Dr. James Meagher, DDS
General Dentistry
General dentistry in Peoria, delivered by a well established practice with 20 years of experience. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 708 public Google reviews.
- Phone
- (309) 692-5863
- Experience
- 20+ years in practice
5 Peoria dental practices compared on 3,285 public reviews, verified credentials, and services.
Quick answer
Our top ranked dental practice in Peoria, Illinois is Dr. James Meagher, DDS, rated 4.9 out of 5 across 708 public reviews. Other top choices include Familia Dental Peoria 2 LLC and Dr. Scott Anderson, DDS. Peoria has a population of about 116,513, and the 5 strongest local practices are compared on this page.
Booking a dentist in Peoria, Illinois should be simple, so we did the legwork of comparing them for you. We compared local dental practices on review scores, review volume, registry credentials, and the treatments they offer. Our rankings stay independent of whether a practice chooses to advertise with us.
Across the 5 top practices we highlight in Peoria, patients can access general dentistry. The Peoria practices on this list average 18 years in practice, with Dr. James Meagher, DDS among the most established at 20 years. Listed offices serve several parts of the city, including the 61614, 61615 ZIP areas. Together these practices hold 3,285 public Google reviews, led by Familia Dental Peoria 2 LLC with 876. The average rating across this Peoria list is 4.9 out of 5.
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General Dentistry
General dentistry in Peoria, delivered by a well established practice with 20 years of experience. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 708 public Google reviews.
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General dentistry in Peoria, delivered by serving patients for 16 years. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 876 public Google reviews.
General Dentistry
A Peoria dental office focused on general dentistry, a well established practice with 20 years of experience. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 533 public Google reviews.
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General dentistry in Peoria, delivered by serving patients for 14 years. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 794 public Google reviews.
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Provides general dentistry for Peoria families, a well established practice with 20 years of experience. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 374 public Google reviews.
Ratings on this list run from 4.9 to 4.9, review counts from 374 to 876, and registry records from 14 to 20 years.
| Rank | Practice | Google rating | Reviews | Years on record | Services |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dr. James Meagher, DDS | 4.9 | 708 | 20 | General Dentistry |
| #2 | Familia Dental Peoria 2 LLC | 4.9 | 876 | 16 | General Dentistry |
| #3 | Dr. Scott Anderson, DDS | 4.9 | 533 | 20 | General Dentistry |
| #4 | Affordable Dentures- Peoria, P.C | 4.9 | 794 | 14 | General Dentistry |
| #5 | Dr. Bruce Hillemeyer, DDS | 4.9 | 374 | 20 | General Dentistry |
5 of the 5 Peoria practices on this page are matched to their record in the US National Provider Identifier registry, and 5 carry a public Google rating. Details were last reviewed on August 27, 2026.
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The practices we list in Peoria, Illinois average 4.9 stars. That matches the nearby cities shown here.
| City | Average rating | Practices ranked | Top pick |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peoria | 4.9 | 5 | Dr. James Meagher, DDS |
| Normal | 4.9 | 5 | Dr. Allison Beehner, DMD |
| Bloomington | 4.9 | 5 | Dr. Nicholas Baker, DMD |
| Springfield | 4.9 | 5 | Dr. Joshua Renken, DDS |
Most people only think about the dentist when something hurts, but the real value is in the routine visit. A general dentist in Peoria, Illinois cleans and examines your teeth and treats decay while it is still small. Twice a year visits keep issues small and give the dentist time to plan any bigger work carefully.
General Dentistry5 of 5 listed practices
A general dentist handles the routine care most people need, from cleanings and exams to fillings and crowns. In Peoria, offered by Dr. James Meagher, DDS, Familia Dental Peoria 2 LLC, Dr. Scott Anderson, DDS and 2 more.
Before your next visit, it helps to know what modern dentistry can do. Catch up on dental advances and what to ask your Peoria dentist.
We rank Peoria, Illinois practices on review quality and volume, national provider registry records, years in practice, and online presence. Paid placements are always marked as ads.
Read our full ranking methodologyCheck how long each practice has been around
Among the 5 practices listed in Peoria, Illinois, registry records show an average of 18 years in operation, and 4 have been on record for 15 years or more. Dr. James Meagher, DDS has the longest record at 20 years. A long track record usually points to steady, consistent care.
Check what patients say
The listed Peoria, Illinois practices hold 3,285 public Google reviews between them, with an average rating of 4.9. A score backed by many reviews, like the 876 for Familia Dental Peoria 2 LLC, tells you more than a perfect rating from a handful of patients. Notice how the office replies to criticism, not just to praise.
Pick a practice that covers your needs
Every practice on this Peoria, Illinois list focuses on general dentistry, so for specialist work such as braces or implants you may be referred to a specialist nearby. Ask about referrals on your first call.
Think about location
The practices here are spread across 2 ZIP codes (61614 and 61615). A dentist near home or work makes it far easier to keep up with checkups twice a year.
Start with a checkup
Treat your first appointment in Peoria, Illinois as a trial. If you feel rushed or pushed toward extra treatment, try another practice on this list.
Knowing what happens at a first visit in Peoria, Illinois takes the nerves out of booking one. Expect a review of your medical history, a set of digital X rays, and a full exam of your teeth and gums. Bring your insurance details and a list of questions so you get the most from the appointment.
In Peoria, Illinois, the cost of a visit depends mostly on the work involved and your plan. Insurance tends to cover routine checkups well and only part of restorative or cosmetic work. Ask each Peoria office for an estimate and about payment plans before you book.
Use these questions on your first call to a Peoria, Illinois dental practice to avoid surprises later.
Dr. James Meagher, DDS holds the number 1 spot on our Peoria list, with a 4.9 star Google rating from 708 reviews. Familia Dental Peoria 2 LLC ranks second with a 4.9 rating.
Familia Dental Peoria 2 LLC has the most public Google reviews among the practices we list in Peoria, with 876. Across all 5 listed practices there are 3,285 reviews in total.
In Peoria, Illinois, the 5 rated practices we list average 4.9 out of 5 on Google, and the highest rating is 4.9.
Of the practices we list, Dr. James Meagher, DDS has the longest record in the national provider registry, at more than 20 years. The average across the list is 18 years.
The Peoria practices we list are in ZIP codes 61614 and 61615. The biggest cluster is in 61614, with 4 of the 5.
The Peoria, Illinois ranking comes from one score per practice that blends review quality, review volume, verified credentials, experience, and online presence across the 5 practices we compared.
No. A practice can buy a clearly labeled sponsored spot on the Peoria, Illinois page, but the organic order is set only by our scoring.
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