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Best Dentists in Little Rock, AR (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Little Rock: Cabot Medical Care, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 15

    Best for same-day emergencies: Rainwater Drake Dental, emergency care; ranked #15 of 65.

  3. 15

    Best for kids and families: Rainwater Drake Dental, lists kid-friendly care; ranked #15 of 65.

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65 Little Rock clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 3 are open Saturdays and 1 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 1 list emergency care and 1 say they accept new patients. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 10 dentists in Little Rock at a glance

The 65 best dentists in Little Rock, ranked

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

  1. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 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

    In their words

    Our team at Otter Creek Family Dentistry is here to put you at ease! Your specific needs will be met with comfort-focused, advanced solutions. With our wide range of services from cleanings and orthodontics to implants and more, its easy to get great care here. Our compassionate staff treats you like family so youll always feel right at home.

    From Otter Creek Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. 67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 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

    In their words

    At Dental Solutions of Little Rock, our philosophy is that a healthy smile is a beautiful smile. Whether your concerns are cosmetic focused or health related, we can help! Oral health is the foundation to every beautiful smile. At Dental Solutions of Little Rock we help create healthy smiles that enhance the lives and lifestyles of our patients. For over 30 years, our Little Rock patients have entrusted us with caring for the smiles of their families. For more information or…

    From Dental Solutions of Little Rock's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #15 Rainwater Drake Dental

    12921 Cantrell Rd # 301, Little Rock, AR 72223

    63/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open 5 days a week, with emergency care.

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

    • Speaks English
    • Accepting new patients
    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Rainwater Drake Dental in Little Rock, AR, provides comprehensive family, cosmetic, preventive, and restorative dentistry in a welcoming environment built on trust, relationships, and long-term care. For more than 30 years, the practice has served the Little Rock community with a commitment to high-quality dentistry and personalized patient experiences. Led by Dr. David Rainwater and Dr. Michael Drake, our team combines more than 65 years of clinical experience with advanced…

    From Rainwater Drake Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #16 Arkansas Family Dental

    13600 David O Dodd Rd, Little Rock, AR 72210, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 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–Thu 7:30 AM–7 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Complete family dentistry including oral exams, professional cleanings, oral hygiene education, gum disease treatment, digital X-rays, emergency services, cosmetic dentistry services, Invisalign, botox and dermal fillers. Everything needed to make your smile beautiful.

    From Arkansas Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #17 Little Rock Family Dental Care

    4220 N Rodney Parham Rd #200, Little Rock, AR 72212

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 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–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Little Rock Family Dental Care, where patient health and comfort is our number one priority. We have a dedicated team of experts who is ready to care for patients of all ages. Plus, we have 3 convenient locations spread throughout the area, making it easy for you to see your dentist in Little Rock whether you live in the west, southwest, or midtown parts of the city. If you're ready to experience the difference that our high-quality dentistry can make, please…

    From Little Rock Family Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #18 Dr. Randy Machen

    4220 Rodney Parham Rd #200, Little Rock, AR 72212

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 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 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dr. Randy Machen offers family dentistry care including emergency, restorative, and cosmetic procedures at Little Rock Family Dental Care. Serving Arkansas in Little Rock, Maumelle, North Little Rock, Benton, and Bryant. We have a Spanish speaking staff and same day appointments available! At our practice, you will find an environment filled with caring professionals who go out of their way to make their patients comfortable.

    From Dr. Randy Machen's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #19 Central Arkansas Dental Associates

    8500 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR 72205

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 3 PM.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #20 Little Rock Family Dental Care

    4700 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR 72205

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Little Rock Family Dental Care, where patient health and comfort is our number one priority. We have a dedicated team of experts who is ready to care for patients of all ages. Plus, we have 3 convenient locations spread throughout the area, making it easy for you to see your dentist in Little Rock whether you live in the west, southwest, or midtown parts of the city. If you're ready to experience the difference that our high-quality dentistry can make, please…

    From Little Rock Family Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  9. #22 Symmetry Modern Dentistry

    12400 Cantrell Rd Suite 1, Little Rock, AR 72223, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Symmetry is unique from other dental clinics in that it focuses on so much more than just teeth. The airway, facial form, TMJ, and sleep habits are all considered in any treatment provided by Symmetry. From TMJ therapy to sleep apnea appliances, all the way to early orthodontic intervention, Symmetry is aimed at developing a healthy, pretty, and rested head and neck area.

    From Symmetry Modern Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  10. #24 Cantrell Dental

    14923 Cantrell Rd, Little Rock, AR 72223, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Cantrell Dental is a family practice caring for children and adults. We offer an array of services from emergency appointments, whitening, cosmetic dentistry, extractions, dentures, root canals, crowns and bridges. Cantrell Dental is an in-network provider for numerous dental insurance plans, and we are happy to process and file claims on your behalf. Our goal at our office is to help maximize your coverage and savings. We are also happy to work with CareCredit to offer…

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

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Best dentists in Little Rock by need

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Best for emergency in Little Rock

15

Rainwater Drake Dental

Highest-ranked of 1 Little Rock clinic offering emergency or same-day care: #9 for emergency care, #15 overall by DR Score and open 5 days a week, with emergency care.

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Best for kids in Little Rock

15

Rainwater Drake Dental

Highest-ranked of 1 Little Rock clinic offering kid-friendly care: #15 overall by DR Score and open 5 days a week, with emergency care.

General Dentistry in Little Rock →

Best for implants in Little Rock

1

Cabot Medical Care

Highest-ranked of 65 Little Rock clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Emergency Dentist Little Rock (#2 overall)

Dental Implants in Little Rock →

Best for invisalign & braces in Little Rock

1

Cabot Medical Care

Highest-ranked of 60 Little Rock clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Emergency Dentist Little Rock (#2 overall)

Invisalign in Little Rock →

Best for root canal in Little Rock

1

Cabot Medical Care

Highest-ranked of 60 Little Rock clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Emergency Dentist Little Rock (#2 overall)

Root Canal in Little Rock →

Best for cosmetic in Little Rock

1

Cabot Medical Care

Highest-ranked of 65 Little Rock clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Emergency Dentist Little Rock (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Little Rock →

Best for dentures & seniors in Little Rock

1

Cabot Medical Care

Highest-ranked of 60 Little Rock clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Emergency Dentist Little Rock (#2 overall)

Dentures in Little Rock →

Best for budget & insurance in Little Rock

15

Rainwater Drake Dental

Highest-ranked of 1 Little Rock clinic offering Medicaid or insurance: #15 overall by DR Score and lists insurance.

How much does a dentist cost in Little Rock?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Little Rock?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$90–$270DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas
Teeth Cleaning$68–$180DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas
Emergency Care$90–$450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas
Root Canal$630–$1,260DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas
Tooth Extraction$180–$630DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas
Wisdom Teeth Removal$180–$630DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas
Dental Implants$1,350–$5,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas
Invisalign$3,150–$6,750DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas
Braces$2,700–$6,300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas
Dental Crowns$720–$1,620DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas
Dentures$900–$2,700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas
Veneers$810–$2,250DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas
Teeth Whitening$180–$540DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas
Dental Bonding$270–$540DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas
Cosmetic Fillings$270–$540DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas
Cosmetic Dentistry$450–$4,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas
Full Restoration$13,500–$45,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas

Emergency and weekend dentists in Little Rock

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 Little Rock dentists

We scored 65 Little Rock clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 15 were excluded (15 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 Little Rock 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 Little Rock: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Little Rock?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Little Rock, AR is Cabot Medical Care (DR Score 73/100). Emergency Dentist Little Rock (#2) and EnamelAesthetix.com (#3) follow. We ranked 65 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Little Rock are open on Saturday?

3 of 65 Little Rock dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Little Rock Family Dental Care (until 2 PM), Dr. Randy Machen (until 12 PM) and Central Arkansas Dental Associates (until 3 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.

Which Little Rock dentists accept new patients?

1 Little Rock clinic says it accepts new patients. It is Rainwater Drake Dental (#15). This comes from what each clinic publishes on its profile or website. Other clinics may also take new patients but have not said so, so it is worth calling.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Little Rock?

1 Little Rock clinic lists emergency or same-day dental care. The highest-ranked is Rainwater Drake Dental (#15). 1 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 Little Rock?

A dental cleaning in Little Rock typically costs $68–$180 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arkansas. 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 Little Rock?

Rainwater Drake Dental is the highest-ranked Little Rock clinic that lists kid-friendly care, at #15 of 65 by DR Score. It is open 5 days a week, with emergency care. 1 Little Rock clinic list kid-friendly care in our data.

How many dentists are there in Little Rock?

DentistsRanked lists 65 dental clinics in Little Rock, AR, and 65 are ranked by DR Score. 3 post Saturday hours and 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 65 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Little Rock

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 65 clinics.
  2. : 15 duplicate listings merged.