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Best Dentists in Grand Island, NE (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Grand Island: Dr. Wade R. Zersen, DDS, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 16

    Best for evenings and weekends: Aspen Dental, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM; ranked #16 of 36.

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36 Grand Island clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 is open Saturdays and 1 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 Grand Island at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Grand Island at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreBest for
1Dr. Wade R. Zersen, DDS73Overall, Implants
2Emergency Dental73—
3Island View Dental-Dr. Matthew Serbousek73—
4Anderson Lance E DDS67—
5Dental Health Care67—
6Dr. Jory Crouch67—
7Dr. Kevin R. Fruin, DDS67—
8Dr. Shay P. Mcgowan, DDS67—
9Novich Brenda67—
10Pershing Orthodontics67—

The 36 best dentists in Grand Island, ranked

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

  1. #16 Aspen Dental

    206 Wilmar Ave Ste 4, Grand Island, NE 68803, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat 7 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Grand Island,NE 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. #17 Heartland Health Center Medical and Behavioral

    2116 W Faidley Ave suite 2100, Grand Island, NE 68803

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Heartland Health Center Medical and Behavioral provides comprehensive clinical services for Central Nebraska residents. Expert providers ensure timely care with compassionate service. As a part of Health Health Center's group of clinics, HHC Medical and Behavioral is able to serve patients with private insurance, no insurance, and those on Medicaid and Medicare. HHC Medical's sister clinics provide dental care and acute quick care services.

    From Heartland Health Center Medical and Behavioral's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #19 Richard Loveless

    206 Wilmar Ave Ste 4, Grand Island, NE 68803

    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–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Richard Loveless practices in Grand Island, NE for Aspen Dental. With years of valuable dental experience, Richard Loveless and the rest of the Aspen Dental team are proud to offer services like dentures, gum diseases, root canals, crowns, and bridges with the best lab technicians. To see a dentist near you book online or call anytime Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. We are taking proactive steps so that patients, care…

    From Richard Loveless's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #22 Stec and Stines Cosmetic and Family Dentistry

    2009 W Faidley Ave, Grand Island, NE 68803

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to STEC Cosmetic & Family Dentistry, where you can find all the dental services that you and your loved ones need under the same roof. We make our quality dentistry convenient and efficient to receive with advanced technology and a wide range of treatment options. Our experienced team of dentists in Grand Island is ready to help you smile with ultimate health and beauty. We also make our amazing dental care affordable by accepting insurance. If you're ready to get…

    From Stec and Stines Cosmetic and Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #23 Island View Dental

    638 N Webb Rd #1, Grand Island, NE 68803

    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 8:30 AM–5 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Island View Dental is a dental practice in Grand Island that offers preventative dentistry, TMJ treatment, dental implants, pediatric dentistry, emergency dentistry, and more. Dr. Rick Kearns, Dr. Matthew Serbousek, and Dr. Riley Santin are experienced, gentle dentists. They use advanced dental technology and leading-edge techniques. They'll listen to your concerns and goals, seeking to understand what you desire from care.

    From Island View Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #24 Cottonwood Dental

    908 N Howard Ave Suite 103, Grand Island, NE 68803

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 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–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Our mission at Cottonwood Dental is to provide the highest standard of quality dental care to our patients. The partnership of provider education and patient commitment will accomplish the best oral and overall health possible. Who We Are Cottonwood Dental is a premier dental office located in the heart of Grand Island, NE. Visit us at our office located just North of CHI Health St. Francis at 908 N Howard Avenue #103. We would love to see you. What We Do Our team is…

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

All 36 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #36, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

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Best dentists in Grand Island by need

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Best for emergency in Grand Island

No Grand Island clinic lists emergency or same-day care in our data yet.

Best for kids in Grand Island

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

Best for implants in Grand Island

1

Dr. Wade R. Zersen, DDS

Highest-ranked of 36 Grand Island clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Emergency Dental (#2 overall)

Dental Implants in Grand Island →

Best for invisalign & braces in Grand Island

1

Dr. Wade R. Zersen, DDS

Highest-ranked of 33 Grand Island clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Emergency Dental (#2 overall)

Invisalign in Grand Island →

Best for root canal in Grand Island

1

Dr. Wade R. Zersen, DDS

Highest-ranked of 33 Grand Island clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Emergency Dental (#2 overall)

Root Canal in Grand Island →

Best for cosmetic in Grand Island

1

Dr. Wade R. Zersen, DDS

Highest-ranked of 36 Grand Island clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Emergency Dental (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Grand Island →

Best for dentures & seniors in Grand Island

1

Dr. Wade R. Zersen, DDS

Highest-ranked of 33 Grand Island clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Emergency Dental (#2 overall)

Dentures in Grand Island →

Best for budget & insurance in Grand Island

No Grand Island clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in Grand Island?

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

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

Emergency and weekend dentists in Grand Island

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 Grand Island dentists

We scored 36 Grand Island clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 4 were excluded (4 duplicate listings). 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 Grand Island 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 Grand Island: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Grand Island?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Grand Island, NE is Dr. Wade R. Zersen, DDS (DR Score 73/100). Emergency Dental (#2) and Island View Dental-Dr. Matthew Serbousek (#3) follow. We ranked 36 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Grand Island are open on Saturday?

1 of 36 Grand Island dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Aspen Dental (until 2 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 Grand Island?

No Grand Island clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by Aspen Dental (#16). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Grand Island?

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

How many dentists are there in Grand Island?

DentistsRanked lists 36 dental clinics in Grand Island, NE, and 36 are ranked by DR Score. 1 post Saturday hours and 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 36 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Grand Island

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 36 clinics.
  2. : 4 duplicate listings merged.