If you live in a city, you’ll have dozens or even hundreds of dentists to choose from. DenScore will help you find the best dentist nearby so you can get the most appropriate and affordable dental care possible.

How does DenScore determine who the best dentists are?

DenScore rates dentists based on their clinical qualifications, patient satisfaction, scheduling flexibility, and other criteria. If dentists request to be included in our Best Dentist list, they are thoroughly vetted and must meet our strict quality control standards to be listed.




Some of the dentists below may pay for a sponsored listing in order to appear at the top of the list but they are subject to our strict quality control guidelines like every other dentist. Whether you view our Best Dentist list or any other website, we always recommend that you do your own research before choosing a dentist. Please view our Terms of Service for more information.

Rank Dental Office Address Phone Number
1 Stark Smiles: Dr. Tom Stark and Dr. Michael Stark 1212 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010 515-232-2255
2 Ames Center For Cosmetic & Family Dentistry 415 S Duff Ave D, Ames, IA 50010 515-956-3700
3 Ames Family Dental 2625 S University Blvd, Ames, IA 50010 515-817-1090
4 Dentistry At Somerset 2720 Stange Rd, Ames, IA 50010 515-337-2244
5 Stoltze & Stoltze Family Dentistry 511 Duff Ave UNIT 200, Ames, IA 50010 515-233-3797
6 Overman Family Dentistry 1606 Golden Aspen Dr #110, Ames, IA 50010 515-232-7000
7 Swanson Family Dental 1212 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010 515-233-2174
8 Grandgenett Dentistry, Craig Grandgenett DDS 2208 Philadelphia St, Ames, IA 50010 515-956-3426
9 Campustown Dental 137 Lynn Ave, Ames, IA 50014 515-292-7262
10 Pollard Family Dentistry of Ames 1620 S Kellogg Ave #107, Ames, IA 50010 515-233-3303
11 Ames Orthodontics 707 5th St #101, Ames, IA 50010 515-232-3357
12 Aspen Dental – Ames, IA 806 S Duff Ave #104, Ames, IA 50010 515-509-2800
13 Ames Oral Surgeons 1212 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010 515-232-6830
14 Expressions Dental 515 Grand Ave #101, Ames, IA 50010 515-232-0558
15 Main Street Dental Office 500 Main St Suite 102, Ames, IA 50010 515-232-5401
16 Dr. Bernie Stephenson 1400 Fawcett Pkwy suite c, Nevada, IA 50201 515-382-5542
17 Katie Kearney Porter DDS: Kearney, Brannan, Glotfelty and Porter Dental Office 1226 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010 515-232-6775
18 Crawford L w DDS 515 Grand Ave #102, Ames, IA 50010 515-232-2090
19 Herrick Dental PC 620 5th St, Ames, IA 50010 515-233-3778

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Will dental insurance help me save money on dental care?

Dental treatment can be very affordable when people find the best dental insurance plan for their needs. Families that qualify for low-cost medical care can get Medicaid dental coverage, which provides free dental care to children. However, most states cover only a limited number of dental procedures for adults. For elderly patients, regular Medicare doesn’t cover dental care, but many Medicare Advantage plans offer excellent dental coverage, enabling seniors to save a lot of money on expensive dental procedures.

What are other ways to spend less money on dental care?

The best way to spend less money on dental care is to prevent problems from starting in the first place. Doing these things for your oral hygiene, limiting sugar intake and avoiding tobacco products will keep your teeth and gums healthy over time. If you have dental insurance, you’ll usually save a lot of money by seeing an in-network dentist. But if you don’t have dental insurance, have no fear! Some dental offices provide membership plans that can make dental care more affordable. Also, dentists’ prices vary considerably, so we recommend that you call a few dental offices to compare the cost of the same dental procedure if paying with cash.

How do I know if I’m getting the right dental treatment?

Whether you have a tooth that needs to be fixed, a gum problem, or concerns about your smile, there are likely multiple ways to treat your condition. DenScore’s free online dental tool will provide you with information so you can ask your dentist the right questions and get the high-quality dental care you deserve.

Why isn’t my dentist on this list?

Maybe we missed something! If your dentist is awesome, contact us and we’ll have a look!