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Best Dentists in Payson, AZ (2026)

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    Best overall in Payson: Dr. Wade, Kristin DMD FAGD; Payson Premier Dental in Payson AZ, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

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17 Payson clinics are ranked here by DR Score. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 10 dentists in Payson at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Payson at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreBest for
1Dr. Wade, Kristin DMD FAGD; Payson Premier Dental in Payson AZ73Overall, Implants
2Payson Orthodontics73—
3Bonanza Square Dentistry67—
4D'Addabbo Falicia67—
5Dr. Patrice Winterholler67—
6Mattern Thomas DDS67—
7Paul Alexander67—
8Plets James H DDS67—
9Wait Orthodontic Specialists67—
10North Country HealthCare - Payson37—

The 17 best dentists in Payson, ranked

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

  1. Ranked #1 in Payson

    #1 Dr. Wade, Kristin DMD FAGD; Payson Premier Dental in Payson AZ

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 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 Dr. Wade, Kristin DMD FAGD; Payson Premier Dental in Payson AZFull profile
    In their words

    We realize that visiting the dentist is not usually fun, but we go the extra mile to make your experience as enjoyable and relaxed as possible - we care for you like our own families from the first moment you contact us! Please call or visit us today to make your appointment with Dr. Kristin Wade and to learn more about comprehensive dentistry in Payson, Arizona, and the surrounding areas of Strawberry, Pine, and Heber, Arizona. We look forward to getting to know you!

    From Dr. Wade, Kristin DMD FAGD; Payson Premier Dental in Payson AZ's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  11. #11 Anderson Dental Group

    712 N Beeline Hwy, Payson, AZ 85541

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Anderson Dental GroupFull profile(928) 474-4581
    In their words

    Anderson Dental Group is a full-service dental office located in Payson, Arizona. We offer dental services for both children and adults, including regular check-ups, x-rays, teeth whitening, tooth implants, dental crowns, and more! Our staff speaks both English and Spanish, and our office is open Monday through Friday. Learn more about our dental services, and schedule an appointment today! We offer a free dental exam and x-rays for any new patient!

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

  12. #12 Dr. Flaherty, Brett DMD Center Point Dental in Payson AZ

    906 S Beeline Hwy, Payson, AZ 85541, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Flaherty, Brett DMD Center Point Dental in Payson AZFull profile(928) 472-2500

  13. #13 Winterholler Dental Implants & Cosmetic Dentistry - Payson

    315 AZ-260, Payson, AZ 85541

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Winterholler Dental Implants & Cosmetic Dentistry - PaysonFull profile(928) 474-2200
    In their words

    Payson Dental care offers all your dental care in one convenient location. Choose from dental cleanings, teeth whitening, dental crowns, Invisalign, dental implants, denture implants, bonding, orthodontics and more. Call us for a complimentary consult.

    From Winterholler Dental Implants & Cosmetic Dentistry - Payson's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  14. #14 Alpine Family Dentistry - Dr. Durstin Hooper and Dr. Christian Alexander D.M.D.

    300 W Airport Rd, Payson, AZ 85541

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–2 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Alpine Family Dentistry - Dr. Durstin Hooper and Dr. Christian Alexander D.M.D.Full profile(928) 474-3216

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Best dentists in Payson by need

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

Best for emergency in Payson

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

Best for kids in Payson

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

Best for implants in Payson

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Dr. Wade, Kristin DMD FAGD; Payson Premier Dental in Payson AZ

Highest-ranked of 17 Payson clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Payson Orthodontics (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Payson

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Dr. Wade, Kristin DMD FAGD; Payson Premier Dental in Payson AZ

Highest-ranked of 16 Payson clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Payson Orthodontics (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in Payson

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Dr. Wade, Kristin DMD FAGD; Payson Premier Dental in Payson AZ

Highest-ranked of 16 Payson clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Payson Orthodontics (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Payson

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Dr. Wade, Kristin DMD FAGD; Payson Premier Dental in Payson AZ

Highest-ranked of 17 Payson clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Payson Orthodontics (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Payson

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Dr. Wade, Kristin DMD FAGD; Payson Premier Dental in Payson AZ

Highest-ranked of 16 Payson clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Payson Orthodontics (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Payson

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

How much does a dentist cost in Payson?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Payson?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$105–$315DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arizona
Teeth Cleaning$79–$210DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arizona
Emergency Care$105–$525DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arizona
Root Canal$735–$1,470DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arizona
Tooth Extraction$210–$735DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arizona
Wisdom Teeth Removal$210–$735DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arizona
Dental Implants$1,575–$6,300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arizona
Invisalign$3,675–$7,875DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arizona
Braces$3,150–$7,350DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arizona
Dental Crowns$840–$1,890DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arizona
Dentures$1,050–$3,150DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arizona
Veneers$945–$2,625DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arizona
Teeth Whitening$210–$630DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arizona
Dental Bonding$315–$630DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arizona
Cosmetic Fillings$315–$630DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arizona
Cosmetic Dentistry$525–$5,250DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arizona
Full Restoration$15,750–$52,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arizona

How we ranked Payson dentists

We scored 17 Payson clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Payson 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 Payson: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Payson?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Payson, AZ is Dr. Wade, Kristin DMD FAGD; Payson Premier Dental in Payson AZ (DR Score 73/100). Payson Orthodontics (#2) and Bonanza Square Dentistry (#3) follow. We ranked 17 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

How much is a dental cleaning in Payson?

A dental cleaning in Payson typically costs $79–$210 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arizona. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

How many dentists are there in Payson?

DentistsRanked lists 17 dental clinics in Payson, AZ, and 17 are ranked by DR Score. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 17 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Payson

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 17 clinics.

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