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Best Dentists in Kankakee, IL (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Kankakee: Al Weatherford DDS, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

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14 Kankakee clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 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 Kankakee at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Kankakee at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekendsBest for
1Al Weatherford DDS73—Overall, Implants
2Advanced Family Dental PC67——
3Dr. Bruce A. Lacoste, DDS67——
4Dr. Yousaf Ahmad67——
5J Krisko67——
6Kay Charles J DDS67——
7UIC dental college in Chicago67——
8William G Mitsos PC67——
9Community Health Partnership of Illinois47Evenings—
10Aunt Martha's Kankakee Community Health Center43Evenings—

The 14 best dentists in Kankakee, ranked

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

  1. Ranked #1 in Kankakee

    #1 Al Weatherford DDS

    200 E Court St #504, Kankakee, IL 60901

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 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 Al Weatherford DDSFull profile(815) 932-3613
    In their words

    Looking for comfortable, confident and convenient care from dentists in Kankakee? You’ve come to the right place. From the minute you walk into our office you will notice a difference at Al Weatherford DDS, INC. We care about you, your family and your friends, and we’re here to help you achieve your healthiest, brightest smile. At Al Weatherford DDS, INC we know every person’s dental needs are unique. That’s why we offer a comprehensive selection of treatment options in a…

    From Al Weatherford DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  9. #9 Community Health Partnership of Illinois

    202 N Schuyler Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 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 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Community Health Partnership of IllinoisFull profile(815) 932-6045

  10. #10 Aunt Martha's Kankakee Community Health Center

    1777 E Court St, Kankakee, IL 60901

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 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 8:30 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aunt Martha's Kankakee Community Health CenterFull profile(877) 692-8686

  11. #11 Dr. Dominik Dubravec DDS, MMSc, PC

    555 W Court St Suite 202, Kankakee, IL 60901, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–4 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–4 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Dominik Dubravec DDS, MMSc, PCFull profile(815) 932-0554

  12. #12 Riverside Medical Group Primary Care East Court

    1701 E Court St, Kankakee, IL 60901

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Riverside Medical Group Primary Care East CourtFull profile(815) 935-9394

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Best dentists in Kankakee by need

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Best for emergency in Kankakee

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

Best for kids in Kankakee

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

Best for implants in Kankakee

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Al Weatherford DDS

Highest-ranked of 14 Kankakee clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Advanced Family Dental PC (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Kankakee

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Al Weatherford DDS

Highest-ranked of 14 Kankakee clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Advanced Family Dental PC (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in Kankakee

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Al Weatherford DDS

Highest-ranked of 14 Kankakee clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Advanced Family Dental PC (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Kankakee

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Al Weatherford DDS

Highest-ranked of 14 Kankakee clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Advanced Family Dental PC (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Kankakee

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Al Weatherford DDS

Highest-ranked of 14 Kankakee clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Advanced Family Dental PC (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Kankakee

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

How much does a dentist cost in Kankakee?

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

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

Emergency and weekend dentists in Kankakee

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 Kankakee dentists

We scored 14 Kankakee clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 3 were excluded (3 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 Kankakee 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 Kankakee: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Kankakee?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Kankakee, IL is Al Weatherford DDS (DR Score 73/100). Advanced Family Dental PC (#2) and Dr. Bruce A. Lacoste, DDS (#3) follow. We ranked 14 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Kankakee?

No Kankakee clinic lists emergency care, but 2 are open after 6 PM, led by Community Health Partnership of Illinois (#9) and Aunt Martha's Kankakee Community Health Center (#10). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Kankakee?

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

How many dentists are there in Kankakee?

DentistsRanked lists 14 dental clinics in Kankakee, IL, and 14 are ranked by DR Score. 2 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 14 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Kankakee

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 14 clinics.
  2. : 3 duplicate listings merged.

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