Sterling, IL Dentists
Dental.me currently ranks 18 dental offices in Sterling, IL (Whiteside County). 9 have Google rating data across 2,029 reviews, averaging 4.20 stars. Current score leaders include Wainwright Orthodontics and Dental Care of Sterling.. Featured placements remain separate from organic rank.
Last updated Sep 27, 2026 · How we rank →
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Dentists in Sterling
Showing 1–15 of 18 · page 1 of 2Featured placements are labeled and shown separately. They do not affect the Dental.me Score or the organic ranking below.
The Sterling dental market, by the numbers
A live read on how Sterling’s 18 offices compare — unique to this city, drawn from the same data behind every practice profile.
Dental.me Score distribution
How Sterling’s rated offices spread across score tiers.
Rating vs. Illinois
Average Google rating across rated Sterling offices.
Sterling dental leaders
Two independent cuts of the same data — highest scored, and most reviewed.
Highest Dental.me Score
Top of the independent, non-paid ranking.
- Wainwright OrthodonticsScore 95 · 4.8 ★ · 117 reviews
- Dental Care of Sterling.Score 94 · 4.9 ★ · 54 reviews
- True SmilesScore 94 · 4.7 ★ · 744 reviews
- Shaik SheezanScore 94 · 4.7 ★ · 191 reviews
- Lincolnway DentalScore 94 · 4.7 ★ · 155 reviews
Most reviewed offices
Largest Google review counts in Sterling.
- Uttamkumar Patel752 reviews · 4.3 ★
- True Smiles744 reviews · 4.7 ★
- Shaik Sheezan191 reviews · 4.7 ★
- Lincolnway Dental155 reviews · 4.7 ★
- Wainwright Orthodontics117 reviews · 4.8 ★
Dental group profile matches in Sterling
1 local profiles match the recognizable group names below. These are independent directory matches, not claims of affiliation.
Aspen Dental in Sterling: Uttamkumar Patel.
Open each linked Sterling profile to verify its address, phone, website, rating, review count, and current practice details.
Dental.me guides for Sterling
Use these Dental.me guides and comparison hubs with the Sterling directory to compare dentists, specialties, Dental.me Score, review signals, costs, insurance questions, and questions to ask before booking.
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Nearby cities
Nearby cities with dentists, by distance from Sterling.
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Common questions about dentists in Sterling
Who are the highest-rated dentists in Sterling, IL?
By Dental.me Score, the top-rated Sterling dentists are Wainwright Orthodontics (Dental.me Score 95, 4.8 stars, 117 reviews); Dental Care of Sterling. (Dental.me Score 94, 4.9 stars, 54 reviews); True Smiles (Dental.me Score 94, 4.7 stars, 744 reviews). Across the city, 2 offices are rated 4.9 to 5.0. The ranked list above updates as new review data comes in.
Are dentists in Sterling, IL good?
Sterling's rated dental offices average 4.20 stars on Google - compared with a 4.61 Illinois average, and 2 are rated 4.9 to 5.0. The Dental.me Score ranks them by star-rating strength and review volume so you can compare the strongest offices first.
What dental categories are common in Sterling, IL?
Common Dental.me categories connected to Sterling profiles include General Dentistry, Dental Implants, Emergency Dentists, Pediatric Dentists, Cosmetic Dentists. Category data helps organize local options and gives patients a faster way to compare offices by the type of care they are researching.
Which dental group profile matches are in Sterling, IL?
Dental.me data connects Sterling profiles matching recognizable dental group names including Aspen Dental (1). These are independent Dental.me directory matches; open the local profile to compare address, phone, website, ratings, hours where available, and correction options.
How many dentists are in Sterling, IL?
Dental.me organizes 18 dental practice profiles in Sterling, IL. 6 have at least one dentist named in Dental.me data. Each profile can be claimed or corrected to add detail.
How many Sterling dentists have Google/Maps data, websites, or ratings?
In Sterling, 12 practices have Google/Maps enrichment, 7 list a website, and 9 show a star rating. Dental.me uses those signals to make local comparison faster and more useful.
How does Dental.me rank Sterling dentists?
Organic results use Dental.me Score, an independent score built from star-rating strength, review-count confidence caps, exact review-count tie-breakers, and a limited verification lift. Profile completeness can help break close ties after the score. Featured placements are paid, clearly labeled, and never change the organic order.
What the Sterling dental data shows
Of the 18 Sterling offices in this directory, 9 (50%) have Google rating data, 7 (39%) publish a website, 8 (44%) include hours, and 6 (33%) connect at least one dentist name. Google/Maps enrichment currently covers 12 profiles (67%).
Rated Sterling offices average 4.20 stars across 2,029 combined Google reviews, compared with 4.61 statewide. 2 local offices are rated 4.9 to 5.0, while 0 currently hold a Dental.me Score of 96 or higher.
Current score leaders: Wainwright Orthodontics (Score 95, 4.8 stars, 117 reviews); Dental Care of Sterling. (Score 94, 4.9 stars, 54 reviews); True Smiles (Score 94, 4.7 stars, 744 reviews). The city’s largest review sample belongs to Uttamkumar Patel, with 752 Google reviews at 4.3 stars.
The three ZIP codes with the most listed offices account for 18 practices (100% of the city directory): 61081 (18).
Data snapshot: Sep 27, 2026. Counts come from Dental.me’s organized provider, practice, location, website, and Google/Maps business-profile data. See our verification methodology.