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Best Dentists in Appleton, WI (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Appleton: Be Well Medical Center, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 17

    Best for evenings and weekends: Carleen L. Schmidt, DDS, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 3 PM; ranked #17 of 65.

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65 Appleton clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 3 are open Saturdays and 6 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 Appleton at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Appleton at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreBest for
1Be Well Medical Center73Overall, Implants
2Daryl Duncan, DDS73—
3Emergency Dental73—
4Fortson Dentistry - Lathrup Village South73—
5Sara E. Ruddy DDS73—
6Signature Smiles73—
7Superior73—
8Troy Family Dentistry73—
9Apple Town Dental Care67—
10Downtowne Dental Group67—

The 65 best dentists in Appleton, ranked

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

  1. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 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

    Fortson Dentistry offers full-service dental care including preventive, restorative, cosmetic and advanced care to address all your dental needs. Contact our Lathrup Village South office to set up an appointment or to learn more about our many services.

    From Fortson Dentistry - Lathrup Village South's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 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

    Signature Smiles is a family friendly dentist located in Lathrup Village Michigan. Serving patients in Southfield and throughout Metro Detroit for emergency and cosmetic dentistry services. Convenient office hours for working professionals, including late nights and weekends.

    From Signature Smiles's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #17 Carleen L. Schmidt, DDS

    3030 N Ballard Rd, Appleton, WI 54911, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 3 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 7 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #18 John C Van Hoof DDS

    W5669 County Rd KK suite a, Appleton, WI 54915

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 8 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–8 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #19 Appleton Dental Center

    2640 W College Ave, Appleton, WI 54914

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 8 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed 12 PM–8 PM · Thu 8 AM–2 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #21 Dental Associates

    2115 E Evergreen Dr, Appleton, WI 54913, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 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–Thu 7 AM–6 PM · Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat 7 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #22 Partnership Dental

    5337 W Grande Market Dr, Appleton, WI 54913

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 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–Thu 7:45 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #23 Aspen Dental

    3300 W College Ave, Appleton, WI 54914, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 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–Tue 7:45 AM–5 PM · Wed 9:45 AM–7 PM · Thu 7:45 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Appleton,WI offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care environment…

    From Aspen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  9. #24 Aspen Dental

    W3216 County Rd KK Ste107, Appleton, WI 54915

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 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 7:45 AM–5 PM · Tue 9:45 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 7:45 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Appleton,WI offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care environment…

    From Aspen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  10. #25 Forest View Dental

    1111 Valley Rd, Appleton, WI 54915, United States

    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–Tue 7:30 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Forest View Dental in Appleton, WI. Our goal is to provide family dentistry services with a friendly, comfortable dental experience and the highest standard of treatment possible. We offer a variety of dental services including teeth cleaning, cosmetic/esthetic dentistry, oral sedation dentistry, restorative dentistry, and Invisalign (invisible braces). The dentists and staff at Forest View Dental look forward to establishing a long-lasting relationship with you…

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

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Best dentists in Appleton by need

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Best for emergency in Appleton

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

Best for kids in Appleton

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

Best for implants in Appleton

1

Be Well Medical Center

Highest-ranked of 65 Appleton clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Daryl Duncan, DDS (#2 overall)

Dental Implants in Appleton →

Best for invisalign & braces in Appleton

1

Be Well Medical Center

Highest-ranked of 64 Appleton clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Daryl Duncan, DDS (#2 overall)

Invisalign in Appleton →

Best for root canal in Appleton

1

Be Well Medical Center

Highest-ranked of 64 Appleton clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Daryl Duncan, DDS (#2 overall)

Root Canal in Appleton →

Best for cosmetic in Appleton

1

Be Well Medical Center

Highest-ranked of 65 Appleton clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Daryl Duncan, DDS (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Appleton →

Best for dentures & seniors in Appleton

1

Be Well Medical Center

Highest-ranked of 64 Appleton clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Daryl Duncan, DDS (#2 overall)

Dentures in Appleton →

Best for budget & insurance in Appleton

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

How much does a dentist cost in Appleton?

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

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

Emergency and weekend dentists in Appleton

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 Appleton dentists

We scored 65 Appleton clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 13 were excluded (13 duplicate listings). 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 Appleton 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 Appleton: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Appleton?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Appleton, WI is Be Well Medical Center (DR Score 73/100). Daryl Duncan, DDS (#2) and Emergency Dental (#3) follow. We ranked 65 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Appleton are open on Saturday?

3 of 65 Appleton dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Carleen L. Schmidt, DDS (until 3 PM), Dental Associates Appleton (until 12 PM) and Dental Associates (until 12 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 Appleton?

No Appleton clinic lists emergency care, but 6 are open after 6 PM, led by Carleen L. Schmidt, DDS (#17) and John C Van Hoof DDS (#18). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Appleton?

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

How many dentists are there in Appleton?

DentistsRanked lists 65 dental clinics in Appleton, WI, and 65 are ranked by DR Score. 3 post Saturday hours and 6 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 65 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Appleton

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 65 clinics.
  2. : 13 duplicate listings merged.