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Best General Dentists in Ellensburg, WA (2026)

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

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Kittitas Valley Urgent Care, ranked #1 of 34 by service score; evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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34 Ellensburg clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 2 open Saturdays and 2 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Ellensburg at a glance

The 34 best general dentistry dentists in Ellensburg, 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.

  1. Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Ellensburg

    #1 Kittitas Valley Urgent Care

    702 E Mountain View Ave #1, Ellensburg, WA 98926, United States

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Ellensburg: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7:30 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5:30 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #22 Community Health of Central Wa: Cate Sara MD

    521 E Mountain View Ave, Ellensburg, WA 98926

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for general dentistry in Ellensburg: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 7 AM–7 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #23 Avanta Dental of Ellensburg

    306 S Main St #1, Ellensburg, WA 98926

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for general dentistry in Ellensburg: Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sat closed · Sun 8:30 AM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Avanta Dental, our dentist and staff use the highest quality dental treatments and technologies to help our patients achieve the best possible oral health results. Our Ellensburg, WA, dentists and staff members keep your dental goals and needs at the forefront of everything we do. We do this by taking the time to explain your dental exam or treatment in our comfortable environment, in the belief that any treatment that is undertaken should be tailored to your needs and…

    From Avanta Dental of Ellensburg's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #24 Christopher Orthodontics - Ellensburg

    1206 N Dolarway Rd ste 101, Ellensburg, WA 98926, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Ellensburg on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #25 Creekside Dental Ellensburg

    2601 Triple L Loop, Ellensburg, WA 98926, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Ellensburg on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

All 34 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #34, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

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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 Ellensburg?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Ellensburg?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$70–$210DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Washington—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$210–$490DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Washington—

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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 Ellensburg general dentistry dentists

We scored 34 Ellensburg clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Ellensburg 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 Ellensburg: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Ellensburg?

Kittitas Valley Urgent Care ranks #1 of 34 Ellensburg clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours. David Hernandez ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Ellensburg, WA?

General dentistry in Ellensburg typically costs $125–$375 USD. By type: checkup exam $70–$210; exam, cleaning and x-rays $210–$490. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Washington. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Washington?

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 Ellensburg general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 34 Ellensburg clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Kittitas Valley Urgent Care and Community Health of Central Wa: Cate Sara MD. 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 Ellensburg?

34 Ellensburg clinics list general dentistry in our data. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Ellensburg

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 34 clinics.