19 Times Best of Las Vegas: Why Dr. Marianne Cohan Is the Most Awarded Dentist in Nevada

A Las Vegas Review-Journal readers’ choice honor earned 19 times and counting reflecting more than two decades of excellence in patient care, advanced dentistry, and community commitment at Summerlin Dental Solutions.

 

What It Means to Be Named Best of Las Vegas 19 Times

 

Every year, the Las Vegas Review-Journal invites the people of Southern Nevada to vote for the businesses, professionals, and experiences they trust most. The Best of Las Vegas program is the region’s largest and most recognized readers’ choice survey, drawing hundreds of thousands of votes from real residents who put their names behind the dentists, restaurants, service providers, and local icons that have genuinely earned their loyalty. This is not a directory that requires payment or a ranking generated by an algorithm. It is a direct expression of community trust, submitted one ballot at a time by the people who actually sit in the chair, experience the care, and decide whether a practice deserves their endorsement.

Dr. Marianne Cohan, the founder and sole practicing dentist at Summerlin Dental Solutions, has been named Best of Las Vegas an extraordinary 19 times more than any other dentist in the state of Nevada. That distinction is not the result of a single standout year or a well-timed marketing campaign. Nineteen wins across multiple award categories represent nearly two decades of patients who returned to vote, year after year, because their experience at this Summerlin dental practice consistently exceeded expectations. When Las Vegas residents search for the best dentist Las Vegas has to offer, the community itself has already answered that question 19 times over.

For patients considering a new dental home, this kind of sustained recognition carries weight that no single five-star review or one-time accolade can match. It means that the quality of care at Summerlin Dental Solutions has remained exceptional through economic cycles, industry changes, and the evolving expectations of a growing city. It means that the relationships Dr. Cohan builds with her patients are durable enough to inspire action — not just satisfaction, but genuine advocacy.

Please take a moment to reflect on what 19 consecutive years of recognition truly entails. The Las Vegas Valley has grown enormously since Dr. Cohan opened her practice in 2000, and with that growth have come hundreds of new dental offices competing for the same patients. Dentists retire, relocate, and lose momentum. Practices that win once often struggle to maintain the standard that earned the initial recognition. Dr. Cohan’s record is not just impressive in isolation; it is unmatched across the entire state of Nevada, a testament to the fact that this practice has not only kept pace with the expectations of a rapidly evolving city but has consistently set the standard that other dental offices in the valley are measured against.

 

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The Awards in Detail: 19 Wins Across Multiple Categories

 

What makes Dr. Cohan’s record even more remarkable is the breadth of categories in which Las Vegas voters have recognized her work. The Best of Las Vegas program spans hundreds of categories, and winning in even one dental category in a single year is a significant achievement in a metropolitan area with thousands of practicing dentists. Dr. Cohan has won across four distinct categories, each reflecting a different dimension of practice excellence:

Best Dentist	The Best of Las Vegas program features the flagship dental category. Voters evaluate their overall dental experience, clinical outcomes, communication, comfort, trust, and follow-through. Dr. Cohan has won this category multiple times, making her the top reader-selected dentist in the Las Vegas Valley.
Best Cosmetic Dentist	The award acknowledges the exceptional quality of aesthetic dentistry, including porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, smile makeovers, and the skill needed to produce results that appear natural and feel comfortable. As an Accredited Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), Dr. Cohan’s cosmetic work reflects a level of training and peer evaluation that fewer than 1% of dentists in the country have achieved.
Best Customer Service	This category encompasses more than just clinical skill. This award reflects the full patient experience: how the front desk answers the phone, how the team treats anxious patients, how scheduling and billing are handled, and whether every interaction feels personal rather than transactional.
Best Woman-Owned Business	This recognition extends beyond dentistry into the broader Las Vegas business community, honoring Dr. Cohan’s leadership as a woman entrepreneur who has built one of the most successful and respected practices in the valley entirely on the strength of patient outcomes and word-of-mouth reputation.

 

You can view Dr. Cohan’s full listing of wins on the official Best of Las Vegas winners page. Patients researching the best dentist available in Las Vegas today will find that this multi-category track record provides something rare: independent, community-verified proof that Summerlin Dental Solutions excels not only in clinical dentistry but also in every aspect of the patient experience.

It is also worth noting that the Best of Las Vegas program receives its nominations and votes from residents across the entire Las Vegas metropolitan area, not just from Summerlin. Patients from Spring Valley, The Lakes, Downtown Las Vegas, Henderson, and communities throughout the valley all participate in the voting. Dr. Cohan’s 19 wins represent a level of cross-community recognition that speaks to a reputation reaching far beyond her immediate neighborhood. Patients drive from across the city specifically because they have heard from friends, from colleagues, or from the annual Best of Las Vegas results that her clinic is a practice worth the trip.

 

 

What Patients Are Really Voting For

 

Awards are a reflection, not a cause, of great dentistry. When hundreds of Las Vegas residents take the time to cast their vote for the same practice year after year, they are voting for something they have experienced firsthand. To understand why Summerlin Dental Solutions is the award-winning dentist most recommended by Summerlin residents, it is essential to grasp what drives their loyalty.

One Dentist, Every Visit, No Rotating Associates

At many dental practices, you might see a different dentist every time you visit. At Summerlin Dental Solutions, Dr. Cohan is the only dentist. She personally performs every examination, develops every treatment plan, and completes every procedure. There is no rotation of associates, no delegation of complex cases to unfamiliar providers, and no chance of miscommunication between multiple clinicians managing your care. This continuity builds the kind of trust that drives patients to vote because they are voting for a person they know, not a brand name attached to a revolving door of providers.

A Spa-Like Atmosphere Designed Around Patient Comfort

Dental anxiety is one of the most common reasons people delay care, and Dr. Cohan designed the entire Summerlin Dental Solutions experience to address it. The office features a spa-inspired environment with complimentary beverages, warm blankets, noise-canceling headphones, and personal entertainment screens at every treatment chair. For patients who need additional support, the practice offers multiple sedation dentistry options including nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation, so every patient can receive care comfortably, regardless of their anxiety level. These are the details that make patients feel genuinely cared for, and they are the reason voters consistently recognize the practice for Best Customer Service.

 

 

The interior photo of Summerlin Dental Solutions showcases the spa-like treatment room, complete with visible comfort amenities. 

 

Advanced Technology That Patients Can See and Feel

Patients may not know the technical specifications of the equipment in their dentist’s office, but they absolutely notice the difference it makes. At Summerlin Dental Solutions, Dr. Cohan invests continuously in advanced dental technology that improves accuracy, reduces treatment time, and enhances comfort. The practice uses AI to analyze X-rays for problems that might be missed by a person, 3D cone beam CT imaging (CBCT) for accurate diagnoses and planning for implants, a TRIOS digital scanner that replaces messy traditional impressions, software to design smiles so patients can see results before treatment starts, and soft tissue lasers for gentle gum treatments. Dual-screen exam rooms let Dr. Cohan show patients exactly what she sees, explain treatment recommendations in real time, and involve patients as active participants in their care.

When patients experience digital impressions instead of gagging on impression trays, or view their 3D scans on a high-definition monitor, or receive a same-day diagnosis backed by artificial intelligence, they notice. That tangible difference in the quality of care motivates people to tell their friends, write five-star reviews, and vote for Summerlin Dental Solutions as the best dentist in Las Vegas year after year.

Genuine Care That Builds Lifelong Relationships

Technology and amenities are important, but what ultimately earns 19 Best of Las Vegas awards is something harder to quantify: the way Dr. Cohan and her team make patients feel. Long-time patients describe the practice as feeling like a family, a place where the staff remembers their names, asks about their kids, and takes the time to explain every option without pressure. Dr. Cohan is known for her thorough approach to treatment planning, her willingness to answer every question no matter how long it takes, and her philosophy that patients should never feel rushed through an appointment. In a city full of dental offices competing for attention, this personal touch is the foundation of a 4.9-star Google rating and a patient retention rate that drives 19 consecutive years of community recognition.

That retention shows up in the generational relationships the practice has built. Parents who started as patients themselves now bring their children and, in some cases, their grandchildren to Summerlin Dental Solutions. Families who relocated across the valley or even out of state  continue to schedule appointments with Dr. Cohan because the trust they have built with her cannot be easily replaced. Such loyalty is the kind of patient loyalty that does not come from marketing or advertising. It comes from thousands of individual experiences where a patient felt heard, respected, and genuinely cared for by a dentist who remembers their history and invests in their long-term health.

 

Candid photo of Dr. Cohan consulting with a patient. Dr. Cohan provides personalized dental consultations at her award-winning Summerlin practice.’

 

Beyond the Awards: Community Impact and the Always Smile Foundation

 

For Dr. Cohan, dentistry has never been just about what happens inside the operatory. Since establishing her practice in the Summerlin community in 2000, she has been driven by a belief that quality dental care should be accessible to everyone, not just those who can afford it. That commitment led her to found the Always Smile Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing dental care to underprivileged individuals in the Las Vegas area who would otherwise go without treatment.

The Always Smile Foundation reflects a philosophy that runs through everything Dr. Cohan does: dentistry is a service to the community, not just a business. Whether she is performing a complex full-mouth reconstruction for a longtime patient or providing restorative care through the foundation to someone who has never had access to a dentist, the same standard of clinical excellence and personal attention applies. Her commitment to giving back is why the Las Vegas community has named her the best dentist in the valley and one of its most valued business leaders.

Dr. Cohan’s approach to community involvement also extends to patient education. She believes that informed patients make better decisions about their oral health, and that philosophy shapes every interaction at Summerlin Dental Solutions. The dual-screen exam rooms allow patients to see exactly what the dentist sees, and the practice’s comprehensive website offers educational content on every treatment option, emphasizing transparency and empowerment rather than pressure. When patients understand their options, they become partners in their own care, and that partnership is what transforms a dental visit from an obligation into a relationship.

This philosophy of accessibility and education is also evident in the range of services available under one roof. Rather than referring patients to multiple specialists across the valley, Dr. Cohan has invested in the advanced training and technology necessary to offer comprehensive care from preventive cleanings and exams to porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, dental implants, and emergency dental care all delivered by the same dentist who knows your history, your concerns, and your goals.

Her practice has also become a trusted resource for the neighborhoods surrounding Summerlin, from Spring Valley and The Lakes to Centennial Hills and Henderson. Patients across the Las Vegas Valley make the drive to Summerlin because they trust that the care they receive at this practice is worth the trip.

 

Photo from an Always Smile Foundation event, community outreach, and volunteering.

 

Credentials and Education: The Foundation Behind the Awards

 

Community recognition is powerful, but it is built on a foundation of rigorous education, advanced training, and professional credentials that place Dr. Cohan among the most qualified dentists in the country. Understanding her background helps explain why the clinical results at Summerlin Dental Solutions consistently inspire the kind of patient loyalty that drives 19 Best of Las Vegas wins.

Dr. Cohan earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine, one of the top-ranked dental programs in the United States. She graduated with dual honors, receiving both the Periodontics Award and the Operative Dentistry Award a rare distinction that recognized her exceptional skill in both soft tissue management and restorative techniques before she even entered private practice. These two disciplines form the clinical backbone of comprehensive dentistry, and Dr. Cohan’s early mastery of both set the trajectory for a career defined by versatility and precision.

With more than 31 years of clinical experience and over 25 years serving the Las Vegas community specifically, Dr. Cohan continues to pursue advanced education and holds active memberships in some of the most respected professional organizations in dentistry:

AACD Accredited Member	The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry’s Accreditation is the highest credential in cosmetic dentistry, requiring extensive case documentation, peer review, and a rigorous examination. Fewer than 1% of dentists nationwide hold this distinction.
AAFE Member	The American Academy of Facial Esthetics trains dentists in advanced facial aesthetic procedures, including dermal fillers and neurotoxin treatments, extending Dr. Cohan’s expertise beyond the teeth to full-face rejuvenation.
AAID Member	The American Academy of Implant Dentistry is the premier professional organization for implant dentistry, reflecting Dr. Cohan’s advanced training in dental implant placement and restoration.
ADA Member	The American Dental Association is the national professional body for dentistry. Active membership signifies adherence to the highest ethical and clinical practice standards.
Academy of Laser Dentistry	Membership in the ALD reflects Dr. Cohan’s training and proficiency in laser-assisted dental procedures, including soft tissue treatments that reduce healing time and improve patient comfort.
AGD Member	The Academy of General Dentistry promotes continuing education and lifelong learning in comprehensive dental practice.

 

Dr. Cohan has also been recognized by her professional peers as a Best Dentist in America, a peer-nominated honor that complements the community-driven Best of Las Vegas recognition. Together, these accolades confirm what patients experience firsthand: Summerlin Dental Solutions is led by a dentist whose clinical skill, commitment to continuing education, and dedication to patient relationships place her in an elite category within the profession.

What sets Dr. Cohan apart from many practitioners is her commitment to staying at the forefront of dental science and technique. Rather than relying solely on the foundation of her formal education, she invests significant time each year in advanced continuing education courses covering the latest developments in digital dentistry, implantology, cosmetic techniques, and minimally invasive procedures. This dedication to lifelong learning means that patients at Summerlin Dental Solutions benefit from treatment approaches informed by the most current research and clinical evidence available, not state-of-the-art methods a decade ago. It is this combination of deep foundational training and never-ending dedication to advancement that allows Dr. Cohan to deliver results that keep patients returning and voting for her practice year after year.

Her practice also maintains an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, yet another independent validation of the ethical standards, transparent communication, and consistent quality that define the Summerlin Dental Solutions patient experience. A 4.9-star Google rating, derived from hundreds of verified patient reviews, clearly indicates that the evaluation, whether from the community, professional peers, or independent consumer protection organizations, consistently leads to the same conclusion.

To learn more about Dr. Cohan’s training, philosophy, and approach to comprehensive care, visit the Meet Dr. Cohan page.

 

Professional headshot of Dr. Cohan or photo Dr. Marianne Cohan, DDS AACD Accredited, 19-time Best of Las Vegas dentist.’

 

Experience the Award-Winning Difference

 

Nineteen Best of Las Vegas awards are not something a dental practice can manufacture. They are the cumulative result of thousands of patients who felt so strongly about their experience at Summerlin Dental Solutions that they took the time to vote and then came back and voted again the following year, and the year after that. Whether you are looking for a general and family dentist you can trust for routine care, a cosmetic dentist to help you achieve the smile you have always wanted, or a provider experienced in dental implants, ClearCorrect clear aligners, or full-mouth rehabilitation, Dr. Cohan and her team are ready to show you why Las Vegas keeps voting for this practice year after year.

New patients often tell us they chose Summerlin Dental Solutions because a friend, family member, or coworker could not stop talking about their experience here. That word-of-mouth reputation amplified 19 times by the Best of Las Vegas program is the most honest endorsement any dental practice can receive. We invite you to join the thousands of patients across Summerlin, Spring Valley, Henderson, and the greater Las Vegas area who have made this practice their permanent dental home.

Your first visit includes a comprehensive examination with Dr. Cohan, digital imaging using the latest diagnostic technology, and a personalized treatment plan discussion, all in the relaxed, spa-like environment that has earned this practice its reputation. Whether you schedule by phone, book through our website, or start with a virtual consultation from the comfort of your home, you will experience the award-winning dentist Summerlin families have trusted for over two decades.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Cohan’s Best of Las Vegas Awards

 

Q1: What is the Best of Las Vegas award?

The Best of Las Vegas is an annual readers’ choice awards program run by the Las Vegas Review-Journal, the largest and most established newspaper in Southern Nevada. Hundreds of thousands of Las Vegas residents vote each year across hundreds of categories from restaurants and entertainment to healthcare and professional services to recognize the businesses and individuals they trust most. Unlike paid directories or algorithm-based rankings, every Best of Las Vegas winner is selected entirely by community votes, making it the most credible measure of public trust in the Las Vegas Valley.

 

Q2: How many times has Dr. Marianne Cohan won Best of Las Vegas?

Dr. Cohan has been named Best of Las Vegas 19 times more than any other dentist in the state of Nevada. Her wins span multiple categories including Best Dentist, Best Cosmetic Dentist, Best Customer Service, and Best Woman-Owned Business. This record reflects nearly two decades of consistent excellence recognized by the Las Vegas community through direct voting.

 

Q3: What categories has Dr. Cohan won in the Best of Las Vegas program?

Dr. Cohan has won in four distinct Best of Las Vegas categories: Best Dentist, Best Cosmetic Dentist, Best Customer Service, and Best Woman-Owned Business. Winning across multiple categories demonstrates that her practice excels not only in clinical dentistry but also in patient experience, customer care, and business leadership a breadth of recognition that is rare in any industry.

 

Q4: Why does Dr. Cohan keep winning Best of Las Vegas year after year?

Dr. Cohan’s consistent wins reflect the loyalty of patients who return to vote because their experience at Summerlin Dental Solutions genuinely stands out. Key factors include the fact that Dr. Cohan is the only dentist at the practice  so patients see the same provider every visit along with the spa-like office environment, advanced dental technology including AI-assisted diagnostics and 3D imaging, and a team culture built around personal attention and genuine care. Patients do not vote 19 times for a practice unless every visit reinforces the quality that earned the first vote.

 

Q5: Is the Best of Las Vegas award the same as a paid ranking or directory listing?

No. The Best of Las Vegas program is a readers’ choice survey where real Las Vegas residents cast their own votes for the businesses they trust. It is not a pay-to-play directory, a sponsored listing, or an algorithm-generated ranking. Dental practices cannot purchase a Best of Las Vegas win they can only earn it by delivering care that motivates patients to take the time to vote. This distinction is what makes Dr. Cohan’s 19 wins such a meaningful indicator of patient trust and satisfaction.

 

Q6: What other awards and credentials does Dr. Cohan hold?

In addition to her 19 Best of Las Vegas wins, Dr. Cohan has been recognized as a Best Dentist in America through a peer-nominated program. She is an Accredited Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) a credential held by fewer than 1% of dentists nationwide and maintains active memberships in the American Academy of Facial Esthetics, the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, the American Dental Association, the Academy of Laser Dentistry, and the Academy of General Dentistry. She earned her DDS from SUNY Buffalo with dual graduation honors including the Periodontics Award and the Operative Dentistry Award.

 

Q7: Where is Dr. Cohan’s award-winning dental practice located?

Summerlin Dental Solutions is located at 851 S Rampart Blvd, Suite 230, Las Vegas, NV 89145, in the heart of Summerlin near Tivoli Village, Boca Park, and Downtown Summerlin. The office is easily accessible from the 215 Beltway and Summerlin Parkway, and patients visit from across the Las Vegas Valley including Spring Valley, The Lakes, Henderson, and Centennial Hills.

 

Q8: Does Dr. Cohan accept new patients?

Yes. Summerlin Dental Solutions is accepting new patients and offers several convenient ways to schedule your first appointment. You can call the office at (702) 341-9160, book online through the website, or start with a virtual consultation from the comfort of your home. New patient visits include a comprehensive examination with Dr. Cohan, digital imaging with the latest diagnostic technology, and a personalized treatment plan discussion.

 

Q9: What services are available at Dr. Cohan’s award-winning Summerlin practice?

Summerlin Dental Solutions offers comprehensive dental care under one roof, so patients rarely need to be referred to outside specialists. Available services include general and preventive dentistry, cosmetic dentistry including porcelain veneers and professional teeth whitening, dental Invisalign clear aligners, full-mouth reconstruction, sedation dentistry with nitrous oxide, oral, and IV sedation options, emergency dental care, and advanced laser dentistry. Dr. Cohan personally performs all procedures, ensuring continuity of care from diagnosis through treatment completion.

 

Q10: How can I see the full list of Dr. Cohan’s Best of Las Vegas wins?

You can view the complete record of Dr. Cohan’s Best of Las Vegas wins on the official Las Vegas Review-Journal Best of Las Vegas website at reviewjournal.com/bestof. The practice also displays award plaques and certificates in the office at 851 S Rampart Blvd, Suite 230. For a detailed look at Dr. Cohan’s full credentials, education, and professional background, visit the Meet Dr. Cohan page at dentalsolutionslv.com/meet-dr-cohan.

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