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Best Dentists in Big Rapids, MI (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Big Rapids: Lakeshore Orthodontics, 4.9★ from 373 Google reviews and 2 of 17 services.

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13 Big Rapids clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 13 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Big Rapids at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Big Rapids at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1Lakeshore Orthodontics734.9★ (373)—Overall, Invisalign & braces
2Gingrich Dental PC624.9★ (386)——
3Preference Dental (Big Rapids)614.9★ (111)——
4My Community Dental Centers ~ Big Rapids594.7★ (977)—Implants
5Caring Family Dentistry574.5★ (138)—Cosmetic
6Jade Dental- John D. Corey DDS PLLC564.8★ (91)——
7Nevins Family Dentistry563.7★ (3)——
8Ferris State Dental Clinic555.0★ (2)Evenings—
9Dr. Herbert L. Dulaney, DDS553.0★ (2)——
10Erick K. Perroud, DDS534.4★ (13)——

The 13 best dentists in Big Rapids, ranked

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

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Best dentists in Big Rapids by need

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

Best for emergency in Big Rapids

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

Best for kids in Big Rapids

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

Best for implants in Big Rapids

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My Community Dental Centers ~ Big Rapids

Highest-ranked of 1 Big Rapids clinic offering dental implants: #4 overall by DR Score.

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Best for invisalign & braces in Big Rapids

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Lakeshore Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 3 Big Rapids clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Preference Dental (Big Rapids) (#3 overall)

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Best for root canal in Big Rapids

No Big Rapids clinic lists root canals in our data yet.

Best for cosmetic in Big Rapids

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Caring Family Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 1 Big Rapids clinic offering cosmetic dentistry: #5 overall by DR Score.

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Best for dentures & seniors in Big Rapids

No Big Rapids clinic lists dentures in our data yet.

Best for budget & insurance in Big Rapids

No Big Rapids clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in Big Rapids?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Big Rapids?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$100–$300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Michigan
Teeth Cleaning$75–$200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Michigan
Dental Implants$1,500–$6,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Michigan
Invisalign$3,500–$7,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Michigan
Braces$3,000–$7,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Michigan
Veneers$900–$2,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Michigan
Teeth Whitening$200–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Michigan
Cosmetic Dentistry$500–$5,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Michigan

Emergency and weekend dentists in Big Rapids

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 Big Rapids dentists

We scored 13 Big Rapids clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Big Rapids 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 Big Rapids: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Big Rapids?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Big Rapids, MI is Lakeshore Orthodontics (DR Score 73/100). It has a 4.9★ rating from 373 Google reviews. Gingrich Dental PC (#2) and Preference Dental (Big Rapids) (#3) follow. We ranked 13 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Big Rapids?

No Big Rapids clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by Ferris State Dental Clinic (#8). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Big Rapids?

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

How many dentists are there in Big Rapids?

DentistsRanked lists 13 dental clinics in Big Rapids, MI, and 13 are ranked by DR Score. 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 8 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Big Rapids

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 13 clinics.