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Best Dentists in Pontiac, IL (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Pontiac: Midwest Dental - Pontiac, 4.5★ from 329 Google reviews, open 5 days a week and 3 of 17 services.

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    Best for kids and families: Midwest Dental - Pontiac, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #1 of 6.

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6 Pontiac clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 5 have a Google rating on file.

Top 6 dentists in Pontiac at a glance

Top 6 dentists in Pontiac at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1Midwest Dental - Pontiac654.5★ (329)—Overall, Kids
2Carley Family Dental604.3★ (23)Evenings—
3Dr. Gary M. Leverton, DDS564.7★ (18)——
4Affiliated Dentists Andrew Jordan D.D.S.554.4★ (14)——
5James A Carley DDS503.0★ (2)—Invisalign & braces
6Day James a DDS15———

The 6 best dentists in Pontiac, ranked

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

  1. Ranked #1 in Pontiac

    #1 Midwest Dental - Pontiac

    519 N Plum St, Pontiac, IL 61764

    65/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 329 Google reviews, the most Google reviews in Pontiac (329).

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.5from 329 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    VeneersWhiteningCosmetic

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Best dentists in Pontiac by need

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

Best for emergency in Pontiac

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

Best for kids in Pontiac

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Midwest Dental - Pontiac

Highest-ranked of 1 Pontiac clinic offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #1 overall by DR Score and open 5 days a week.

General Dentistry in Pontiac →

Best for implants in Pontiac

No Pontiac clinic lists dental implants in our data yet.

Best for invisalign & braces in Pontiac

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James A Carley DDS

Highest-ranked of 1 Pontiac clinic offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff and #5 overall by DR Score.

Invisalign in Pontiac →

Best for root canal in Pontiac

No Pontiac clinic lists root canals in our data yet.

Best for cosmetic in Pontiac

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Midwest Dental - Pontiac

Highest-ranked of 2 Pontiac clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Carley Family Dental (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Pontiac →

Best for dentures & seniors in Pontiac

No Pontiac clinic lists dentures in our data yet.

Best for budget & insurance in Pontiac

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

How much does a dentist cost in Pontiac?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Pontiac?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$115–$345DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois
Teeth Cleaning$86–$230DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois
Invisalign$4,025–$8,625DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois
Braces$3,450–$8,050DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois
Veneers$1,035–$2,875DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois
Teeth Whitening$230–$690DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois
Cosmetic Dentistry$575–$5,750DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois

Emergency and weekend dentists in Pontiac

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 Pontiac dentists

We scored 6 Pontiac clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Pontiac data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
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 Pontiac: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Pontiac?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Pontiac, IL is Midwest Dental - Pontiac (DR Score 65/100). It has a 4.5★ rating from 329 Google reviews. It is open 5 days a week. Carley Family Dental (#2) and Dr. Gary M. Leverton, DDS (#3) follow. We ranked 6 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Pontiac?

No Pontiac clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by Carley Family Dental (#2). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Pontiac?

A dental cleaning in Pontiac typically costs $86–$230 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois. 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 Pontiac?

Midwest Dental - Pontiac is the highest-ranked Pontiac clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #1 of 6 by DR Score. It is open 5 days a week. 1 Pontiac clinic has a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in Pontiac?

DentistsRanked lists 6 dental clinics in Pontiac, IL, and 6 are ranked by DR Score. 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 3 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Pontiac

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 6 clinics.