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Best Dentists in Cedar Falls, IA (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Cedar Falls: Holahan & Boe Orthodontics, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

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28 Cedar Falls clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 2 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 Cedar Falls at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Cedar Falls at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreBest for
1Holahan & Boe Orthodontics73Overall, Implants
2Michael R. Arcuri DDS, MS73—
3AAA Dental Services67—
4Brenden D Reed DDS67—
5Cedar Valley Dental67—
6Dr. Christopher Holahan67—
7Dr. Eric Adams67—
8Dr. Mark Mcconaughy67—
9Dr. Rachel R. Hardinger67—
10Dr. Richard Nemmers67—

The 28 best dentists in Cedar Falls, ranked

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

  1. #17 West First Dental | Emergency & Cosmetic Dentist Cedar Falls

    1421 W 1st St Suite B, Cedar Falls, IA 50613

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 5 PM and Sundays until 5 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu closed · Fri–Sun 9 AM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Please Call us for Appointments for Emergency and Regular Dental Care West First Dental in Cedar Falls focuses on providing patient-first care through modern treatments and state-of-the-art facilities. Our dentist provides a broad range of dental treatments, from routine checkups to dental surgery. By delivering comfortable, efficient treatment, we aim to do our part in keeping your oral health at its peak. West First Dental aims to deliver consistent compassionate care…

    From West First Dental | Emergency & Cosmetic Dentist Cedar Falls's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #19 UnityPoint Clinic Family Medicine - Prairie Parkway

    5100 Prairie Pkwy Ste 300, Cedar Falls, IA 50613

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 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 AM–7 PM · Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    As your partner in health, we’re dedicated to making it easier for you to live well—so you can show up for the moments that matter most. To us, people are more than patients. We work together as a team to champion high-quality, low-cost care. Our providers and services span hospitals, clinics and at home settings across Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin. Our presence in metropolitan and rural communities allows us to innovate through partnerships, organizations outside of…

    From UnityPoint Clinic Family Medicine - Prairie Parkway's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #20 Jamie L. Petrie, D.D.S.

    9219 University Ave, Cedar Falls, IA 50613

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 7 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #23 Shawn Reese, Dds, Ms, Pc

    526 Bluegrass Ct, Cedar Falls, IA 50613

    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 7 AM–1 PM · Tue–Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Shawn Reese, DDS, we value strong relationships with our patients and make it our priority to deliver the gentle, compassionate dental care that you deserve from a periodontist in Cedar Falls. We work hard to make you feel at ease by providing exceptional patient dental care in a relaxed, convenient atmosphere. We strive to meet all your needs by combining the latest dental technology with a professional, highly trained, and compassionate staff. Together, we can maximize…

    From Shawn Reese, Dds, Ms, Pc's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #24 Cedar Valley Dental Associates

    3722 Cedar Heights Dr, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, United States

    33/10030% 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–Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #25 Green Hill Family Dental: Farmer Melinda

    4507 Chadwick Rd, Cedar Falls, IA 50613

    33/10030% 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 7 AM–2 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 7 AM–2 PM · Fri 7 AM–11 AM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

All 28 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #28, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

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Best dentists in Cedar Falls by need

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

Best for emergency in Cedar Falls

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

Best for kids in Cedar Falls

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

Best for implants in Cedar Falls

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Holahan & Boe Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 28 Cedar Falls clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Michael R. Arcuri DDS, MS (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Cedar Falls

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Holahan & Boe Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 26 Cedar Falls clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Michael R. Arcuri DDS, MS (#2 overall)

Invisalign in Cedar Falls →

Best for root canal in Cedar Falls

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Holahan & Boe Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 26 Cedar Falls clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Michael R. Arcuri DDS, MS (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Cedar Falls

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Holahan & Boe Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 28 Cedar Falls clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Michael R. Arcuri DDS, MS (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Cedar Falls →

Best for dentures & seniors in Cedar Falls

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Holahan & Boe Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 26 Cedar Falls clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Michael R. Arcuri DDS, MS (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Cedar Falls

No Cedar Falls clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in Cedar Falls?

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

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

Emergency and weekend dentists in Cedar Falls

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 Cedar Falls dentists

We scored 28 Cedar Falls 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 Cedar Falls 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 Cedar Falls: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Cedar Falls?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Cedar Falls, IA is Holahan & Boe Orthodontics (DR Score 73/100). Michael R. Arcuri DDS, MS (#2) and AAA Dental Services (#3) follow. We ranked 28 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Cedar Falls are open on Saturday?

2 of 28 Cedar Falls dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are West First Dental | Emergency & Cosmetic Dentist Cedar Falls (until 5 PM) and Cedar Valley Orthodontics (until 4 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 Cedar Falls?

No Cedar Falls clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by UnityPoint Clinic Family Medicine - Prairie Parkway (#19). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Cedar Falls?

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

How many dentists are there in Cedar Falls?

DentistsRanked lists 28 dental clinics in Cedar Falls, IA, and 28 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 28 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Cedar Falls

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 28 clinics.