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Best Dentists in Albert Lea, MN (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Albert Lea: Aurora Dental Center: Bland Steven K DDS, DR Score 67/100 and 17 of 17 services.

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    Best for evenings and weekends: Mayo Clinic Health System - Express Care, open 7 days until 8 PM; ranked #6 of 16.

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16 Albert Lea clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 4 are open Saturdays, 2 on Sundays 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 Albert Lea at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Albert Lea at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekendsBest for
1Aurora Dental Center: Bland Steven K DDS67—Overall, Implants
2Dr. Hung Vu67——
3Freeborn County Public Health67——
4Rehab Care Group67——
5Travis Klatt67——
6Mayo Clinic Health System - Express Care63Evenings · Sat · SunEvenings & weekends
7Mayo Clinic Health System - Albert Lea East Annex53Sat · Sun—
8Advanced Family Dental - Tracia Nelson DDS47Sat—
9South Central Pet Care43Sat—
10Uptown Dental37——

The 16 best dentists in Albert Lea, ranked

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

  1. #6 Mayo Clinic Health System - Express Care

    2708 Bridge Ave, Albert Lea, MN 56007, United States

    63/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open 7 days until 8 PM.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    As a leader in community healthcare, Mayo Clinic Health System in Albert Lea is the best choice for patients seeking care for everyday and specialty needs. Our approach to personalized care and our variety of digital care options, brings the knowledge and expertise of Mayo Clinic to Albert Lea and surrounding areas to ensure our patients receive world-class health care close to home. Patients have access to a full spectrum of care options, with medical and surgical services…

    From Mayo Clinic Health System - Express Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #7 Mayo Clinic Health System - Albert Lea East Annex

    210 N St Mary Ave, Albert Lea, MN 56007

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open 7 days a week.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    As a leader in community healthcare, Mayo Clinic Health System in Albert Lea is the best choice for patients seeking care for everyday and specialty needs. Our approach to personalized care and our variety of digital care options, brings the knowledge and expertise of Mayo Clinic to Albert Lea and surrounding areas to ensure our patients receive world-class health care close to home. Patients have access to a full spectrum of care options, with medical and surgical services…

    From Mayo Clinic Health System - Albert Lea East Annex's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #8 Advanced Family Dental - Tracia Nelson DDS

    2717 Ekko Ave, Albert Lea, MN 56007, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 12 PM.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #9 South Central Pet Care

    1430 US-69, Albert Lea, MN 56007

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 12 PM.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #11 Fountain Lake Family Dental

    146 W Clark St, Albert Lea, MN 56007, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 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–2 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #12 Mayo Clinic Health System - Health Reach

    1705 SE Broadway Ave, Albert Lea, MN 56007, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 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–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #13 Albert Lea Veterinary Clinic

    401 St Thomas Ave, Albert Lea, MN 56007

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 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

  8. #15 Alpha Orthodontics - Albert Lea 👍

    1651 W Main St, Albert Lea, MN 56007

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 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–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Best dentists in Albert Lea by need

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

Best for emergency in Albert Lea

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

Best for kids in Albert Lea

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

Best for implants in Albert Lea

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Aurora Dental Center: Bland Steven K DDS

Highest-ranked of 16 Albert Lea clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Hung Vu (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Albert Lea

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Aurora Dental Center: Bland Steven K DDS

Highest-ranked of 15 Albert Lea clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Hung Vu (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in Albert Lea

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Aurora Dental Center: Bland Steven K DDS

Highest-ranked of 15 Albert Lea clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Hung Vu (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Albert Lea

1

Aurora Dental Center: Bland Steven K DDS

Highest-ranked of 16 Albert Lea clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Hung Vu (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Albert Lea

1

Aurora Dental Center: Bland Steven K DDS

Highest-ranked of 15 Albert Lea clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Hung Vu (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Albert Lea

No Albert Lea clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in Albert Lea?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Albert Lea?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$100–$300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota
Teeth Cleaning$75–$200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota
Emergency Care$100–$500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota
Root Canal$700–$1,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota
Tooth Extraction$200–$700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota
Wisdom Teeth Removal$200–$700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota
Dental Implants$1,500–$6,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota
Invisalign$3,500–$7,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota
Braces$3,000–$7,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota
Dental Crowns$800–$1,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota
Dentures$1,000–$3,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota
Veneers$900–$2,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota
Teeth Whitening$200–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota
Dental Bonding$300–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota
Cosmetic Fillings$300–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota
Cosmetic Dentistry$500–$5,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota
Full Restoration$15,000–$50,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota

Emergency and weekend dentists in Albert Lea

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 Albert Lea dentists

We scored 16 Albert Lea 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 Albert Lea 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 Albert Lea: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Albert Lea?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Albert Lea, MN is Aurora Dental Center: Bland Steven K DDS (DR Score 67/100). Dr. Hung Vu (#2) and Freeborn County Public Health (#3) follow. We ranked 16 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Albert Lea are open on Saturday?

4 of 16 Albert Lea dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Mayo Clinic Health System - Express Care (until 5 PM), Mayo Clinic Health System - Albert Lea East Annex (until 5 PM) and Advanced Family Dental - Tracia Nelson DDS (until 12 PM). 2 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 Albert Lea?

No Albert Lea clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by Mayo Clinic Health System - Express Care (#6). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Albert Lea?

A dental cleaning in Albert Lea typically costs $75–$200 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Minnesota. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

How many dentists are there in Albert Lea?

DentistsRanked lists 16 dental clinics in Albert Lea, MN, and 16 are ranked by DR Score. 4 post Saturday hours and 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 16 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Albert Lea

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 16 clinics.