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Best Dentists in St. George, UT (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in St. George: Children's Dental of Southern Utah: Dr Jeremy Scholzen, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 63

    Best for same-day emergencies: Common Sense Family Dentistry, emergency and same-day care; ranked #63 of 68.

  3. 9

    Best for evenings and weekends: Dr. James K. Ott, DDS, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 1 PM; ranked #9 of 68.

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68 St. George clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 2 are open Saturdays and 9 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 1 list emergency care. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 10 dentists in St. George at a glance

Top 10 dentists in St. George at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekendsBest for
1Children's Dental of Southern Utah: Dr Jeremy Scholzen73—Overall, Implants
2Guardian Family Dental73——
3Riverview Endodontics73——
4Advanced Dental Concepts67——
5Dr. Matthew Hammons67——
6Dr. Scott Ellis67——
7Johnson Pediatric Dentistry67——
8National Dental Care, Barangaroo67——
9Dr. James K. Ott, DDS53Evenings · SatEvenings & weekends
10Riverside Dental Care47Evenings—

The 68 best dentists in St. George, ranked

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

  1. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 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

    We at Guardian Family Dental value your trust and time. We believe that behind every smile is a person. We strive to offer comprehensive care to serve you and your family with your oral health needs. We look forward to helping you in this endeavor and in getting to know you as the unique individual you are!

    From Guardian Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. 67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 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

    Part of the National Dental Care Group, National Dental Care Barangaroo is located in the beautiful Barangaroo precinct of Sydney, with parking available at Barangaroo Reserve. As Barangaroo sets the benchmark for design and sustainability, our practice's goal is to provide state of the art dental technology and services, bringing a fresh energy to the patient experience.

    From National Dental Care, Barangaroo's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #9 Dr. James K. Ott, DDS

    368 E Riverside Dr STE 2A, St. George, UT 84790

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 1 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #10 Riverside Dental Care

    368 E Riverside Dr Ste 2A, St. George, UT 84790

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 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 7 AM–7 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We are the premier family dental practice serving the Southern Utah area. Our doctors and staff have years of experience and our patients keep coming back, so we must be doing something right. Since your smile is one of the first things people notice about you, we know how important it is to feel confident in your smile. We specialize in cosmetic and sedation dentistry. We believe the best smile begins with having healthy gums and teeth. We have the technology as well as the…

    From Riverside Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #11 Riverside Dental Care

    826 S 3000 E Ste 2, St. George, UT 84790

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 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 7 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Riverside's dental care team is a group of doctors with over 20 years of experience in high quality dentistry. As the premier Washington County dental office, we work hard to make sure you enjoy your trip to the dentist by providing the most advanced dental care. We will make sure that you have a good experience and our goal is to make you leave with a smile. We focus on a variety of services including family dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, composite…

    From Riverside Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #12 Riverside Dental Care: David Stevens DDS

    826 S 3000 E UNIT 2, St. George, UT 84790

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 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 7 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #14 St. George Dental Care

    444 E Tabernacle St #1, St. George, UT 84770, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 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–Tue 7 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #16 Snow Canyon Dental

    1449 1400 W St A1, St. George, UT 84770

    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 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  9. #17 Dr. Kelly J. Olsen, DDS

    321 N Mall Dr # D101, St. George, UT 84790, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 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 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–4 PM · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Have you ever dreaded going to the dentist? Here at Red Cliffs Dental, you’ll find a different sort of dental experience in St. George, Utah. With the professional experience of Dr. Olsen dentist in St George UT, you can achieve the perfect smile with virtually no pain. Dr. Olsen specializes in painless dentistry, using a variety of methods. Our dentists in St George Utah treats everyone from kids to adults, and we want to make sure your stay with us is as comfortable as…

    From Dr. Kelly J. Olsen, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  10. #18 Red Cliffs Dental

    321 N Mall Dr # D101, St. George, UT 84790

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 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 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–4 PM · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Red Cliffs Dental! Your local dentist in St. George, Utah. We offer services including checkups, teeth cleaning, veneers and dental implants in St. George, UT. Believing in the importance of listening to our patients, we take the time to truly understand each person's needs, goals, and lifestyle. By understanding our patients' objectives we can provide solutions that will improve their health while transforming their smile into something bright and beautiful. Red…

    From Red Cliffs Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  11. #19 Gentle Dentistry

    720 S River Rd c215, St. George, UT 84790

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 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

    Our friendly team and experienced dentists are dedicated to helping you achieve and maintain excellent oral health and a beautiful smile. We offer a full range of dental services, and since 2006 we have proudly provided individualized, high-quality dental care in the St. George, Utah, area, and you can rely on us to go the extra mile to meet your needs and help you feel at ease when visiting Gentle Dentistry. You are always our top priority! We invite you to call or visit us…

    From Gentle Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  12. #20 Premier Dental - Dentist St George Utah

    352 E Riverside Dr c1, St. George, UT 84790

    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

    If you're looking for a dentist St George Utah, you have never been in better hands. Since 2012, Premier Dental has serviced families and offered general and cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, and more at affordable prices. Our dental team is personable, experienced; we also have bilingual staff members who provide our services in Spanish and Portuguese. We also offer a unique service of getting patients in the office the same day, especially if they are in pain. We invite…

    From Premier Dental - Dentist St George Utah's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  13. #23 Simister Orthodontics - Washington Fields

    826 S 3000 E, St. George, UT 84790, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 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–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Choosing your orthodontist in Washington Fields is an important decision and we want to help you make the right one! Here are a few reasons why we say this is ‘Where Amazing Smiles Happen’ We Have Experience Together Dr. Jeff and Dr. Brad have treated and beautifully finished several thousand orthodontic patients. Although most of our patients are 8-13 years of age, we treat teen and adults of all ages too! Our experience in orthodontics will give you peace of mind knowing…

    From Simister Orthodontics - Washington Fields's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  14. #24 Virgin River Dental

    2134 E Riverside Dr b3, St. George, UT 84790

    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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to convenience, affordable dentistry, and the latest in modern technology. Take advantage of our new patient specials. Virgin River Dental is conveniently located in Dinosaur Crossing in St. George, Utah. We offer same-day toothache appointments and are insurance friendly. Call today and visit Dr. Brett Davis and see why his patients love pain-free dentistry at affordable prices.

    From Virgin River Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  15. #25 Dental Center of St. George

    321 N Mall Dr P101, St. George, UT 84790, United States

    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–Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Best dentists in St. George by need

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Best for emergency in St. George

63

Common Sense Family Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 1 St. George clinic offering emergency or same-day care: #55 for emergency care, #63 overall by DR Score and open 5 days a week, with emergency care.

Emergency Care in St. George →

Best for kids in St. George

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

Best for implants in St. George

1

Children's Dental of Southern Utah: Dr Jeremy Scholzen

Highest-ranked of 68 St. George clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

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

Dental Implants in St. George →

Best for invisalign & braces in St. George

1

Children's Dental of Southern Utah: Dr Jeremy Scholzen

Highest-ranked of 61 St. George clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

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

Invisalign in St. George →

Best for root canal in St. George

1

Children's Dental of Southern Utah: Dr Jeremy Scholzen

Highest-ranked of 62 St. George clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

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

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Best for cosmetic in St. George

1

Children's Dental of Southern Utah: Dr Jeremy Scholzen

Highest-ranked of 68 St. George clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

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

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Best for dentures & seniors in St. George

1

Children's Dental of Southern Utah: Dr Jeremy Scholzen

Highest-ranked of 61 St. George clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

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

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Best for budget & insurance in St. George

No St. George clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in St. George?

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

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

Emergency and weekend dentists in St. George

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 St. George dentists

We scored 68 St. George clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 9 were excluded (9 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 St. George 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 St. George: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in St. George?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in St. George, UT is Children's Dental of Southern Utah: Dr Jeremy Scholzen (DR Score 73/100). Guardian Family Dental (#2) and Riverview Endodontics (#3) follow. We ranked 68 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in St. George are open on Saturday?

2 of 68 St. George dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Dr. James K. Ott, DDS (until 1 PM) and Simply Wisdom Teeth (until 5 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 St. George?

1 St. George clinic lists emergency or same-day dental care. The highest-ranked is Common Sense Family Dentistry (#63). 9 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 St. George?

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

How many dentists are there in St. George?

DentistsRanked lists 68 dental clinics in St. George, UT, and 68 are ranked by DR Score. 2 post Saturday hours and 9 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is emergency care, at 68 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for St. George

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 68 clinics.
  2. : 9 duplicate listings merged.