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Top 10 Tooth Decay Treatment in Salt Lake City Utah

Compare Salt Lake City-area clinics on reviews, service fit, insurance, and booking convenience.

Reviewed August 2, 2026Ranking recomputed August 1, 20268 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

  • Foothill Dental is the strongest overall starting point in Salt Lake City if you want a dependable option for cosmetic dentistry.
  • Salt Lake Dental has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.

Best overall

Foothill Dental

Best for Tooth Decay Treatment.

Tradeoff: Weekend availability is not highlighted

Highest review signal

Salt Lake Dental

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

Useful when social proof matters more than pure proximity.

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8 listings on this page

68.5Foothill Dental67.1Avenues Dentistry65.8Salt Lake Dental69.5David O. Smith DMD Family Dentistry69.0Ellis Family Dental61.7Bishop Family Dental64.4Larson Family Dental59.2Taylor Family Dental

Quick Summary

8 clinics scored on this page

68.5

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.

Tooth Decay Treatment Costs in Salt Lake City, Utah (2026)

Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan

ProcedureTypical Cost
Dental exam & decay assessment$75 – $200
Dental filling (composite)$150 – $400
Dental crown$800 – $2,500
Root canal treatment$700 – $1,500
Tooth extraction (if unsalvageable)$150 – $400
Fluoride varnish treatment$25 – $75
Silver diamine fluoride (SDF)$25 – $75 per tooth
Dental sealant (preventive)$30 – $60 per tooth

Price ranges reflect typical Salt Lake City, Utah pricing as of 2026. Actual costs vary by provider, complexity, and insurance coverage. Contact clinics directly for personalized quotes.

Prices verified Aug 2, 2026

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Best overall

Foothill Dental

Smyleee 68.5

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

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Highest review volume

Salt Lake Dental

1.3k reviews

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

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Another strong option

Avenues Dentistry

Smyleee 67.1

A solid alternative if the first two aren't the right fit — ranks highly on the same page.

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Top Clinics in Salt Lake City Proper

Only clinics physically located in Salt Lake City appear in this primary ranking.

1

Foothill Dental

4.8(780)·5.6 km from Salt Lake City Downtown
69Smyleee

1355, South Foothill Drive, East Bench, Salt Lake City, Utah

Open until 5 PM

Documented for cosmetic dentistry in Salt Lake City, with tooth decay treatment on the service list and 17 procedures on file.

More about tooth decay treatment at this clinic

Cosmetic work covers teeth whitening and similar fixes, but most visits here are about keeping a mouth functional, not just photogenic — treating decay before it spreads, catching gum problems early, addressing pain quickly.

Services:Tooth Decay TreatmentAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+13 more
Offers Tooth Decay Treatment4.8★ · 780 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forTooth Decay Treatment
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Tooth Decay Treatment and 4.8★ Google rating across 780 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Tooth Decay Treatment · 4.8★ · 780 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website17 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026
2

Avenues Dentistry

4.8(700)·2.1 km from Salt Lake City Downtown
67Smyleee

215, South 1000 East, East Central, Salt Lake City, Utah

Open until 3:30 PM

Cosmetic Dentistry focus in Salt Lake City, with tooth decay treatment listed among 13 documented services.

More about tooth decay treatment at this clinic

The service list covers everyday and urgent needs: dental cleanings and fillings for cavities, root canal treatment for a tooth whose inner pulp has become infected, and extractions when a tooth can't be saved.

Services:Tooth Decay TreatmentAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+9 more
Offers Tooth Decay Treatment4.8★ · 700 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forTooth Decay Treatment
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Tooth Decay Treatment and 4.8★ Google rating across 700 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Tooth Decay Treatment · 4.8★ · 700 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website13 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026
3

Salt Lake Dental

4.6(1.3k)·4.1 km from Salt Lake City Downtown
66Smyleee

STE I, 2120, South 700 East, Sugar House, Salt Lake City, Utah

Open until 5 PM

Salt Lake City clinic with a cosmetic dentistry specialty — Tooth Decay Treatment is on file among 17 procedures.

More about tooth decay treatment at this clinic

A cavity caught early might only need a filling, while one left longer can mean a crown to rebuild the tooth's structure, and this practice handles both under one roof.

Services:Tooth Decay TreatmentAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+13 more
Offers Tooth Decay Treatment4.6★ · 1.3k reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forTooth Decay Treatment
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Tooth Decay Treatment and 4.6★ Google rating across 1,333 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Tooth Decay Treatment · 4.6★ · 1.3k reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website17 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026
4

David O. Smith DMD Family Dentistry

5.0(300)·1.7 km from Salt Lake City Downtown
70Smyleee

204, 5, South 700 East, East Central, Salt Lake City, Utah

Open until 5 PM

Cosmetic Dentistry is the documented focus in Salt Lake City; Tooth Decay Treatment sits within 17 services on profile.

More about tooth decay treatment at this clinic

When decay goes past what a filling can fix, the practice moves to crowns (caps that rebuild a damaged tooth) or bridges (a fixed replacement anchored to the teeth beside a gap).

Services:Tooth Decay TreatmentAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+13 more
Offers Tooth Decay Treatment5.0★ · 300 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forTooth Decay Treatment
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Tooth Decay Treatment and 5.0★ Google rating across 300 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Tooth Decay Treatment · 5.0★ · 300 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website17 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026
5

Ellis Family Dental

5.0(253)·1.7 km from Salt Lake City Downtown
69Smyleee

b30, 5, South 700 East, East Central, Salt Lake City, Utah

Open until 5 PM

Profile in Salt Lake City flags cosmetic dentistry; lists Tooth Decay Treatment alongside 13 other documented services.

More about tooth decay treatment at this clinic

The service list covers most of what a family dentist handles day to day: cleanings and checkups, fillings for tooth decay, and extractions when a tooth is too damaged to save.

Services:Tooth Decay TreatmentAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+10 more
Offers Tooth Decay Treatment5.0★ · 253 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forTooth Decay Treatment
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Tooth Decay Treatment and 5.0★ Google rating across 253 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Tooth Decay Treatment · 5.0★ · 253 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website14 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026
6

Bishop Family Dental

4.5(331)·9.4 km from Salt Lake City Downtown
62Smyleee

Suite 102, 2120, East 3900 South, Salt Lake City, Utah

Open until 5 PM

Salt Lake City practice known for cosmetic dentistry, with Tooth Decay Treatment among 17 documented procedures.

More about tooth decay treatment at this clinic

Routine dental cleanings and fillings handle day-to-day maintenance and cavities, while root canal treatment addresses decay that has reached the nerve inside a tooth.

Services:Tooth Decay TreatmentAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+13 more
Offers Tooth Decay Treatment4.5★ · 331 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forTooth Decay Treatment
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Tooth Decay Treatment and 4.5★ Google rating across 331 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Tooth Decay Treatment · 4.5★ · 331 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website17 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026
7

Larson Family Dental

4.9(96)·2.1 km from Salt Lake City Downtown
64Smyleee

928, East 100 South, East Central, Salt Lake City, Utah

Open until 5 PM

Documented for cosmetic dentistry in Salt Lake City, with tooth decay treatment on the service list and 13 procedures on file.

More about tooth decay treatment at this clinic

Gum disease treatment and tooth decay treatment catch problems early, while extractions handle teeth beyond repair.

Services:Tooth Decay TreatmentAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+9 more
Offers Tooth Decay Treatment
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Why this ranks
Best forTooth Decay Treatment
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Tooth Decay Treatment and 96 verified Google reviews.
Stands outOffers Tooth Decay Treatment
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website13 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026
8

Taylor Family Dental

5.0(19)·2.7 km from Salt Lake City Downtown
59Smyleee

101, 1425, South 700 East, East Central, Salt Lake City, Utah

Open until 5 PM

Cosmetic Dentistry focus in Salt Lake City, with tooth decay treatment listed among 13 documented services.

More about tooth decay treatment at this clinic

Cleanings and fillings handle routine maintenance and early decay, while root canal treatment and extractions step in once a tooth is too damaged to save.

Services:Tooth Decay TreatmentAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+9 more
Offers Tooth Decay Treatment
View profileCallWebsite
Why this ranks
Best forTooth Decay Treatment
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Tooth Decay Treatment.
Stands outOffers Tooth Decay Treatment
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website13 services listed
TradeoffOnly 19 reviews — limited independent evidence
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026

Side-by-Side Comparison

Hard signals for every tooth decay treatment provider on this list — no opinions, just verifiable data.

#ClinicSmyleeeGoogleWkndIns.Fin.Offers
Tooth Decay Treatment
1Foothill Dental694.8★(780)———✓
2Avenues Dentistry674.8★(700)———✓
3Salt Lake Dental664.6★(1,333)✓——✓
4David O. Smith DMD Family Dentistry705.0★(300)———✓
5Ellis Family Dental695.0★(253)———✓
6Bishop Family Dental624.5★(331)———✓
7Larson Family Dental644.9★(96)———✓
8Taylor Family Dental595.0★(19)———✓

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

How to Choose a Dentist in Salt Lake City

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 August 2, 2026Independently reviewed

Salt Lake City 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 tooth decay treatment work done across the Salt Lake City metro area.

This is the short list. Ten providers in Salt Lake City, Utah 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 tooth decay treatment in Salt Lake City, start here.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud Mallick — BDS

Frequently Asked Questions

9 questions answered by our editorial team

In Salt Lake City, a dental exam & decay assessment typically costs $75 – $200, based on Smyleee's August 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.
A root canal treatment in Salt Lake City typically ranges $700 – $1,500 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A dental crown in Salt Lake City typically ranges $800 – $2,500 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A dental filling (composite) in Salt Lake City typically ranges $150 – $400 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A tooth extraction (if unsalvageable) in Salt Lake City typically ranges $150 – $400 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks Salt Lake City tooth decay treatment 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 August 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 tooth decay treatment before booking.
Many clinics in Salt Lake City 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 Utah 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 Salt Lake City 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%
Tooth Decay Treatment 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: August 2, 2026
  • Ranking last recomputed: August 1, 2026
  • 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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