Top Dentists in South Dakota — Browse by City
Looking for a dentist in South Dakota? We have ranked the leading dental practices in 13 cities across the state, checking each one against the national provider registry. Pick your city to compare the best options nearby.
Dental needs are the same across South Dakota, but the options are not. A large metro may have hundreds of practices while a smaller town has only a handful, which makes an honest, ranked shortlist genuinely useful. For each city below we surface the strongest local practices so you can compare them side by side instead of scrolling through endless listings.
We have ranked 65 dental practices in 13 South Dakota cities that hold 24,605 public Google reviews between them. The 62 rated practices average 4.9 stars. Brookings has the highest average rating of any South Dakota city we cover, at 5.0. The most reviewed practice in the state is Dr. Thomas Montoya, DDS in Sioux Falls, with 1,265 reviews.
Top pick in South Dakota's largest cities
| City | Number 1 practice | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls | Dr. Thomas Montoya, DDS | 4.9 | 1,265 |
| Rapid City | Dr. Elizabeth Kieffer, DDS | 5.0 | 1,070 |
| Aberdeen | Dr. Mark Bain, DDS | 5.0 | 474 |
| Brookings | Dr. Erik Wiseman, DDS | 5.0 | 390 |
| Watertown | Dr. Gregory Gertsen, DDS | 5.0 | 425 |
| Yankton | Dr. William Reardon, DDS | 4.9 | 361 |
| Mitchell | Dr. Gary Bjerrum, DDS | 4.9 | 370 |
| Huron | Dr. Thomas Hajek, DDS | 4.9 | 451 |
| Pierre | Dr. Charles Anderson, DS | 5.0 | 379 |
| Box Elder | Day One Dentistry | 4.9 | 1,004 |
Highest rated cities for dentists in South Dakota
- 1.Brookingsaverages 5.0 across 5 ranked practices
- 2.Brandonaverages 5.0 across 5 ranked practices
- 3.Sioux Fallsaverages 5.0 across 5 ranked practices
- 4.Pierreaverages 4.9 across 5 ranked practices
- 5.Vermillionaverages 4.9 across 5 ranked practices
Largest cities in South Dakota
All cities in South Dakota (13)
Choosing a dentist in South Dakota
Across South Dakota, the strongest practices tend to share a few traits: consistent five star reviews, experienced clinicians, modern treatment options, and clear pricing. We weigh those factors when ranking each city, so the practices at the top of every page are genuinely worth a call.
Our South Dakota lists are not for sale. Practices are scored on patient ratings, how many reviews back them, registry verified credentials, and range of care. Read our full methodology.
Frequently asked questions
How many dentists are ranked in South Dakota?
We rank 65 dental practices across 13 cities in South Dakota, backed by 24,605 public Google reviews.
Which South Dakota city has the highest rated dentists?
Brookings leads with an average rating of 5.0 across its listed practices, followed by Brandon (5.0) and Sioux Falls (5.0).
What is the average dentist rating in South Dakota?
The 62 rated practices we list in South Dakota average 4.9 out of 5 on Google.
Who is the top dentist in Sioux Falls?
Dr. Thomas Montoya, DDS is our number 1 pick in Sioux Falls, rated 4.9 from 1,265 reviews. See the full Sioux Falls page for the rest of the top 5.
Which dentist in South Dakota has the most reviews?
Dr. Thomas Montoya, DDS in Sioux Falls has the most public Google reviews of any practice we list in South Dakota, with 1,265.
How are the South Dakota dentist rankings decided?
Our South Dakota lists are not for sale. Practices are scored on patient ratings, how many reviews back them, registry verified credentials, and range of care.