Best Dentists in America — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 3619 dental practices across 70 cities based on credentials, patient reviews, specialties, and new patient availability.

Data sources: Google reviews · NPI registry · Dental licensing boards · Press mentions · Patient reviews

Scored across 7 signals: rating (35), reviews (20), web presence (20), profile completeness (15), credentials (5), press (3), experience (2). No paid placement. Ever.

Top 10 Dentists in America

  1. #1 — The Chicago Dental Studio Score: 23/100

    Chicago, IL — Chicago Dentist | Top Cosmetic & General Dentistry

    Specialties: General Dentistry. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Diane Garrison D.D.S Score: 23/100

    Berwyn, IL — Forever Dental

    Specialties: General Dentistry. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Chicago Dental Boutique Score: 23/100

    Chicago, IL — Boutique Dental Experience Chicago

    Specialties: General Dentistry. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Family Dental Score: 23/100

    Chicago, IL — Family Dental of Roscoe!

    Specialties: General Dentistry. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Beyond Smiles of Park Ridge Score: 20/100

    Park Ridge, IL — Dentist in Park Ridge, IL

    Specialties: Cosmetic Dentistry. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Brighter Dental of South Loop Score: 19/100

    Chicago, IL — Brighter Dental Chicago

    Specialties: General Dentistry. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Family Dental Care Score: 19/100

    Oak Lawn, IL — Dentist in Oak Lawn | Trusted Dental Clinic

    Specialties: General Dentistry. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Thomas A. Swingler DDS Score: 14/100

    Oak Lawn, IL — Dental practice listed from OpenStreetMap contribution node/4684984700. Service signals: general-dentistry. Verified fields: name, phone, website, address.

    Specialties: General Dentistry. View full profile →

How We Rank Dentists

Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), professional credentials like DDS/DMD/board certifications (5%), press recognition (3%), and years in practice (2%). Read our full methodology →

Rankings by City

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Browse by specialty

  • Cosmetic Dentistry — Veneers, bonding, whitening, and smile makeovers to improve appearance.
  • Dental Implants — Permanent tooth replacement with titanium implants and natural-looking crowns.
  • Emergency Dentistry — Same-day urgent care for toothaches, broken teeth, lost fillings, and dental trauma.
  • Endodontics — Root canal therapy and treatment of the inner tooth pulp and root systems.
  • General Dentistry — Routine cleanings, exams, fillings, and preventive care for patients of all ages.
  • Invisalign — Clear aligner therapy for discreet teeth straightening without traditional braces.
  • Oral Surgery — Extractions, wisdom teeth removal, jaw surgery, and other surgical dental procedures.
  • Orthodontics — Braces, Invisalign, and other teeth-straightening treatments for all ages.
  • Pediatric Dentistry — Child-focused dental care from infancy through adolescence in a comfortable environment.
  • Periodontics — Treatment of gum disease, deep cleanings, and gum-related surgical procedures.
  • Sedation Dentistry — Anxiety-free dental care using nitrous oxide, oral sedation, or IV sedation.
  • Teeth Whitening — In-office and take-home professional whitening treatments for a brighter smile.

Frequently asked questions

Who are the best dentists in America?
The Dentist Ranker indexes 3619 dental practices across 70 cities using our Guide Score algorithm. Top-ranked dentists are listed on our homepage and city pages, scored on Google reviews, credentials, patient acceptance status, and professional presence.
How are dentists ranked on The Dentist Ranker?
Our Guide Score (0–100) is computed algorithmically from publicly available data. It weighs Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), professional credentials like DDS/DMD/board certifications (5%), press recognition (3%), and years in practice (2%). There is no paid placement.
How do I find a dentist that is accepting new patients?
Each dentist profile on The Dentist Ranker shows whether they are accepting new patients where that data is available. You can also filter by city or specialty and check individual profiles for contact information to call ahead.
How often are rankings updated?
Core fields (address, phone, website) are re-verified on a rolling monthly cadence. Guide Scores recalculate with every data update. Every page renders its own last-verified date.