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Best General Dentists in Kansas City, KS (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Urgent Dentist, ranked #1 of 52 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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52 Kansas City clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 2 offer same-day or emergency visits and 12 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Kansas City at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Kansas City at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)Same-day
1Urgent Dentist77—Yes
2Dr. Joe M. Herrera, DDS684.8★ (33)—
3Anna Jobe67——
4Behrens DeeAnn R DDS67——
5Crespi Elizabeth D DDS67——
6Dr. Jeffrey Lenius67——
7Dr. Travis Roberts67——
8Family Dental Care67——
9Gonzales Dental67——
10Huynh Ha T DDS67——

The 52 best general dentistry dentists in Kansas City, 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.

  15. #15 Central Ave Dental

    1320 Central Ave, Kansas City, KS 66102

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for general dentistry in Kansas City: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Central Ave DentalFull profile(913) 342-5280
    In their words

    We love being part of this community and would love for you to join the Central Ave family! Our Central Ave location has plenty of space and parking for our patients only, which is convenient for our patients because we know how busy Central Ave can get. Don’t have time to visit the dentist? We have appointments in the evening and on weekends. Choose a time that works best for you!

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

  16. #16 Vibrant Health Central

    21 N 12th St Ste 300, Kansas City, KS 66102

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for general dentistry in Kansas City: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Vibrant Health CentralFull profile(913) 342-2552

  17. #17 Legends Dental Group

    10818 Parallel Pkwy, Kansas City, KS 66109

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for general dentistry in Kansas City: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–7 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–6 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–2:45 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Legends Dental GroupFull profile(913) 299-8860
    In their words

    As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to Legends Dental Group! With state-of-the-art infection control procedures in place, our #1 goal is to keep you and your family safe. We provide comprehensive specialty services with advanced, proven technology and offer customized financial solutions for you. We are proud to be your complete Kansas City dental provider with services including Teledentistry, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening, Oral Surgery, Wisdom…

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

  19. #19 Comfort Dental

    7933 State Ave #100-101, Kansas City, KS 66112, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for general dentistry in Kansas City: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–7:30 PM · Sat 7:30 AM–1:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Comfort DentalFull profile(913) 213-6973

  24. #24 Amazing Smiles Of Kansas City

    8915 State Ave, Kansas City, KS 66112

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Kansas City: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 11 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Amazing Smiles Of Kansas CityFull profile(913) 788-7600
    In their words

    QUALITY. HONEST. EDUCATION. We strive to offer superior dental services in a fun, cozy, and informative environment. We have state-of-the-art imaging for cutting-edge diagnostics to help each patient take control of their oral health and receive the best treatment needed. Dr. Kelly has a keen eye for esthetics in the beauty of your smile and a gentle touch to help alleviate any dental fears. We offer dental care for the entire family including preventative and cosmetic…

    From Amazing Smiles Of Kansas City's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Snyder Micah L DDS

    753 State Ave # 665, Kansas City, KS 66101

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Kansas City: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Snyder Micah L DDSFull profile(913) 321-4385

All 52 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #52, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26JayDoc Free Clinic43Evenings
27NKC Dental West Plaza37
28Turner Dental Group37
29Dr. Carol J. Jones, DDS37
30KCK Dental Professionals37
31Seville Dental Aesthetics (formerly Jobe Dental)37
32Moreno Family Dentistry37
33Colleen A. Nguyen DDS, PA: Gentle Touch Dentistry37
34Sunflower Family Dentistry Dr. Mark Gilmore DDS37
35My Kid's Dentist & Orthodontics37
36Keith D Snitker DDS37
37Smiles By Design37
38Aspen Dental33
39Chang Youngjune DDS33
40Swope Health Wyandotte33
41Happy Smiles33
42Piper Family Dentistry33
43Discovery Dental33
44Vernon Jerry J DDS33
45Pearly Whites Dental Care33
46Blacknall Frank B DDS15
47Brown Rachelle S DDS15
48Dentista15
49Dr. Naero M. Mathias, DDS15
50Dr. Tommy Rose, DDS15
51Rauschenbach Richard DDS15
52Mirage Chameleon Dental Products7

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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 Kansas City?

Typical ranges in USD for Kansas City, KS. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

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

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

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 Kansas City general dentistry dentists

We scored 52 Kansas City clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Kansas City data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
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 Kansas City: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Kansas City?

Urgent Dentist ranks #1 of 52 Kansas City clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Dr. Joe M. Herrera, DDS ranks #2 (4.8★ from 33 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Kansas City, KS?

General dentistry in Kansas City 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 Kansas. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Kansas?

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 Kansas City general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

12 of 52 Kansas City clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Urgent Dentist, Dr. Joe M. Herrera, DDS and Dr. Steven M. Culp, DDS. 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 Kansas City?

52 Kansas City clinics list general dentistry in our data. 12 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Kansas City

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

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