Skip to content

Best Dentists in Topeka, KS (2026)

46 clinics ranked by DR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Topeka: Jeff Larkin DDS, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

Rankings can't be bought. Booking through us earns you a $60 gift card and doesn’t affect order. How we rank

46 Topeka clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 2 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 10 dentists in Topeka at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Topeka at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreBest for
1Jeff Larkin DDS73Overall, Implants
2Topeka Emergency Dentist73—
3Dr. Andrew Lewis67—
4Dr. Gregory Johnson, DDS67—
5Dr. Harold D. Melkus, DDS67—
6Dr. Kevin Dulin67—
7Dr. Paul Heath67—
8Dr. Robert L. Hof, DDS67—
9Dr. Shabnam Amin, DDS67—
10Lacy Robert E DDS67—

The 46 best dentists in Topeka, ranked

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

  1. #2 Topeka Emergency Dentist

    5332 SW 17th St, Topeka, KS 66604

    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

    If you're in need of emergency dental care you can call us at Topeka Emergency Dentist 24/7. We answer our phones 24 hours a day to help you find the next available appointment. You can count on us for family dentistry as well as general care and emergency care. We can even help you with your dentures. Call today to get help.

    From Topeka Emergency Dentist's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #17 Aspen Dental

    1730 SW Wanamaker Rd, Topeka, KS 66604

    43/10030% 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–Wed 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Topeka,KS offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care environment…

    From Aspen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #18 GraceMed Capitol Family Clinic

    1400 SW Huntoon St, Topeka, KS 66604, United States

    43/10030% 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–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Our Capitol Family Clinic is located on the northwest corner of S.W. Huntoon and Lane, next to the Aaron Douglas Art Park. Each of our clinics is staffed and equipped to provide the full range of medical services you need from your primary care provider. You can trust your entire family's care to us. We're committed to enhancing the quality of your health and life. We welcome patients with all forms of health insurance, including those who have no insurance.

    From GraceMed Capitol Family Clinic's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. 37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #25 Frank Johnson DDS and Linsday Biggs-Michael DDS

    1244 SW Oakley Ave, Topeka, KS 66604

    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–Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri 7 AM–11 AM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

Find the right dentist in Topeka

Answer 2 quick questions and we'll help you find a dentist that fits your needs, location and availability.

Topeka, KS

Book through DentistsRanked and get a $60 Amazon gift card. Terms

Step 1 of 2

What service are you looking for?

  • 100% free for patients
  • No commitment

Best dentists in Topeka by need

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

Best for emergency in Topeka

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

Best for kids in Topeka

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

Best for implants in Topeka

1

Jeff Larkin DDS

Highest-ranked of 46 Topeka clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Topeka Emergency Dentist (#2 overall)

Dental Implants in Topeka →

Best for invisalign & braces in Topeka

1

Jeff Larkin DDS

Highest-ranked of 42 Topeka clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Topeka Emergency Dentist (#2 overall)

Invisalign in Topeka →

Best for root canal in Topeka

1

Jeff Larkin DDS

Highest-ranked of 42 Topeka clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Topeka Emergency Dentist (#2 overall)

Root Canal in Topeka →

Best for cosmetic in Topeka

1

Jeff Larkin DDS

Highest-ranked of 46 Topeka clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Topeka Emergency Dentist (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Topeka →

Best for dentures & seniors in Topeka

1

Jeff Larkin DDS

Highest-ranked of 42 Topeka clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Topeka Emergency Dentist (#2 overall)

Dentures in Topeka →

Best for budget & insurance in Topeka

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

How much does a dentist cost in Topeka?

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

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

Emergency and weekend dentists in Topeka

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 Topeka dentists

We scored 46 Topeka clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Topeka 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 Topeka: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Topeka?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Topeka, KS is Jeff Larkin DDS (DR Score 73/100). Topeka Emergency Dentist (#2) and Dr. Andrew Lewis (#3) follow. We ranked 46 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Topeka?

No Topeka clinic lists emergency care, but 2 are open after 6 PM, led by Aspen Dental (#17) and GraceMed Capitol Family Clinic (#18). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Topeka?

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

How many dentists are there in Topeka?

DentistsRanked lists 46 dental clinics in Topeka, KS, and 46 are ranked by DR Score. 2 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 46 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Topeka

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 46 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.