Eau Claire, WI Dentists | 64 Ranked

How can I keep dental bills down in Eau Claire?

To lower dental bills in Eau Claire, compare the full cost of your exam, cleaning and tooth repair among 64 local dentists, then check insurance or a self-pay plan against that price. BadgerCare Plus includes dental care for eligible adults and children, so coverage can change what you owe. Clairemont Avenue, Stein Boulevard and Golf Road have offices to consider when repeat visits add travel costs. A membership's included visits and its fees for extra work matter more than a small monthly payment alone.

Dentists in Eau Claire

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The Eau Claire dental market, by the numbers

How Eau Claire’s 64 dental offices compare.

Dental.me Score distribution

How Eau Claire’s rated offices spread across score tiers.

Elite 96+13
Excellent6
Great5
Strong6
Good & below1

Rating vs. Wisconsin

Average Google rating across rated Eau Claire offices.

4.76
Eau Claire average4.76 ★
Wisconsin average4.62 ★
Rated 4.9–5.015 offices
Elite (96+) offices13

Eau Claire dental leaders

Compare the highest scores and the most Google reviews.

Highest Dental.me Score

Top of the independent, non-paid ranking.

  1. Sean Tarpenning
    Score 98 · 4.9 ★ · 1,882 reviews
  2. Clearwater Dental EC
    Score 98 · 4.9 ★ · 607 reviews
  3. Dr Tom Statz DDS SC
    Score 97 · 5.0 ★ · 384 reviews
  4. Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire
    Score 97 · 4.9 ★ · 545 reviews
  5. Joseph Bartlett
    Score 97 · 4.9 ★ · 415 reviews

Most reviewed offices

Largest Google review counts in Eau Claire.

  1. Sean Tarpenning
    1,882 reviews · 4.9 ★
  2. Kristo LTD
    915 reviews · 4.8 ★
  3. Tran Dental-Wi, LLC
    725 reviews · 4.2 ★
  4. Clearwater Dental EC
    607 reviews · 4.9 ★

Dental groups in Eau Claire

2 local offices are listed under the dental group names below.

Affordable Dentures & Implants in Eau Claire: Affordable Dentures - Eau Claire, S.C..

Aspen Dental in Eau Claire: Tran Dental-Wi, LLC.

Compare each Eau Claire office's address, phone, website, rating and reviews.

Dental specialties in Eau Claire

The largest supported local categories include Teeth Whitening (15), Cosmetic Dentists (13), Pediatric Dentists (13), Dental Implants (8).

Dental.me guides for Eau Claire

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Comparing Eau Claire dentists

Rated Eau Claire offices average 4.76 stars across 8,341 combined Google reviews, compared with 4.62 statewide. 15 local offices are rated 4.9 to 5.0, while 13 currently hold a Dental.me Score of 96 or higher.

Current score leaders: Sean Tarpenning (Score 98, 4.9 stars, 1,882 reviews); Clearwater Dental EC (Score 98, 4.9 stars, 607 reviews); Dr Tom Statz DDS SC (Score 97, 5.0 stars, 384 reviews). The most Google reviews are for Sean Tarpenning, with 1,882 reviews at 4.9 stars.

The 2 ZIP codes with the most listed offices have 64 dental offices: 54701 (54), 54703 (10).

Lower-cost Eau Claire dentistry, from Clairemont to Southtowne

Clairemont Avenue and Stein Boulevard have several dental offices, with more choices along Golf Road. Southtowne Drive and Talmadge Road add other Eau Claire office locations. Where each part of your treatment takes place can change the cost of getting to return visits.

Student cleanings for $40 or $50 on West Clairemont

CVTC posts student cleaning fees of $40 through age 12 and $50 from age 13. Staff hygienist appointments are around $100 for a routine cleaning. Student visits can last several hours and need return appointments. The clinic lists fillings, dentures, root canals and extractions for low-income and Wisconsin Medicaid patients.

  • Chippewa Valley Technical College Dental Clinic: Health Education Center, 615 West Clairemont Avenue; 715-833-6271. Parking is in lot P2.

CVTC also provides free qualified interpreters and communication aids, including sign-language help. Tell the receptionist when you need language support for a visit.

Who can use the free dental clinic on Oak Ridge Drive?

Chippewa Valley Free Clinic requires a medical visit and confirmed income eligibility before a dental appointment. Patients must live in Eau Claire County or an immediately adjoining county. It excludes people with BadgerCare or Medicare. Dental services include cleanings, fillings, extractions and minor oral surgery.

  • 1030 Oak Ridge Drive; 715-839-8477.

The clinic identifies the West Clairemont Route 7 bus as its most direct transit option. Its dental sessions run on Tuesday evenings and during the day on Thursdays.

Income-based dental fees at NorthLakes Oak Ridge

NorthLakes Oak Ridge accepts BadgerCare and private insurance and offers income-based fees. Household size and income shape the discount, including for insured patients. The application needs income documents, such as recent pay stubs or a tax return.

  • 2119 Heights Drive; 715-861-7901.

NorthLakes also provides pediatric dental care, including sealants, fillings and crowns for children. Across Eau Claire, 13 offices list children's dentistry. That helps families compare a child's treatment needs with the office's services.

Clear Card fees for adults, children and gum care

Clearwater Dental's 12-month Clear Card costs $407 for an adult and $468 for a child, paid upfront. It includes 2 exams, bitewing X-rays and the plan's cleanings, with 15% off other services. Gum-care options cost $534 for 2 cleanings or $705 for 3. Other discounts and insurance benefits can't be added to the Clear Card prices.

  • 4237 Southtowne Drive; 715-514-5300.

What $525 means for a denture on Keystone Crossing

Affordable Dentures & Implants lists an Economy denture from $525 for one upper or lower arch. For a single arch on Keystone Crossing, the next choices are EconomyPlus at $925 and Premium at $1,300. These are minimum fees; the exam and needed treatment set the final cost. The Eau Claire office helps with insurance reimbursement claims but doesn't directly participate in insurance plans.

  • 4850 Keystone Crossing; 715-855-1020.

For other replacement choices, 8 Eau Claire offices list dental implants. For an implant quote, surgery and the new teeth each need a price, so compare more than the removable denture fee.

Tooth pain and payment on Talmadge Road

Valley Edge Dental treats urgent tooth pain, dental injuries and bleeding. Its team can discuss the visit you need and the fee before treatment. The urgent dental care options include different kinds of tooth repair.

  • 3838 Talmadge Road; 715-955-4401.

For a severe injury or breathing emergency, call 911. Mayo Clinic Health System's Eau Claire medical ER is at 1221 Whipple Street. Its emergency department operates around the clock.

Help with dental fear on Commerce Valley Road

Hebert Dental offers oral sedation and nitrous oxide for anxious patients. The oral option uses a prescribed pill about an hour before care. Nitrous oxide is breathed through a nose mask. The dentist can discuss which choice fits your health and planned treatment.

  • 4710 Commerce Valley Road; 715-835-0606.

Eau Claire questions about dental costs and coverage

How much is a student dental cleaning at CVTC in Eau Claire?

CVTC's posted student cleaning fee is $40 for children through age 12 and $50 for patients age 13 and older. A routine staff hygienist appointment is around $100. Learning appointments can take several hours, and some care requires return visits. The clinic serves the public for cleaning and offers further treatment to eligible patients.

Can I use Eau Claire's free dental clinic if I have Medicare?

Chippewa Valley Free Clinic excludes people who have Medicare or BadgerCare from its dental program. Eligible patients must live in Eau Claire County or an immediately adjoining county. Before dental booking, they complete the new-patient process, confirm their income eligibility and see a medical provider. The clinic provides dental care without a treatment charge.

How does an Eau Claire adult use BadgerCare for dental care?

Eau Claire adults enrolled in BadgerCare Plus use a participating dentist for covered dental care. For MHS Health members, the handbook places dental services with ForwardHealth outside 6 southeastern counties. Eau Claire is outside that group. Your dentist can check your benefits and planned work with the current ForwardHealth card.

Can NorthLakes lower my Eau Claire dental bill if I have insurance?

NorthLakes allows insured patients, including those with BadgerCare, to apply for its sliding-fee program. Income and household size determine eligibility and the cost of a covered visit. The application uses income proof such as pay stubs or a tax return. Its Eau Claire Oak Ridge site provides general and pediatric dental care.

What are Clearwater's yearly dental membership fees for a family?

Clearwater Dental charges $407 for an adult Clear Card and $468 for a child. Each membership runs for 12 months, with payment upfront. The included care has 2 exams, bitewing X-rays and the plan's cleaning visits; child membership adds 2 fluoride treatments. Other dental work receives a 15% discount, without combining insurance.

Does the $525 Eau Claire denture price cover both upper and lower teeth?

The $525 starting fee at Affordable Dentures & Implants is for one Economy denture, either upper or lower. It is a minimum price for a single arch. Your final plan depends on the work needed after the exam. The office also lists EconomyPlus and Premium options with higher per-arch starting fees.

Where can I discuss a toothache bill without dental insurance in Eau Claire?

Valley Edge Dental handles tooth pain, dental injuries and bleeding at its Talmadge Road office. If you're paying yourself, the exam and repair need prices before you agree to treatment. Its child, adult and Premium membership options include visits and discounts on select work. The office supplies the membership fee and treatment estimate.

What can an Eau Claire dentist offer when dental fear delays treatment?

Hebert Dental describes 2 sedation choices: a prescribed pill for oral sedation and nitrous oxide through a nose mask. The oral medicine is taken about an hour before the visit. The dentist reviews which option fits the care you need. Bring up your health conditions and medicines during that discussion.

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Updated November 1, 2026