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.

RankDental OfficeAddressPhone Number
1Modern Dentistry (Previously Brad Wisowaty DDS)1302 Vale Park Rd, Valparaiso, IN 46383219-440-4263
2Shideler Dentistry P.C.8 Garfield Ave, Valparaiso, IN 46383219-462-7391
3Airport Road Dental Associates, PC3465 Airport Rd, Portage, IN 46368219-763-2727
4Dental Image10705 Randolph St, Crown Point, IN 46307219-732-2010
5Susan L. Royer DDS1452 E 85th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410219-663-4024
6Broadway Dental Care7725 Broadway # E, Merrillville, IN 46410219-769-0550
7Merit Dental – Portage6060 Lute Rd, Portage, IN 46368219-762-3842
8Aurora Dental Wellness6515 Central Ave, Portage, IN 46368219-762-7080
9Relaxed Dentistry5943 Central Ave, Portage, IN 46368219-762-9567
10Family Dental Care334 Lincoln Hwy Suite G, Valparaiso, IN 46385219-464-9887
11Michael Drone Dentistry & Prosthodontics Valparaiso809 Wall St B, Valparaiso, IN 46383219-462-2564
12Advanced Dental Concepts3410 Willowcreek Rd, Portage, IN 46368219-763-6878
13RIDGEWOOD DENTAL PC7777 E Ridge Rd, Hobart, IN 46342219-947-2922
14Secure Dental—Portage6129 US-6, Portage, IN 46368219-600-8114
15Bulfa & DeGrazia Family Dentistry250 S Washington St #4151, Hobart, IN 46342219-942-1730
16Cindy Kirby, DDS5129 E 81st Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410219-769-4246
17Braces For All Ages, PC3204 Lancer St ste a, Portage, IN 46368219-762-5506
18Secure Dental—Lake Station3820 Central Ave, Lake Station, IN 46405219-500-7127
19Complete Family Dental175 US-20 #8, Chesterton, IN 46304219-728-1820
20Valparaiso Family Dentistry2005 Roosevelt Rd # B, Valparaiso, IN 46383219-531-9293
21NorthShore Health Centers3099 Central Ave, Lake Station, IN 46405219-763-8112
22Allusion Dental2646 Lois St, Portage, IN 46368219-762-4266
23Sarver Family Dental6035 Sterling Creek Rd, Portage, IN 46368219-850-1218
24John Johnson DDS6215 Central Ave, Portage, IN 46368219-763-1502
25Portage Dental Rehab Center6044 Lute Rd, Portage, IN 46368219-764-4004
26Dr. David Jardenil3204 Lancer St Suite B, Portage, IN 46368219-762-1806
27KEARY BEWICK DDS6210 US-6, Portage, IN 46368219-762-2828
28Lieske & Nondorf Family Dentistry2001 Roosevelt Rd, Valparaiso, IN 46383219-464-9911
29Healthy Smiles Portage6280 W Main St Suite A, Portage, IN 46368219-938-2637
30Portage Dental3109 Willowcreek Rd, Portage, IN 46368219-254-2685

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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!