5 Bristol dental practices compared on 3,617 public reviews, verified credentials, and services.
Quick answer
Our top ranked dental practice in Bristol, Virginia is Dr. Michael Cagle, DDS, rated 4.9 out of 5 across 1,641 public reviews. Other top choices include Westfall Orthodontics and Dr. Christopher Davenport. Bristol has a population of about 16,807, and the 5 strongest local practices are compared on this page.
Picking a new dentist is a decision worth getting right, and in Bristol, Virginia there is no shortage of choices. We looked at how patients rate each office, how long its clinicians have practiced, and what services it provides. That gives you a clear, trustworthy starting point for booking care nearby.
Across the 5 top practices we highlight in Bristol, patients can access general dentistry. The Bristol practices on this list average 12 years in practice, with Dr. Christopher Davenport among the most established at 13 years. Listed offices serve several parts of the city, including the 24201, 24202, 24210 ZIP areas. Together these practices hold 3,617 public Google reviews, led by Dr. Michael Cagle, DDS with 1,641. The average rating across this Bristol list is 5.0 out of 5.
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General Dentistry
Known in Bristol for general dentistry, serving patients for 11 years. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 1,641 public Google reviews.
General Dentistry
Provides general dentistry for Bristol families, an established local practice. Rated 5.0 out of 5 across 1,081 public Google reviews.
General Dentistry
Offering general dentistry in Bristol, serving patients for 13 years. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 357 public Google reviews.
General Dentistry
A Bristol dental office focused on general dentistry, an established local practice. Rated 5.0 out of 5 across 284 public Google reviews.
General Dentistry
Provides general dentistry for Bristol families, an established local practice. Rated 5.0 out of 5 across 254 public Google reviews.
Ratings on this list run from 4.9 to 5.0, review counts from 254 to 1,641, and registry records from 11 to 13 years.
| Rank | Practice | Google rating | Reviews | Years on record | Services |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dr. Michael Cagle, DDS | 4.9 | 1,641 | 11 | General Dentistry |
| #2 | Westfall Orthodontics | 5.0 | 1,081 | — | General Dentistry |
| #3 | Dr. Christopher Davenport | 4.9 | 357 | 13 | General Dentistry |
| #4 | Abingdon Dental Arts - Dr. Michael Doty and Dr. Jalen Sykes | 5.0 | 284 | — | General Dentistry |
| #5 | Southside Bristol Dental | 5.0 | 254 | — | General Dentistry |
We matched 2 of these 5 Bristol practices to the official 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 Bristol, Virginia average 5.0 stars. That is above nearby Virginia Beach (4.9), Norfolk (4.8), and Chesapeake (4.9).
| City | Average rating | Practices ranked | Top pick |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol | 5.0 | 5 | Dr. Michael Cagle, DDS |
| Virginia Beach | 4.9 | 5 | Dr. Vinita Folck, DDS |
| Norfolk | 4.8 | 5 | Dr. Marshall Bonnie, DDS |
| Chesapeake | 4.9 | 5 | Chesapeake Dental Specialists PLLC |
Modern dentistry is as much about keeping teeth healthy as it is about fixing them. A general dentist in Bristol, Virginia handles routine care such as cleanings, exams, fillings, and preventive treatment. Staying on a regular schedule helps you keep your natural teeth for life.
General Dentistry5 of 5 listed practices
General dentists are your first stop for everyday care: checkups, cleanings, fillings, crowns, and preventive advice. In Bristol, offered by Dr. Michael Cagle, DDS, Westfall Orthodontics, Dr. Christopher Davenport and 2 more.
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The Bristol, Virginia list is set by our scoring, not by payment, using patient ratings, review counts, registry records, experience, and a working website.
Read our full ranking methodologyLook at the track record
Among the 5 practices listed in Bristol, Virginia, registry records show an average of 12 years in operation. Dr. Christopher Davenport has the longest record at 13 years. Newer offices can be excellent too, so read their reviews closely.
Check what patients say
The listed Bristol, Virginia practices hold 3,617 public Google reviews between them, with an average rating of 5.0. A score backed by many reviews, like the 1,641 for Dr. Michael Cagle, DDS, tells you more than a perfect rating from a handful of patients. Notice how the office replies to criticism, not just to praise.
Match services to what you need
Every practice on this Bristol, Virginia 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.
Consider the commute
The practices here are spread across 4 ZIP codes (24201, 24202, 24210, and 37620). A dentist near home or work makes it far easier to keep up with checkups twice a year.
Start with a checkup
A routine cleaning is a low stakes way to judge a Bristol, Virginia office: how clean it is, how current the equipment looks, and how well the team listens.
The first appointment at a Bristol, Virginia practice is as much about listening as it is about treatment. Expect a review of your medical history, a set of digital X rays, and a full exam of your teeth and gums. By the end you should understand your options and never feel pushed into treatment.
What you pay for dental care in Bristol, Virginia comes down to the procedure and your coverage. Insurance tends to cover routine checkups well and only part of restorative or cosmetic work. Get a written estimate from your Bristol dentist before any major procedure.
When you call or visit a Bristol, Virginia office, these questions help you judge whether it is the right fit.
Dr. Michael Cagle, DDS holds the number 1 spot on our Bristol list, with a 4.9 star Google rating from 1,641 reviews. Westfall Orthodontics ranks second with a 5.0 rating.
Dr. Michael Cagle, DDS has the most public Google reviews among the practices we list in Bristol, with 1,641. Across all 5 listed practices there are 3,617 reviews in total.
In Bristol, Virginia, the 5 rated practices we list average 5.0 out of 5 on Google, and the highest rating is 5.0.
Of the practices we list, Dr. Christopher Davenport has the longest record in the national provider registry, at more than 13 years. The average across the list is 12 years.
The Bristol practices we list are in ZIP codes 24201, 24202, 24210, and 37620. The biggest cluster is in 24201, with 2 of the 5.
Each of the 5 Bristol, Virginia practices here was scored on the same factors: Google rating, number of reviews, national provider registry records, experience, and a working website. The highest scores make the list.
Paid placements are allowed but always labeled, and they never move a practice up the organic Bristol, Virginia list.
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