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Best Dentists in Des Moines, IA (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Des Moines: Denture Care of Des Moines, DR Score 77/100, open 7 days until 12 AM and 17 of 17 services.

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    Best for same-day emergencies: Denture Care of Des Moines, emergency care, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #1 of 64.

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    Best for kids and families: Pediatric Dentistry of Greater Des Moines, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #13 of 64.

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    Best for evenings and weekends: Denture Care of Des Moines, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #1 of 64.

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64 Des Moines clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 4 are open Saturdays, 3 on Sundays and 4 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 2 list emergency care. 3 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Des Moines at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Des Moines at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekendsBest for
1Denture Care of Des Moines77Evenings · Sat · SunOverall, Emergencies
2Dr. Atticus Q Hove DDS73Evenings · Sat · Sun—
3Baig Fariha Dr67——
4Barbara Knapp67——
5Collins Richard T DDS67——
6John Cavanaugh67——
7Park Avenue Family Dental67——
8Professionals Choice Dental67——
9Rocklyn Dental67——
10West Des Moinrs Dental67——

The 64 best dentists in Des Moines, ranked

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

  1. Ranked #1 in Des Moines

    #1 Denture Care of Des Moines

    303 E Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309, United States

    77/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 because of access and services: open 7 days until 12 AM, 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #14 Foster Orthodontics (formerly Willham & Foster Orthodontics)

    7400 Fleur Dr Ste 100, Des Moines, IA 50321

    58/100

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 44 Google reviews, 44 Google reviews.

    • 4.8from 44 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–4:30 PM · Tue 7 AM–4:15 PM · Wed 8 AM–4:15 PM · Thu 7 AM–4:15 PM · Fri 7 AM–10:30 AM · Sat–Sun closed

    InvisalignBraces

  3. #16 Aspen Dental

    3737 Merle Hay Rd Ste 300, Des Moines, IA 50310, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 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–6 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Des Moines,IA 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…

    From Aspen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #17 Waveland Family Dental

    4232 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

    37/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–6 PM · Tue 7 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–6 PM · Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We focus on quality care utilizing the latest technology. Our practice is patient-centered. We spend time to educate you on your oral health and provide multiple options in treatment planning. Our experienced staff offers a thorough yet comfortable patient experience. Our administrative team helps you sort through insurance questions and can offer a membership plan for those without insurance. 3rd party financing is also available.

    From Waveland Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #18 Dr. Michael J. Davidson, D.D.S.

    8573 Urbandale Ave, Des Moines, IA 50322

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 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 7 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dr. Michael Davidson practices general dentistry emphasizing sedation dentistry, all stages of implant restorations, and same-day CEREC crowns and bridges. A graduate of Iowa State University and the University of Iowa School of Dentistry, Dr. Michael's memberships include the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, American Dental Association of Anesthesiology, American Dental Association, and the Des Moines District Dental Society (past president) and previous board member…

    From Dr. Michael J. Davidson, D.D.S.'s own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #20 Dental Connections, Inc.

    1111 9th St #190, Des Moines, IA 50314

    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 8 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Established in 1919, Dental Connections is a 501c3 non-profit dental clinic. We provide family dentistry to patients of any age and any income or insurance. We accept Medicaid, Dental Wellness Plan, Hawk-I, Delta Dental, and many others. For patients with no dental insurance, we offer discounted services. We have been serving patients for over 100 years! Our highly-trained and Board-Certified dentists and staff are ready to serve YOU and your entire family.

    From Dental Connections, Inc.'s own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #23 Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics of Central Iowa

    8515 Douglas Ave STE 26, Des Moines, IA 50322

    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–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics of Central Iowa, a leading pediatric dental and orthodontic practice in Des Moines, Iowa. We are committed to providing comprehensive dental and or orthodontic care to infants, children, adolescents and young adults. Our mission is to provide our patients with the highest standard of care in a pleasant and comfortable environment. We believe in the importance of patient education and will work with your child individually to…

    From Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics of Central Iowa's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. #25 Kimball & Beecher Family Dentistry

    6150 SE 14th St suite b, Des Moines, IA 50320

    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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We create beautiful, healthy smiles. Experience Dentistry Done Different. Are you nervous about receiving dental care? Relax with a heated neck wrap or warm face towel, pop in some headphones and curl up with a blanket or pillow. We take pride in creating a comfortable and relaxing dental experience for you. From the smile when you walk in, to our comfort menu filled with items to make your visit more enjoyable, we are focused on you.

    From Kimball & Beecher Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Best dentists in Des Moines by need

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Best for emergency in Des Moines

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Denture Care of Des Moines

Highest-ranked of 2 Des Moines clinics offering emergency or same-day care: #1 for emergency care, #1 overall by DR Score and open 7 days until 12 AM.

Runner-up: Dr. Atticus Q Hove DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for kids in Des Moines

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Pediatric Dentistry of Greater Des Moines

Highest-ranked of 1 Des Moines clinic offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #13 overall by DR Score and open 4 days a week.

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Best for implants in Des Moines

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Oral Surgeons, P.C. - Des Moines Fleur Dr

Highest-ranked of 60 Des Moines clinics offering dental implants: oral surgeon on staff, #2 for implants and #12 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Denture Care of Des Moines (#1 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Des Moines

14

Foster Orthodontics (formerly Willham & Foster Orthodontics)

Highest-ranked of 58 Des Moines clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #3 for invisalign and #14 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Denture Care of Des Moines (#1 overall)

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Best for root canal in Des Moines

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Denture Care of Des Moines

Highest-ranked of 57 Des Moines clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Atticus Q Hove DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Des Moines

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Denture Care of Des Moines

Highest-ranked of 59 Des Moines clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Atticus Q Hove DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Des Moines

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Denture Care of Des Moines

Highest-ranked of 57 Des Moines clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Atticus Q Hove DDS (#2 overall)

Dentures in Des Moines →

Best for budget & insurance in Des Moines

No Des Moines clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in Des Moines?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Des Moines?
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 Des Moines

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 Des Moines dentists

We scored 64 Des Moines clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 10 were excluded (10 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 Des Moines 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 Des Moines: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Des Moines?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Des Moines, IA is Denture Care of Des Moines (DR Score 77/100). It is open 7 days until 12 AM. Dr. Atticus Q Hove DDS (#2) and Baig Fariha Dr (#3) follow. We ranked 64 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Des Moines are open on Saturday?

4 of 64 Des Moines dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Denture Care of Des Moines (until 12 AM), Dr. Atticus Q Hove DDS (until 12 AM) and Emergency Dental Care USA (until 9 PM). 3 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 Des Moines?

2 Des Moines clinics list emergency or same-day dental care. The highest-ranked are Denture Care of Des Moines (#1) and Dr. Atticus Q Hove DDS (#2). 4 clinics are open after 6 PM on at least one weekday. For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Des Moines?

A dental cleaning in Des Moines 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.

Who is the best kids' dentist in Des Moines?

Pediatric Dentistry of Greater Des Moines is the highest-ranked Des Moines clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #13 of 64 by DR Score. It is open 4 days a week. 1 Des Moines clinic has a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in Des Moines?

DentistsRanked lists 64 dental clinics in Des Moines, IA, and 64 are ranked by DR Score. 4 post Saturday hours and 4 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 62 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Des Moines

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 64 clinics.
  2. : 10 duplicate listings merged.