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Best Dentists in Golden Valley, MN (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Golden Valley: Dr. Agnes D. Hill, DMD, DR Score 67/100 and 17 of 17 services.

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    Best for evenings and weekends: Sandra Fenske, DDS, open evenings until 7:30 PM and Saturdays until 12:30 PM; ranked #4 of 12.

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12 Golden Valley clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 3 are open Saturdays and 6 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 Golden Valley at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Golden Valley at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekendsBest for
1Dr. Agnes D. Hill, DMD67—Overall, Implants
2Dr. Lucas Eichmeyer67——
3North Star Pediatrics67——
4Sandra Fenske, DDS57Evenings · SatEvenings & weekends
5Dr. Shari K. Bruning, DDS53Evenings · Sat—
6Park Nicollet Clinic Golden Valley53Evenings · Sat—
7Valley Dental Group47Evenings—
8Golden Valley Kids37——
9Advances in Orthodontics, P.A.37——
10Murdoch Orthodontics33——

The 12 best dentists in Golden Valley, ranked

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

  1. #4 Sandra Fenske, DDS

    7501 Golden Valley Rd, Golden Valley, MN 55427

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7:30 PM and Saturdays until 12:30 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 7 AM–3:30 PM · Sat 7:30 AM–12:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    From 1992 to 1995, Dr. Fenske was in private practice in Northern California while also serving in the Naval Reserve. She was excited to have the opportunity to return to Minnesota, closer to family and friends, and accepted a full-time position with Valley Dental Group as an associate general dentist in October 1995 and became an owner in January 2000.

    From Sandra Fenske, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #5 Dr. Shari K. Bruning, DDS

    5851 Duluth St # 100, Golden Valley, MN 55422

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 8:30 PM and Saturdays until 1 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–8:30 PM · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #6 Park Nicollet Clinic Golden Valley

    8401 Golden Valley Rd, Golden Valley, MN 55427

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 12 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Park Nicollet, you'll find expert care for the whole family in one place. From physicals and immunizations to illnesses and chronic conditions, we've got you covered. Trust our caring doctors to help with women's health, prenatal care, well-child visits, and men's health. We also care for mental health issues and skin conditions. Enjoy the convenience of easy online scheduling. At Park Nicollet, better health is always right around the corner. Make an appointment today!

    From Park Nicollet Clinic Golden Valley's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #7 Valley Dental Group

    7501 Golden Valley Rd, Golden Valley, MN 55427, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 7 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Founded in 1974, Drs. Robert Hoover and Mark Anderson had a vision for a dental practice that would be able to offer both general and specialty dental services to patients in one setting. For over 36 years Valley Dental Group's mission has been to help our patients of all ages achieve and maintain optimum dental health. We are dedicated to helping people of all ages achieve and maintain optimum dental health by providing a full range of services in a personal, caring and…

    From Valley Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #8 Golden Valley Kids

    7575 Golden Valley Rd #220, Golden Valley, MN 55427, United States

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #9 Advances in Orthodontics, P.A.

    7575 Golden Valley Rd #220, Golden Valley, MN 55427

    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 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–3:30 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Thu 9:30 AM–3:30 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We are dedicated to delivering the highest level of esthetics and function for our patients through state of the art orthodontics. We provide care to children and adolescents in the western metro and use a non-extraction, minimally-invasive approach to treatment with an eye on efficiency, clear aligners, and state of the art technology. Dr. Miller is a board-certified orthodontic specialist and adjunct university professor. Our space is clean and contemporary with an upbeat,…

    From Advances in Orthodontics, P.A.'s own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #11 Centennial Lakes Dental Group

    4800 Olson Memorial Hwy #110, Golden Valley, MN 55422, United States

    27/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 because of services and access: 7 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM.

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

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

    General dentistryEmergency careImplantsCrownsBondingCosmeticFull restoration

    In their words

    Centennial Lakes Dental Group is a general dental office with two locations (Golden Valley and Edina). We are a small doctor-owned practice with an ardent goal to provide the best dental care possible in a comfortable and caring setting. We have been serving the Twin Cities metro community for over 50 years. Our offerings include, cleanings, fillings, implants, Invisalign, bridges, same-day crowns, dentures, root canals, extractions, cosmetic dentistry, veneers, and…

    From Centennial Lakes Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. #12 Giebenhain Dental Associates: Giebenhain Jr John N DDS

    5851 Duluth St #103, Golden Valley, MN 55422, United States

    27/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 because of services and access: 7 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 8 PM.

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

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

    General dentistryEmergency careImplantsCrownsBondingCosmeticFull restoration

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Best dentists in Golden Valley by need

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

Best for emergency in Golden Valley

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

Best for kids in Golden Valley

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

Best for implants in Golden Valley

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Dr. Agnes D. Hill, DMD

Highest-ranked of 12 Golden Valley clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Lucas Eichmeyer (#2 overall)

Dental Implants in Golden Valley →

Best for invisalign & braces in Golden Valley

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Dr. Agnes D. Hill, DMD

Highest-ranked of 10 Golden Valley clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Lucas Eichmeyer (#2 overall)

Invisalign in Golden Valley →

Best for root canal in Golden Valley

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Dr. Agnes D. Hill, DMD

Highest-ranked of 10 Golden Valley clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Lucas Eichmeyer (#2 overall)

Root Canal in Golden Valley →

Best for cosmetic in Golden Valley

1

Dr. Agnes D. Hill, DMD

Highest-ranked of 12 Golden Valley clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Lucas Eichmeyer (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Golden Valley →

Best for dentures & seniors in Golden Valley

1

Dr. Agnes D. Hill, DMD

Highest-ranked of 10 Golden Valley clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Lucas Eichmeyer (#2 overall)

Dentures in Golden Valley →

Best for budget & insurance in Golden Valley

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

How much does a dentist cost in Golden Valley?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Golden Valley?
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 Golden Valley

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 Valley dentists

We scored 12 Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley 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 Valley: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Golden Valley?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Golden Valley, MN is Dr. Agnes D. Hill, DMD (DR Score 67/100). Dr. Lucas Eichmeyer (#2) and North Star Pediatrics (#3) follow. We ranked 12 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Golden Valley are open on Saturday?

3 of 12 Golden Valley dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Sandra Fenske, DDS (until 12:30 PM), Dr. Shari K. Bruning, DDS (until 1 PM) and Park Nicollet Clinic Golden Valley (until 12 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 Golden Valley?

No Golden Valley clinic lists emergency care, but 6 are open after 6 PM, led by Sandra Fenske, DDS (#4) and Dr. Shari K. Bruning, DDS (#5). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Golden Valley?

A dental cleaning in Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley?

DentistsRanked lists 12 dental clinics in Golden Valley, MN, and 12 are ranked by DR Score. 3 post Saturday hours and 6 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 12 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Golden Valley

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 12 clinics.

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