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Best General Dentists in Lewiston, ID (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, ranked #1 of 41 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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41 Lewiston clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 4 open Saturdays and 5 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Lewiston at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Lewiston at a glance
RankClinicService score
1St. Joseph Regional Medical Center73
2Demattos Natasha V.67
3DMD PLLC67
4Dr. Doyle G. Evers, DDS67
5Dr. Meghan Bristlin67
6Galen Haas67
7Gregory Bengtson67
8Lamb Bryan DDS67
9Lewis & Clark Health Center67
10Nathan Leavitt67

The 41 best general dentistry dentists in Lewiston, 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 Lewiston

    #1 St. Joseph Regional Medical Center

    415 6th St, Lewiston, ID 83501, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Lewiston 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 St. Joseph Regional Medical CenterFull profile(208) 743-2511
    In their words

    St. Joseph Regional Medical Center is located in Lewiston, ID and is the largest full-service medical center between Boise and Spokane. Offering a range of services spanning both inpatient and outpatient services, including behavioral health, breast imaging, orthopedics, cardiology and heart care, gastroenterology, stroke care, neurology. St. Joseph Regional Medical Center is the first hospital in the regions to earn three separate Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval for…

    From St. Joseph Regional Medical Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  17. #17 Tri-State Convenient Care Clinic- Lewiston

    332 Thain Rd, Lewiston, ID 83501

    53/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Tri-State Convenient Care Clinic- LewistonFull profile(208) 220-1652

  19. #19 Pedro Ruiz

    2360 Thain Grd, Lewiston, ID 83501

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for general dentistry in Lewiston: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 7 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Pedro RuizFull profile(208) 717-1966
    In their words

    Pedro Ruiz practices in Lewiston, ID for Aspen Dental. With years of valuable dental experience, Pedro Ruiz and the rest of the Aspen Dental team are proud to offer services like dentures, gum diseases, root canals, crowns, and bridges with the best lab technicians. To see a dentist near you book online or call anytime Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. We are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and…

    From Pedro Ruiz's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Snake River Community Clinic

    215 10th St, Lewiston, ID 83501

    47/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–4 PM · Tue closed · Wed 10 AM–4 PM · Thu 5 PM–7:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Snake River Community ClinicFull profile(208) 743-5899
    In their words

    Our mission is to provide quality healthcare services to the underserved. We are a free clinic operating since 2000-- serving Nez Perce, Latah Lewis, Clearwater, Idaho counties in Idaho; Whitman and Asotin counties in Washington; Wallowa county in Oregon.

    From Snake River Community Clinic's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Swenson Family Orthodontics

    3326 4th St E STE 5, Lewiston, ID 83501

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Lewiston 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 7:15 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Swenson Family OrthodonticsFull profile(208) 746-0479

All 41 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #41, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Dentistry By Design: Jonathan B Nash DDS37
27Two Rivers Family Dentistry37
28Oral & Facial Surgery37
29Vineyard Family Dentistry - the Office of Dr. John J Johnson37
30Canyon Kids Dental37
31Dr. Chad J Barney DMD37
32Bryden General & Implant Dentistry37
33Mark W. Sheppard D.D.S.37
34Dr. William J. Perez DMD33
35Maplewood Dental33
36Simmons Kent B DDS33
37Pickard Orthodontics33
38Adam Mileski, DDS15
39Evolution DENTAL15
40Pebble Creek Dental and Implants15
41Dentistry 4 Children14

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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 Lewiston?

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

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

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

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 Lewiston general dentistry dentists

We scored 41 Lewiston 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 Lewiston 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 Lewiston: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Lewiston?

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center ranks #1 of 41 Lewiston clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Demattos Natasha V. ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Lewiston, ID?

General dentistry in Lewiston 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 Idaho. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Idaho?

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 Lewiston general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

4 of 41 Lewiston clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Ruff Kariann DVM, Tri-State Convenient Care Clinic- Lewiston and DENTURE PRO. 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 Lewiston?

41 Lewiston clinics list general dentistry in our data. 4 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Lewiston

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 42 clinics.

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