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Best Wisdom Teeth Removal Dentists in Fort Dodge, IA (2026)

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    Best overall for wisdom teeth removal: Maggio Matthew J dntst, ranked #1 of 18 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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18 Fort Dodge clinics list wisdom teeth removal and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens after 6pm. None list an oral surgeon on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 wisdom teeth dentists in Fort Dodge at a glance

Top 10 wisdom teeth dentists in Fort Dodge at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Maggio Matthew J dntst73
2Sonksen Dental Clinic73
3Amy Seehusen67
4Dr. David R. Sonksen, DDS67
5Dr. Gilbert Kim67
6Dr. Shaun O'neill67
7Eric Pearson67
8Handy Larry B DDS67
9Iowa Central Dental Clinic67
10Matthew Low67

The 18 best wisdom teeth dentists in Fort Dodge, 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.

  13. #13 Christopher Taina Lopez

    2953 5th Ave S, Fort Dodge, IA 50501

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for wisdom teeth removal in Fort Dodge: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Christopher Taina LopezFull profile(515) 576-6656
    In their words

    Christopher Taina Lopez practices in Fort Dodge, IA for Aspen Dental. With years of valuable dental experience, Christopher Taina Lopez 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…

    From Christopher Taina Lopez's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  15. #15 R Bruce Cochrane Implant Dentistry

    1611 1st Ave N UNIT 1, Fort Dodge, IA 50501, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for wisdom teeth removal in Fort Dodge 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 R Bruce Cochrane Implant DentistryFull profile(515) 576-8151

  16. #16 Dr. Nicholas Drzycimski

    2727 N 15th St, Fort Dodge, IA 50501

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for wisdom teeth removal in Fort Dodge 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 7 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Nicholas DrzycimskiFull profile(515) 576-5786

  18. #18 Garton John H DDS

    1210 3rd Ave S, Fort Dodge, IA 50501, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for wisdom teeth removal in Fort Dodge 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–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Garton John H DDSFull profile(515) 955-4092

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What is wisdom teeth removal?

Wisdom teeth are the third molars, which usually come in between ages 17 and 25. They are often removed when they are impacted, partly erupted, decayed, or crowding other teeth. Not every wisdom tooth needs to come out; x-rays help decide.

Wisdom teeth removal: specialist or general dentist?

General dentists remove many erupted wisdom teeth. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons typically remove impacted wisdom teeth, especially those near the jaw nerve, and offer IV sedation or general anesthesia.

None of Fort Dodge's 18 clinics offering wisdom teeth removal list an oral surgeon on staff in our data yet. See oral surgeons in Fort Dodge

How much does wisdom teeth removal cost in Fort Dodge?

Typical ranges in USD for Fort Dodge, IA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does wisdom teeth removal cost in Fort Dodge?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Erupted wisdom tooth, per tooth$230–$450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Iowa—
Soft-tissue impacted, per tooth$280–$680DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Iowa—
Bony impacted, per tooth$400–$900DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Iowa—
All four with IV sedation$1,700–$3,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Iowa—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full wisdom teeth removal cost guide for Fort Dodge

What to expect from wisdom teeth removal

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

Wisdom teeth removal: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visitsA consultation, then 1 surgery visit and often a follow-up
Chair timeAbout 30–90 minutes for all four
RecoveryMost people rest 2–4 days; swelling usually peaks around day 2 or 3
When to see a specialistImpacted teeth, teeth close to the jaw nerve, or when you want IV sedation

How we ranked Fort Dodge wisdom teeth dentists

We scored 18 Fort Dodge clinics offering wisdom teeth removal 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 Fort Dodge 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

Wisdom teeth removal in Fort Dodge: frequently asked questions

Who is the best wisdom teeth removal dentist in Fort Dodge?

Maggio Matthew J dntst ranks #1 of 18 Fort Dodge clinics offering wisdom teeth removal by DentistsRanked service score. Sonksen Dental Clinic ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an oral surgeon on staff.

How much does wisdom teeth removal cost in Fort Dodge, IA?

Wisdom teeth removal in Fort Dodge typically costs $200–$700 USD. By type: erupted wisdom tooth, per tooth $230–$450; soft-tissue impacted, per tooth $280–$680; bony impacted, per tooth $400–$900. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Iowa. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Fort Dodge do wisdom teeth removal?

Yes. None of the 18 Fort Dodge clinics offering wisdom teeth removal list an oral surgeon on staff in our data, so general dentists there typically provide it. Typical reasons to see an oral surgeon: impacted teeth, teeth close to the jaw nerve, or when you want IV sedation.

Is wisdom teeth removal covered by insurance or Medicaid in Iowa?

Many dental insurance plans cover wisdom teeth removal as oral surgery, often at 50–80% after the deductible. Sedation may be covered separately or not at all. Some medical plans cover impacted teeth. Medicaid coverage varies by state.

Does wisdom teeth removal hurt?

During surgery you should not feel pain, because the area is numbed and many patients also choose sedation. Soreness, swelling and jaw stiffness for several days afterward are common. Most patients manage with prescribed or over-the-counter pain relief and rest.

How many dentists offer wisdom teeth removal in Fort Dodge?

18 Fort Dodge clinics list wisdom teeth removal in our data. 0 of them list an oral surgeon on staff. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Fort Dodge

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 19 clinics.

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