64/100
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 595 Google reviews, the most Google reviews in Vermillion (595).
- 4.9from 595 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Best Dentists in Vermillion, SD (2026)
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Best overall in Vermillion: Knutson Family Dentistry, 4.9★ from 595 Google reviews, open 5 days a week and 2 of 17 services.
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5 Vermillion clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 2 have a Google rating on file.
Top 5 dentists in Vermillion at a glance
| Rank | Clinic | DR Score | Rating (reviews) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Knutson Family Dentistry | 64 | 4.9★ (595) | Overall |
| 2 | Houska Dental | 64 | 4.9★ (207) | — |
| 3 | Donald Scheidel, DDS | 15 | — | — |
| 4 | Kuntz Timothy R DDS | 15 | — | — |
| 5 | Smith John G DDS | 8 | — | — |
The 5 best dentists in Vermillion, ranked
Ordered by DR Score, a 0–100 score from 6 published factors. Scores refresh weekly.
#2 Houska Dental
1302 E Main St, Vermillion, SD 57069
64/100Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 207 Google reviews, 207 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 207 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
#3 Donald Scheidel, DDS
414 E Clark St, Vermillion, SD 57069
15/10015% of factors measuredRanked #3 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
#4 Kuntz Timothy R DDS
14 E Main St, Vermillion, SD 57069
15/10015% of factors measuredRanked #4 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
#5 Smith John G DDS
Churchill-Haines Labs, 414 E Clark St, Vermillion, SD 57069
8/10015% of factors measuredRanked #5 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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How much does a dentist cost in Vermillion?
Typical prices before insurance, in USD. Each row names its source.
| Service | Typical price (USD) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| General Dentistry | $100–$300 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Dakota |
| Teeth Cleaning | $75–$200 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Dakota |
How we ranked Vermillion dentists
We scored 5 Vermillion 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Vermillion data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews in the last 12 months | Measured |
| Access | 15% | Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients | Measured |
| Services | 10% | Services offered out of 17 | Measured |
| Profile completeness | 5% | Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos | Measured |
Dentists in Vermillion: frequently asked questions
Who is the best dentist in Vermillion?
By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Vermillion, SD is Knutson Family Dentistry (DR Score 64/100). It has a 4.9★ rating from 595 Google reviews. It is open 5 days a week. Houska Dental (#2) and Donald Scheidel, DDS (#3) follow. We ranked 5 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.
How much is a dental cleaning in Vermillion?
A dental cleaning in Vermillion typically costs $75–$200 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Dakota. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.
How many dentists are there in Vermillion?
DentistsRanked lists 5 dental clinics in Vermillion, SD, and 5 are ranked by DR Score. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 5 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.
Update log for Vermillion
- : DR Scores recalculated for 5 clinics.
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