River Oaks Dental proudly serves patients across the region with three convenient locations. Each office offers the same patient-first approach, modern technology, and a full range of dental services.

If you're closer to another community, we also welcome you at our nearby offices:

Aitkin — 1050 Minnesota Ave S, Aitkin, MN 5643 — Just north of Paulbeck's County Market and the Tractor Supply Company on State Highway 169— (218) 927-3785
We also serve Grand Rapids (worth the drive!), Garrison, and McGregor.

Deerwood —23753 Forest Rd E, Deerwood, MN— Located behind Deerwood Bank and across the street from the Deerwood Auditorium— (218) 546-5191. Convenient for patients near Crosby, Baxter, and Brainerd.

Crosslake —35252 Co Rd 3, Crosslake, MN — Just south of the Riverside Tavern and Pine River Dam (218) 692-1522. Also serving Breezy Point, Pequot Lakes, and Fifty Lakes. Note: We don’t offer sedation dentistry at this location.

At River Oaks Dental in Deerwood, we offer complete care to keep your family’s smiles healthy, comfortable, and confident. Whether you’re here for a routine visit or more advanced treatment, everything starts with prevention and builds from there.

General Dentistry (Your Starting Point)

For most new patients, general dentistry is where their oral health begins. Regular exams and cleanings help prevent problems, catch issues early, and keep your oral health on track.

For new patients, this is the easiest place to start and the best way to get comfortable with your care.

Restorative Dentistry

When teeth are damaged or missing, we restore both function and appearance.

From fillings and same-day crowns to bridges, dentures, and implants, every treatment is tailored to your needs. Whenever possible, we preserve your natural tooth while rebuilding strength and comfort.

Cosmetic Dentistry

A confident smile can make a real difference in business and personal relationships. Cosmetic dentistry focuses on improving the look of your teeth in a natural, balanced way.

We’ll help you choose the right approach based on your goals, whether you want a subtle refresh or a more noticeable change.

We understand that for many people, going to the dentist can feel stressful, overwhelming, or even frightening.

Some patients had painful past experiences. Others feel embarrassed about the condition of their teeth. Many have avoided the dentist for years because fear kept getting in the way.

At River Oaks Dental, we want you to know that you’ll never be judged here.

No matter how long it’s been, our team meets patients with compassion, patience, and understanding. We take time to listen, explain things clearly, move at your pace, and help you feel comfortable throughout the process.

For patients with higher anxiety, we also offer sedation dentistry to help make treatment feel easier and more relaxing.

For many people, the hardest step is making the appointment. After that, we’ll help guide you through the process one step at a time.

Sedation dentistry is an option at River Oaks that helps you feel calm, comfortable, and in control during your visit. Whether you choose mild relaxation or deeper sedation, most patients experience little anxiety and often remember very little of the procedure.

It’s a safe, effective way to make dental care feel easier—especially if you’ve been putting off treatment due to fear or sensitivity.

At River Oaks Dental, we work with patients who have a variety of dental insurance plans, whether they are in-network, out-of-network, or have no insurance.

Our team helps submit claims and necessary documentation on your behalf to help make the process easier and less stressful.

Most importantly, we never want insurance confusion to prevent someone from getting the care they need.

Dental insurance may help offset costs, but it does not determine what treatment is healthiest for your smile. Delaying dental treatment often leads to larger problems, more discomfort, and more costly treatment later.

If insurance coverage is limited, we’ll help explore financing options, phased treatment plans, or our Dental Savings Club to help make care manageable within your budget.

For your convenience, we accept cash, personal checks, money orders, and major credit cards. Payment is expected at the time services are performed. When more extensive dental care is necessary, financial arrangements can be made with our office.

For more details about payments, please see our insurance page.

First visits are about getting to know you and your dental history. Arrive 15-20 minutes early for your appointment to complete intake forms. They’ll help us understand any immediate needs and the history that led you to River Oaks Dental.

Next, we’ll x-ray your teeth, and our dental hygienist will clean them and refresh your mouth.  will examine your mouth and gums and work with you to develop a treatment plan.