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Top 10 Dental Implants in Des Moines Iowa

Compare Des Moines-area clinics on reviews, service fit, insurance, and booking convenience.

Reviewed July 30, 20269 clinicsDr Maqsud Mallick, BDSHow we rank
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Quick Answer

Which clinic looks strongest at a glance?

We prioritize local relevance, review strength, service breadth, access, price clarity, and patient experience signals.

At A Glance

  • Iowa Dental Group is the strongest overall starting point in Des Moines if you want a dependable option for general dentistry.
  • Downtown Dental Care Des Moines has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.
  • Ingersoll Dental Group is one of the clearest places to start if insurance fit matters before you book.

Best overall

Iowa Dental Group

Best for Dental Implants.

Tradeoff: Weekend availability is not highlighted

Highest review signal

Downtown Dental Care Des Moines

The deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page across available portals.

Useful when social proof matters more than pure proximity.

Insurance-friendly

Ingersoll Dental Group

A clearer place to start if insurance fit matters before you book.

Useful when coverage clarity matters more than overall ranking.

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9 listings on this page

42.5Iowa Dental Group39.7Downtown Dental Care Des Moines39.7Ingersoll Dental Group39.7Waveland Family Dental39.7Des Moines Family Dentistry39.7Fleur Dentistry39.7Douglas Dental39.7Dentistry on 5th39.7Ingersoll Family Dentistry

Quick Summary

9 clinics scored on this page

42.5

Tap any clinic below to jump to its card and compare ratings at a glance.

Smyleee Ratings are editorial signals based on reviews, quality of care, and patient feedback. Close scores should be treated as broadly comparable.

Dental Implants Costs in Des Moines, Iowa (2026)

Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan

ProcedureTypical Cost
Implant consultation + 3D CBCT scan$150 – $500
Single dental implant (post + abutment + crown)$3,000 – $6,500
Bone grafting (socket preservation)$500 – $3,000
Sinus lift (lateral)$1,500 – $5,000
Implant-supported bridge (3-unit)$8,000 – $11,000
Snap-in overdenture (2 implants, lower)$8,000 – $16,000
All-on-4 / full-arch fixed bridge (per arch)$14,000 – $36,000
IV sedation (per hour)$500 – $1,000
Simple extraction (prior to implant)$150 – $350
Temporary crown / healing abutment$300 – $500

Prices sourced from aspendental.com, thedentalexpress.com, clearchoice.com, fairvisithealth.com, goodrx.com, iowaoralsurgery.com (West Des Moines), and kristalclinic.com. Ranges reflect Des Moines, Iowa pricing as of 2026 in USD. Most dental insurance plans offer limited implant coverage; financing options (CareCredit, in-house payment plans) are widely available. Individual treatment costs vary based on case complexity, materials chosen, and provider. Always request an itemized written estimate before proceeding.

Prices verified Jul 30, 2026

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Best overall

Iowa Dental Group

Smyleee 42.5

A strong all-around pick if you want a reliable local choice for general dentistry.

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Highest review volume

Downtown Dental Care Des Moines

0 reviews

Useful if you want the option with the deepest visible review signal before narrowing further.

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Insurance-friendly

Ingersoll Dental Group

Insurance accepted

A better place to start if your first question is whether coverage fit is documented clearly enough to reduce booking friction.

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Top Clinics in Des Moines Proper

Only clinics physically located in Des Moines appear in this primary ranking.

1

Iowa Dental Group

6.7 km from Des Moines Downtown
43Smyleee

1233 63rd St, Des Moines, Iowa

Documented for general dentistry in Des Moines, with dental implants on the service list and 6 procedures on file.

More about dental implants at this clinic

For teeth that are missing, the practice provides dental implants, a long-lasting way to replace a tooth that restores both function and appearance.

Services:Dental ImplantsCosmetic DentistryEmergency DentistryGeneral Dentistry+2 more
Offers Dental Implants
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Why this ranks
Best forDental Implants
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Dental Implants.
Stands outOffers Dental Implants
ProofDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published6 services listed
TradeoffNo independent Google reviews yet — rating weight is lower
VerifiedClinic data last verified Apr 3, 2026
2

Downtown Dental Care Des Moines

0 m from Des Moines Downtown
40Smyleee

405 6th Ave, Ste 114, Des Moines, Iowa

General Dentistry focus in Des Moines, with dental implants listed among 6 documented services.

More about dental implants at this clinic

For teeth that are missing, the practice provides dental implants, a stable, long-lasting way to replace a tooth that restores both function and appearance.

Services:Dental ImplantsCosmetic DentistryEmergency DentistryGeneral Dentistry+2 more
Offers Dental Implants
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Why this ranks
Best forDental Implants
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Dental Implants.
Stands outOffers Dental Implants
ProofDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published6 services listed
TradeoffNo independent Google reviews yet — rating weight is lower
VerifiedClinic data last verified Apr 3, 2026
3

Ingersoll Dental Group

3.7 km from Des Moines Downtown
40Smyleee

3830 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines clinic with a general dentistry specialty — Dental Implants is on file among 6 procedures.

More about dental implants at this clinic

For teeth that are missing, the practice provides dental implants, a long-lasting way to replace a tooth that restores both function and appearance.

Services:Dental ImplantsCosmetic DentistryEmergency DentistryGeneral Dentistry+2 more
Offers Dental Implants
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Why this ranks
Best forDental Implants
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Dental Implants.
Stands outOffers Dental Implants
ProofDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published6 services listed
TradeoffNo independent Google reviews yet — rating weight is lower
VerifiedClinic data last verified Apr 3, 2026
4

Waveland Family Dental

4.5 km from Des Moines Downtown
40Smyleee

4232 University Ave, Des Moines, Iowa

General Dentistry is the documented focus in Des Moines; Dental Implants sits within 8 services on profile.

More about dental implants at this clinic

For teeth that are missing, the practice provides dental implants, a long-lasting way to replace a tooth that restores both function and appearance.

Services:Dental ImplantsCosmetic DentistryEmergency DentistryFamily Dental Care+4 more
Offers Dental Implants
View profileCallWebsite
Why this ranks
Best forDental Implants
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Dental Implants.
Stands outOffers Dental Implants
ProofDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published8 services listed
TradeoffNo independent Google reviews yet — rating weight is lower
VerifiedClinic data last verified Apr 3, 2026
5

Des Moines Family Dentistry

0 m from Des Moines Downtown
40Smyleee

2301 Ingersoll Ave, Ste 102, Des Moines, Iowa

Profile in Des Moines flags general dentistry; lists Dental Implants alongside 7 other documented services.

More about dental implants at this clinic

For teeth that are missing, the practice provides dental implants, a stable, long-lasting way to replace a tooth that restores both function and appearance.

Services:Dental ImplantsCosmetic DentistryEmergency DentistryFamily Dental Care+4 more
Offers Dental Implants
View profileCallWebsite
Why this ranks
Best forDental Implants
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Dental Implants.
Stands outOffers Dental Implants
ProofDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published8 services listed
TradeoffNo independent Google reviews yet — rating weight is lower
VerifiedClinic data last verified Apr 3, 2026
6

Fleur Dentistry

5.1 km from Des Moines Downtown
40Smyleee

4551 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines practice known for general dentistry, with Dental Implants among 6 documented procedures.

More about dental implants at this clinic

For teeth that are missing, the practice provides dental implants, a long-lasting way to replace a tooth that restores both function and appearance.

Services:Dental ImplantsCosmetic DentistryEmergency DentistryGeneral Dentistry+2 more
Offers Dental Implants
View profileCallWebsite
Why this ranks
Best forDental Implants
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Dental Implants.
Stands outOffers Dental Implants
ProofDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published6 services listed
TradeoffNo independent Google reviews yet — rating weight is lower
VerifiedClinic data last verified Apr 3, 2026
7

Douglas Dental

8.0 km from Des Moines Downtown
40Smyleee

6128 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, Iowa

Documented for general dentistry in Des Moines, with dental implants on the service list and 6 procedures on file.

More about dental implants at this clinic

For teeth that are missing, the practice provides dental implants, a stable, long-lasting way to replace a tooth that restores both function and appearance.

Services:Dental ImplantsCosmetic DentistryEmergency DentistryGeneral Dentistry+2 more
Offers Dental Implants
View profileCallWebsite
Why this ranks
Best forDental Implants
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Dental Implants.
Stands outOffers Dental Implants
ProofDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published6 services listed
TradeoffNo independent Google reviews yet — rating weight is lower
VerifiedClinic data last verified Apr 3, 2026
8

Dentistry on 5th

202 m from Des Moines Downtown
40Smyleee

505 5th Ave #939, Des Moines, Iowa

General Dentistry focus in Des Moines, with dental implants listed among 6 documented services.

More about dental implants at this clinic

For teeth that are missing, the practice provides dental implants, a long-lasting way to replace a tooth that restores both function and appearance.

Services:Dental ImplantsCosmetic DentistryEmergency DentistryGeneral Dentistry+2 more
Offers Dental Implants
View profileCallWebsite
Why this ranks
Best forDental Implants
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Dental Implants.
Stands outOffers Dental Implants
ProofDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published6 services listed
TradeoffNo independent Google reviews yet — rating weight is lower
VerifiedClinic data last verified Apr 3, 2026
9

Ingersoll Family Dentistry

2.5 km from Des Moines Downtown
40Smyleee

2800 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines clinic with a general dentistry specialty — Dental Implants is on file among 8 procedures.

More about dental implants at this clinic

For teeth that are missing, the practice provides dental implants, a long-lasting way to replace a tooth that restores both function and appearance.

Services:Dental ImplantsCosmetic DentistryEmergency DentistryFamily Dental Care+4 more
Offers Dental Implants
View profileCallWebsite
Why this ranks
Best forDental Implants
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Dental Implants.
Stands outOffers Dental Implants
ProofDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published8 services listed
TradeoffNo independent Google reviews yet — rating weight is lower
VerifiedClinic data last verified Apr 3, 2026

Side-by-Side Comparison

Hard signals for every dental implants provider on this list — no opinions, just verifiable data.

#ClinicSmyleeeGoogleWkndIns.Fin.Offers
Dental Implants
1Iowa Dental Group43——✓—✓
2Downtown Dental Care Des Moines40——✓—✓
3Ingersoll Dental Group40——✓—✓
4Waveland Family Dental40——✓—✓
5Des Moines Family Dentistry40——✓—✓
6Fleur Dentistry40——✓—✓
7Douglas Dental40——✓—✓
8Dentistry on 5th40——✓—✓
9Ingersoll Family Dentistry40——✓—✓

Smyleee Rating bands: 90+ Outstanding · 84–89 Excellent · 71–83 Very Good · 61–70 Good · below 61 Rated.

How to Choose a Dentist in Des Moines

Use the ranking as a starting point, then narrow the shortlist based on the kind of care you actually need.

If you want routine or family care

Prioritize review consistency, insurance friendliness, practical hours, and a broad general-dentistry service mix over marketing language alone.

If urgency matters

Confirm same-day capacity, after-hours guidance, and whether the clinic handles urgent restorative work in-house or refers out.

If affordability matters most

Compare financing signals, insurance notes, and the local cost guide. A higher-ranked clinic is not automatically the best value for your specific treatment.

Questions to ask before booking

  • Do you accept my insurance or offer payment plans?
  • Are you taking new patients right now?
  • Do you handle my treatment in-house?
  • What is the total expected cost before treatment starts?
EditorialUpdated July 30, 2026Independently reviewed

Des Moines has no shortage of dental providers — a quick search pulls up hundreds. The challenge isn't finding one, it's figuring out which ones actually deliver. We spent time reviewing patient outcomes, checking credentials, comparing pricing, and analyzing feedback from patients who've had dental implants work done across the Des Moines metro area.

This is the short list. Ten providers in Des Moines, Iowa that consistently showed up in the data — not because they paid to be here, but because their patients keep coming back and referring others. If you're weighing options for dental implants in Des Moines, start here.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud Mallick — BDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

In Des Moines, a single dental implant typically costs $3,000 – $6,500, based on Smyleee's July 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.
A simple extraction (prior to implant) in Des Moines typically ranges $150 – $350 (July 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A bone grafting (socket preservation) in Des Moines typically ranges $500 – $3,000 (July 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A sinus lift (lateral) in Des Moines typically ranges $1,500 – $5,000 (July 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks Des Moines dental implants clinics on a weighted score: verified patient reviews (30%), clinical credentials and expertise (20%), technology and equipment (15%), accessibility (15%), pricing transparency (10%), and patient experience (10%). The list is recomputed from current data and independently reviewed by Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS.
The ranking is recalculated on a rolling basis from current review and profile data and was last reviewed in July 2026. Clinics can move up or down as their underlying data changes.
Prioritise verified credentials and relevant training, modern equipment and sterilisation standards, a strong and recent review history, transparent pricing, and clear communication about treatment options. Confirm the clinic is taking new patients and offers dental implants before booking.
Many clinics in Des Moines accept major dental insurance and offer financing such as in-house payment plans or third-party options like CareCredit for larger treatments. Coverage and financing vary by practice — confirm your plan is accepted and ask about phased or monthly payment options before treatment begins.

How We Vet Each Clinic

Every clinic on this list passes our verification process

  • License & standing verified — active Iowa dental license confirmed with no disciplinary actions.
  • Patient review volume checked — minimum verified patient reviews across Google with a strong average rating.
  • Local presence confirmed — verified physical practice in the Des Moines metro area with established patient base.
  • Technology & equipment assessed — modern dental technology and sterilization standards evaluated.
  • Transparent pricing reviewed — clear communication of costs, financing options, and insurance acceptance.

How We Scored the Best Clinics

Our transparent ranking methodology

Verified patient reviews & outcomes30%
Dental Implants expertise & credentials20%
Technology investment & modern equipment15%
Accessibility (hours, location, scheduling ease)15%
Transparent pricing & financing options10%
Patient experience & comfort measures10%

How This Page Was Reviewed

We want this page to help users choose confidently, not just scroll a list.

Editorial checks

  • Locality and city fit
  • Review strength and rating consistency
  • Services, hours, insurance, and profile completeness
  • Paid placements kept separate from organic rankings

Transparency

  • Content updated: July 30, 2026
  • Ranking last recomputed: Not shown
  • Medical reviewer: Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS
  • Clinic verification dates reflect the latest synced or modified profile timestamp
  • Organic rankings are algorithmic, sponsored rows are labeled
  • Clinics can move up or down when underlying data changes

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