64/10085% of factors measured
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews, 34 Google reviews.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.
- 5.0from 34 Google reviews
Best Dentists in Waterloo, IL (2026)
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Best overall in Waterloo: Bankhead & Firth Orthodontics, 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews and 2 of 17 services.
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6 Waterloo clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 5 have a Google rating on file.
Top 6 dentists in Waterloo at a glance
| Rank | Clinic | DR Score | Rating (reviews) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bankhead & Firth Orthodontics | 64 | 5.0★ (34) | Overall, Invisalign & braces |
| 2 | Beard Dental Center | 62 | 5.0★ (860) | Implants |
| 3 | SmilesRForever Dentistry | 61 | 4.7★ (322) | — |
| 4 | Hentscher-Johnson Orthodontics | 55 | 5.0★ (30) | — |
| 5 | Scott D Klohr DMD | 53 | 3.7★ (6) | — |
| 6 | Littlefield Kim DDS | 15 | — | — |
The 6 best dentists in Waterloo, ranked
Ordered by DR Score, a 0–100 score from 6 published factors. Scores refresh weekly.
#2 Beard Dental Center
208 Bradford Ln, Waterloo, IL 62298
62/100Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 860 Google reviews, the most Google reviews in Waterloo (860).
- 5.0from 860 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#3 SmilesRForever Dentistry
226 Westview Plaza Dr, Waterloo, IL 62298
61/100Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 322 Google reviews, 322 Google reviews.
- 4.7from 322 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed
#4 Hentscher-Johnson Orthodontics
200 E Mill St, Waterloo, IL 62298
55/100Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews, 30 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 30 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sun closed
#5 Scott D Klohr DMD
303 E 4th St, Waterloo, IL 62298
53/100Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews, 6 Google reviews.
- 3.7from 6 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon closed · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#6 Littlefield Kim DDS
200 E Mill St, Waterloo, IL 62298
15/10015% of factors measuredRanked #6 because of services: 2 of 17 services offered.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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Best dentists in Waterloo by need
One pick per need, with the clinic that comes next. Every pick names the condition it wins on.
Best for emergency in Waterloo
No Waterloo clinic lists emergency or same-day care in our data yet.
Best for kids in Waterloo
No Waterloo clinic lists kid-friendly care in our data yet.
Best for implants in Waterloo
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Highest-ranked of 1 Waterloo clinic offering dental implants: #2 overall by DR Score.
Best for invisalign & braces in Waterloo
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Highest-ranked of 2 Waterloo clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff and #1 overall by DR Score.
Runner-up: Hentscher-Johnson Orthodontics (#4 overall)
Best for root canal in Waterloo
No Waterloo clinic lists root canals in our data yet.
Best for cosmetic in Waterloo
No Waterloo clinic lists cosmetic dentistry in our data yet.
Best for dentures & seniors in Waterloo
No Waterloo clinic lists dentures in our data yet.
Best for budget & insurance in Waterloo
No Waterloo clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.
How much does a dentist cost in Waterloo?
Typical prices before insurance, in USD. Each row names its source.
| Service | Typical price (USD) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| General Dentistry | $115–$345 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois |
| Teeth Cleaning | $86–$230 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois |
| Dental Implants | $1,725–$6,900 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois |
| Invisalign | $4,025–$8,625 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois |
| Braces | $3,450–$8,050 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois |
How we ranked Waterloo dentists
We scored 6 Waterloo 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 Waterloo 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 Waterloo: frequently asked questions
Who is the best dentist in Waterloo?
By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Waterloo, IL is Bankhead & Firth Orthodontics (DR Score 64/100). It has a 5.0★ rating from 34 Google reviews. Beard Dental Center (#2) and SmilesRForever Dentistry (#3) follow. We ranked 6 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.
How much is a dental cleaning in Waterloo?
A dental cleaning in Waterloo 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.
How many dentists are there in Waterloo?
DentistsRanked lists 6 dental clinics in Waterloo, IL, and 6 are ranked by DR Score. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 3 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.
Update log for Waterloo
- : DR Scores recalculated for 6 clinics.
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