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Best Pediatric dentists in Aurora, IL (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Top DR Score among pediatric dentists: Village Green Dental Center, 4.8★ from 1,677 Google reviews, open evenings until 8 PM and Saturdays until 4 PM.

  2. 2

    Best for weekend appointments: Meadow Lake Dental Care, 4.9★ from 361 Google reviews, open Saturdays until 1 PM.

  3. 5

    Best for evenings: Smiles of Aurora, 4.7★ from 623 Google reviews, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 1 PM.

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12 of Aurora’s 61 clinics have a pediatric dentist on staff, as of October 2026. 11 of them open Saturdays and 5 stay open after 6pm. They offer 16 of our 17 tracked services on average.

Top 10 pediatric dentists in Aurora at a glance

Top 10 pediatric dentists in Aurora at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1Village Green Dental Center754.8★ (1,677)Evenings · SatTop DR Score among pediatric dentists
2Meadow Lake Dental Care744.9★ (361)SatBest for weekend appointments
3West Aurora Family Dental734.9★ (238)Sat—
4Kirk Family Dentistry734.9★ (605)Sat—
5Smiles of Aurora724.7★ (623)Evenings · SatBest for evenings
6Dr. Zareen I. Kapadia, DDS714.9★ (244)Evenings · Sat—
7Grand Dental - Aurora714.9★ (1,147)——
81st Family Dental of Fox Valley714.4★ (484)Evenings · Sat—
9All Family Dental and Braces654.1★ (388)Sat—
10Fox Valley Dental Care of Aurora644.8★ (124)Evenings · Sat—

The 12 pediatric dentists in Aurora, ranked

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

  1. Ranked #1 in Aurora

    #1 Village Green Dental Center

    2853 E New York St, Aurora, IL 60502

    75/100

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 1,677 Google reviews, the most Google reviews in Aurora (1,677).

    • 4.8from 1,677 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    With over 30 years of service, we have enjoyed growing with our community and helping patients of all ages enjoy healthy, beautiful smiles. Our commitment to setting new standards in quality care means that we meet patient expectations for excellent dental health, creating peace of mind that their concerns will be resolved.

    From Village Green Dental Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #2 Meadow Lake Dental Care

    3941 75th St Suite #102, Aurora, IL 60504

    74/100

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 361 Google reviews, 361 Google reviews.

    • 4.9from 361 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Meadow Lake Dental Care, we are a modern dental clinic that is specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of dental and oral problems. We offer comprehensive dental care in Aurora and the surrounding areas. We offer the best dental care for your entire family, as well as restorative dentistry services including dental crowns, dental bridges, and dentures. Cosmetic dentistry services like teeth whitening, dental implants and veneers can help you get a more beautiful smile…

    From Meadow Lake Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #3 West Aurora Family Dental

    1940 W Galena Blvd #7, Aurora, IL 60506

    73/100

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 238 Google reviews, 238 Google reviews.

    • 4.9from 238 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–4 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At West Aurora Family Dental, we are a modern dental clinic that is specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of dental and oral problems. We offer comprehensive dental care in Aurora and the surrounding areas. We offer the best dental care for your entire family, as well as restorative dentistry services including dental crowns, dental bridges, and dentures. Cosmetic dentistry services like teeth whitening, dental implants and veneers can help you get a more beautiful…

    From West Aurora Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #5 Smiles of Aurora

    201 N Constitution Dr G, Aurora, IL 60506

    72/100

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 623 Google reviews, 623 Google reviews.

    • 4.7from 623 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue 8 AM–5:30 PM · Wed 7 AM–7 PM · Thu 7 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat 7 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    By prioritizing the experience and care of our esteemed guests, Dr. Dustin Goetz and Associates have been able to create a calming, enjoyable patient experience. If this level of high-quality and attentive service interests you, reach out today! We are very accommodating to our patients’ schedules. Our dentists also work on educating patients, so that we can guide them toward the best treatment for their needs. We provide this exceptional dental care in Aurora, Illinois, and…

    From Smiles of Aurora's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #7 Grand Dental - Aurora

    1780 N Farnsworth Ave, Aurora, IL 60505, United States

    71/100

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 1,147 Google reviews, 1,147 Google reviews.

    • 4.9from 1,147 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Looking for a dentist in Aurora who can help your whole family stay happy and healthy? We’re glad you found us! At Grand Dental – Aurora, we have a team of dental experts who combine their knowledge and training to provide a variety of superior dental services for patients of all ages. You have access to a Board-Certified Periodontist and Pediatric Specialist along with a team of Orthodontic specialists, making our dental office convenient for your oral healthcare needs. We…

    From Grand Dental - Aurora's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #8 1st Family Dental of Fox Valley

    55 S Commons Dr, Aurora, IL 60504

    71/100

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 484 Google reviews, 484 Google reviews.

    • 4.4from 484 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    1st Family Dental of Fox Valley is a full service dentist office that opened in 2010 and is located in Aurora, near the Naperville border. Come visit our beautiful dental office that includes a comfortable and elegant waiting area and rooms with the latest technology and innovations available to the dental industry. This Aurora dental clinic provides the following dental services: - Regular Cleanings - Oral Exams - Full Mouth X-rays - Extractions - Deep Cleanings - Dental…

    From 1st Family Dental of Fox Valley's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #9 All Family Dental and Braces

    4334 Fox Valley Center Dr, Aurora, IL 60504

    65/100

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.1★ from 388 Google reviews, 388 Google reviews.

    • 4.1from 388 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu 7 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #10 Fox Valley Dental Care of Aurora

    2424 W Indian Trail Suite E, Aurora, IL 60506

    64/100

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 124 Google reviews, 124 Google reviews.

    • 4.8from 124 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 12 PM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–3 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryEmergency careImplantsCrownsBondingCosmeticFull restoration

    In their words

    Welcome to Fox Valley Dental Care located in Aurora IL. Our philosophy is to provide quality dental care, safely, comfortably, and ethically. We understand that going to the dentist may not be your favorite thing to do but we are here to make sure you have the best experience possible. Please explore our website to find answers to questions you may have. Few things make patients lose trust in a practice faster than seeing a different team every time they visit. At Fox Valley…

    From Fox Valley Dental Care of Aurora's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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How we ranked Aurora dentists

This list covers the 12 Aurora clinics that have a pediatric dentist on staff. We scored 12 Aurora clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 53 were excluded (1 closed and 52 duplicate listings). Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

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Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Aurora data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
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

Best Pediatric dentists in Aurora, IL: frequently asked questions

Who are the pediatric dentists in Aurora?

12 Aurora clinics have a pediatric dentist on staff in our data. By DR Score, the highest-ranked are Village Green Dental Center, Meadow Lake Dental Care and West Aurora Family Dental.

Which of these Aurora clinics are open on Saturday?

11 of the 12 clinics on this page open on Saturdays. The highest-ranked are Village Green Dental Center, Meadow Lake Dental Care and West Aurora Family Dental, and Village Green Dental Center opens 8 AM–4 PM.

Which Aurora clinics on this page are open late?

5 of the 12 clinics on this page stay open after 6pm on at least one weekday. Village Green Dental Center has the latest weekday hours, until 8 PM on Mondays.

How are pediatric dentists in Aurora ranked?

Each clinic has one DR Score from 0 to 100, built from 6 published factors: reputation, review volume, recency, access, services and profile completeness. This page lists the 12 Aurora clinics that have a pediatric dentist on staff, in DR Score order. No clinic pays for its position.

Update log for Aurora

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 61 clinics.
  2. : 52 duplicate listings merged.
  3. : 1 closed clinic removed.