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Best Dentists in Lake Station, IN (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Lake Station: NorthShore Health Centers, DR Score 47/100, open evenings until 7 PM and 17 of 17 services.

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3 Lake Station clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 3 dentists in Lake Station at a glance

Top 3 dentists in Lake Station at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekendsBest for
1NorthShore Health Centers47EveningsOverall, Implants
2Reliable Dental Center37——
3Secure Dental - Lake Station33——

The 3 best dentists in Lake Station, ranked

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

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

  1. Ranked #1 in Lake Station

    #1 NorthShore Health Centers

    3099 Central Ave, Lake Station, IN 46405, United States

    47/100

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 10:30 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at NorthShore Health CentersFull profile(219) 763-8112
    In their words

    Dental services are available with an emphasis on children and prevention. Dental services are also offered at the Stacy McKay Health & Education Center located at Portage High School East, the Merrillville Center and our newest location in Hammond. All staff members are excellent clinicians with outstanding credentials and extensive experience in family dentistry. As a non-profit, we can provide care to everyone including the underinsured and uninsured patients who need it.…

    From NorthShore Health Centers's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 Secure Dental - Lake Station

    3820 Central Ave, Lake Station, IN 46405

    33/100

    Ranked #3 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Secure Dental - Lake StationFull profile(219) 962-8666
    In their words

    At Secure Dental, we want to be your first choice when you’re looking for excellent dental care in Lake Station, IN. Our team specializes in general, cosmetic, restorative, and emergency dentistry, ensuring that when you’re looking for treatments, services, and care in the Lake Station area that meets your needs, you’ll find everything you need here! We are committed to not only caring for your smile but creating reasons for you to smile in the process; our philosophy at…

    From Secure Dental - Lake Station's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Best dentists in Lake Station by need

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

Best for emergency in Lake Station

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

Best for kids in Lake Station

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

Best for implants in Lake Station

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NorthShore Health Centers

Highest-ranked of 3 Lake Station clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Reliable Dental Center (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Lake Station

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NorthShore Health Centers

Highest-ranked of 3 Lake Station clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Reliable Dental Center (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in Lake Station

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NorthShore Health Centers

Highest-ranked of 3 Lake Station clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Reliable Dental Center (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Lake Station

1

NorthShore Health Centers

Highest-ranked of 3 Lake Station clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Reliable Dental Center (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Lake Station

1

NorthShore Health Centers

Highest-ranked of 3 Lake Station clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Reliable Dental Center (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Lake Station

No Lake Station clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in Lake Station?

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

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

Emergency and weekend dentists in Lake Station

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 Lake Station dentists

We scored 3 Lake Station clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 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 Lake Station 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 Lake Station: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Lake Station?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Lake Station, IN is NorthShore Health Centers (DR Score 47/100). It is open evenings until 7 PM. Reliable Dental Center (#2) and Secure Dental - Lake Station (#3) follow. We ranked 3 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Lake Station?

No Lake Station clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by NorthShore Health Centers (#1). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Lake Station?

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

How many dentists are there in Lake Station?

DentistsRanked lists 3 dental clinics in Lake Station, IN, and 3 are ranked by DR Score. 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 3 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Lake Station

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

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