Ranked using 3,496 patient reviews and registry records for 5 local practices.
Quick answer
Our top ranked dental practice in Lewiston, Maine is Dr. Helen Barbarick, DMD, rated 4.9 out of 5 across 857 public reviews. Other top choices include James P. Herbert, D.M.D., P.A. and Dr. Dominique Ayala, DMD. Lewiston has a population of about 38,404, and the 5 strongest local practices are compared on this page.
When it is time to choose a dentist in Lewiston, Maine, a short, honest list beats scrolling through dozens of ads. We compared local dental practices on review scores, review volume, registry credentials, and the treatments they offer. Our rankings stay independent of whether a practice chooses to advertise with us.
Across the 5 top practices we highlight in Lewiston, patients can access general dentistry. The Lewiston practices on this list average 15 years in practice, with Dr. Helen Barbarick, DMD among the most established at 19 years. Listed offices serve several parts of the city, including the 04240, 04210 ZIP areas. Together these practices hold 3,496 public Google reviews, led by Dr. Dominique Ayala, DMD with 1,146. The average rating across this Lewiston list is 4.9 out of 5.
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Offering general dentistry in Lewiston, serving patients for 19 years. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 857 public Google reviews.
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Known in Lewiston for general dentistry, serving patients for 19 years. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 451 public Google reviews.
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Offering general dentistry in Lewiston, an established local practice. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 1,146 public Google reviews.
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Provides general dentistry for Lewiston families, serving patients for 19 years. Rated 4.8 out of 5 across 253 public Google reviews.
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General dentistry in Lewiston, delivered by an established local practice. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 789 public Google reviews.
Ratings on this list run from 4.8 to 4.9, review counts from 253 to 1,146, and registry records from 2 to 19 years.
| Rank | Practice | Google rating | Reviews | Years on record | Services |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dr. Helen Barbarick, DMD | 4.9 | 857 | 19 | General Dentistry |
| #2 | James P. Herbert, D.M.D., P.A. | 4.9 | 451 | 19 | General Dentistry |
| #3 | Dr. Dominique Ayala, DMD | 4.9 | 1,146 | 2 | General Dentistry |
| #4 | Dr. Daniel Bizier, DMD | 4.8 | 253 | 19 | General Dentistry |
| #5 | Maine Dentistry - Auburn | 4.9 | 789 | — | General Dentistry |
4 of the 5 Lewiston 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 Lewiston, Maine average 4.9 stars. That matches the nearby cities shown here.
| City | Average rating | Practices ranked | Top pick |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lewiston | 4.9 | 5 | Dr. Helen Barbarick, DMD |
| Portland | 4.9 | 5 | Dr. Catalina Atienza, DMD |
| Bangor | 4.9 | 5 | Dr. Rachel Lukas, DMD |
| South Portland | 4.9 | 5 | Dr. John Corey, DMD PA |
A visit to the dentist is about far more than a clean smile. In Lewiston, Maine, a general dentist is your first point of contact for cleanings, exams, and everyday treatment. When something more complex comes up, they coordinate specialist treatment so your care stays joined up.
General Dentistry5 of 5 listed practices
A general dentist handles the routine care most people need, from cleanings and exams to fillings and crowns. In Lewiston, offered by Dr. Helen Barbarick, DMD, James P. Herbert, D.M.D., P.A., Dr. Dominique Ayala, DMD and 2 more.
Treatments available in Lewiston today look very different from a decade ago. Read about recent advances and what to ask your Lewiston dentist.
We rank Lewiston, Maine 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 Lewiston, Maine, registry records show an average of 15 years in operation, and 3 have been on record for 15 years or more. Dr. Helen Barbarick, DMD has the longest record at 19 years. Experience matters most for complex work such as implants or root canals.
Look at review volume
The listed Lewiston, Maine practices hold 3,496 public Google reviews between them, with an average rating of 4.9. A score backed by many reviews, like the 1,146 for Dr. Dominique Ayala, DMD, tells you more than a perfect rating from a handful of patients. Recent comments about staff and comfort are often the most telling.
Pick a practice that covers your needs
Every practice on this Lewiston, Maine list focuses on general dentistry, so for specialist work such as braces or implants you may be referred to a specialist nearby. Ask about referrals on your first call.
Think about location
The practices here are spread across 2 ZIP codes (04240 and 04210). Check parking and opening hours before you book.
Book a first visit
Start small in Lewiston, Maine: book a checkup, see how the staff treat you, and only then commit to bigger treatment.
A first visit to a Lewiston, Maine dental office is mostly about getting to know your mouth. The dentist usually takes X rays, checks each tooth, screens your gums, and looks for early signs of trouble. You leave with a written plan, an estimate for any work, and a recommended schedule for the next visit.
Fees across Lewiston, Maine practices differ by procedure and by coverage. Keeping up with checkups is the cheapest way to avoid bigger bills later. Confirm your plan is accepted when you call a Lewiston office, and get major work quoted first.
Use these questions on your first call to a Lewiston, Maine dental practice to avoid surprises later.
Dr. Helen Barbarick, DMD holds the number 1 spot on our Lewiston list, with a 4.9 star Google rating from 857 reviews. James P. Herbert, D.M.D., P.A. ranks second with a 4.9 rating.
Dr. Dominique Ayala, DMD has the most public Google reviews among the practices we list in Lewiston, with 1,146. Across all 5 listed practices there are 3,496 reviews in total.
In Lewiston, Maine, the 5 rated practices we list average 4.9 out of 5 on Google, and the highest rating is 4.9.
Of the practices we list, Dr. Helen Barbarick, DMD has the longest record in the national provider registry, at more than 19 years. The average across the list is 15 years.
The Lewiston practices we list are in ZIP codes 04240 and 04210. The biggest cluster is in 04240, with 4 of the 5.
We scored 5 Lewiston practices on patient reviews, review volume, registry verified credentials, years in practice, and online presence, then ranked them. Dr. Helen Barbarick, DMD came out on top.
Paid placements are allowed but always labeled, and they never move a practice up the organic Lewiston, Maine list.
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