An independent shortlist of 5 Newport practices, scored on 2,028 reviews, experience, and care.
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Our top ranked dental practice in Newport, Rhode Island is Dr. Faith Drennon, DMD, rated 4.8 out of 5 across 535 public reviews. Other top choices include Dr. Philip Baskin, DDS and Dr. Christopher Forster, DMD. Newport has a population of about 24,717, and the 5 strongest local practices are compared on this page.
Good dental care in Newport, Rhode Island should not take hours of searching to track down. We reviewed dental practices across Newport, Rhode Island and ranked them on patient reviews, verified credentials, and range of care. You get the strongest Newport dental practices first, with the reasoning made plain.
Across the 5 top practices we highlight in Newport, patients can access general dentistry, orthodontics, and pediatric dentistry. 1 of these practices on this page offers orthodontics. The Newport practices on this list average 20 years in practice, with Dr. Faith Drennon, DMD among the most established at 20 years. Listed offices serve several parts of the city, including the 02840, 02842 ZIP areas. Together these practices hold 2,028 public Google reviews, led by Dr. Philip Baskin, DDS with 720. The average rating across this Newport list is 4.9 out of 5.
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Pediatric Dentistry · General Dentistry
Provides pediatric dentistry and general dentistry for Newport families, a well established practice with 20 years of experience. Rated 4.8 out of 5 across 535 public Google reviews.
General Dentistry
General dentistry in Newport, delivered by a well established practice with 20 years of experience. Rated 4.8 out of 5 across 720 public Google reviews.
Orthodontics
A Newport dental office focused on orthodontics, serving patients for 19 years. Rated 5.0 out of 5 across 126 public Google reviews.
General Dentistry
General dentistry in Newport, delivered by an established local practice. Rated 5.0 out of 5 across 365 public Google reviews.
General Dentistry
Offering general dentistry in Newport, an established local practice. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 282 public Google reviews.
Ratings on this list run from 4.8 to 5.0, review counts from 126 to 720, and registry records from 19 to 20 years.
| Rank | Practice | Google rating | Reviews | Years on record | Services |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dr. Faith Drennon, DMD | 4.8 | 535 | 20 | Pediatric Dentistry, General Dentistry |
| #2 | Dr. Philip Baskin, DDS | 4.8 | 720 | 20 | General Dentistry |
| #3 | Dr. Christopher Forster, DMD | 5.0 | 126 | 19 | Orthodontics |
| #4 | Island Dental Health | 5.0 | 365 | — | General Dentistry |
| #5 | Newport Dental Associates | 4.9 | 282 | — | General Dentistry |
3 of the 5 Newport practices on this page are matched to their record in the US National Provider Identifier registry, and 5 carry a public Google rating. Details were last reviewed on August 28, 2026.
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The practices we list in Newport, Rhode Island average 4.9 stars. That matches the nearby cities shown here.
| City | Average rating | Practices ranked | Top pick |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport | 4.9 | 5 | Dr. Faith Drennon, DMD |
| Providence | 4.9 | 5 | Dr. Hali Kaufman, DMD |
| Warwick | 4.9 | 5 | Dr. Robert Conte, DMD |
| Cranston | 4.9 | 5 | Dr. Gregory Bender, DMD |
Most people only think about the dentist when something hurts, but the real value is in the routine visit. General dentists in Newport, Rhode Island provide checkups, fillings, crowns, and preventive care for the whole family. Consistent care keeps small problems from turning into expensive ones later.
General Dentistry4 of 5 listed practices
General dentistry covers checkups, cleanings, cavity treatment, and the long term upkeep of your teeth and gums. In Newport, offered by Dr. Faith Drennon, DMD, Dr. Philip Baskin, DDS, Island Dental Health and 1 more.
Orthodontics1 of 5 listed practices
Braces and clear aligners fix crowding, gaps, and bite issues, and orthodontists plan that treatment. In Newport, offered by Dr. Christopher Forster, DMD.
Pediatric Dentistry1 of 5 listed practices
Children's dentists are trained to make early visits calm and to catch problems as teeth develop. In Newport, offered by Dr. Faith Drennon, DMD.
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We rank Newport, Rhode Island practices on review quality and volume, national provider registry records, years in practice, and online presence. Paid placements are always marked as ads.
Read our full ranking methodologyLook at the track record
Among the 5 practices listed in Newport, Rhode Island, registry records show an average of 20 years in operation, and 3 have been on record for 15 years or more. Dr. Faith Drennon, DMD has the longest record at 20 years. Experience matters most for complex work such as implants or root canals.
Read the reviews, not just the stars
The listed Newport, Rhode Island practices hold 2,028 public Google reviews between them, with an average rating of 4.9. A score backed by many reviews, like the 720 for Dr. Philip Baskin, DDS, tells you more than a perfect rating from a handful of patients. Look for recent reviews that mention wait times and how procedures felt.
Check the services on offer
2 of the 5 listed Newport, Rhode Island practices offer services beyond general dentistry, including orthodontics and pediatric dentistry. If you need orthodontics, consider Dr. Christopher Forster, DMD.
Consider the commute
The practices here are spread across 2 ZIP codes (02840 and 02842). A dentist near home or work makes it far easier to keep up with checkups twice a year.
Try a cleaning first
Start small in Newport, Rhode Island: book a checkup, see how the staff treat you, and only then commit to bigger treatment.
The first appointment at a Newport, Rhode Island practice is as much about listening as it is about treatment. You will typically get a cleaning, an exam, and a clear explanation of anything that needs attention. By the end you should understand your options and never feel pushed into treatment.
In Newport, Rhode Island, the cost of a visit depends mostly on the work involved and your plan. Insurance tends to cover routine checkups well and only part of restorative or cosmetic work. If you are uninsured, ask Newport practices about cash prices or a membership plan.
Use these questions on your first call to a Newport, Rhode Island dental practice to avoid surprises later.
Dr. Faith Drennon, DMD holds the number 1 spot on our Newport list, with a 4.8 star Google rating from 535 reviews. Dr. Philip Baskin, DDS ranks second with a 4.8 rating.
Dr. Philip Baskin, DDS has the most public Google reviews among the practices we list in Newport, with 720. Across all 5 listed practices there are 2,028 reviews in total.
In Newport, Rhode Island, the 5 rated practices we list average 4.9 out of 5 on Google, and the highest rating is 5.0.
Of the practices we list, Dr. Faith Drennon, DMD has the longest record in the national provider registry, at more than 20 years. The average across the list is 20 years.
Besides general dentistry, the listed Newport, Rhode Island practices offer orthodontics (1 practice) and pediatric dentistry (1 practice).
The Newport practices we list are in ZIP codes 02840 and 02842. The biggest cluster is in 02840, with 4 of the 5.
We scored 5 Newport practices on patient reviews, review volume, registry verified credentials, years in practice, and online presence, then ranked them. Dr. Faith Drennon, DMD came out on top.
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