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Best Dentists in Forest Lake, MN (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Forest Lake: G2 Dental, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 13

    Best for evenings and weekends: Aspen Dental, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 1 PM; ranked #13 of 25.

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25 Forest Lake clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 is open Saturdays and 2 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 Forest Lake at a glance

The 25 best dentists in Forest Lake, ranked

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

  1. #13 Aspen Dental

    1267 W Broadway Ave STE 400, Forest Lake, MN 55025

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 1 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Forest Lake,MN 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.
  2. #14 Southwest Dental Care

    107 12th St SW Ste. 2, Forest Lake, MN 55025

    47/10030% of factors measured

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    As trained medical professionals, our dedication to maintaining a safe environment through rigorous infection control procedures is at our core. We know that moving forward our commitment to your safety will be even more important. While continuing to meet traditional CDC and OSHA requirements, we are adopting some new, additional protocols. For example, we might wear additional PPE, request you wear a mask to your appointment, or take your temperature upon arrival.

    From Southwest Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #15 Dr. Mary Ann J. Bunczak, DDS

    1420 Lake St S Suite 200a, Forest Lake, MN 55025

    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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Mary Ann grew up on a dairy farm in Wisconsin & graduated Valedictorian in 1986. After milking cows and piling hay in high school, she attended Marquette University and studied Biology. After completing 3 years of college in 2 years, she started Dental School when she was 20 at the University of Minnesota. Upon graduation, she did a 1 year General Practice Residency program at the Minneapolis VA Hospital and then returned to the U of MN to earn her Master's Degree and…

    From Dr. Mary Ann J. Bunczak, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #17 Forest Lake Family Dental - Dentist in Forest Lake

    69 Lake St S #100, Forest Lake, MN 55025

    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–Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    If you are looking for a patient-focused dental office near you, Forest Lake Family Dental can provide you with the high-quality dental care that you need and deserve. These dentists in Forest Lake, MN 55025 are passionate, highly skilled, and will ensure your visit to this dental clinic near you is stress-free, positive, and exceeds your expectations as a patient. Both Dr. Barthold and Dr. Knaff strive to build long-lasting patient-dentist relationships and welcome all…

    From Forest Lake Family Dental - Dentist in Forest Lake's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #18 iSmile Orthodontics - Orthodontist | Braces | Aligners

    25 Lake St N # 135, Forest Lake, MN 55025

    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–Tue 7 AM–3:30 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At iSmile Orthodontics, we have combined innovation with years of experience to bring you the best in orthodontic treatment. Dr. Travis Wille has been serving the Forest Lake, North Branch, and Cambridge areas for over 15 years, and offers state-of-the-art treatments at a state-of-the-art facility. You can be sure that your best interest is in mind when you take that first step to a beautiful smile.

    From iSmile Orthodontics - Orthodontist | Braces | Aligners's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #19 Mapletree Pediatric Dentistry - Forest Lake

    1420 Lake St S Suite 150, Forest Lake, MN 55025

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–4 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #25 The Dental Specialists

    25 Lake St N Suite 110, Forest Lake, MN 55025, United States

    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–Tue closed · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    As the Twin Cities' only multi-specialty group dental practice, The Dental Specialists makes specialty dental care more convenient for patients throughout the Minneapolis-St. Paul area. From pediatric care and routine root canal procedures to orthodontics and complex oral surgery, our team of specialists is here to ensure you have access to the complete dental care you need to achieve your optimal oral health. With more than a dozen locations and over two dozen specialists,…

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

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Best dentists in Forest Lake by need

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Best for emergency in Forest Lake

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

Best for kids in Forest Lake

No Forest Lake clinic lists kid-friendly care in our data yet.

Best for implants in Forest Lake

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G2 Dental

Highest-ranked of 25 Forest Lake clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Twin Cities Sedation Dental (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Forest Lake

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G2 Dental

Highest-ranked of 25 Forest Lake clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Twin Cities Sedation Dental (#2 overall)

Invisalign in Forest Lake →

Best for root canal in Forest Lake

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G2 Dental

Highest-ranked of 25 Forest Lake clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Twin Cities Sedation Dental (#2 overall)

Root Canal in Forest Lake →

Best for cosmetic in Forest Lake

1

G2 Dental

Highest-ranked of 25 Forest Lake clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Twin Cities Sedation Dental (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Forest Lake →

Best for dentures & seniors in Forest Lake

1

G2 Dental

Highest-ranked of 25 Forest Lake clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Twin Cities Sedation Dental (#2 overall)

Dentures in Forest Lake →

Best for budget & insurance in Forest Lake

No Forest Lake clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in Forest Lake?

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

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

Emergency and weekend dentists in Forest Lake

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 Forest Lake dentists

We scored 25 Forest Lake clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Forest Lake 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 Forest Lake: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Forest Lake?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Forest Lake, MN is G2 Dental (DR Score 73/100). Twin Cities Sedation Dental (#2) and Allina Health Forest Lake Clinic (#3) follow. We ranked 25 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Forest Lake are open on Saturday?

1 of 25 Forest Lake dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Aspen Dental (until 1 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.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Forest Lake?

No Forest Lake clinic lists emergency care, but 2 are open after 6 PM, led by Aspen Dental (#13) and Southwest Dental Care (#14). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Forest Lake?

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

How many dentists are there in Forest Lake?

DentistsRanked lists 25 dental clinics in Forest Lake, MN, and 25 are ranked by DR Score. 1 post Saturday hours and 2 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 25 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Forest Lake

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 25 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.