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Best General Dentists in Sun Valley, NV (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Desert Valley Dental - Dr. Robyn Goodman, DDS., ranked #1 of 4 by service score; evening hours and Saturday hours.

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4 Sun Valley clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays and 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 4 general dentistry dentists in Sun Valley at a glance

The 4 best general dentistry dentists in Sun Valley, 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.

Scores below: based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Sun Valley

    #1 Desert Valley Dental - Dr. Robyn Goodman, DDS.

    5295 Sun Valley Blvd, Sun Valley, NV 89433

    53/100

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Sun Valley: evening hours and Saturday hours.

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #2 Community Health Alliance – Nell J. Redfield Health Center, Sun Valley

    5055 Sun Valley Blvd Ste 100, Sun Valley, NV 89433

    37/100

    Ranked #2 for general dentistry in Sun Valley on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    When you’ve got a healthcare family who listens, understands, and believes in you, it can change your life. That’s what we do. Regardless of your income or insurance status. At seven convenient locations throughout the Truckee Meadows, Community Health Alliance is proud to provide you with the kind of friendly, compassionate, and highly skilled health care you deserve, including primary care, pediatric care, WIC, reproductive health, chronic disease management, behavioral…

    From Community Health Alliance – Nell J. Redfield Health Center, Sun Valley's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #3 Desert Valley Dental

    5295 Sun Valley Blvd #6, Sun Valley, NV 89433

    33/100

    Ranked #3 for general dentistry in Sun Valley on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    For over 30 years, the team at Desert Valley Dental offers patients friendly and professional family dental care. At each of our locations, patients will find a dental office complete with a knowledgeable staff lead by our experienced doctors, Dr. Robyn Goodman and Dr. Joseph Eberle, who are committed to providing exceptional care that will elevate your family’s dental experience with long-term oral health solutions.

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

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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 Sun Valley?

Typical ranges in USD for Sun Valley, NV. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

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

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

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 Sun Valley general dentistry dentists

We scored 4 Sun Valley 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 Sun Valley 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 Sun Valley: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Sun Valley?

Desert Valley Dental - Dr. Robyn Goodman, DDS. ranks #1 of 4 Sun Valley clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has evening hours and Saturday hours. Community Health Alliance – Nell J. Redfield Health Center, Sun Valley ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Sun Valley, NV?

General dentistry in Sun Valley 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 Nevada. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Nevada?

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 Sun Valley general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 4 Sun Valley clinics offering general dentistry lists Saturday hours, including Desert Valley Dental - Dr. Robyn Goodman, 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 Sun Valley?

4 Sun Valley clinics list general dentistry in our data. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Sun Valley

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 4 clinics.