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Best Dentists in Jefferson City, MO (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Jefferson City: Admire Your Smile, PC: Brian L. Henningsen, DDS, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

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45 Jefferson City clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 2 are 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 Jefferson City at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Jefferson City at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreBest for
1Admire Your Smile, PC: Brian L. Henningsen, DDS73Overall, Implants
2Central Dental Care73—
3Matthew A. Gassen, D.D.S.73—
4Missouri Dental Specialists, LLC73—
5Nolph Kristopher DDS73—
6Community Health Center67—
7Community Health Center of Central Missouri67—
8Dental & Eye Program67—
9Dental Board67—
10Dr. Benjamin J. Connor, DDS67—

The 45 best dentists in Jefferson City, ranked

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

Scores below: based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. Ranked #1 in Jefferson City

    #1 Admire Your Smile, PC: Brian L. Henningsen, DDS

    73/100

    Ranked #1 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Admire Your Smile, PC: Brian L. Henningsen, DDSFull profile
    In their words

    When you come to Admire Your Smile, PC, you can feel confident in the quality of services you receive. Our dentist and team are dedicated to helping each patient create a smile they feel truly confident in. We offer comprehensive dentistry, treating a variety of dental needs with the best in dental services. Call our office to schedule your appointment today! We look forward to meeting with you.

    From Admire Your Smile, PC: Brian L. Henningsen, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  2. #2 Central Dental Care

    73/100

    Ranked #2 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Central Dental CareFull profile
    In their words

    We would like to welcome you to our Jefferson City practice. Our ultimate goal is for you to feel comfortable and delighted while in our care. Dr. Weis is committed to helping patients maintain healthy smiles. He believes in an educational approach to preventative family dentistry, emphasizing regular checkups, cleanings, and daily maintenance. He takes pride in understanding the latest treatments available for his patients and using that knowledge to provide the best care…

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

All 45 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #45, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Tim Rieke LLC67
27U Smile In Home Care67
28Progressive Orthodontics47Sat
29West Edgewood Dental47Sat
30Cherry Hill Dental37
31Wilson Orthodontics37
32Missouri Coalition For Oral Health37
33Diamond Ridge Dentistry37
34Joseph May DDS - Root Canal Specialist37
35Dr. Daniel G. Teubner, DDS37
36High Street Dentistry37
37Southwest Dental Care37
38Ridgecrest Dental37
39Jefferson City Dental Care33
40Lindquist, Mollie K DDS33
41Capital Dentistry for Children33
42Gassen Dentistry33
43Brett Parrott27Evenings
44Magical Smiles17
45Stadium Dental Center17

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Best dentists in Jefferson City by need

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Best for emergency in Jefferson City

No Jefferson City clinic lists emergency or same-day care in our data yet.

Best for kids in Jefferson City

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

Best for implants in Jefferson City

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Admire Your Smile, PC: Brian L. Henningsen, DDS

Highest-ranked of 45 Jefferson City clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Central Dental Care (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Jefferson City

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Admire Your Smile, PC: Brian L. Henningsen, DDS

Highest-ranked of 42 Jefferson City clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Central Dental Care (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in Jefferson City

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Admire Your Smile, PC: Brian L. Henningsen, DDS

Highest-ranked of 42 Jefferson City clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Central Dental Care (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Jefferson City

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Admire Your Smile, PC: Brian L. Henningsen, DDS

Highest-ranked of 45 Jefferson City clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Central Dental Care (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Jefferson City

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Admire Your Smile, PC: Brian L. Henningsen, DDS

Highest-ranked of 42 Jefferson City clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Central Dental Care (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Jefferson City

No Jefferson City clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in Jefferson City?

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

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

Emergency and weekend dentists in Jefferson City

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 Jefferson City dentists

We scored 45 Jefferson City 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 Jefferson City 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 Jefferson City: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Jefferson City?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Jefferson City, MO is Admire Your Smile, PC: Brian L. Henningsen, DDS (DR Score 73/100). Central Dental Care (#2) and Matthew A. Gassen, D.D.S. (#3) follow. We ranked 45 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Jefferson City are open on Saturday?

2 of 45 Jefferson City dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Progressive Orthodontics (until 1 PM) and West Edgewood 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 Jefferson City?

No Jefferson City clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by Brett Parrott (#43). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Jefferson City?

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

How many dentists are there in Jefferson City?

DentistsRanked lists 45 dental clinics in Jefferson City, MO, and 45 are ranked by DR Score. 2 post Saturday hours and 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 45 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Jefferson City

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 45 clinics.

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