How are these dentists in North Dakota ranked?

The ranking weights NPPES record completeness, CMS Medicare enrollment, MIPS quality scores when available, and HRSA HPSA service. Of the 10 listed, 10 are Medicare-enrolled and 0 practice in a dental shortage area. We do not accept payment for placement.

Do dentists in North Dakota accept Medicaid?

North Dakota's Medicaid program is North Dakota Medicaid. Specialist participation varies. We surface Medicare enrollment as a public-program proxy on each profile, but the only authoritative answer comes from the office and the North Dakota Medicaid provider directory (https://www.hhs.nd.gov/medicaid).

How do I check a dentist's license in North Dakota?

Use the North Dakota State Board of Dental Examiners license-lookup at https://www.nddentalboard.com/. Confirm the license is active and check for any disciplinary actions.

When should I see a dentist instead of a general dentist?

Same as general dentist — routine care, exams, and most everyday procedures; Confirm with the office before booking specialty work (orthodontics, implants, root canals).

Top 10 · ND

Top Dentists in North Dakota

Dentists with general or unspecified focus. Curated top-10 from the dental sub-specialty taxonomy and CMS quality signals — Medicare enrollment, MIPS score, and HPSA service all weighed in.

In top list: 10
Medicare-enrolled: 10
HPSA shortage: 0

Indexed density: 1.26 per 100K residents (population 0.80M ).

Verified · NPPES (CMS)refreshed May 7, 2026

Other dental specialties in North Dakota

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General Dentists in North DakotaRoutine care, cleanings, fillings, and exams.
Orthodontists in North DakotaBraces, aligners, and bite correction.
Pediatric Dentists in North DakotaSpecialized care for infants, children, and teens.
Oral And Maxillofacial Surgeons in North DakotaExtractions, implants, and jaw surgery.
Endodontists in North DakotaRoot canals and tooth-pulp specialists.
Periodontists in North DakotaGum disease, gum surgery, and dental implants.
Prosthodontists in North DakotaCrowns, bridges, dentures, and full restorations.
Dental Public Health Dentists in North DakotaCommunity dental health and policy practitioners.
Oral And Maxillofacial Pathologists in North DakotaDiagnoses oral diseases from biopsy and imaging.

Frequently asked

Dentists in North Dakota: questions

How are these dentists in North Dakota ranked?
The ranking weights NPPES record completeness, CMS Medicare enrollment, MIPS quality scores when available, and HRSA HPSA service. Of the 10 listed, 10 are Medicare-enrolled and 0 practice in a dental shortage area. We do not accept payment for placement.
Do dentists in North Dakota accept Medicaid?
North Dakota's Medicaid program is North Dakota Medicaid. Specialist participation varies. We surface Medicare enrollment as a public-program proxy on each profile, but the only authoritative answer comes from the office and the North Dakota Medicaid provider directory (https://www.hhs.nd.gov/medicaid).
How do I check a dentist's license in North Dakota?
Use the North Dakota State Board of Dental Examiners license-lookup at https://www.nddentalboard.com/. Confirm the license is active and check for any disciplinary actions.
When should I see a dentist instead of a general dentist?
Same as general dentist — routine care, exams, and most everyday procedures; Confirm with the office before booking specialty work (orthodontics, implants, root canals).