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Best General Dentists in Elizabethtown, KY (2026)

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  1. 1

    Best overall for general dentistry: Radcliff Family Dental, ranked #1 of 49 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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49 Elizabethtown 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 Elizabethtown at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Elizabethtown at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Radcliff Family Dental73
2Ruby Dental & Braces73
3Doctors PLLC67
4Dr. Ashley King-Tinsley67
5Dr. Derek Durbin67
6Dr. Gary D. Hinton, DMD67
7Dr. Henry Bunch67
8Dr. James Gabhart67
9Dr. Kathlyn Thompson67
10Dr. L. Douglas Knight67

The 49 best general dentistry dentists in Elizabethtown, 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.

  2. #2 Ruby Dental & Braces

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for general dentistry in Elizabethtown on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Ruby Dental & BracesFull profile
    In their words

    Ruby Dental serves the local Elizabethtown, KY community with a friendly and professional dental team to make dental visits simple and stress-free for patients of all ages.We accept most types of insurance and offer convenient payment options. Ask about our Resolution Dental Plan, which can save your family over $1,000 per year in dental needs!

    From Ruby Dental & Braces's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Aspen Dental

    2030 N Dixie Hwy, Elizabethtown, KY 42701, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Elizabethtown: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile(270) 763-0200
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Elizabethtown,KY offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care…

    From Aspen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 49 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #49, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Modern Kids Dentistry37
27United Smile Centres37
28Elizabethtown Dentistry for Children37
29The Community Health Clinic37
30Bunch Family Dental37
31Mulberry Street Family Dentists: Cochran Todd T DMD, FAGD37
32Smith Family & Cosmetic Dentistry37
33Clagett Periodontics & Implant Dentistry37
34Hardin County Dental Associates37
35Carnes Family Dental37
36Richard L Miller Oral Health37
37Hammer and Van Zant Family Dentistry37
38Heartland Family Dentistry: Irwin Toni Lynn DDS37
39Pediatric Dentistry of Elizabethtown37
40Elizabethtown Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery37
41Susan M King DMD & Associates PSC37
42DuPlessis Orthodontics37
43Affordable Dentures & Implants33
44The Oral & Facial Surgery Center of Kentucky33
45Proctor Sarah DDS33
46Mortenson Family Dental33
47Mortenson Family Dental33
48Hardin County Dental Associates: Brown Jeffery R DDS33
49Heartland Family Dentistry28

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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 Elizabethtown?

Typical ranges in USD for Elizabethtown, KY. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

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

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

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 Elizabethtown general dentistry dentists

We scored 49 Elizabethtown clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 4 were excluded (4 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 Elizabethtown 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 Elizabethtown: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Elizabethtown?

Radcliff Family Dental ranks #1 of 49 Elizabethtown clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Ruby Dental & Braces ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Elizabethtown, KY?

General dentistry in Elizabethtown 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 Kentucky. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Kentucky?

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 Elizabethtown general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 49 Elizabethtown clinics offering general dentistry lists Saturday hours, including Comfort Hold Dentures. 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 Elizabethtown?

49 Elizabethtown 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 Elizabethtown

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 49 clinics.
  2. : 4 duplicate listings merged.

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