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Best General Dentists in Yankton, SD (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Siouxland Oral Surgery, Dental Implants and Wisdom Teeth, ranked #1 of 14 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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14 Yankton clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Yankton at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Yankton at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Siouxland Oral Surgery, Dental Implants and Wisdom Teeth73
2Oral & Implant Surgery Center67
3Riverfront Dental67
4Yankton Dental Clinic37
5Dr. Ryan Bakke, DDS37
6Elwood Family Dental Care37
7Ben Jensen Dental37
8Yankton Family Dentistry37
9Baumann & Borowski Family Dentistry37
10Scott Family Dentistry37

The 14 best general dentistry dentists in Yankton, 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 Yankton

    #1 Siouxland Oral Surgery, Dental Implants and Wisdom Teeth

    409 Summit St #2700, Yankton, SD 57078

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Yankton 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 Siouxland Oral Surgery, Dental Implants and Wisdom TeethFull profile(605) 260-9583
    In their words

    Siouxland Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery proudly serves Sioux Falls, SD, Mitchell, SD, Brookings, SD, Yankton, SD, and the surrounding areas with the full range of oral and facial surgery services. Our oral surgeons, Denis Miller, DDS, MBA, Louis T. George, DMD, and Jason R. Leet, DDS, offer tooth replacements through dental implant procedures, wisdom teeth removal, general tooth extractions, orthognathic surgery, TMJ disorder treatment, and more facial and dental procedures.

    From Siouxland Oral Surgery, Dental Implants and Wisdom Teeth's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  4. #4 Yankton Dental Clinic

    1100 Broadway Ave, Yankton, SD 57078

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for general dentistry in Yankton 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Yankton Dental ClinicFull profile(605) 668-2273
    In their words

    Dr. Reardon is committed to providing you with excellent quality Dentistry. A Nebraska Native, Dr. Reardon attended Mount Marty College and then graduated from University Nebraska Medical Center, College of Dentistry in 1992. Dr. Reardon served in the US Army Reserves, his eldest Son is following in his Dad's footsteps. Dr. Reardon enjoys the full spectrum that Dentistry has to offer. He understands and is an expert at helping those who prefer to have their dental work…

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

  5. #5 Dr. Ryan Bakke, DDS

    422 Broadway Ave, Yankton, SD 57078

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for general dentistry in Yankton 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–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Ryan Bakke, DDSFull profile(605) 665-7476
    In their words

    Dr. Ryan Bakke grew up in Tripp, SD. He moved away for a brief time to pursue his education and serve in the military. Dr. Bakke chose dentistry because he has always enjoyed working with his hands and had aspirations to work in a surgical field. After exploring the many medical options out there, all roads seemed to lead to dentistry. Especially as he spent much of his childhood watching his father in his dental practice. As a dentist at Neighborhood Dental, Dr. Bakke…

    From Dr. Ryan Bakke, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  6. #6 Elwood Family Dental Care

    1818 Broadway Ave, Yankton, SD 57078

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for general dentistry in Yankton 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

    Book appointment at Elwood Family Dental CareFull profile(605) 665-2530

  7. #7 Ben Jensen Dental

    2703 Fox Run Pkwy, Yankton, SD 57078

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for general dentistry in Yankton 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–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Ben Jensen DentalFull profile(605) 665-7479

  8. #8 Yankton Family Dentistry

    106 W E 31st St, Yankton, SD 57078

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for general dentistry in Yankton 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 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Yankton Family DentistryFull profile(605) 665-6223

  9. #9 Baumann & Borowski Family Dentistry

    809 Belfast St, Yankton, SD 57078, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for general dentistry in Yankton 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–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Baumann & Borowski Family DentistryFull profile(605) 665-5695
    In their words

    We are located just north of Avera Sacred Heart Hospital on Belfast Street. Our mission is to offer our patients exceptional dental care and customer service. We believe in conservative dental care that provides our patients with an honest evaluation and treatment options. Using the latest technology, we strive to work with our patients to improve their confidence and quality of life through preventative care, restoring functionality and cosmetic procedures.

    From Baumann & Borowski Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  10. #10 Scott Family Dentistry

    1101 Broadway Ave #105, Yankton, SD 57078

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for general dentistry in Yankton 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 7 AM–4 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Scott Family DentistryFull profile(605) 665-2448

  11. #11 Horizon Health Care - Yankton

    920 Broadway Ave Suite 2, Yankton, SD 57078

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for general dentistry in Yankton 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 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Horizon Health Care - YanktonFull profile(605) 260-0310

  12. #12 Neighborhood Dental

    422 Broadway Ave, Yankton, SD 57078, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for general dentistry in Yankton 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–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Neighborhood DentalFull profile(605) 291-5979
    In their words

    Neighborhood Dental in Yankton, SD is conveniently located between Thrivent Financial and Berkley Motors and across from the Trinity Lutheran Church. Our dental practice is home to Dr. Ryan Bakke and Dr. Troy Larsen, two expert dentists that provide quality dental care to their patients. When your need is urgent, just come on in. We gladly welcome walk-ins and offer emergency dentistry. Our team of dental professionals takes pride in refreshing smiles through the use of…

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

  13. #13 Dr. Bryan E. Schoenfelder, DDS

    1014 W 8th St #1, Yankton, SD 57078, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for general dentistry in Yankton 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 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Bryan E. Schoenfelder, DDSFull profile(605) 665-4524

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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 Yankton?

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

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

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

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 Yankton general dentistry dentists

We scored 14 Yankton 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 Yankton 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 Yankton: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Yankton?

Siouxland Oral Surgery, Dental Implants and Wisdom Teeth ranks #1 of 14 Yankton clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Oral & Implant Surgery Center ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Yankton, SD?

General dentistry in Yankton 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 South Dakota. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in South Dakota?

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.

How many dentists offer general dentistry in Yankton?

14 Yankton clinics list general dentistry in our data. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Yankton

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 14 clinics.

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