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Best Dentists in Lincoln, NE (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Lincoln: Urgent Dental, DR Score 77/100, open 7 days until 12 AM and 17 of 17 services.

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    Best for same-day emergencies: Urgent Dental, emergency care, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #1 of 167.

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    Best for kids and families: Lincoln Children's Dentistry, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #4 of 167.

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    Best for evenings and weekends: Urgent Dental, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #1 of 167.

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167 Lincoln clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 3 are open Saturdays, 2 on Sundays and 10 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 2 list emergency care. 80 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Lincoln at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Lincoln at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1Urgent Dental77—Evenings · Sat · SunOverall, Emergencies
2Dental Care73———
3Pioneer Greens Dentistry73———
4Lincoln Children's Dentistry694.8★ (302)—Kids
5Korte Family Dentistry695.0★ (233)——
6Services Vital685.0★ (2)——
7Central Park Dental Center67———
8Cornhusker Dental Clinic: Graves Carrie67———
9Dr. Judd R. Gouldie, DDS.664.1★ (49)Evenings · Sat · Sun—
10Cornerstone Endodontics, PC645.0★ (225)—Root canal

The 167 best dentists in Lincoln, ranked

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

All 167 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #167, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Eastview Family Dental614.8★ (150)
27Gateway Dental615.0★ (234)
28Pioneer Orthodontics615.0★ (226)
29Hurlbut Dental614.8★ (210)
30Maranatha Dental Group614.9★ (335)
31Hohl Orthodontics605.0★ (285)
32Elevate Family Dentistry605.0★ (341)
33Burgher Family Dentistry605.0★ (178)
34Gregory E. Utecht, D.D.S.604.9★ (135)
35Stoic Dental605.0★ (6)
36Alley Catherine S DDS604.3★ (6)
37Uptown Dental604.9★ (281)
38Superior Dental Health Lincoln604.7★ (846)
39Ridge Pointe Dental - Todd W. Hohlen, DDS605.0★ (170)
40Smile Innovations Dentistry605.0★ (254)
41Aspen Dental - Lincoln, NE (South Pointe)604.5★ (451)
42Rallis & Bonilla Orthodontics594.8★ (116)
43Vitality Dental Health595.0★ (7)
44Bright Smile Dental594.3★ (421)
45Thomas M Fritsch PC594.5★ (8)
46Alyssa Cattle, DDS at North Creek Family Dentistry, PC595.0★ (94)
47Nebraska Orthodontics585.0★ (136)
48Hilltop Dental584.9★ (29)
49Family and Implant Dentistry584.9★ (114)
50Fournier Family Dentistry574.9★ (80)
51Baum Family Dentistry574.5★ (46)
52Gentle Dental: Dr Tracy Garcia and Dr Kris Pollock574.9★ (119)
53Pine Ridge Dental57Evenings · Sat
54Andrew R. Glenn, DDS, MD564.7★ (105)
55Soukup Dentistry, PC, Jessica J Soukup DDS564.7★ (51)
56Pine Lake Dental565.0★ (25)
57Align dental561.0★ (1)
58Martens Patricia L DDS565.0★ (1)
59Prairie Skies Dental554.8★ (48)
60Pioneer Periodontics & Implant Dentistry, PC554.8★ (53)
61Brockman Orthodontics554.3★ (90)
62Southwest Pediatric Dentistry555.0★ (38)
63Lincolnshire Pediatric Dentistry554.7★ (10)
64Monte K. Zysset and Dr. Daniel J. Tylka, Oral, Facial, and Implant Surgery Center554.5★ (48)
65Gentle Family Dentistry544.7★ (14)Evenings
66Andrew Miller Family Dentistry544.6★ (18)
67Steckelberg Dental545.0★ (35)
68Dr. Shelby C. Byler, DDS544.7★ (10)
69Sullivan Family Dentistry534.0★ (43)
70GENESIS ORTHODONTICS534.7★ (32)
71Eric J. DeShazer, DDS, FICOI, FAAIP534.0★ (2)
72Taylor Meadows Dental534.4★ (20)
73Calkins Family Dentistry534.9★ (18)
74Sheridan Square Dental Associates534.5★ (8)
75Dr. Dennis C. Martin, DDS534.1★ (34)
76Richard A. Brunmeier, DDS, P.C.525.0★ (5)
77Scott O'Nele DMD, MD.524.6★ (20)
78Ponca Health Services-Lincoln525.0★ (3)
79Profile Orthodontics & Facial Orthopedics524.7★ (13)
80Lincoln Endodontics524.4★ (41)
81Smile Specialties514.7★ (14)
82Amend Dental483.3★ (34)
83Michael McNally DDS484.0★ (4)
84Blome Family Dentistry483.1★ (63)
85Caring Family Dentistry Inc485.0★ (2)
86Antelope Creek Family Dentistry - Normal Blvd47Evenings
87Morning Glory Dental47Evenings
88Cherry Hill Dentistry47Evenings
89Lincoln Dental Plans: Affordable Family Dentistry475.0★ (1)
90Bethany Dental Center, P.C.43Evenings
91Dr. Sean Pauley40
92Bluestem Health - Main Clinic37
93Fallbrook Family Dentistry37
94UNMC College of Dentistry37
95Williamsburg Dental Piedmont37
96Williamsburg Dental Village Drive37
97Canyon Echo Dental, LLC37
98Capital Dental37
99Star City Dental37
100Antholz-Donner-Wentz Dentists, PC37
101Coddington Dental37
102Dental Emergency Services at PFD37
103Edgewood Dental Group37
104Lewis Family Dental37
105Lincoln Family Dentistry37
106Nebraska Family Dentistry: Northeast Location37
107Nebraska Family Dentistry: West Lincoln37
108Northeast Lincoln Family Dentistry37
109NorthStar Dental37
110Optimal Dental PC37
111Preserve Family Dentistry37
112South Lincoln Family Dentistry37
113South Ridge Dental37
114University Dental Associates37
115West Lincoln37
116Generations Family Dental37
117Dr Ziegs Dental Office37
118Hinrichs & Buckley Dentistry - Dr. Mark Hinrichs & Dr. Kelsey Buckley37
119Pine Ridge Dental37
120Adams Dental Center37
121Distinctive Dental Care37
122Lincoln Dental Associates37
123Northridge Dental37
124Olberding Dental37
125Williamsburg Dental Northeast37
126Cornhusker Family Dental37
127FLOSS Family Dental and Surgical Center37
128Centre Place Dental37
129Prairie Dental Group37
130Parks Family Dental, Wesley N. Parks, DDS37
131People City Mission Med Clinic37
132Williamsburg Dental33
133Oceans Dental33
134Aspen Dental33
135West Gate Dental33
136Mark L Vanicek PC33
137Labor Law Compliance17Evenings
138Nebraska Myofunctional Specialties17Evenings
139Southpointe Family Dental17
140University of Nebraska-Lincoln Health Center Dental Office17
141Williamsburg Dental South Street17
142Alan Beck DDS15
143Alt Leann15
144Baylee Mink15
145Bonness Bryce w DDS15
146Camarata Joseph C DDS15
147Claridge Dennis B DDS15
148Dr. James W. Wickless, DDS15
149Dr. Jennifer Esquilin, DDS15
150Dr. Joan E. Sivers, DDS15
151Dr. Joshua W. Nehring, DDS15
152Froeschle Mary DDS15
153General Dental15
154Haisch Larry D DDS15
155Heuke Thomas E DDS15
156John W. Reinhardt DDS15
157Larson Piper N DDS15
158Lincoln Tmj Therapy: Hoels Michael D DDS15
159Medical Plaza15
160Nebraska Academy of General Dentistry15
161Owen Callista M DDS15
162Paradigm Oral Health15
163Rauscher Bruce C DDS15
164Superior Family Dentistry15
165Burgess Brian w DDS8
166Mobile Dental Services8
167Orthodontics Only LLC (serving dental professionals only)7

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Best dentists in Lincoln by need

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Best for emergency in Lincoln

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Urgent Dental

Highest-ranked of 2 Lincoln clinics offering emergency or same-day care: #1 for emergency care, #1 overall by DR Score and open 7 days until 12 AM.

Runner-up: Dr. Judd R. Gouldie, DDS. (#9 overall)

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Best for kids in Lincoln

4

Lincoln Children's Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 19 Lincoln clinics offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff and #4 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Korte Family Dentistry (#5 overall)

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Best for implants in Lincoln

24

Pauley Family Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 75 Lincoln clinics offering dental implants: oral surgeon on staff, #4 for implants and #24 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Andrew R. Glenn, DDS, MD (#54 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Lincoln

23

Schoettger Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 67 Lincoln clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #1 for invisalign and #23 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Hohl Orthodontics (#31 overall)

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Best for root canal in Lincoln

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Cornerstone Endodontics, PC

Highest-ranked of 60 Lincoln clinics offering root canals: endodontist on staff, #1 for root canal and #10 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Lincoln Endodontics (#80 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Lincoln

1

Urgent Dental

Highest-ranked of 67 Lincoln clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dental Care (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Lincoln

1

Urgent Dental

Highest-ranked of 58 Lincoln clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dental Care (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Lincoln

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

How much does a dentist cost in Lincoln?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Lincoln?
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 Lincoln

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 Lincoln dentists

We scored 167 Lincoln clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 duplicate listings). 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 Lincoln data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
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 Lincoln: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Lincoln?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Lincoln, NE is Urgent Dental (DR Score 77/100). It is open 7 days until 12 AM. Dental Care (#2) and Pioneer Greens Dentistry (#3) follow. We ranked 167 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Lincoln are open on Saturday?

3 of 167 Lincoln dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Urgent Dental (until 12 AM), Dr. Judd R. Gouldie, DDS. (until 12 AM) and Pine Ridge Dental (until 12 PM). 2 are also open on Sunday. Hours come from each clinic's listing as of October 2026, so call ahead on holidays.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Lincoln?

2 Lincoln clinics list emergency or same-day dental care. The highest-ranked are Urgent Dental (#1) and Dr. Judd R. Gouldie, DDS. (#9). 10 clinics are open after 6 PM on at least one weekday. For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Lincoln?

A dental cleaning in Lincoln 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.

Who is the best kids' dentist in Lincoln?

Lincoln Children's Dentistry is the highest-ranked Lincoln clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #4 of 167 by DR Score. 18 Lincoln clinics have a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in Lincoln?

DentistsRanked lists 167 dental clinics in Lincoln, NE, and 167 are ranked by DR Score. 3 post Saturday hours and 10 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 126 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Lincoln

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 167 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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