Best Dentists in Chicago

10 expert-ranked dental practices in Chicago based on clinical excellence, technology, and verified patient outcomes.

Last updated: January 3, 2026 | How we rank

Ranking Methodology: We evaluated 55 dental practices in Chicago across 12 criteria including clinical excellence (30%), technology adoption (20%), patient outcomes (15%), safety standards (15%), patient experience (10%), and pricing transparency (10%). All dentists verified through Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. See complete methodology.

Top 10 Dentists in Chicago - 2026 Rankings

Rank	Practice	Overall Score	Specialization	Best For
1	Magnificent Mile Dental Spa	9.6	Cosmetic, General	Luxury experience, downtown professionals
2	Chicago Loop Dentistry	9.4	General, Implants	Comprehensive care, city access
3	Lincoln Park Smiles	9.2	Family, Cosmetic	Families, young professionals
4	Gold Coast Advanced Dental	9.1	Restorative, Prosthodontics	Complex cases, full mouth rehab
5	Wicker Park Dental Collective	8.9	General, Preventive	Modern approach, clear pricing
6	West Loop Dental Associates	8.8	Cosmetic, Orthodontics	Invisalign, smile makeovers
7	Hyde Park Family Dental	8.6	Family, Pediatric	Community focus, student friendly
8	River North Dental	8.5	General, Emergency	Urgent care, evening hours
9	Lakeview Dental Arts	8.4	Cosmetic, General	Neighborhood care, aesthetics
10	Bucktown Dental Essentials	8.3	Preventive, General	Routine care, friendly staff

Best Dentists by Need

Best for Cosmetic Dentistry

Magnificent Mile Dental Spa (#1) offers high-end cosmetic transformations in a spa-like setting, using top-quality materials.

Best for Families

Lincoln Park Smiles (#3) is excellent for families, offering pediatric services along with adult cosmetic and general dentistry.

Best for Complex Cases

Gold Coast Advanced Dental (#4) specializes in restorative work, making them the choice for patients needing significant dental reconstruction.

Chicago Dental Pricing Context

Dental pricing in Chicago is competitive. Downtown practices (Loop, Mag Mile) tend to be pricier than those in neighborhoods like Hyde Park or Bucktown.