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Best Dentists in Crystal River, FL (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Crystal River: Kenneth Steig, DMD, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

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15 Crystal River clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 is open Saturdays, based on posted hours. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 10 dentists in Crystal River at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Crystal River at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekendsBest for
1Kenneth Steig, DMD73—Overall, Implants
2Dr. Mujib Shuayb, DDS67——
3Hosner John D DDS67——
4Paradiam Dental67——
5Robert Brockett67——
6Nature Coast Ministries43Sat—
7Citrus Oral & Facial Surgery37——
8Crystal River Family Dentistry37——
9Shuayb Dental Institute - Crystal River37——
10Kevin G Snyder, D.D.S., P.A.37——

The 15 best dentists in Crystal River, ranked

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

  1. #6 Nature Coast Ministries

    7655 W Gulf to Lake Hwy, Crystal River, FL 34429

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 3 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Sat 10 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #9 Shuayb Dental Institute - Crystal River

    7903 W Gulf to Lake Hwy, Crystal River, FL 34429

    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–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #10 Kevin G Snyder, D.D.S., P.A.

    6173 W Gulf to Lake Hwy, Crystal River, FL 34429

    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 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–2 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #13 Smiles on Citrus

    850 SE US Hwy 19, Crystal River, FL 34429

    37/10030% 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 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Smiles on Citrus is committed to our 3Cs: customer service, comfort, and convenience. During each visit, we give our patients personalized treatment and work to create a rapport with them. We want each patient to feel at ease discussing their oral health goals and asking questions. Our office has many patient amenities to help you feel comfortable. We also stay up-to-date on the latest techniques to ensure that you get high quality care. We know our patients have busy lives…

    From Smiles on Citrus's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #14 Robert Lindner, DDS, PhD

    7062 W Gulf to Lake Hwy, Crystal River, FL 34429

    34/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 because of services: 7 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryEmergency careImplantsCrownsBondingCosmeticFull restoration

    In their words

    When you visit Signature Dental Care, you’re not going to be treated like another set of teeth or a number on a chart. Dr. Lisa Schnell and our passionate team of experienced professionals cater the dental experience to your individual needs by giving you the attention you deserve. Despite this devoted time, our Signature Dental Care team keeps the schedule moving precisely on time. In fact, it is very, very rare that patients have to wait past their appointment time.

    From Robert Lindner, DDS, PhD's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Best dentists in Crystal River by need

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Best for emergency in Crystal River

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

Best for kids in Crystal River

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

Best for implants in Crystal River

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Kenneth Steig, DMD

Highest-ranked of 15 Crystal River clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Mujib Shuayb, DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Crystal River

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Kenneth Steig, DMD

Highest-ranked of 13 Crystal River clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Mujib Shuayb, DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in Crystal River

1

Kenneth Steig, DMD

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

Runner-up: Dr. Mujib Shuayb, DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Crystal River

1

Kenneth Steig, DMD

Highest-ranked of 15 Crystal River clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Mujib Shuayb, DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Crystal River

1

Kenneth Steig, DMD

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

Runner-up: Dr. Mujib Shuayb, DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Crystal River

No Crystal River clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in Crystal River?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Crystal River?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$108–$324DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida
Teeth Cleaning$81–$216DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida
Emergency Care$108–$540DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida
Root Canal$756–$1,512DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida
Tooth Extraction$216–$756DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida
Wisdom Teeth Removal$216–$756DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida
Dental Implants$1,620–$6,480DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida
Invisalign$3,780–$8,100DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida
Braces$3,240–$7,560DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida
Dental Crowns$864–$1,944DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida
Dentures$1,080–$3,240DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida
Veneers$972–$2,700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida
Teeth Whitening$216–$648DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida
Dental Bonding$324–$648DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida
Cosmetic Fillings$324–$648DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida
Cosmetic Dentistry$540–$5,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida
Full Restoration$16,200–$54,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida

Emergency and weekend dentists in Crystal River

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 Crystal River dentists

We scored 15 Crystal River 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 Crystal River 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 Crystal River: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Crystal River?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Crystal River, FL is Kenneth Steig, DMD (DR Score 73/100). Dr. Mujib Shuayb, DDS (#2) and Hosner John D DDS (#3) follow. We ranked 15 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Crystal River are open on Saturday?

1 of 15 Crystal River dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Nature Coast Ministries (until 3 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.

How much is a dental cleaning in Crystal River?

A dental cleaning in Crystal River typically costs $81–$216 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

How many dentists are there in Crystal River?

DentistsRanked lists 15 dental clinics in Crystal River, FL, and 15 are ranked by DR Score. 1 post Saturday hours. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 15 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Crystal River

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 15 clinics.

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