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Best General Dentists in Lacey, WA (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Thomas J. Herrick, DDS, ranked #1 of 42 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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42 Lacey clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 3 open Saturdays and 3 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Lacey at a glance

The 42 best general dentistry dentists in Lacey, 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. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for general dentistry in Lacey 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

    In their words

    Welcome to Tranquility Dental Wellness, a practice dedicated to redefining the dental experience by providing more than just a service; we are focused on how we make the patient's journey extraordinary. Even with heated towels, massage chairs, a refreshment bar, and many more amenities, what truly sets us apart is our passion for treating patients and building genuine relationships with them. Interested in the optimal dental experience for you and your family in Lacey, WA?…

    From Tranquility Dental Wellness - Lacey's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. 67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for general dentistry in Lacey 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

    In their words

    At Olympic Dental & Denture Center, we have a gentle touch when performing any procedure. From routine cleanings to more complex dental work, we maintain a calm and easy going attitude to make you and your family feel comfortable. Our dental office is a bright and welcoming place to come for your next appointment. We have a reputation for friendly smiles and quality dental work and it’s our mission to ensure that all of our patients are comfortable while we give their smile…

    From Olympic Dental & Denture Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #11 Comfort Dental Lacey

    1110 Galaxy Dr NE, Lacey, WA 98516

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for general dentistry in Lacey: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Comfort Dental Lacey. At Comfort Dental Lacey, we’ll give you a reason to smile more confidently and more often than ever before! Expect to have an awesome dental experience. Providing everything from preventative dentistry to dental implants in Lacey WA.

    From Comfort Dental Lacey's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #12 Lacey Modern Dentistry

    5122 Yelm Hwy SE Ste E, Lacey, WA 98503

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for general dentistry in Lacey: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to Lacey Modern Dentistry! 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 Lacey dental provider with services including Teledentistry, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening, Oral Surgery, Wisdom Teeth…

    From Lacey Modern Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #13 Meridian Campus Family Dental

    3201 Willamette Dr NE Suite A, Lacey, WA 98516

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for general dentistry in Lacey: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Excellent oral health for your family is our mission at Meridian Campus Family Dental. From your youngest child with that first tooth to elder members of your family needing dental restoration, we offer a caring environment for all your family’s dental needs at our Lacey, Washington dentist's office. Dr. Joshua Carpenter and our entire team are dedicated to providing your family with compassionate dental care services with the utmost skill and expertise. Community and family…

    From Meridian Campus Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #14 Willamette Dental Group - Olympia

    4550 3rd Ave SE, Lacey, WA 98503

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for general dentistry in Lacey: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 7 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Our Olympia office is located off of I-5, closest to the College St. and 3rd Ave. intersection. Our office environment creates a comforting, personable experience for all patients and offers industry leading, evidence-based, proactive treatment. Every treatment plan is unique to each patient and ensures optimal long-term health for the future. As pioneers in preventive care since 1970, all of our offices offer proactive dental care.

    From Willamette Dental Group - Olympia's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #16 Karl Hoffman Dentistry, p.s.

    8685 Martin Way SE Suite 104, Lacey, WA 98516

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for general dentistry in Lacey 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–Thu 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Are you looking for a dentist who values your health as much as you? Conveniently located in the Meridian Campus neighborhood of Lacey, our practice provides care focused on your personal health goals. Karl Hoffman Dentistry offers general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry in Lacey and Olympia. Dr. Karl Hoffman has served his community for over twenty-five years, but what truly sets him and our practice apart is his expert knowledge of general dentistry. Dr. Hoffman’s…

    From Karl Hoffman Dentistry, p.s.'s own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. #17 Pacific Dental Center

    730 Sleater Kinney Rd SE, Lacey, WA 98503, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for general dentistry in Lacey 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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  9. #18 Dental Care By Design: Larry Adams, DMD

    5340 Corporate Center Loop SE suite a, Lacey, WA 98503

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for general dentistry in Lacey 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 9 AM–2 PM · Tue–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    About Dr. Adams Dr. Larry Adams combines science, art, and technology to provide the best care available to patients of all ages at Dental Care By Design in Lacey, Washington. Dr. Adams has been in his current high tech dental office since 2006. Dr. Adams was born and raised in Southern California. He graduated from California State University in Sacramento, California. He received his dental degree from Washington University School of Dental Medicine in St. Louis. Dr.

    From Dental Care By Design: Larry Adams, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  10. #19 Dr. Kevin D. Fedak, DDS

    5330 Corporate Center Loop SE suite b, Lacey, WA 98503, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for general dentistry in Lacey 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–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  11. #20 Olympia Dental Emergency

    6050 Pacific Ave SE, Lacey, WA 98503

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for general dentistry in Lacey 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–Thu 7 AM–4:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  12. #21 Brian K. Rounds DDS

    1407 College St SE, Lacey, WA 98503

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for general dentistry in Lacey 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–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed–Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Brian Rounds, DDS is committed to offering the best dental care in Lacey, WA available for the whole family in a compassionate, relaxed atmosphere, utilizing the most advanced technology available. Dr. Brian Rounds is one of the few dentists with experience in three different populations: military, public health and private practice.

    From Brian K. Rounds DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  13. #22 Lacey Denture Clinic

    3925 Pacific Ave SE, Lacey, WA 98503, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for general dentistry in Lacey 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 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  14. #23 Olympia Dental Group

    6050 Pacific Ave SE b, Lacey, WA 98503, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for general dentistry in Lacey 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 7 AM–4 PM · Tue 7 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–4 PM · Thu 7 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  15. #24 Peterson and Cammack Family and Cosmetic Dentistry

    5201 Corporate Center Ct SE, Lacey, WA 98503

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Lacey 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–Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    As a family-focused dental practice in Lacey, WA, Peterson & Cammack Family & Cosmetic Dentistry offers a wide array of dental services to meet you and your family’s needs. Dr. Venn Peterson and Dr. Spenser Cammack are dentists in Lacey who work alongside 12 passionate staff members, all who create a superior experience for friends and families. We provide conservative and practical treatment plans, all from the comfort of our state-of-the-art dental practice. From…

    From Peterson and Cammack Family and Cosmetic Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  16. #25 Truyen O'Leary Family Dentistry at Hawks Prairie

    9321 Martin Way E #101, Lacey, WA 98516

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Lacey 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 closed · Tue–Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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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 Lacey?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Lacey?
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—

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

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 Lacey general dentistry dentists

We scored 42 Lacey 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 Lacey 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 Lacey: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Lacey?

Thomas J. Herrick, DDS ranks #1 of 42 Lacey clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Tranquility Dental Wellness - Lacey ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Lacey, WA?

General dentistry in Lacey 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 Lacey general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 42 Lacey clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Comfort Dental Lacey, Willamette Dental Group - Olympia and Sunrise Dental of Lacey: Matt Sahli, 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 Lacey?

42 Lacey clinics list general dentistry in our data. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Lacey

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 42 clinics.