How are these dentists in Rhode Island ranked?

The ranking weights NPPES record completeness, CMS Medicare enrollment, MIPS quality scores when available, and HRSA HPSA service. Of the 10 listed, 10 are Medicare-enrolled and 0 practice in a dental shortage area. We do not accept payment for placement.

Do dentists in Rhode Island accept Medicaid?

Rhode Island's Medicaid program is Rhode Island Medicaid. Specialist participation varies. We surface Medicare enrollment as a public-program proxy on each profile, but the only authoritative answer comes from the office and the Rhode Island Medicaid provider directory (https://eohhs.ri.gov/consumer/consumer-information/program-information/medicaid).

How do I check a dentist's license in Rhode Island?

Use the Rhode Island Board of Dentistry license-lookup at https://health.ri.gov/licenses/detail.php?id=233. Confirm the license is active and check for any disciplinary actions.

When should I see a dentist instead of a general dentist?

Same as general dentist — routine care, exams, and most everyday procedures; Confirm with the office before booking specialty work (orthodontics, implants, root canals).

Top 10 · RI

Top Dentists in Rhode Island

Dentists with general or unspecified focus. Curated top-10 from the dental sub-specialty taxonomy and CMS quality signals — Medicare enrollment, MIPS score, and HPSA service all weighed in.

In top list: 10
Medicare-enrolled: 10
HPSA shortage: 0

Indexed density: 0.90 per 100K residents (population 1.11M ).

Verified · NPPES (CMS)refreshed May 7, 2026

Other dental specialties in Rhode Island

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General Dentists in Rhode IslandRoutine care, cleanings, fillings, and exams.
Orthodontists in Rhode IslandBraces, aligners, and bite correction.
Pediatric Dentists in Rhode IslandSpecialized care for infants, children, and teens.
Oral And Maxillofacial Surgeons in Rhode IslandExtractions, implants, and jaw surgery.
Endodontists in Rhode IslandRoot canals and tooth-pulp specialists.
Periodontists in Rhode IslandGum disease, gum surgery, and dental implants.
Prosthodontists in Rhode IslandCrowns, bridges, dentures, and full restorations.
Dental Public Health Dentists in Rhode IslandCommunity dental health and policy practitioners.
Oral And Maxillofacial Pathologists in Rhode IslandDiagnoses oral diseases from biopsy and imaging.
Orofacial Pain Specialists in Rhode IslandTMJ, jaw pain, and chronic facial pain.

Frequently asked

Dentists in Rhode Island: questions

How are these dentists in Rhode Island ranked?
The ranking weights NPPES record completeness, CMS Medicare enrollment, MIPS quality scores when available, and HRSA HPSA service. Of the 10 listed, 10 are Medicare-enrolled and 0 practice in a dental shortage area. We do not accept payment for placement.
Do dentists in Rhode Island accept Medicaid?
Rhode Island's Medicaid program is Rhode Island Medicaid. Specialist participation varies. We surface Medicare enrollment as a public-program proxy on each profile, but the only authoritative answer comes from the office and the Rhode Island Medicaid provider directory (https://eohhs.ri.gov/consumer/consumer-information/program-information/medicaid).
How do I check a dentist's license in Rhode Island?
Use the Rhode Island Board of Dentistry license-lookup at https://health.ri.gov/licenses/detail.php?id=233. Confirm the license is active and check for any disciplinary actions.
When should I see a dentist instead of a general dentist?
Same as general dentist — routine care, exams, and most everyday procedures; Confirm with the office before booking specialty work (orthodontics, implants, root canals).