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Best General Dentists in Cape Girardeau, MO (2026)

53 clinics offering general dentistry, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Brace Place: Kirchhoff Shanon T DDS, ranked #1 of 53 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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53 Cape Girardeau clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays and 2 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Cape Girardeau at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Cape Girardeau at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Brace Place: Kirchhoff Shanon T DDS73
2Cotner Dentistry73
3Southeast Missouri Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - Cape Girardeau73
4Bennett Michael W Dd67
5Cape Dentist67
6Christine Schoolman67
7Christine Schoolman67
8Cotner Danna P DDS67
9Cross Trails Medical Center67
10Dr. Alyssa Baker67

The 53 best general dentistry dentists in Cape Girardeau, ranked

Ordered by service score: the DR Score plus bonuses for a specialist on staff, reviews that mention the service and same-day care where it applies.

Scores below: based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  3. #3 Southeast Missouri Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - Cape Girardeau

    73/100

    Ranked #3 for general dentistry in Cape Girardeau on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Southeast Missouri Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - Cape GirardeauFull profile
    In their words

    Dr. Steven Schoolman and Dr. Bryan Schoolman Oral Surgeon; Dental Implants; Wisdom Teeth; Extractions; Bone Grafting; Pathology; IV sedation; Anesthesia; Trauma, Orthognathic Surgery; Jaw Surgery; Facial Cosmetics; Botox and Fillers, Sleep Apnea Surgery.

    From Southeast Missouri Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - Cape Girardeau's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 53 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #53, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Shawie Noffel67
27Steven Dent67
28Terry L. Brown DDS67
29Christian Torres Diaz47Evenings
30Clayton Rangitsch47Evenings
31SMILE BY DESIGN47Sat
32Ruopp Family Dentistry37
33Kaelin Dental Group37
34Byron L Aden DDS PC37
35Dr. Dominique G. Harter, DDS37
36Harter Family Dental37
37The Center for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery , LLC37
38Cape Girardeau Dentistry37
39Jayne F. Scherrman JS Pediatric Dentistry37
40Rhoades Jonathan J DDS37
41Williams Stan DDS37
42Cure Dental of Cape Girardeau37
43Affordable Dentures & Implants33
44Sheets Susan H DDS33
45James H. Bollinger DDS - The Healing Arts Center33
46Camp Merkley Kids Dental33
47Dr. James L. Fox, DDS33
48Fox Robert DDS33
49Dr. Charlene L. Minton, DMD28
50Dr. Kenneth Sullivan, DMD28
51Trulsson Mark L DDS28
52Bennett Family Dentistry17
53Dr. Janet B. Ruopp14

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What is general dentistry?

General dentistry covers routine care: checkups, cleanings, x-rays, fillings and basic treatment of gum disease. A general dentist is usually the first stop for any dental problem and refers patients to specialists when a case needs it.

General dentistry: specialist or general dentist?

General dentists (DDS or DMD) provide this care themselves. There is no specialist for general dentistry; a general dentist may refer you to an endodontist, periodontist, orthodontist or oral surgeon for complex work.

How much does general dentistry cost in Cape Girardeau?

Typical ranges in USD for Cape Girardeau, MO. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does general dentistry cost in Cape Girardeau?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$55–$170DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Missouri—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$170–$390DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Missouri—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full general dentistry cost guide for Cape Girardeau

What to expect from general dentistry

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

General dentistry: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visits1 visit for a checkup; follow-up visits if treatment is needed
Chair timeAbout 30–60 minutes for an exam and cleaning
RecoveryNone for a routine checkup
When to see a specialistWhen your dentist finds a problem outside routine care, such as a complex root canal, advanced gum disease or bite problems

How we ranked Cape Girardeau general dentistry dentists

We scored 53 Cape Girardeau clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 8 were excluded (8 duplicate listings). Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured clinics are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Cape Girardeau data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Access15%Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patientsMeasured
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

General dentistry in Cape Girardeau: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Cape Girardeau?

Brace Place: Kirchhoff Shanon T DDS ranks #1 of 53 Cape Girardeau clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Cotner Dentistry ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Cape Girardeau, MO?

General dentistry in Cape Girardeau typically costs $100–$300 USD. By type: checkup exam $55–$170; exam, cleaning and x-rays $170–$390. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Missouri. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Missouri?

Most dental insurance plans cover preventive checkups and cleanings, often twice a year, with little or no cost share. Medicaid covers dental care for children in every state; adult dental benefits vary by state. Confirm your benefits before booking.

Does a dental checkup hurt?

A routine checkup is usually not painful. Most patients feel only mild pressure or scraping during the cleaning. People with sensitive teeth or gum inflammation may feel some discomfort, and dentists can often use numbing gel or adjust their technique if you tell them.

Which Cape Girardeau general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 53 Cape Girardeau clinics offering general dentistry lists Saturday hours, including SMILE BY DESIGN. Hours come from each clinic's listing; check with the clinic before you go, since holiday and summer hours can change.

How many dentists offer general dentistry in Cape Girardeau?

53 Cape Girardeau clinics list general dentistry in our data. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Cape Girardeau

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 53 clinics.
  2. : 8 duplicate listings merged.

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