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Best Dentists in Golden, CO (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Golden: Dallas Kenson, DR Score 73/100, open 7 days until 12 AM and 17 of 17 services.

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    Best for same-day emergencies: Dallas Kenson, emergency care, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #1 of 38.

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    Best for evenings and weekends: Dallas Kenson, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #1 of 38.

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38 Golden clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 3 are open Saturdays, 1 on Sundays and 3 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 1 list emergency care. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 10 dentists in Golden at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Golden at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekendsBest for
1Dallas Kenson73Evenings · Sat · SunOverall, Emergencies
2Dentistry at Golden Ridge73——
3Dr. Scott R. Welch, DMD73——
4Golden Dental Solutions73——
5Rocky Mountain Dental Anesthesia73——
6Aspen Dental67——
7Brown Bregetta T DDS67——
8Canyon Point Implant & Oral Surgery67——
9Chernoff Kenneth L DDS67——
10Courtad Charles L DDS67——

The 38 best dentists in Golden, ranked

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

  4. #4 Golden Dental Solutions

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Golden Dental SolutionsFull profile
    In their words

    On behalf of all my staff, I welcome you to our office. We are pleased that you have selected us to care for your dental needs and we look forward to your initial visit. We pride ourselves on making your visit a pleasant experience, while providing you with quality dental treatment. Our emphasis is on early preventive care; however, we also provide restorative care including emergency services. Our primary goal is the retention of your healthy, natural teeth. During your…

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

  5. #5 Rocky Mountain Dental Anesthesia

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Rocky Mountain Dental AnesthesiaFull profile(720) 251-4667
    In their words

    A MORE COMFORTABLE DENTAL EXPERIENCE IN FOUR EASY STEPS 1. Discuss anesthesia options and schedule an appointment through your dental provider. 2. Complete the health history and consent forms. Obtain necessary medical records. 3. Read and follow the pre, intra, and post-operative instructions. 4. Schedule a ride and payment for the day of the appointment.

    From Rocky Mountain Dental Anesthesia's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  6. #6 Aspen Dental

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Lakewood,CO 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 environment…

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

  17. #17 Gentle Smiles of Colorado

    67/10015% of factors measured

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Gentle Smiles of ColoradoFull profile
    In their words

    At Gentle Smiles of Colorado, we deliver friendly but professional care for your whole family. We offer general, early and cosmetic dental care, as well at periodontal treatments. Dr. Timothy Wachuta and his experienced team are excited to work with you to develop a treatment plan that fits your needs. Aside from our Golden office, we also have offices in Denver and Wheat Ridge.

    From Gentle Smiles of Colorado's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Comfort Dental

    17531 S Golden Rd, Golden, CO 80401, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7:30 PM and Saturdays until 1:30 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–7:30 PM · Sat 7:30 AM–1:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Comfort DentalFull profile(303) 278-6953

  24. #24 Groneman Nicholas L DDS

    17531 S Golden Rd, Golden, CO 80401

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7:30 PM and Saturdays until 1:30 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–7:30 PM · Sat 7:30 AM–1:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Groneman Nicholas L DDSFull profile(303) 278-6953

All 38 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #38, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Branin Center for Dentistry37
27STRIDE CHC - Golden High School37
28Golden View Dental37
29Cairn Dental37
30Canyon Point Orthodontics37
31Dr. Wade Hirschman37
32Legacy Endodontics37
33Golden Dental Care37
34Dr. Christopher R. Sprout, DDS37
35Perfect Teeth - Golden33
36Student Wellness Center33
37Evelyn Qi28
38Clear Creek Dental Clinic17

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Best dentists in Golden by need

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Best for emergency in Golden

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Dallas Kenson

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

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Best for kids in Golden

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

Best for implants in Golden

1

Dallas Kenson

Highest-ranked of 38 Golden clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dentistry at Golden Ridge (#2 overall)

Dental Implants in Golden →

Best for invisalign & braces in Golden

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Dallas Kenson

Highest-ranked of 36 Golden clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dentistry at Golden Ridge (#2 overall)

Invisalign in Golden →

Best for root canal in Golden

1

Dallas Kenson

Highest-ranked of 36 Golden clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dentistry at Golden Ridge (#2 overall)

Root Canal in Golden →

Best for cosmetic in Golden

1

Dallas Kenson

Highest-ranked of 38 Golden clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dentistry at Golden Ridge (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Golden →

Best for dentures & seniors in Golden

1

Dallas Kenson

Highest-ranked of 36 Golden clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dentistry at Golden Ridge (#2 overall)

Dentures in Golden →

Best for budget & insurance in Golden

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

How much does a dentist cost in Golden?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Golden?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$115–$345DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Teeth Cleaning$86–$230DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Emergency Care$115–$575DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Root Canal$805–$1,610DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Tooth Extraction$230–$805DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Wisdom Teeth Removal$230–$805DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Dental Implants$1,725–$6,900DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Invisalign$4,025–$8,625DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Braces$3,450–$8,050DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Dental Crowns$920–$2,070DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Dentures$1,150–$3,450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Veneers$1,035–$2,875DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Teeth Whitening$230–$690DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Dental Bonding$345–$690DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Cosmetic Fillings$345–$690DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Cosmetic Dentistry$575–$5,750DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado
Full Restoration$17,250–$57,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado

Emergency and weekend dentists in Golden

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 Golden dentists

We scored 38 Golden 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 Golden 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 Golden: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Golden?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Golden, CO is Dallas Kenson (DR Score 73/100). It is open 7 days until 12 AM. Dentistry at Golden Ridge (#2) and Dr. Scott R. Welch, DMD (#3) follow. We ranked 38 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Golden are open on Saturday?

3 of 38 Golden dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Dallas Kenson (until 12 AM), Comfort Dental (until 1:30 PM) and Groneman Nicholas L DDS (until 1:30 PM). 1 is 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 Golden?

1 Golden clinic lists emergency or same-day dental care. The highest-ranked is Dallas Kenson (#1). 3 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 Golden?

A dental cleaning in Golden typically costs $86–$230 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Colorado. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

How many dentists are there in Golden?

DentistsRanked lists 38 dental clinics in Golden, CO, and 38 are ranked by DR Score. 3 post Saturday hours and 3 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 38 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Golden

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 38 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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