Search Dentist by Name

How to search for a dentist by name

Type what you know — a first name, a last name, an office name, or a combination — into the search bar. Results are pulled from the federal NPI Registry of licensed U.S. providers.

Search by first and last name

Use the full name when possible. For common names, add a city or state to narrow the list. Try maiden names or alternate spellings if the first attempt returns nothing.

Search by dental office name

Practices often register an organization-level NPI in addition to the individual providers. Search the office exactly as it appears on its website. Browse the dental clinic directory if you don't know the legal name.

Search by city and state

Combine a name with location to filter to local matches. Or start from the dentist directory, states directory, or dentists near me.

Why dentist information may vary

Different sites pull from different sources and refresh on different schedules. NPI is the federal source of truth for who is licensed, but phone numbers, addresses, and accepted insurance can change between updates. Always confirm details with the office directly.

How to verify a dentist's license

For full license status, search your state dental board's online lookup. See how to check a dental license and the state dental boards directory.