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Best Dentists in Clayton, MO (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Clayton: Dental Care Assist, 5.0★ from 1 Google review and 2 of 17 services.

  2. 5

    Best for kids and families: Beautiful Smiles, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #5 of 16.

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16 Clayton clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 3 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Clayton at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Clayton at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1Dental Care Assist675.0★ (1)—Overall
2Beeks Esther M DDS67——Implants, Root canal
3Dr. Nita F. Johnson, DDS67———
4Amazing Smiles Orthodontics614.8★ (366)—Invisalign & braces
5Beautiful Smiles505.0★ (4)—Kids
6Sevens Dental47—Evenings—
7Michael J Hoffmann37———
8The Dental Anesthesia Center: Sedation and Sleep Dentistry37———
9Gateway Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons of St. Louis PC37———
10Clayton Dental37———

The 16 best dentists in Clayton, ranked

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

  6. #6 Sevens Dental

    7777 Bonhomme Ave #1900, Clayton, MO 63105, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 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 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 11 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Sevens DentalFull profile(314) 721-2466

  8. #8 The Dental Anesthesia Center: Sedation and Sleep Dentistry

    950 Francis Pl Suite 305, Clayton, MO 63105

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 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–4 PM · Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at The Dental Anesthesia Center: Sedation and Sleep DentistryFull profile(314) 862-7844

  9. #9 Gateway Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons of St. Louis PC

    165 N Meramec Ave #300, Clayton, MO 63105

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 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

    Book appointment at Gateway Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons of St. Louis PCFull profile(314) 726-2755

  10. #10 Clayton Dental

    168 N Meramec Ave # 102, Clayton, MO 63105, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Clayton DentalFull profile(314) 727-4900
    In their words

    Clayton Dental practice is located in Clayton, MO and offers a variety of dental services including family dentistry, restorative dentistry, and cosmetic dentistry. Our dedicated and close-knit team is the core of Clayton Dental. Our doctors, hygienists, assistants and office staff work hand-in-hand with each other to provide you with truly exceptional dental care. We go to great lengths to ensure that Clayton Dental is a comfortable and inviting place for patients of all…

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

  14. #14 Smile On Dental Studio

    141 N Meramec Ave # 217, Clayton, MO 63105

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 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–3 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–12 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Smile On Dental StudioFull profile(314) 678-7876
    In their words

    At Smile On Dental Studio we understand that feeling great and looking great go together. Its why we design dental care around your specific goals for health and appearance. To ensure you receive the highest level of care, Dr. Hill invests more than one hundred hours each year in advanced, post doctoral dental training at some of the worlds most innovative institutions.

    From Smile On Dental Studio's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  15. #15 Century Orthodontics Clayton Location

    8000 Bonhomme Ave #407, Clayton, MO 63105, United States

    37/10030% 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–Tue closed · Wed–Thu 7:30 AM–4:15 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Century Orthodontics Clayton LocationFull profile(636) 391-0499

  16. #16 DR. VICTORIA DZUNDZEV DMD

    141 N Meramec Ave #14, Clayton, MO 63105, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–4 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at DR. VICTORIA DZUNDZEV DMDFull profile(314) 862-2006

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Best dentists in Clayton by need

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

Best for emergency in Clayton

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

Best for kids in Clayton

5

Beautiful Smiles

Highest-ranked of 1 Clayton clinic offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #5 overall by DR Score and open 4 days a week.

General Dentistry in Clayton →

Best for implants in Clayton

2

Beeks Esther M DDS

Highest-ranked of 13 Clayton clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Nita F. Johnson, DDS (#3 overall)

Dental Implants in Clayton →

Best for invisalign & braces in Clayton

4

Amazing Smiles Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 14 Clayton clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #1 for invisalign and #4 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Beeks Esther M DDS (#2 overall)

Invisalign in Clayton →

Best for root canal in Clayton

2

Beeks Esther M DDS

Highest-ranked of 13 Clayton clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Nita F. Johnson, DDS (#3 overall)

Root Canal in Clayton →

Best for cosmetic in Clayton

2

Beeks Esther M DDS

Highest-ranked of 13 Clayton clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Nita F. Johnson, DDS (#3 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Clayton →

Best for dentures & seniors in Clayton

2

Beeks Esther M DDS

Highest-ranked of 13 Clayton clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Nita F. Johnson, DDS (#3 overall)

Dentures in Clayton →

Best for budget & insurance in Clayton

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

How much does a dentist cost in Clayton?

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

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

Emergency and weekend dentists in Clayton

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 Clayton dentists

We scored 16 Clayton clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 6 were excluded (6 duplicate listings). 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 Clayton 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 Clayton: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Clayton?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Clayton, MO is Dental Care Assist (DR Score 67/100). It has a 5.0★ rating from 1 Google reviews. Beeks Esther M DDS (#2) and Dr. Nita F. Johnson, DDS (#3) follow. We ranked 16 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Clayton?

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

How much is a dental cleaning in Clayton?

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

Who is the best kids' dentist in Clayton?

Beautiful Smiles is the highest-ranked Clayton clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #5 of 16 by DR Score. It is open 4 days a week. 1 Clayton clinic has a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in Clayton?

DentistsRanked lists 16 dental clinics in Clayton, MO, and 16 are ranked by DR Score. 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 15 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Clayton

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 16 clinics.
  2. : 6 duplicate listings merged.

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