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Best Dentists in Lorain, OH (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Lorain: Leatherman, Thomas G DDS, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

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32 Lorain clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 is open Saturdays and 4 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 1 has a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Lorain at a glance

The 32 best dentists in Lorain, ranked

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

  1. #15 Matthew A. Stempowski, DDS

    1936 Cooper Foster Park Rd, Lorain, OH 44053, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 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–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Matthew A. Stempowski, DDS dentist office in Lorain OH, your smile is our top priority. Dr. Stempowski with the entire team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle care that you deserve. Part of our commitment to serving our patients includes providing information that helps them to make more informed decisions about their oral health needs.

    From Matthew A. Stempowski, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #16 Douglas D. Means DMD

    1710 Cooper Foster Park Rd # A, Lorain, OH 44053

    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–Wed 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 11 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #17 Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics

    4785 N Leavitt Rd, Lorain, OH 44053, United States

    43/10030% 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–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Seeking the best dental care in the Lorain area? Bright Now Dental offers services from the best dentists and orthodontists for your dental check-up needs. Not only are teeth cleanings, whitenings and braces offered - the knowledgeable staff provides exceptional care when it comes to the occasional root canal or dental crown that need immediate relief. You can feel at ease putting your dental trust in the hands of Bright Now Dental Lorain's pediatric dentists, emergency…

    From Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #18 Lorain County Health & Dentistry

    3745 Grove Ave, Lorain, OH 44055, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7:30 PM.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #20 C.R. Sfeir D.D.S., General Dentistry

    1300 Cooper Foster Park Rd, Lorain, OH 44053, United States

    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–Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    C. R. Sfeir D.D.S., General Dentistry has been serving the Lorain, Ohio, area for 20 years. Dr. Sfeir's decades of skill, experience, and care have helped countless patients feel relaxed and at ease in the dentist chair. Dr. Sfeir and his staff look forward to welcoming you to their practice, and they offer a full range of dental services to keep your smile bright. Dr. Sfeir is a lifelong resident of the area and has been in private practice since 1995. He is a graduate of…

    From C.R. Sfeir D.D.S., General Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #21 Merit Dental

    5000 Oberlin Ave, Lorain, OH 44053, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 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–6 PM · Wed–Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    The Merit Dental Lorain team includes the most qualified dentists and specialists right near you. They are here to provide you and your family with quality and affordable dental services. Beyond a routine dental check-up or teeth cleaning, the expert dental team offers wisdom teeth extractions, teeth whitening, dental crowns, root canals, and more. Whether it's a toothache or a dental emergency - relief is only a visit away. We’re your Lorain neighborhood dentist.

    From Merit Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #24 Whispering Pines Dental

    690 Cooper Foster Park Rd, Lorain, OH 44053

    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 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–3 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–3 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #25 Jennifer G. Robb DMD

    1320 Cooper Foster Park Rd, Lorain, OH 44053

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Jennifer G. Robb, DMD, we value our patient relationships, making it our priority to deliver gentle compassionate care that you deserve from a dentist in Lorain, OH. We work hard to make you feel at ease by providing exceptional patient care in a relaxed, convenient atmosphere. We strive to develop lifelong relationships with our patients by combining the latest dental technology with a professional and compassionate staff. The result is a beautiful, healthy smile that…

    From Jennifer G. Robb DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 32 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #32, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

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Best dentists in Lorain by need

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Best for emergency in Lorain

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

Best for kids in Lorain

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

Best for implants in Lorain

1

Leatherman, Thomas G DDS

Highest-ranked of 30 Lorain clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Community Health Partners: Dohar Amanda L DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Lorain

1

Leatherman, Thomas G DDS

Highest-ranked of 28 Lorain clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Community Health Partners: Dohar Amanda L DDS (#2 overall)

Invisalign in Lorain →

Best for root canal in Lorain

1

Leatherman, Thomas G DDS

Highest-ranked of 28 Lorain clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Community Health Partners: Dohar Amanda L DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Lorain

1

Leatherman, Thomas G DDS

Highest-ranked of 30 Lorain clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Community Health Partners: Dohar Amanda L DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Lorain

1

Leatherman, Thomas G DDS

Highest-ranked of 28 Lorain clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Community Health Partners: Dohar Amanda L DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Lorain

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

How much does a dentist cost in Lorain?

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

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

Emergency and weekend dentists in Lorain

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 Lorain dentists

We scored 32 Lorain 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 Lorain 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 Lorain: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Lorain?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Lorain, OH is Leatherman, Thomas G DDS (DR Score 73/100). Community Health Partners: Dohar Amanda L DDS (#2) and Deliman Joseph R DDS (#3) follow. We ranked 32 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Lorain are open on Saturday?

1 of 32 Lorain dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics (until 2 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 Lorain?

No Lorain clinic lists emergency care, but 4 are open after 6 PM, led by Matthew A. Stempowski, DDS (#15) and Douglas D. Means DMD (#16). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Lorain?

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

How many dentists are there in Lorain?

DentistsRanked lists 32 dental clinics in Lorain, OH, and 32 are ranked by DR Score. 1 post Saturday hours and 4 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 32 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Lorain

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 32 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.