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Best Dentists in Shively, KY (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Shively: Baumann Donald T DDS, DR Score 67/100 and 17 of 17 services.

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7 Shively clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 7 dentists in Shively at a glance

Top 7 dentists in Shively at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekendsBest for
1Baumann Donald T DDS67—Overall, Implants
2Bormann Matthew A DDS67——
3Salman James B DDS67——
4Woodward Virginia67——
5Lawrence Timothy DDS43Evenings—
6Sure-Fit Dentures37——
7Farrow Vanita D DDS28——

The 7 best dentists in Shively, ranked

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

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Best dentists in Shively by need

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

Best for emergency in Shively

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

Best for kids in Shively

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

Best for implants in Shively

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Baumann Donald T DDS

Highest-ranked of 7 Shively clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Bormann Matthew A DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Shively

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Baumann Donald T DDS

Highest-ranked of 6 Shively clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Bormann Matthew A DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in Shively

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Baumann Donald T DDS

Highest-ranked of 6 Shively clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Bormann Matthew A DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Shively

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Baumann Donald T DDS

Highest-ranked of 7 Shively clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Bormann Matthew A DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Shively

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Baumann Donald T DDS

Highest-ranked of 6 Shively clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Bormann Matthew A DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Shively

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

How much does a dentist cost in Shively?

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

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

Emergency and weekend dentists in Shively

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 Shively dentists

We scored 7 Shively 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 Shively 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 Shively: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Shively?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Shively, KY is Baumann Donald T DDS (DR Score 67/100). Bormann Matthew A DDS (#2) and Salman James B DDS (#3) follow. We ranked 7 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Shively?

No Shively clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by Lawrence Timothy DDS (#5). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Shively?

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

How many dentists are there in Shively?

DentistsRanked lists 7 dental clinics in Shively, KY, and 7 are ranked by DR Score. 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 7 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Shively

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 7 clinics.