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Best General Dentists in Lawrence, KS (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Dr. Rebecca Ferns, ranked #1 of 47 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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47 Lawrence clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 3 open Saturdays and 7 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Lawrence at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Lawrence at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Rebecca Ferns73
2Gollier Robert A III DDS73
3Growing Smiles73
4Lawrence Pediatric Dentistry73
5Brianne Koester67
6Clay Beshore67
7Clumsky Monte J DDS67
8Dr Hall67
9Dr. Bradley Adams67
10Dr. Cheryl Biesterfeld, DDS67

The 47 best general dentistry dentists in Lawrence, 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.

  3. #3 Growing Smiles

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for general dentistry in Lawrence 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 Growing SmilesFull profile
    In their words

    At Growing Smiles, we want to help your little one develop good dental health habits early on! We serve the communities of Lawrence, Topeka and Kansas City, KS. Dr. Kelli Henderson, Dr. Elizabeth Powers and our friendly team love each little smile that comes through our door, and it’s our goal to create a fun, educational, comforting experience that has a positive impact on the way your child feels about visiting the dentist. We believe in building strong…

    From Growing Smiles's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 Cascade Dental Care

    1425 Wakarusa Dr, Lawrence, KS 66049

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for general dentistry in Lawrence: 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 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Cascade Dental CareFull profile(785) 841-3311

  20. #20 Iowa Street Dental Group

    2515 Iowa St, Lawrence, KS 66046

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for general dentistry in Lawrence: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–4 PM · Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Iowa Street Dental GroupFull profile(785) 588-4422
    In their words

    As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to Iowa Street 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 Lawrence dental provider with services including Teledentistry, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening, Oral Surgery, Wisdom…

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

  21. #21 Cascade Dental Care: Jamie Ritchie DDS

    1425 Wakarusa Dr # A, Lawrence, KS 66049, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for general dentistry in Lawrence: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Cascade Dental Care: Jamie Ritchie DDSFull profile(785) 841-3311

  23. #23 Heartland Medical Clinic

    346 Maine St #150, Lawrence, KS 66044, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for general dentistry in Lawrence: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Heartland Medical ClinicFull profile(785) 841-7297

  25. #25 Aspen Dental

    3110 Nieder Rd, Lawrence, KS 66047, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Lawrence: 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(785) 592-6652
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Lawrence,KS 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 environment…

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

All 47 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #47, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Dr. Richard R. Valbuena, DDS43Evenings
27Kansas Center for Sedation Dentistry37
28Peterson Krische Van Horn37
29Jayhawk Dental37
30Patrick Jankowski, D.D.S.37
31Oral Surgery Kansas, LC37
32Dr. Ryan Ward, DDS - Legends Dental37
33Legends Dental37
34James Otten Dentistry37
35Lawrence Dental Center37
36Lawrence Dental Solutions37
37Wakarusa Family Dental37
38Kaw Valley Dental Clinic37
39Lawrence Dental Studio37
40Douglas County Dental Clinic Inc33
41Haskell Indian Health Center33
42Dr. Kelly A. Farmer, DDS33
43Gentle Dentistry P.A.33
44Hall Susan G DDS33
45Duede Brendan L DDS28
46Heartland Community Health Center27Evenings
47Associates in Dentistry17

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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 Lawrence?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Lawrence?
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 Lawrence

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 Lawrence general dentistry dentists

We scored 47 Lawrence 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 Lawrence 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 Lawrence: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Lawrence?

Dr. Rebecca Ferns ranks #1 of 47 Lawrence clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Gollier Robert A III DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Lawrence, KS?

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

3 of 47 Lawrence clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Cascade Dental Care, Iowa Street Dental Group and Brett S. Urban, 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 Lawrence?

47 Lawrence 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 Lawrence

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 47 clinics.
  2. : 4 duplicate listings merged.

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