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Best Dentists in Lawrence, KS (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Lawrence: Dr. Rebecca Ferns, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 19

    Best for evenings and weekends: Cascade Dental Care, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM; ranked #19 of 47.

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47 Lawrence clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 3 are open Saturdays and 7 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 Lawrence at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Lawrence at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreBest for
1Dr. Rebecca Ferns73Overall, Implants
2Gollier Robert A III DDS73—
3Growing Smiles73—
4Lawrence Pediatric Dentistry73—
5Brianne Koester67—
6Clay Beshore67—
7Clumsky Monte J DDS67—
8Dr Hall67—
9Dr. Bradley Adams67—
10Dr. Cheryl Biesterfeld, DDS67—

The 47 best dentists in Lawrence, ranked

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

  3. #3 Growing Smiles

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 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 Growing SmilesFull profile
    In their words

    At Growing Smiles, we want to help your little one develop good dental health habits early on! We serve the communities of Lawrence, Topeka and Kansas City, KS. Dr. Kelli Henderson, Dr. Elizabeth Powers and our friendly team love each little smile that comes through our door, and it’s our goal to create a fun, educational, comforting experience that has a positive impact on the way your child feels about visiting the dentist. We believe in building strong…

    From Growing Smiles's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 Cascade Dental Care

    1425 Wakarusa Dr, Lawrence, KS 66049

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 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 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 7 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Cascade Dental CareFull profile(785) 841-3311

  20. #20 Iowa Street Dental Group

    2515 Iowa St, Lawrence, KS 66046

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 2 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–4 PM · Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Iowa Street Dental GroupFull profile(785) 588-4422
    In their words

    As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to Iowa Street Dental Group. With state-of-the-art infection control procedures in place, our #1 goal is to keep you and your family safe. We provide comprehensive specialty services with advanced, proven technology and offer customized financial solutions for you. We are proud to be your complete Lawrence dental provider with services including Teledentistry, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening, Oral Surgery, Wisdom…

    From Iowa Street Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Cascade Dental Care: Jamie Ritchie DDS

    1425 Wakarusa Dr # A, Lawrence, KS 66049, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 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 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Cascade Dental Care: Jamie Ritchie DDSFull profile(785) 841-3311

  22. #22 Brett S. Urban, DDS

    647 Country Club Terrace, Lawrence, KS 66047, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 12 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–3 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Brett S. Urban, DDSFull profile(785) 584-6101

  23. #23 Heartland Medical Clinic

    346 Maine St #150, Lawrence, KS 66044, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 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 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Heartland Medical ClinicFull profile(785) 841-7297

  24. #24 Trapp Patti

    1425 Wakarusa Dr # A, Lawrence, KS 66049

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 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 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Trapp PattiFull profile(785) 842-5555

  25. #25 Aspen Dental

    3110 Nieder Rd, Lawrence, KS 66047, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 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–Wed 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile(785) 592-6652
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Lawrence,KS 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 environment…

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

All 47 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #47, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Dr. Richard R. Valbuena, DDS43Evenings
27Kansas Center for Sedation Dentistry37
28Peterson Krische Van Horn37
29Jayhawk Dental37
30Patrick Jankowski, D.D.S.37
31Oral Surgery Kansas, LC37
32Dr. Ryan Ward, DDS - Legends Dental37
33Legends Dental37
34James Otten Dentistry37
35Lawrence Dental Center37
36Lawrence Dental Solutions37
37Wakarusa Family Dental37
38Kaw Valley Dental Clinic37
39Lawrence Dental Studio37
40Douglas County Dental Clinic Inc33
41Haskell Indian Health Center33
42Dr. Kelly A. Farmer, DDS33
43Gentle Dentistry P.A.33
44Hall Susan G DDS33
45Duede Brendan L DDS28
46Heartland Community Health Center27Evenings
47Associates in Dentistry17

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Best dentists in Lawrence by need

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Best for emergency in Lawrence

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

Best for kids in Lawrence

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

Best for implants in Lawrence

1

Dr. Rebecca Ferns

Highest-ranked of 47 Lawrence clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Gollier Robert A III DDS (#2 overall)

Dental Implants in Lawrence →

Best for invisalign & braces in Lawrence

1

Dr. Rebecca Ferns

Highest-ranked of 44 Lawrence clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Gollier Robert A III DDS (#2 overall)

Invisalign in Lawrence →

Best for root canal in Lawrence

1

Dr. Rebecca Ferns

Highest-ranked of 44 Lawrence clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Gollier Robert A III DDS (#2 overall)

Root Canal in Lawrence →

Best for cosmetic in Lawrence

1

Dr. Rebecca Ferns

Highest-ranked of 47 Lawrence clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Gollier Robert A III DDS (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Lawrence →

Best for dentures & seniors in Lawrence

1

Dr. Rebecca Ferns

Highest-ranked of 44 Lawrence clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Gollier Robert A III DDS (#2 overall)

Dentures in Lawrence →

Best for budget & insurance in Lawrence

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

How much does a dentist cost in Lawrence?

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

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

Emergency and weekend dentists in Lawrence

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 Lawrence dentists

We scored 47 Lawrence 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 Lawrence 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 Lawrence: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Lawrence?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Lawrence, KS is Dr. Rebecca Ferns (DR Score 73/100). Gollier Robert A III DDS (#2) and Growing Smiles (#3) follow. We ranked 47 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Lawrence are open on Saturday?

3 of 47 Lawrence dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Cascade Dental Care (until 2 PM), Iowa Street Dental Group (until 2 PM) and Brett S. Urban, DDS (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 Lawrence?

No Lawrence clinic lists emergency care, but 7 are open after 6 PM, led by Cascade Dental Care (#19) and Cascade Dental Care: Jamie Ritchie DDS (#21). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Lawrence?

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

How many dentists are there in Lawrence?

DentistsRanked lists 47 dental clinics in Lawrence, KS, and 47 are ranked by DR Score. 3 post Saturday hours and 7 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 47 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Lawrence

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 47 clinics.
  2. : 4 duplicate listings merged.

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