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Rapid City Dental Clinic
Rapid City Dental Clinic provides orthodontic treatment in Rapid City, SD, with a 5.
2525 West Main Street 304, Rapid City, SD 57702
5.0(166 reviews)
About Rapid City Dental Clinic
Known for fitting in emergency and same-day visits, this practice often takes on patients transferring mid-treatment or passing through Rapid City.
Rapid City Dental Clinic is a general dental practice that also offers Invisalign and traditional braces alongside its broader dental services. Reviews highlight how often the office accommodates patients transferring mid-treatment, travelers needing urgent care, and families managing several kids' appointments at once. Dr. Vawter is frequently mentioned for explaining treatment options plainly and avoiding unnecessary work, and the team is noted for accommodating patients with sensory needs or dental anxiety with tools like headphones and stuffed animals.
Summary of 139 patient reviews, January 2018–September 2026, updated September 2026
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Treatments offered
Who They Treat
Rapid City Dental Clinic provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Children
Ages 6–11
Insurance accepted
2 plans listedUHC / UnitedHealthcareUnited Healthcare
Rapid City Dental Clinic does not list Medicaid. Coverage varies by plan tier — confirm with the office before your first visit.
What patients say
Latest review 2 weeks ago
What patients praise
- The office is often described as quick to respond to emergencies, fitting in same-day visits for abscesses, broken teeth, and other urgent issues.
- Scheduling flexibility stands out, with reports of holiday, weekend, and short-notice appointments for travelers passing through town.
- Staff are noted for accommodating patients with dental anxiety or special needs, using tools like headphones or comfort items during procedures.
Things to know
- A few reviews describe feeling overcharged for repeat cleanings they felt were unnecessary.
- A few reviews mention feeling penalized when rescheduling was needed due to illness or car trouble.
Who it suits
- Patients transferring mid-treatment
- Families with several kids in treatment
- Anxious or nervous patients
Doctors patients mention
- Dr. Vawter · 21 reviews
Orthodontic care in reviews
Few reviews discuss orthodontic treatment specifically; the feedback above reflects general dental visits.
- Last 90 days
- 5 reviews
- averaging 5.0★
- Last 12 months
- 40 reviews
- averaging 5.0★
- Owner replies
- 73% of reviews
- Compared with Rapid City
- Higher rated than 81%
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PraiseCriticism
- Friendly staff42 / 1
- The dentist26
- Scheduling & wait times21 / 2
- Gentle, comfortable care20
- Responsiveness18 / 1
- Clear explanations16
- Cost, insurance & financing7 / 2
- Treatment results4 / 1
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| Friendly staff | 42 | 1 |
| The dentist | 26 | 0 |
| Scheduling & wait times | 21 | 2 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 20 | 0 |
| Responsiveness | 18 | 1 |
| Clear explanations | 16 | 0 |
| Cost, insurance & financing | 7 | 2 |
| Treatment results | 4 | 1 |
Recent reviews from Google
5.0
166 reviews
Tucker Tonkel
a month ago
It was our family’s first visit to RCDC, and all three of us had an outstanding experience! The entire staff was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and helpful from the moment we walked in. They made us feel comfortable and took great care of us throughout our visit. We highly recommend RCDC to anyone looking for exceptional dental care. Thank you for such a wonderful experience!
Christina Freeman
2 months ago
I’ve had some negative experiences with dentists, my most recent one being told that it was imperative I get a large amount of dental work done that was not necessary or affordable. I was nervous about going to a new dentist, but all the staff here was very friendly and Dr. Vawter was knowledgeable and clear about what work actually needed to be done. He and everyone I worked with was fantastic about explaining what they were doing and why
Arthur Greenwood
3 months ago
Staff was uniformly congenial and effective. Pleasant, punctual visit with good results.
Taylor Martin
3 months ago
They take their time and explain everything so that you know what’s going on and they tell you the cost ahead of time so there’s no surprises. I really appreciate this clinic.
Wendy Powers
3 months ago
Everyone was very friendly and Nicole did a good job explaining everything to me. Overall it was a great experience!
Questions about this practice
What orthodontic treatments does Rapid City Dental Clinic offer?
Rapid City Dental Clinic offers: Invisalign, Traditional Braces.
Does Rapid City Dental Clinic accept dental insurance?
Rapid City Dental Clinic accepts UHC / UnitedHealthcare, United Healthcare.
Is Rapid City Dental Clinic accepting new patients?
Rapid City Dental Clinic is currently welcoming new patients in Rapid City, SD. Call (605) 342-1432 to schedule.
Where is Rapid City Dental Clinic located?
Rapid City Dental Clinic is located at 2525 West Main Street 304. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=17020263376061684573&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for Rapid City Dental Clinic?
Rapid City Dental Clinic office hours: Mon 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, Tue 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, Wed 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, Thu 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, Fri Closed–Closed, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
What is the patient rating for Rapid City Dental Clinic?
Rapid City Dental Clinic has a 5-star rating based on 166 patient reviews on Google.
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