Ranked using 3,205 patient reviews and registry records for 5 local practices.
Quick answer
Our top ranked dental practice in Salem, Virginia is Dr. Robert Merian, DDS, rated 4.9 out of 5 across 401 public reviews. Other top choices include Cross, Lavinder, Quinn & Park Family Dentistry - Roanoke and Dr. Travis Shannon. Salem has a population of about 25,600, and the 5 strongest local practices are compared on this page.
Whether you just moved to Salem, Virginia or your old office closed, this page is a fast way to find quality care. We gathered the real dental practices serving Salem, verified them, and scored them on the factors that matter to patients. Use it to shortlist a few offices, then call the one that fits you best.
Across the 5 top practices we highlight in Salem, patients can access general dentistry and endodontics. 1 of these practices on this page offers endodontics. The Salem practices on this list average 20 years in practice, with Dr. Robert Merian, DDS among the most established at 20 years. Listed offices serve several parts of the city, including the 24153, 24018 ZIP areas. Together these practices hold 3,205 public Google reviews, led by Cross, Lavinder, Quinn & Park Family Dentistry - Roanoke with 1,687. The average rating across this Salem list is 4.9 out of 5.
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Endodontics
Endodontics in Salem, delivered by a well established practice with 20 years of experience. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 401 public Google reviews.
General Dentistry
Provides general dentistry for Salem families, an established local practice. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 1,687 public Google reviews.
General Dentistry
Provides general dentistry for Salem families, serving patients for 19 years. Rated 4.8 out of 5 across 220 public Google reviews.
General Dentistry
Known in Salem for general dentistry, an established local practice. Rated 4.8 out of 5 across 839 public Google reviews.
General Dentistry
General dentistry in Salem, delivered by a well established practice with 20 years of experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 across 58 public Google reviews.
Ratings on this list run from 4.8 to 5.0, review counts from 58 to 1,687, and registry records from 19 to 20 years.
| Rank | Practice | Google rating | Reviews | Years on record | Services |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dr. Robert Merian, DDS | 4.9 | 401 | 20 | Endodontics |
| #2 | Cross, Lavinder, Quinn & Park Family Dentistry - Roanoke | 4.9 | 1,687 | — | General Dentistry |
| #3 | Dr. Travis Shannon | 4.8 | 220 | 19 | General Dentistry |
| #4 | Real Life Dental - Salem | 4.8 | 839 | — | General Dentistry |
| #5 | Dr. Gary Crawford, DDS | 5.0 | 58 | 20 | General Dentistry |
3 of the 5 Salem 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 Salem, Virginia average 4.9 stars. That is above nearby Norfolk (4.8).
| City | Average rating | Practices ranked | Top pick |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem | 4.9 | 5 | Dr. Robert Merian, 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 |
Most people only think about the dentist when something hurts, but the real value is in the routine visit. A dentist in Salem, Virginia looks after cleanings, cavities, crowns, and the overall condition of your mouth. They refer you to specialists such as orthodontists or oral surgeons when you need advanced work.
General Dentistry4 of 5 listed practices
General dentistry covers checkups, cleanings, cavity treatment, and the long term upkeep of your teeth and gums. In Salem, offered by Cross, Lavinder, Quinn & Park Family Dentistry - Roanoke, Dr. Travis Shannon, Real Life Dental - Salem and 1 more.
Endodontics1 of 5 listed practices
Root canal treatment is the core of endodontics, saving a tooth whose nerve is infected or damaged. In Salem, offered by Dr. Robert Merian, DDS.
Before your next visit, it helps to know what modern dentistry can do. Catch up on dental advances and what to ask your Salem dentist.
Our Salem, Virginia ranking is editorial, not paid: each practice is scored on reviews, review volume, registry credentials, experience, and online presence. Sponsored spots are labeled and never change the organic order.
Read our full ranking methodologyLook at the track record
Among the 5 practices listed in Salem, Virginia, registry records show an average of 20 years in operation, and 3 have been on record for 15 years or more. Dr. Robert Merian, DDS has the longest record at 20 years. A long track record usually points to steady, consistent care.
Look at review volume
The listed Salem, Virginia practices hold 3,205 public Google reviews between them, with an average rating of 4.9. A score backed by many reviews, like the 1,687 for Cross, Lavinder, Quinn & Park Family Dentistry - Roanoke, tells you more than a perfect rating from a handful of patients. Recent comments about staff and comfort are often the most telling.
Check the services on offer
1 of the 5 listed Salem, Virginia practices offers services beyond general dentistry, including endodontics. If you need endodontics, consider Dr. Robert Merian, DDS.
Choose somewhere convenient
The practices here are spread across 2 ZIP codes (24153 and 24018). Check parking and opening hours before you book.
Start with a checkup
Treat your first appointment in Salem, Virginia as a trial. If you feel rushed or pushed toward extra treatment, try another practice on this list.
Knowing what happens at a first visit in Salem, Virginia takes the nerves out of booking one. Expect a review of your medical history, a set of digital X rays, and a full exam of your teeth and gums. Bring your insurance details and a list of questions so you get the most from the appointment.
In Salem, Virginia, 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. Ask each Salem office for an estimate and about payment plans before you book.
Before you commit to a dentist in Salem, Virginia, a few direct questions tell you a lot about the practice.
Dr. Robert Merian, DDS holds the number 1 spot on our Salem list, with a 4.9 star Google rating from 401 reviews. Cross, Lavinder, Quinn & Park Family Dentistry - Roanoke ranks second with a 4.9 rating.
Cross, Lavinder, Quinn & Park Family Dentistry - Roanoke has the most public Google reviews among the practices we list in Salem, with 1,687. Across all 5 listed practices there are 3,205 reviews in total.
In Salem, Virginia, 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. Robert Merian, DDS 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 Salem, Virginia practices offer endodontics (1 practice).
The Salem practices we list are in ZIP codes 24153 and 24018. The biggest cluster is in 24153, with 4 of the 5.
The Salem, Virginia ranking comes from one score per practice that blends review quality, review volume, verified credentials, experience, and online presence across the 5 practices we compared.
Paid placements are allowed but always labeled, and they never move a practice up the organic Salem, Virginia list.
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