How are these orthodontists 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, 0 are Medicare-enrolled and 0 practice in a dental shortage area. We do not accept payment for placement.

Do orthodontists 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 orthodontist'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 orthodontist instead of a general dentist?

Crowded, gapped, or rotated teeth in adults or children; Significant overbite, underbite, or open bite; Bite problems that cause jaw pain or wear teeth unevenly.

Top 10 · SD

Top Orthodontists in South Dakota

Braces, aligners, and bite correction. 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: 0
HPSA shortage: 0

Indexed density: 1.08 per 100K residents (population 0.92M ).

Verified · NPPES (CMS)refreshed May 7, 2026

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General Dentists in South DakotaRoutine care, cleanings, fillings, and exams.
Pediatric Dentists in South DakotaSpecialized care for infants, children, and teens.
Oral & 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 Healths in South DakotaCommunity dental health and policy practitioners.
Oral & Maxillofacial Pathologists in South DakotaDiagnoses oral diseases from biopsy and imaging.
Dentist (Other)s in South DakotaDentists with general or unspecified focus.

Frequently asked

Orthodontists in South Dakota: questions

How are these orthodontists 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, 0 are Medicare-enrolled and 0 practice in a dental shortage area. We do not accept payment for placement.
Do orthodontists 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 orthodontist'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 orthodontist instead of a general dentist?
Crowded, gapped, or rotated teeth in adults or children; Significant overbite, underbite, or open bite; Bite problems that cause jaw pain or wear teeth unevenly.