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Best Dentists in Aurora, CO (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Aurora: Aurora Dentist Office and Orthodontics, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 81

    Best for same-day emergencies: Dr. Hector Sawyer Emergency Dental Service, emergency care, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #81 of 157.

  3. 10

    Best for kids and families: Oasis Dental | Adults, Kids & Braces - Aurora, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #10 of 157.

  4. 10

    Best for evenings and weekends: Oasis Dental | Adults, Kids & Braces - Aurora, open evenings until 8 PM and Saturdays until 5 PM; ranked #10 of 157.

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157 Aurora clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 35 are open Saturdays, 6 on Sundays and 20 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 3 list emergency care. 60 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Aurora at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Aurora at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1Aurora Dentist Office and Orthodontics73——Overall, Cosmetic
2Aurora Hills Dental: Dr. John Zalesky, DMD, PLLC73———
3D'Amico & Mauck, DDS73———
4Forest Hills Dental Care73———
5Meadow Hills Dental | Dr. Mark Braasch73———
6Smilematic Dental73———
7Southlands Dental73———
8Spruce Canyon Family Dentistry Aurora73———
9Summit Smiles Dental73———
10Oasis Dental | Adults, Kids & Braces - Aurora724.9★ (753)Evenings · SatKids, Evenings & weekends

The 157 best dentists in Aurora, ranked

Ordered by DR Score, a 0–100 score from 6 published factors. Scores refresh weekly.

  1. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to Aurora Dentist Office and Orthodontics! 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 Aurora dental provider with services including Teledentistry, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening, Oral…

    From Aurora Dentist Office and Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Our goal is to provide quality dentistry in a comfortable environment.Our preventive care program is designed to help achieve a lifetime of dental health. We believe the best dentistry is the dentistry that never has to be done. We think that you will agree. We are proud to provide quality, comprehensive dental care. We are located in a modern facility that offers progressive care with digital X-rays and 3D scans. The use of digital impressions typically eliminates the need…

    From Aurora Hills Dental: Dr. John Zalesky, DMD, PLLC's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At D’Amico & Mauck, DDS, dentists Dr. Matt Mauck and Dr. Andrew Ricci provide Aurora, CO friends and families with state-of-the-art dentistry and a personalized approach. We are pleased to offer a range of services, from basic dental checkups and cleanings all the way to cosmetic dentistry, dentures, and complex restorative solutions. And, payment has never been easier thanks to convenient patient financing. Take some time to browse the website and learn more about your…

    From D'Amico & Mauck, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Our Dentist Provides Exceptional General, Pediatric, and Cosmetic Dentistry serving Aurora, CO and the greater Denver, CO area. Dr. Mark Braasch offers personalized dental services as your dentist in Aurora, CO and the greater Denver, CO area. We treat patients of all ages and offer dental implants and orthodontics, as well as general dental services. Dr. Braasch’s training and experience allow him to pay particular attention to issues regarding disorders affecting the jaw…

    From Meadow Hills Dental | Dr. Mark Braasch's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Located in Aurora, Spruce Canyon Family dentistry caters for all your dental care needs. We believe in the uniqueness of each of our patients’ needs. That is why our Aurora dentists will help you make informed decisions on the best treatment plan. Our family dentistry offers general, pediatric and cosmetic dentistry including orthodontics and emergency dental. Our staff is family friendly and we value doctor-patient relationships because of the part they play in good…

    From Spruce Canyon Family Dentistry Aurora's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Summit Smiles Dental, located in the Southlands Shops in Aurora, Colorado. We are a full-service, state-of-the-art dental practice committed to giving our patients the highest quality care possible with exceptional customer service. We specialize in general, cosmetic, restorative, and implant dentistry and ground each of our services in steadfast personal connections. Our family dentist Dr. Eric Wolfe and our team are committed to extraordinary customer service,…

    From Summit Smiles Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #12 First Smiles Dental

    16932 E Quincy Ave, Aurora, CO 80015, United States

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open 7 days until 7 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–6 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    First Smiles Dental is committed to providing high-quality and comprehensive dental care for kids of all ages and offering a wide range of dental services for adults. We accept most insurances including Medicaid, CHP+, MetlLife, Delta Dental, Cigna, Aetna, Ameritas, principal, and united Concordia, etc. Ask us about our affordable pricing for our uninsured patients! Experience the difference with multilingual staff (English, Spanish, Farsi, Dari, Turkish & Arabic) at your…

    From First Smiles Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. 67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We Speak Patient! Affordable • Accessible • Accommodating We believe everyone deserves access to quality dental care. Our commitment to patients is reflected through our money back guarantee, extended hours, on-time promise, and flexible payment options.

    From Risas Dental and Braces - Aurora South's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 157 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #157, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Aurora TenderCare Dental635.0★ (10)Sat
27Summit Oral and Facial Surgery625.0★ (158)
28SMYLE Dental Design (Formerly Miyamoto Family Dental)625.0★ (349)
29Comfort Dental Kids - Aurora624.8★ (109)Evenings · Sat
30Soult & Swanson Family Dentistry and Implant Center625.0★ (234)
31Li'l Teeth Dentistry624.8★ (1,133)
32Just U Dental - Parker & Quincy625.0★ (21)
33Blue Sky Smiles625.0★ (450)
34Colorado Kid's Dental624.6★ (413)Sat
35Crossroads Pediatric Dentistry625.0★ (220)
36Epic Dentistry for Kids614.9★ (930)
37Parkfield Orthodontics614.9★ (379)
38Periodontal Associates Aurora614.9★ (755)
39Ponderosa Family Dental614.9★ (285)
40University of Colorado Anschutz School of Dental Medicine604.2★ (393)
41Center For Oral & Reconstructive Surgery: Ashraf Sedhom DDS604.6★ (903)
42Kohrs Orthodontics - Aurora East605.0★ (141)
43Gateway Park Family & Cosmetic Dentistry604.5★ (82)Evenings · Sat
44H&M Family Dentistry594.7★ (769)
45Gateway Dental Group594.2★ (23)
46Access Dental594.8★ (107)Sat
47Mauck & Ricci, DDS595.0★ (103)
48Colorado Orthodontics594.8★ (176)
49Kids Choice Dental & Orthodontics - Aurora583.6★ (217)Evenings · Sat
50Green Valley Ranch Modern Smiles584.4★ (572)
51Kids Smiles Colorado585.0★ (17)Sat
52Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Aurora, CO ( S Tower Rd)574.1★ (447)Sat
53Affordable Dentures & Implants574.4★ (651)
54Aurora Modern Dentistry57Evenings · Sat
55Del Mar Family Dental Care & Orthodontics57Evenings · Sat
56Alameda Dental57Evenings · Sat
57Aurora Hills Dental574.9★ (108)
58Town Medical Center574.2★ (5)
59Everyone Dental554.0★ (2)
60Odonto Dental544.7★ (24)
61Bratulescu Patricia DDS545.0★ (1)
62Dr. Zachary A. Young, DDS545.0★ (1)
63Eugenio Andres Montecinos545.0★ (1)
64Retro Dental Village Park544.5★ (100)
65Dr. Robert O. Greer541.0★ (2)
66Pavandeep Kaur Birk541.0★ (1)
67Priority Emergency Dental Care541.0★ (1)
68Open and Affordable Dental Aurora South53Evenings · Sat
69Comfort Dental53Evenings · Sat
70Risas Dental and Braces - Aurora North53Evenings · Sat
71Chambers Court Dentistry535.0★ (22)
72Trust Family Dental Aurora535.0★ (2)Sat · Sun
73Care Smiles Orthodontics534.8★ (16)
74Deedy-Lee Erin M DDS523.0★ (2)Evenings · Sat
75Timothy D Kneller DDS524.8★ (18)
76Larson Robert O DDS515.0★ (4)
77Deeg Deborah K DDS515.0★ (12)
78Renew Smiles Dental Implant Center504.2★ (27)
79Dr. Mark N. Lawson, DDS495.0★ (7)
80Dr. Pamela K. Mcclain, DDS494.3★ (10)
81Dr. Hector Sawyer Emergency Dental Service47Evenings · Sat · Sun
82Cozy Dental47Sat
83Dr. Aziz Rasulov, DDS47Sat
84Apollonian Dental Clinic47Sat
85Associates In Family Dentistry47Evenings
86Sunrise Family Dental47Sat
87Clinica Dental Latina47Sat
88Pioneer Hills Dental47Evenings
89Breeze Dental47Sat
90Adventure Dental, Vision and Orthodontics47Sat
91Park Dental Group47Sun
92Dr. Joseph Morgan Dental Center – St Paul 24 Hours44Evenings · Sat · Sun
93Fine Dentist44Evenings · Sat · Sun
94Dental Works43Sat
95Aurora Dental Group43Evenings
96STRIDE CHC - Del Mar37
97Dental Associates of Aurora37
98Aurora Dentistry37
99Pediatric Dental Center at Children’s Hospital Colorado37
100Aurora Family Dentistry37
101Meadow Hills Dental37
102Panorama Dental37
103Highpoint Dental Care37
104Orchid Dental37
105Rankin & Mingle Dentistry37
106Ammari Dental | Aurora Dentist37
107Aurora Family Dental Care37
108Tower Dental37
109Aspenwood Dental Associates and Colorado Dental Implant Center37
110Aurora City Dental37
111HS FAMILY DENTAL CARE37
112Summerbrook Dental Group & Dental Implant Center37
113Havana Street Dental37
114Hampden Dental Group37
115WaterPark Dental Care37
116Dental Solutions of Central Park37
117Laskin Family Dental - Julia Laskin DMD37
118Glenn Smile Center37
119Station Dental Aurora34
120Buckley Dental Clinic33
121Healthy Smiles Dental Clinic33
122Small Smiles Dental28
123Elite Dental Group Aurora17
124Cho Sung w DDS15
125Conner Loren DDS15
126Deeg15
127Dental15
128Dentist15
129Dr. Andrew T. Nguyen, DDS15
130Dr. Farhad Farbod, DMD15
131Dr. Megan C. Marino, MD15
132Dr. Michelle Brichacek, DDS15
133Dr. Oanh Pham, DDS15
134Dr. Thomas Berry, DDS15
135Dr. Vy U. Hoang, DDS15
136Emergency Dental Service Aurora15
137KIDLAND DENTAL & BRACES15
138Kumm Randal C DDS15
139Milushev Metodi A DDS15
140Neal H. Engel, D.D.S.15
141Riley Cara J DDS15
142Saunders Donna15
143Schuelke Mark N DDS15
144Total Oral Prevention Strategies15
145Wright Cynthia D DDS15
146Brooks Howard E DDS8
147Daniels Walter C DDS8
148Dr. Frank J. Emmert, DDS8
149Emergency Dentist Aurora Twenty Four Hr8
150Harrell Ricky E DDS8
151Hernandez Enrique DDS8
152Preston Sally DDS8
153Stephanie Peacock DDS8
154Terry Su, MD, DDS7
155Rocky Mountain Peridontal7
156Zen Dental LLC4
157Ziegler Randolph S DDS4

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Best dentists in Aurora by need

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Best for emergency in Aurora

81

Dr. Hector Sawyer Emergency Dental Service

Highest-ranked of 3 Aurora clinics offering emergency or same-day care: #81 overall by DR Score and open 7 days until 12 AM.

Runner-up: Dr. Joseph Morgan Dental Center – St Paul 24 Hours (#92 overall)

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Best for kids in Aurora

10

Oasis Dental | Adults, Kids & Braces - Aurora

Highest-ranked of 14 Aurora clinics offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #10 overall by DR Score and open evenings until 8 PM and Saturdays until 5 PM.

Runner-up: GRiN Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics of Aurora (#21 overall)

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Best for implants in Aurora

18

Dentists of Buckley

Highest-ranked of 77 Aurora clinics offering dental implants: oral surgeon on staff, #1 for implants and #18 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Center For Oral & Reconstructive Surgery: Ashraf Sedhom DDS (#41 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Aurora

21

GRiN Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics of Aurora

Highest-ranked of 70 Aurora clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #1 for invisalign and #21 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics of Aurora (#22 overall)

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Best for root canal in Aurora

23

Iliff Family Dental

Highest-ranked of 58 Aurora clinics offering root canals: endodontist on staff, #1 for root canal and #23 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Aurora Dentist Office and Orthodontics (#1 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Aurora

1

Aurora Dentist Office and Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 60 Aurora clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Aurora Hills Dental: Dr. John Zalesky, DMD, PLLC (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Aurora

1

Aurora Dentist Office and Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 57 Aurora clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Aurora Hills Dental: Dr. John Zalesky, DMD, PLLC (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Aurora

No Aurora clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in Aurora?

Typical prices before insurance, in USD. Each row names its source.

How much does a dentist cost in Aurora?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$115–$345DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Teeth Cleaning$86–$230DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Emergency Care$115–$575DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Root Canal$805–$1,610DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Tooth Extraction$230–$805DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Wisdom Teeth Removal$230–$805DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Dental Implants$1,725–$6,900DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Invisalign$4,025–$8,625DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Braces$3,450–$8,050DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Dental Crowns$920–$2,070DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Dentures$1,150–$3,450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Veneers$1,035–$2,875DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Teeth Whitening$230–$690DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Dental Bonding$345–$690DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Cosmetic Fillings$345–$690DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Cosmetic Dentistry$575–$5,750DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Full Restoration$17,250–$57,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado

Emergency and weekend dentists in Aurora

Clinics that list same-day or emergency care, or post Saturday, Sunday or after-6 PM hours. Severe swelling or bleeding: go to a hospital.

How we ranked Aurora dentists

We scored 157 Aurora clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Aurora data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
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

Dentists in Aurora: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Aurora?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Aurora, CO is Aurora Dentist Office and Orthodontics (DR Score 73/100). Aurora Hills Dental: Dr. John Zalesky, DMD, PLLC (#2) and D'Amico & Mauck, DDS (#3) follow. We ranked 157 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Aurora are open on Saturday?

35 of 157 Aurora dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Oasis Dental | Adults, Kids & Braces - Aurora (until 5 PM), First Smiles Dental (until 6 PM) and Comfort Dental Colfax and Havana – Aurora (until 1:30 PM). 6 are also open on Sunday. Hours come from each clinic's listing as of October 2026, so call ahead on holidays.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Aurora?

3 Aurora clinics list emergency or same-day dental care. The highest-ranked are Dr. Hector Sawyer Emergency Dental Service (#81), Dr. Joseph Morgan Dental Center – St Paul 24 Hours (#92) and Fine Dentist (#93). 20 clinics are open after 6 PM on at least one weekday. For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Aurora?

A dental cleaning in Aurora typically costs $86–$230 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

Who is the best kids' dentist in Aurora?

Oasis Dental | Adults, Kids & Braces - Aurora is the highest-ranked Aurora clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #10 of 157 by DR Score. It is open evenings until 8 PM and Saturdays until 5 PM. 14 Aurora clinics have a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in Aurora?

DentistsRanked lists 157 dental clinics in Aurora, CO, and 157 are ranked by DR Score. 35 post Saturday hours and 20 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 126 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Aurora

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 157 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.