offices), 28411 (27 offices) ZIP codes. Use the ranked list and nearby-city links to compare offices by the area most convenient for you.
What dental categories are common in Wilmington, NC?
Common Dental.me categories connected to Wilmington profiles include General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentists, Dental Implants, Emergency Dentists, Orthodontists. 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 Wilmington, NC?
Dental.me data connects Wilmington profiles matching recognizable dental group names including Affordable Dentures & Implants (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 Wilmington, NC?
Dental.me organizes 200 dental practice profiles in Wilmington, NC. 44 have at least one dentist named in Dental.me data. Each profile can be claimed or corrected to add detail.
How many Wilmington dentists have Google/Maps data, websites, or ratings?
In Wilmington, 146 practices have Google/Maps enrichment, 113 list a website, and 116 show a star rating. Dental.me uses those signals to make local comparison faster and more useful.
What dental specialties are in Wilmington, NC?
Dental.me data connects Wilmington practices with Teeth Whitening, Cosmetic Dentists, Dental Implants, Emergency Dentists, Orthodontists, Invisalign Dentists. 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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington dental data shows
Of the 200 Wilmington offices in this directory, 116 (58%) have Google rating data, 113 (56%) publish a website, 114 (57%) include hours, and 44 (22%) connect at least one dentist name. Google/Maps enrichment currently covers 146 profiles (73%).
Rated Wilmington offices average 4.73 stars across 28,438 combined Google reviews, compared with 4.66 statewide. 72 local offices are rated 4.9 to 5.0, while 44 currently hold a Dental.me Score of 96 or higher.
Current score leaders: Frazelle Lee and Winneberger Associates PLLC (Score 99, 5.0 stars, 1,054 reviews); Thrive Family Dental (Score 98, 5.0 stars, 950 reviews); Plage and Eglinton DDS PA (Score 98, 5.0 stars, 787 reviews). The city’s largest review sample belongs to Coastal Smiles Family Dentistry, with 1,145 Google reviews at 4.8 stars.
The three ZIP codes with the most listed offices account for 148 practices (74% of the city directory): 28403 (64), 28401 (57), 28411 (27).
Data snapshot: Aug 6, 2026. Counts come from Dental.me’s organized provider, practice, location, website, and Google/Maps business-profile data. See our verification methodology.