Confident Smiles Start Here on 41st Street

My recommendations are made with the utmost care and consideration. I treat every patient like I would a family member.”

Dr. Blake Ridgway grew up in West Des Moines, IA, and earned his B.A. in biology (honors) from Augustana University before completing his DDS at Creighton University School of Dentistry. In 2025, the South Dakota Dental Association (SDDA) named him “Young Dentist of the Year,” recognizing his service to both his profession and the community at the SDDA’s 141st annual meeting in Rapid City.

• Professional leadership: Former president of the Southeastern District Dental Society, past trustee of the SDDA, and current wellness ambassador for the American Dental Association.
• Clinical passion: Combines a love of health sciences with precise, hands‑on artistry to give every patient a healthier, more confident smile.
• Community focus: Volunteers regularly at local outreach events and mentors pre‑dental students.

Outside the operatory, Dr. Ridgway enjoys the outdoors, distance running, biking, and traveling with his wife, Lauren, and their two children. He’s also an avid reader of non‑fiction to keep his worldview broad and curious.”