How are these dentists in South 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 South Dakota accept Medicaid?

South Dakota's Medicaid program is South 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 South Dakota Medicaid provider directory (https://dss.sd.gov/medicaid/).

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

Use the South Dakota State Board of Dentistry license-lookup at https://sdboardofdentistry.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 · SD

Top Dentists in South 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: 1.08 per 100K residents (population 0.92M ).

Verified · NPPES (CMS)refreshed May 7, 2026

Other dental specialties in South Dakota

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

Frequently asked

Dentists in South Dakota: questions

How are these dentists in South 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 South Dakota accept Medicaid?
South Dakota's Medicaid program is South 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 South Dakota Medicaid provider directory (https://dss.sd.gov/medicaid/).
How do I check a dentist's license in South Dakota?
Use the South Dakota State Board of Dentistry license-lookup at https://sdboardofdentistry.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).