How are these general dentists in Connecticut 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 7 practice in a dental shortage area. We do not accept payment for placement.

Do general dentists in Connecticut accept Medicaid?

Connecticut's Medicaid program is HUSKY Health. 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 HUSKY Health provider directory (https://portal.ct.gov/dss/health-and-home-care/husky-health).

How do I check a general dentist's license in Connecticut?

Use the Connecticut State Dental Commission license-lookup at https://portal.ct.gov/dph/practitioner-licensing--investigations/dental-commission. Confirm the license is active and check for any disciplinary actions.

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

Routine cleanings every 6 months and annual exams; A new cavity, sensitive tooth, or visible chip; A regular check-up before more complex specialist work.

Top 10 · CT

Top General Dentists in Connecticut

Routine care, cleanings, fillings, and exams. 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: 7

Indexed density: 0.27 per 100K residents (population 3.68M ).

Verified · NPPES (CMS)refreshed May 7, 2026

Other dental specialties in Connecticut

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Orthodontists in ConnecticutBraces, aligners, and bite correction.
Pediatric Dentists in ConnecticutSpecialized care for infants, children, and teens.
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons in ConnecticutExtractions, implants, and jaw surgery.
Endodontists in ConnecticutRoot canals and tooth-pulp specialists.
Periodontists in ConnecticutGum disease, gum surgery, and dental implants.
Prosthodontists in ConnecticutCrowns, bridges, dentures, and full restorations.
Dental Public Healths in ConnecticutCommunity dental health and policy practitioners.
Oral & Maxillofacial Pathologists in ConnecticutDiagnoses oral diseases from biopsy and imaging.
Dentist Anesthesiologists in ConnecticutSedation and anesthesia for dental procedures.
Oral & Maxillofacial Radiologists in ConnecticutSpecialized dental imaging and diagnosis.
Orofacial Pain Specialists in ConnecticutTMJ, jaw pain, and chronic facial pain.
Oral Medicine Specialists in ConnecticutNon-surgical management of oral disease.
Dentist (Other)s in ConnecticutDentists with general or unspecified focus.

Frequently asked

General Dentists in Connecticut: questions

How are these general dentists in Connecticut 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 7 practice in a dental shortage area. We do not accept payment for placement.
Do general dentists in Connecticut accept Medicaid?
Connecticut's Medicaid program is HUSKY Health. 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 HUSKY Health provider directory (https://portal.ct.gov/dss/health-and-home-care/husky-health).
How do I check a general dentist's license in Connecticut?
Use the Connecticut State Dental Commission license-lookup at https://portal.ct.gov/dph/practitioner-licensing--investigations/dental-commission. Confirm the license is active and check for any disciplinary actions.
When should I see a general dentist instead of a general dentist?
Routine cleanings every 6 months and annual exams; A new cavity, sensitive tooth, or visible chip; A regular check-up before more complex specialist work.