53 Results forGeneral Dentists near Jefferson City, MO
Learn more about General Dentists and how to choose the right one for you
Learn more about General Dentists
A general dentist, or simply dentist, specializes in primary dental care: the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions of the oral cavity (mouth, teeth and gums) and the maxillofacial area (head, neck, face and jaw). Dentists also maintain the function and appearance of these areas. The overall goal is to help people keep their teeth, mouth and gums healthy.
A dentist typically:
- Evaluates the patient's dental and medical history and performs an oral exam
- Teaches patients about dental conditions and diseases, good oral hygiene, and oral disease prevention
- Orders and interprets laboratory and imaging tests, such as X-rays and saliva tests, and prescribes medications including antibiotics and pain medications
- Diagnoses oral and maxillofacial diseases and conditions based on an evaluation of tests and exams
- Provides preventive oral and primary dental care including dental cleanings and fluoride treatments
- Treats various oral and maxillofacial diseases and conditions including tooth decay, gum disease, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder
- Works closely with other dental specialists and members of your healthcare team as needed to ensure optimal care
A general dentist may also be known by the following terms: dentist, primary dentist, tooth doctor, family dentist, Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), and Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD).
There are 53 specialists practicing Dentistry in Jefferson City, MO with an overall average rating of 4.3 stars. There are 2 hospitals near Jefferson City, MO with affiliated Dentistry specialists, including Capital Region Medical Center and SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Jefferson City.
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Dr. Joseph May, DDS
Specialty: Endodontics1115 SOUTHWEST BLVDJefferson City, MO 651091.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Tyler Slaughter, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry600 Monroe St Ste 300Jefferson City, MO 651010.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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- Explains conditions well
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Specialty: Endodontics1002 Diamond Rdg Ste 1500Jefferson City, MO 651093.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Brian Henningsen, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry1600 Southwest Blvd Ste BJefferson City, MO 651091.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Jason Dunville, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry3237 W Truman Blvd Ste 201Jefferson City, MO 651093.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Stephen Moorkamp, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry1511 Christy DrJefferson City, MO 651011.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Mary Gadbois, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry923 S Country Club DrJefferson City, MO 651095.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Ryan Smith, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry1511 Christy DrJefferson City, MO 651011.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Jordan Immel, DMD
Specialty: Dentistry1511 Christy DrJefferson City, MO 651011.4 miles awayDr. Patrick Trauernicht, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry408 Dix RdJefferson City, MO 651091.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Corbin Marchack, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry408 Dix RdJefferson City, MO 651091.4 miles awayDr. Joseph Ganz, DMD
Specialty: Dentistry408 Dix RdJefferson City, MO 651091.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. John Whipple Jr, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry1400 Southwest Blvd # AJefferson City, MO 651091.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Low wait times
Dr. Harry Richter, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry1810 Southwest BlvdJefferson City, MO 651091.9 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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- Low wait times
Dr. Dustin Wilson, DDS
Specialty: Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics748 W Stadium Blvd # 102Jefferson City, MO 651092.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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- Low wait times
Dr. Bart Carney, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry207 Metro DrJefferson City, MO 651092.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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- Explains conditions well
Dr. Ivan Larsen, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry1002 Diamond Rdg Ste 1500Jefferson City, MO 651093.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Elana York-De Hoyos, DMD
Specialty: Dentistry994 Diamond Rdg Ste 200Jefferson City, MO 651093.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Mollie Lindquist, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry994 Diamond Rdg Ste 200Jefferson City, MO 651093.3 miles awayDr. Tim Rieke, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry1312 Southwest Blvd Ste 102Jefferson City, MO 651091.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Thomas Orme, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry1400 Southwest Blvd # AJefferson City, MO 651091.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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- Explains conditions well
Dr. Brian Link, DMD
Specialty: Dentistry3306 Emerald LnJefferson City, MO 651093.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Justin Johnson, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry3551 Amazonas DrJefferson City, MO 651094.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Daniel Teubner, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry1801 STADIUM BLVDJefferson City, MO 651091.4 miles awayDr. Virginia Dooley, DMD
Specialty: Dentistry1511 Christy DrJefferson City, MO 651011.4 miles awayDr. Matthew Gassen, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry945 Wildwood DrJefferson City, MO 651093.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Nelson Henry, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry3306 Emerald LnJefferson City, MO 651093.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Jacky Standlee, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry3121 Emerald Ln Ste 900Jefferson City, MO 651093.2 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Low wait times
Dr. Senthil Arun, DMD
Specialty: Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics2701 W Edgewood Dr Ste 103Jefferson City, MO 651092.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Nathalie Tungesvik, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry994 Diamond Rdg Ste 200Jefferson City, MO 651093.3 miles awayDr. Kenneth Rowan Sr, DDS
Specialty: Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics1312 Southwest Blvd Ste 101Jefferson City, MO 651091.5 miles awayDr. Jeffrey Gaffney, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry2226 Missouri BlvdJefferson City, MO 651091.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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- Low wait times
Dr. Kristopher Nolph, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry1002 Diamond Rdg Ste 1100Jefferson City, MO 651093.3 miles awayDr. Lap Nguyen, DMD
Specialty: Dentistry2226 Missouri BlvdJefferson City, MO 651091.8 miles awayDr. Brett Parrott, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry2226 Missouri BlvdJefferson City, MO 651091.8 miles awayDr. Wesley Christiansen, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry600 Monroe St Ste 300Jefferson City, MO 651010.4 miles awayDr. Lawrence Davis, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry915 Southwest Blvd Ste DJefferson City, MO 651091.2 miles awayDr. Molly Tegerdine, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry1511 Christy DrJefferson City, MO 651011.4 miles awayDr. Bethany Rippy, DMD
Specialty: Dentistry1511 Christy DrJefferson City, MO 651011.4 miles awayDr. Taylor Christiansen, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry1511 Christy DrJefferson City, MO 651011.4 miles awayDr. Mary Elliott, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry1511 Christy DrJefferson City, MO 651011.4 miles awayDr. Monica McKary, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry1511 Christy DrJefferson City, MO 651011.4 miles awayDr. Roger Nail, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry917 Leslie Blvd Ste CJefferson City, MO 651011.4 miles awayDr. Nicole White, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry408 Dix RdJefferson City, MO 651091.4 miles awayDr. Michael Link, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry408 Dix RdJefferson City, MO 651091.4 miles awayDr. Brianna Buchheit, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry2226 Missouri BlvdJefferson City, MO 651091.8 miles awayDr. Bhavik Patel, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry2226 Missouri BlvdJefferson City, MO 651091.8 miles awayDr. Paul Cardon, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry757 W Stadium Blvd Ste BJefferson City, MO 651092.0 miles awayDr. William Ambrose, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry207 Metro DrJefferson City, MO 651092.7 miles awayDr. Venkata Reddy Guvva, DDS
Specialty: Prosthodontics3306 Emerald Ln Uppr LevelJefferson City, MO 651093.5 miles awayDr. Michael Thompson, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry3551 Amazonas DrJefferson City, MO 651094.1 miles awayDr. Ernest Jackson, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry3702 W Truman Blvd Ste 100Jefferson City, MO 651094.2 miles awayDr. Walter Henderson Jr, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry320 S Summit DrHolts Summit, MO 650435.8 miles away