Claimed on Google
Dr. Lints Orthodontics - Elk Rapids lists its address as 126 Ames St, Elk Rapids, MI 49629. Its Google category is "Orthodontist". After we adjust for review count, its 4.9 stars count as 4.82.
Elk Rapids, Antrim County, Michigan
Dentists in Elk Rapids, MI (2026)
5 dentists with a Elk Rapids address, scored out of 100. Updated October 2026.
Who is the best dentist in Elk Rapids, MI?
As of October 2026, the highest-scoring dentist in Elk Rapids, MI on TownAnswer is Dr. Lints Orthodontics - Elk Rapids, with a score of 66 out of 100 (4.9 stars from 35 Google reviews). Next are All Smiles Family Dentistry, Scott R. Perron, DDS (55) and Elk Rapids Family & Cosmetic Dentistry (54). We scored 4 dentists with a Elk Rapids address and list 1 more with no Google rating yet.
This page has fewer than three scored businesses, so we keep it out of search results until it has more. The nearest city pages are listed below.
Elk Rapids at a glance
Our October 2026 pull of Google Maps found 5 dentists with a Elk Rapids mailing address. 3 list a website, 3 have claimed their Google listing and 0 take online bookings.
None belongs to a business with three or more Michigan locations in our data.
Every business is scored by the same rules. A business cannot pay for a higher place.
The most-reviewed dentist in Elk Rapids is Dr. Lints Orthodontics - Elk Rapids with 35 Google reviews. The median rating among scored listings is 4.9 stars.
What to ask before you hire
- Does the office take your dental insurance, or post its prices?
- How soon can a new patient be seen?
- Will you get a written treatment plan and cost before any work?
- Do they see emergencies the same day?
- Check the dentist on LARA Verify a License.
Dentists in Elk Rapids, ranked
Highest score first. Tap a name for its website, or Score details for the full breakdown.
The 100-point TownAnswer score. Every dentist here is checked on the same 5 parts: reputation (26 points), review volume (18), focus (14), profile (22) and verified owner (20). Nobody pays to rank. How we rank
Claimed on Google
All Smiles Family Dentistry, Scott R. Perron, DDS is at 103 Brand, Elk Rapids, MI 49629. Its Google category is "Dentist", with Cosmetic dentist, Dental clinic, Denture care center as extra categories. After we adjust for review count, its 5.0 stars count as 4.70.
Claimed on Google
Elk Rapids Family & Cosmetic Dentistry lists its address as 102 Bridge St, Elk Rapids, MI 49629. That is 0.4 miles west of the Elk Rapids city center. Its Google category is "Dentist". Its 4.5 stars rest on 8 reviews, which our method reads as 4.58 after the review-count adjustment.
04
Thomas S. Rudzinski DDS
★ 3.0 2 Google reviews
37scoreC-
You will find Thomas S. Rudzinski DDS at 140 River St, Elk Rapids, MI 49629. That is 0.4 miles west of the Elk Rapids city center. Google files it under "Dentist". After we adjust for review count, its 3.0 stars count as 4.43. The owner has not claimed the Google listing.
Not scored yet
These businesses have a Elk Rapids address but no Google rating, so they carry no score.
05
Hoadley Richard DDS
No Google rating yet
n/anot scored
You will find Hoadley Richard DDS at 106 Dexter St, Elk Rapids, MI 49629. That is 0.4 miles west of the Elk Rapids city center. Google files it under "Dentist". The owner has not claimed the Google listing.
Side by side
| # | Business | Score | Grade | Rating | Reviews | Street |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Lints Orthodontics - Elk Rapids | 66 | B- | 4.9 | 35 | 126 Ames St |
| 2 | All Smiles Family Dentistry, Scott R. Perron, DDS | 55 | C | 5.0 | 4 | 103 Brand |
| 3 | Elk Rapids Family & Cosmetic Dentistry | 54 | C | 4.5 | 8 | 102 Bridge St |
| 4 | Thomas S. Rudzinski DDS | 37 | C- | 3.0 | 2 | 140 River St |
About Elk Rapids
1,624residents
$70,938median household income
57.7median age
75.2%owner-occupied homes
$393,400median home value
898households
Elk Rapids has 1,624 residents (ACS 2024 5-year estimates for Elk Rapids village). The median age is 57.7, and the median household income is $70,938.
75.2 percent of homes are owner-occupied, and the median home value is $393,400. These figures describe the town. They do not show who uses any business on this page.
Our October 2026 data has 5 dentists with a Elk Rapids mailing address: 30.8 per 10,000 residents. A mailing city can differ from the city limits, so treat the ratio as a guide.
How to choose a dentist in Elk Rapids
Every Michigan dentist holds a licence from LARA. You can check a name and any public discipline on LARA Verify a License.
Ask whether the office is in network with your insurance. Out-of-network offices can still file the claim, but your share is often higher.
Before any large treatment, ask for a written plan with the cost of each step and what insurance is expected to pay.
Ask how the office handles emergencies after hours.
A general dentist can refer you to a specialist (orthodontist, endodontist, oral surgeon) when a case needs one.
Dentists near Elk Rapids
| City | Distance | Dentists | Top score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Williamsburg | 9.8 mi southwest | 1 | 67 |
| Bellaire | 11.1 mi northeast | 4 | 68 |
| Suttons Bay | 13.3 mi northwest | 4 | 72 |
| Traverse City | 13.8 mi southwest | 74 | 79 |
| Lake Leelanau | 16.3 mi west | 1 | 75 |
| Mancelona | 16.8 mi east | 5 | 61 |
| East Jordan | 22.1 mi northeast | 5 | 70 |
| Kingsley | 22.2 mi south | 1 | 74 |
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Questions
How many dentists are in Elk Rapids, MI?
Our October 2026 data lists 5 dentists with a Elk Rapids mailing address. 4 have a Google rating and are scored. A business can be missing, so treat the count as a floor.
Who is the top-rated dentist in Elk Rapids?
Dr. Lints Orthodontics - Elk Rapids has the highest TownAnswer score in Elk Rapids: 66 out of 100, from 4.9 stars and 35 Google reviews. Scores change when listings change.
How is the score worked out?
Reputation (26 points) is the Google rating adjusted for how many reviews it rests on. Review volume adds up to 18, how closely the business matches the trade up to 14, profile facts such as website, phone, hours, photos and a claimed listing up to 22, and a profile the owner verified with TownAnswer adds 20.
Can a business pay to rank higher?
No. Every business is scored by the same rules, and no payment changes a score or a place on a list.
Which dentists near Elk Rapids are outside the city?
Nearby city pages: Williamsburg (9.8 miles), Bellaire (11.1 miles), Suttons Bay (13.3 miles), Traverse City (13.8 miles).
What should I ask a dentist before I hire?
Does the office take your dental insurance, or post its prices? How soon can a new patient be seen? Will you get a written treatment plan and cost before any work?
Which county is Elk Rapids in?
Elk Rapids is in Antrim County. See every dentist in the county on the Antrim County page.
How often is this page updated?
We refresh the data from Google Maps and change the date on the page only when the data changes. This version uses data read in October 2026.
Sources
- Google Maps listings (ratings, review counts, categories, hours)
- American Community Survey 2024 5-year, Elk Rapids village
- LARA: verify a licence
- Michigan Dental Association
TownAnswer ranks local businesses by one published method. Businesses cannot pay to change their rank. Ratings and review counts come from Google Maps, read in October 2026. Details change, so confirm hours, prices and licences with each business. How we rank.