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Best Dentists in Abilene, TX (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Abilene: Antilley Dental Arts, DR Score 67/100 and 17 of 17 services.

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42 Abilene clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 2 are open Saturdays and 1 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 10 dentists in Abilene at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Abilene at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreBest for
1Antilley Dental Arts67Overall, Implants
2Dr. Brian Toogood67—
3Dr. Chris Shin67—
4Dr. Jeanne Bayless67—
5Dr. John L. Estes III, DDS67—
6Dr. Kelsey Krause67—
7Hoefer Barry L DDS67—
8Jeff M. Webb67—
9Larson Melanie J DMD67—
10Mid Cities Dental67—

The 42 best dentists in Abilene, ranked

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

  1. #15 Allington Dental

    4754 S 14th St, Abilene, TX 79605

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 2 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Allington Dental serves the local Abilene, TX community with a friendly and professional dental team to make dental visits simple and stress-free for patients of all ages. We accept most types of insurance and offer convenient payment options. Ask about our Resolution Dental Plan, which can save your family over $1,000 per year in dental needs!

    From Allington Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #16 Smile Crafters

    1034 N Willis St, Abilene, TX 79603

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–7 PM · Wed–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #21 Leedy Bob DDS

    2902 S 27th St, Abilene, TX 79605

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dentistry That Exceeds Expectations! From the first phone call, our patients are taken care of with a level of compassion and skill that exceeds their expectations. There’s No Smile We Can’t Fix!Your smile… it’s the first thing others notice and a main source of your confidence. If your smile has been causing you embarrassment or even physical pain, it can affect everything from how attractive you feel to how open you are to socializing with others. At Leedy Dental, we’re…

    From Leedy Bob DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #22 Gary G Linn DDS, PC

    5200 Buffalo Gap Rd #E, Abilene, TX 79606

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9:30 AM–6 PM · Tue–Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We have served the Big Country community with the highest quality preventative, restorative and cosmetic dentistry for over 20 years. The practice has grown to serve many patients and their families in the area as friends and neighbors. A primary goal of Gary G Linn DDS, PC is to treat our patients with the ultimate in care for their overall dental health.

    From Gary G Linn DDS, PC's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #23 Abilene Pediatric Dental Associates, PLLC.

    4741 Buffalo Gap Rd, Abilene, TX 79606, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Abilene Pediatric Dental Associates is well respected throughout the Big Country Area. Operating for more than five years, our staff is highly involved throughout the Big Country and makes it a point to champion children's issues. More than a dental practice, our office is designed to be family friendly. We believe that visiting the dentist can be a fun and enjoyable experience for the child and the parent. There is a game room, play gym, and theater for kids to enjoy. Our…

    From Abilene Pediatric Dental Associates, PLLC.'s own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. 37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #25 Key City Dental Studio: Karen Key, DDS

    2201 S Danville Dr, Abilene, TX 79605

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Best dentists in Abilene by need

One pick per need, with the clinic that comes next. Every pick names the condition it wins on.

Best for emergency in Abilene

No Abilene clinic lists emergency or same-day care in our data yet.

Best for kids in Abilene

No Abilene clinic lists kid-friendly care in our data yet.

Best for implants in Abilene

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Antilley Dental Arts

Highest-ranked of 42 Abilene clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Brian Toogood (#2 overall)

Dental Implants in Abilene →

Best for invisalign & braces in Abilene

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Antilley Dental Arts

Highest-ranked of 40 Abilene clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Brian Toogood (#2 overall)

Invisalign in Abilene →

Best for root canal in Abilene

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Antilley Dental Arts

Highest-ranked of 40 Abilene clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Brian Toogood (#2 overall)

Root Canal in Abilene →

Best for cosmetic in Abilene

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Antilley Dental Arts

Highest-ranked of 42 Abilene clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Brian Toogood (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Abilene →

Best for dentures & seniors in Abilene

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Antilley Dental Arts

Highest-ranked of 40 Abilene clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Brian Toogood (#2 overall)

Dentures in Abilene →

Best for budget & insurance in Abilene

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

How much does a dentist cost in Abilene?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Abilene?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$98–$294DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Teeth Cleaning$74–$196DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Emergency Care$98–$490DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Root Canal$686–$1,372DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Tooth Extraction$196–$686DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Wisdom Teeth Removal$196–$686DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Dental Implants$1,470–$5,880DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Invisalign$3,430–$7,350DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Braces$2,940–$6,860DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Dental Crowns$784–$1,764DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Dentures$980–$2,940DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Veneers$882–$2,450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Teeth Whitening$196–$588DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Dental Bonding$294–$588DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Cosmetic Fillings$294–$588DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Cosmetic Dentistry$490–$4,900DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas
Full Restoration$14,700–$49,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas

Emergency and weekend dentists in Abilene

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 Abilene dentists

We scored 42 Abilene clinics 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 Abilene 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

Dentists in Abilene: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Abilene?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Abilene, TX is Antilley Dental Arts (DR Score 67/100). Dr. Brian Toogood (#2) and Dr. Chris Shin (#3) follow. We ranked 42 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Abilene are open on Saturday?

2 of 42 Abilene dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Allington Dental (until 2 PM) and Familia Dental (until 4 PM). None of the listed clinics post Sunday hours. Hours come from each clinic's listing as of October 2026, so call ahead on holidays.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Abilene?

No Abilene clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by Smile Crafters (#16). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Abilene?

A dental cleaning in Abilene typically costs $74–$196 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

How many dentists are there in Abilene?

DentistsRanked lists 42 dental clinics in Abilene, TX, and 42 are ranked by DR Score. 2 post Saturday hours and 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 42 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Abilene

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 42 clinics.