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Top 10 Affordable Dental Care in San Antonio Texas

Compare San Antonio-area clinics on reviews, service fit, insurance, and booking convenience.

Reviewed August 2, 2026Ranking recomputed August 1, 202610 clinicsDr Maqsud Mallick, BDSHow we rank
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Quick Answer

Which clinic looks strongest at a glance?

We prioritize local relevance, review strength, service breadth, access, price clarity, and patient experience signals.

At A Glance

  • TruSmile Dentistry is the strongest overall starting point in San Antonio if you want a dependable option for preventive cleanings.
  • Crownridge Dental: Christian Pham, DMD has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.
  • Brook Hollow Family Dentistry is a stronger first look if weekend availability matters more than weekday convenience.

Best overall

TruSmile Dentistry

Best for Affordable Dental Care.

Tradeoff: Weekend availability is not highlighted

Highest review signal

Crownridge Dental: Christian Pham, DMD

The deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page across available portals.

Useful when social proof matters more than pure proximity.

Weekend availability

Brook Hollow Family Dentistry

A stronger first look if you can only book outside standard weekday hours.

Useful when weekday hours don't fit your schedule.

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10 listings on this page

94.5TruSmile Dentistry94.5Alamo Springs Dental91.8Alamo Ranch Dental93.2Whispering Oaks Family Dental93.2Westover Hills Family Dental Care91.8Crownridge Dental: Christian Pham, DMD91.8Gies Family Dental91.8Texas Dental91.8Brook Hollow Family Dentistry90.4Royalteeth Family Dental

Quick Summary

10 clinics scored on this page

94.5

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Smyleee Ratings are editorial signals based on reviews, quality of care, and patient feedback. Close scores should be treated as broadly comparable.

Affordable Dental Care Costs in San Antonio, Texas (2026)

Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan

ProcedureTypical Cost
Basic dental exam + cleaning (no insurance)$100 – $300
Dental X-rays (full mouth, cash price)$100 – $300
Composite filling (per tooth, cash price)$150 – $300
Simple extraction (cash price)$150 – $350
Deep cleaning (per quadrant, cash price)$200 – $350
Dental crown (porcelain, cash price)$900 – $1,500
Root canal (anterior, cash price)$700 – $1,200
In-house dental savings plan (annual fee)$150 – $400
Sliding-scale / income-based visit$0 – $75
Dental school clinic visit$0 – $100

Prices sourced from realdentalcosts.com (Texas 2026 fee data), mydentalplusclinic.com (Texas dental cost breakdowns), carecredit.com (national and Texas procedure averages, including deep cleaning at $242/quadrant nationally and Texas average cleaning at $227), humana.com (dental procedure cost guidance), universityhealth.com (Dixon Health and Wellness Center sliding-scale dental care, San Antonio), mouthhealthy.org (ADA affordable care and in-house savings plan guidance), and dshs.texas.gov (Texas low-cost dental resources). Ranges reflect San Antonio, Texas cash/self-pay pricing as of 2026 in USD. Where San Antonio-specific prices were unavailable, Texas statewide or regional averages were used. Sliding-scale and dental school visit costs vary based on income eligibility and clinic availability; UT Health San Antonio and Dixon Health and Wellness Center are noted local options. In-house savings plan fees vary by participating practice. These are estimates only and not a guarantee of final pricing — contact individual providers for confirmed quotes.

Prices verified Aug 2, 2026

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Best overall

TruSmile Dentistry

Smyleee 94.5

A strong all-around pick if you want a reliable local choice for preventive cleanings.

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Highest review volume

Crownridge Dental: Christian Pham, DMD

1.1k reviews

Useful if you want the option with the deepest visible review signal before narrowing further.

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Weekend availability

Brook Hollow Family Dentistry

Open weekends

Worth a look if you can only book outside standard weekday hours.

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Top Clinics in San Antonio Proper

Only clinics physically located in San Antonio appear in this primary ranking.

1

TruSmile Dentistry

5.0(642)·21 km from San Antonio Downtown
95Smyleee

118, 1207, North Loop 1604 West, Far North Central, San Antonio, Texas

Closed · Opens Monday at 8 AM

Documented for preventive cleanings in San Antonio, with affordable dental care on the service list and 9 procedures on file.

More about affordable dental care at this clinic

Affordable care means the practice sets out to make treatment accessible on a self-pay basis or through a payment arrangement, rather than assuming every patient arrives with comprehensive insurance.

Services:Affordable Dental CareDental CleaningDental CrownsDental Implants+5 more
Offers Affordable Dental CareSmyleee 95/1005.0★ · 642 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forAffordable Dental Care
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Affordable Dental Care, 5.0★ Google rating across 642 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 95/100.
Stands outOffers Affordable Dental Care · Smyleee 95/100 · 5.0★ · 642 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website9 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Sep 4, 2026
2

Alamo Springs Dental

4.9(542)·24 km from San Antonio Downtown
95Smyleee

109, 11590, Galm Road, Far West Side, San Antonio, Texas

Closed · Opens Monday at 8 AM

Preventive Cleanings focus in San Antonio, with affordable dental care listed among 9 documented services.

More about affordable dental care at this clinic

Affordable care means the practice sets out to make treatment accessible on a self-pay basis or through a payment arrangement, rather than assuming every patient arrives with comprehensive insurance.

Services:Affordable Dental CareDental CleaningDental CrownsDental Implants+5 more
Offers Affordable Dental CareSmyleee 95/1004.9★ · 542 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forAffordable Dental Care
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Affordable Dental Care, 4.9★ Google rating across 542 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 95/100.
Stands outOffers Affordable Dental Care · Smyleee 95/100 · 4.9★ · 542 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website9 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Sep 5, 2026
3

Alamo Ranch Dental

4.8(975)·22 km from San Antonio Downtown
92Smyleee

Suite 104, 11345, Alamo Ranch Parkway, Far West Side, San Antonio, Texas

Closed · Opens Monday at 8 AM

San Antonio clinic with a preventive cleanings specialty — Affordable Dental Care is on file among 9 procedures.

More about affordable dental care at this clinic

Affordable care means the practice sets out to make treatment accessible on a self-pay basis or through a payment arrangement, rather than assuming every patient arrives with comprehensive insurance.

Services:Affordable Dental CareDental CleaningDental CrownsDental Implants+5 more
Offers Affordable Dental CareSmyleee 92/1004.8★ · 975 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forAffordable Dental Care
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Affordable Dental Care, 4.8★ Google rating across 975 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 92/100.
Stands outOffers Affordable Dental Care · Smyleee 92/100 · 4.8★ · 975 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website9 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Sep 5, 2026
4

Whispering Oaks Family Dental

4.8(995)·22 km from San Antonio Downtown
93Smyleee

Suite 115, 5531, West Loop 1604 North, Far West Side, San Antonio, Texas

Closed · Opens Monday at 7:30 AM

Family Dental Care is the documented focus in San Antonio; Affordable Dental Care sits within 9 services on profile.

More about affordable dental care at this clinic

Affordable care means the practice sets out to make treatment accessible on a self-pay basis or through a payment arrangement, rather than assuming every patient arrives with comprehensive insurance.

Services:Affordable Dental CareDental CleaningDental ImplantsDentures+5 more
Offers Affordable Dental CareSmyleee 93/1004.8★ · 995 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forAffordable Dental Care
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Affordable Dental Care, 4.8★ Google rating across 995 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 93/100.
Stands outOffers Affordable Dental Care · Smyleee 93/100 · 4.8★ · 995 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website9 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Sep 4, 2026
5

Westover Hills Family Dental Care

4.8(542)·20 km from San Antonio Downtown
93Smyleee

290, 11212, Texas 151, Far West Side, San Antonio, Texas

Closed · Opens Tuesday at 9 AM

Profile in San Antonio flags family dental care; lists Affordable Dental Care alongside 9 other documented services.

More about affordable dental care at this clinic

Affordable care means the practice sets out to make treatment accessible on a self-pay basis or through a payment arrangement, rather than assuming every patient arrives with comprehensive insurance.

Services:Affordable Dental CareDental CleaningDental CrownsDental Implants+6 more
Offers Affordable Dental CareSmyleee 93/1004.8★ · 542 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forAffordable Dental Care
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Affordable Dental Care, 4.8★ Google rating across 542 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 93/100.
Stands outOffers Affordable Dental Care · Smyleee 93/100 · 4.8★ · 542 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website10 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Sep 4, 2026
6

Crownridge Dental: Christian Pham, DMD

4.9(1.1k)·24 km from San Antonio Downtown
92Smyleee

Suite 302, 6827, Camp Bullis Road, Northwest Side, San Antonio, Texas

Closed · Opens Monday at 8 AM

San Antonio practice known for preventive cleanings, with Affordable Dental Care among 7 documented procedures.

More about affordable dental care at this clinic

Affordable care means the practice sets out to make treatment accessible on a self-pay basis or through a payment arrangement, rather than assuming every patient arrives with comprehensive insurance.

Services:Affordable Dental CareDental CleaningDental ImplantsDentures+3 more
Offers Affordable Dental CareSmyleee 92/1004.9★ · 1.1k reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forAffordable Dental Care
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Affordable Dental Care, 4.9★ Google rating across 1,083 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 92/100.
Stands outOffers Affordable Dental Care · Smyleee 92/100 · 4.9★ · 1.1k reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website7 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Sep 5, 2026
7

Gies Family Dental

4.9(583)·18 km from San Antonio Downtown
92Smyleee

137, 9179, Grissom Road, Far West Side, San Antonio, Texas

Closed · Opens Monday at 8:15 AM

Documented for family dental care in San Antonio, with affordable dental care on the service list and 3 procedures on file.

More about affordable dental care at this clinic

Affordable care means the practice sets out to make treatment accessible on a self-pay basis or through a payment arrangement, rather than assuming every patient arrives with comprehensive insurance.

Services:Affordable Dental CareDental CleaningFamily Dental Care
Offers Affordable Dental CareSmyleee 92/1004.9★ · 583 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forAffordable Dental Care
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Affordable Dental Care, 4.9★ Google rating across 583 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 92/100.
Stands outOffers Affordable Dental Care · Smyleee 92/100 · 4.9★ · 583 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Sep 5, 2026
8

Texas Dental

4.9(636)·14 km from San Antonio Downtown
92Smyleee

6206, Farm to Market Road 78, Sunrise, San Antonio, Texas

Closed · Opens Monday at 8 AM

Preventive Cleanings focus in San Antonio, with affordable dental care listed among 9 documented services.

More about affordable dental care at this clinic

Affordable care means the practice sets out to make treatment accessible on a self-pay basis or through a payment arrangement, rather than assuming every patient arrives with comprehensive insurance.

Services:Affordable Dental CareDental CleaningDental CrownsDental Implants+5 more
Offers Affordable Dental CareSmyleee 92/1004.9★ · 636 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forAffordable Dental Care
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Affordable Dental Care, 4.9★ Google rating across 636 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 92/100.
Stands outOffers Affordable Dental Care · Smyleee 92/100 · 4.9★ · 636 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website9 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Sep 3, 2026
9

Brook Hollow Family Dentistry

4.9(614)·17 km from San Antonio Downtown
92Smyleee

15068, San Pedro Avenue, Uptown Central, San Antonio, Texas

Closed · Opens Tuesday at 10 AM

San Antonio clinic with a family dental care specialty — Affordable Dental Care is on file among 9 procedures.

More about affordable dental care at this clinic

Affordable care means the practice sets out to make treatment accessible on a self-pay basis or through a payment arrangement, rather than assuming every patient arrives with comprehensive insurance.

Services:Affordable Dental CareDental CleaningDental ImplantsDentures+5 more
Offers Affordable Dental CareSmyleee 92/1004.9★ · 614 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forAffordable Dental Care
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Affordable Dental Care, 4.9★ Google rating across 614 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 92/100.
Stands outOffers Affordable Dental Care · Smyleee 92/100 · 4.9★ · 614 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website9 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Sep 4, 2026
10

Royalteeth Family Dental

5.0(547)·15 km from San Antonio Downtown
90Smyleee

107, 938, Wurzbach Parkway, San Antonio International Airport Vicinity, San Antonio, Texas

Closed · Opens Monday at 9 AM

Children / Pediatric Dentistry is the documented focus in San Antonio; Affordable Dental Care sits within 3 services on profile.

More about affordable dental care at this clinic

Affordable care means the practice sets out to make treatment accessible on a self-pay basis or through a payment arrangement, rather than assuming every patient arrives with comprehensive insurance.

Services:Affordable Dental CareChildren / Pediatric DentistryFamily Dental Care
Offers Affordable Dental CareSmyleee 90/1005.0★ · 547 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forAffordable Dental Care
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Affordable Dental Care, 5.0★ Google rating across 547 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 90/100.
Stands outOffers Affordable Dental Care · Smyleee 90/100 · 5.0★ · 547 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Sep 4, 2026

Side-by-Side Comparison

Hard signals for every affordable dental care provider on this list — no opinions, just verifiable data.

#ClinicSmyleeeGoogleWkndIns.Fin.Offers
Affordable Dental Care
1TruSmile Dentistry955.0★(642)———✓
2Alamo Springs Dental954.9★(542)———✓
3Alamo Ranch Dental924.8★(975)———✓
4Whispering Oaks Family Dental934.8★(995)———✓
5Westover Hills Family Dental Care934.8★(542)———✓
6Crownridge Dental: Christian Pham, DMD924.9★(1,083)———✓
7Gies Family Dental924.9★(583)———✓
8Texas Dental924.9★(636)———✓
9Brook Hollow Family Dentistry924.9★(614)✓——✓
10Royalteeth Family Dental905.0★(547)———✓

Smyleee Rating bands: 90+ Outstanding · 84–89 Excellent · 71–83 Very Good · 61–70 Good · below 61 Rated.

Other Top Affordable Dental Care Clinics in San Antonio, TX

35 additional providers ranked below the Top 10 using the same algorithm. Updated monthly.

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#12Lee Dental CentersSan Antonio90.44.8★583View →
#137 to 7 DentalSan Antonio89.04.7★2482View →
#14Monarch DentalSan Antonio90.44.6★791View →
#15Wilderness Oak Family DentistrySan Antonio91.84.9★797View →
#16Alliance Dental CenterSan Antonio91.74.9★494View →
#17South Texas SmilesSan Antonio89.94.9★282View →
#18Elevate DentalSan Antonio88.54.9★423View →
#19Ingram Hills DentalSan Antonio87.85.0★229View →
#20Stephen Wood DDSSan Antonio88.24.9★256View →
#21Westlakes Family DentalSan Antonio90.44.8★1287View →
#22Reality Bites DentalSan Antonio89.14.8★336View →
#23Tuscany Dental CareSan Antonio85.75.0★277View →
#24Springtime Family Dental CareSan Antonio88.24.8★382View →
#25Smile Land Family DentalSan Antonio85.64.8★402View →
#26Great Expressions Dental CentersSan Antonio85.54.9★262View →
#27City Base Dental CareSan Antonio87.84.7★349View →
#28Brice Family DentistrySan Antonio93.54.9★363View →
#29Dominion Ridge DentistrySan Antonio83.24.8★291View →
#30Excellent Dental SpecialistsSan Antonio82.94.5★267View →
#31Dr. Matthew F. Daggett, DDSSan Antonio84.24.9★174View →
#32The Smile Center Family Dentistry - Military PlazaSan Antonio79.24.3★458View →
#33Tooth Time Family DentistrySan Antonio79.54.7★144View →
#34Sunrise Family DentalSan Antonio81.44.5★172View →
#35Topaz DentistrySan Antonio75.84.0★250View →
#36Blanco North DentalSan Antonio79.04.5★189View →
#37Bandera Dental CareSan Antonio83.54.8★93View →
#38Novel Dental Family DentistrySan Antonio81.94.8★56View →
#39Pham Family DentistrySan Antonio81.54.6★117View →
#40Alamo Heights Dental -- a DeKoch Family PracticeSan Antonio79.94.6★47View →
#41Emerald Crossing Family DentistrySan Antonio76.54.8★90View →
#42Texas Star Dental CenterSan Antonio70.84.3★36View →
#43Campos Family Dental PCSan Antonio67.23.8★42View →
#44Jefferson Dental & OrthodonticsSan Antonio79.54.0★1000View →
#45South Park Family Dental, P.A.: Izaddoust Shiva DDSSan Antonio53.93.7★3View →

How to Choose a Dentist in San Antonio, TX

Use the ranking as a starting point, then narrow the shortlist based on the kind of care you actually need.

If you want routine or family care

Prioritize review consistency, insurance friendliness, practical hours, and a broad general-dentistry service mix over marketing language alone.

If urgency matters

Confirm same-day capacity, after-hours guidance, and whether the clinic handles urgent restorative work in-house or refers out.

If affordability matters most

Compare financing signals, insurance notes, and the local cost guide. A higher-ranked clinic is not automatically the best value for your specific treatment.

Questions to ask before booking

  • Do you accept my insurance or offer payment plans?
  • Are you taking new patients right now?
  • Do you handle my treatment in-house?
  • What is the total expected cost before treatment starts?
EditorialUpdated August 2, 2026Independently reviewed

San Antonio has no shortage of dental providers — a quick search pulls up hundreds. The challenge isn't finding one, it's figuring out which ones actually deliver. We spent time reviewing patient outcomes, checking credentials, comparing pricing, and analyzing feedback from patients who've had affordable dental care work done across the San Antonio metro area.

This is the short list. Ten providers in San Antonio, Texas that consistently showed up in the data — not because they paid to be here, but because their patients keep coming back and referring others. If you're weighing options for affordable dental care in San Antonio, start here.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud Mallick — BDS

Frequently Asked Questions

9 questions answered by our editorial team

In San Antonio, a basic dental exam + cleaning (no insurance) typically costs $100 – $300, based on Smyleee's September 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.
A root canal (anterior, cash price) in San Antonio typically ranges $700 – $1,200 (September 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A dental crown (porcelain, cash price) in San Antonio typically ranges $900 – $1,500 (September 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A composite filling (per tooth, cash price) in San Antonio typically ranges $150 – $300 (September 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A simple extraction (cash price) in San Antonio typically ranges $150 – $350 (September 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks San Antonio affordable dental care clinics on a weighted score: verified patient reviews (30%), clinical credentials and expertise (20%), technology and equipment (15%), accessibility (15%), pricing transparency (10%), and patient experience (10%). The list is recomputed from current data and independently reviewed by Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS.
The ranking is recalculated on a rolling basis from current review and profile data and was last reviewed in September 2026. Clinics can move up or down as their underlying data changes.
Prioritise verified credentials and relevant training, modern equipment and sterilisation standards, a strong and recent review history, transparent pricing, and clear communication about treatment options. Confirm the clinic is taking new patients and offers affordable dental care before booking.
Many clinics in San Antonio accept major dental insurance and offer financing such as in-house payment plans or third-party options like CareCredit for larger treatments. Coverage and financing vary by practice — confirm your plan is accepted and ask about phased or monthly payment options before treatment begins.

How We Vet Each Clinic

Every clinic on this list passes our verification process

  • License & standing verified — active Texas dental license confirmed with no disciplinary actions.
  • Patient review volume checked — minimum verified patient reviews across Google with a strong average rating.
  • Local presence confirmed — verified physical practice in the San Antonio metro area with established patient base.
  • Technology & equipment assessed — modern dental technology and sterilization standards evaluated.
  • Transparent pricing reviewed — clear communication of costs, financing options, and insurance acceptance.

How We Scored the Best Clinics

Our transparent ranking methodology

Verified patient reviews & outcomes30%
Affordable Dental Care expertise & credentials20%
Technology investment & modern equipment15%
Accessibility (hours, location, scheduling ease)15%
Transparent pricing & financing options10%
Patient experience & comfort measures10%

How This Page Was Reviewed

We want this page to help users choose confidently, not just scroll a list.

Editorial checks

  • Locality and city fit
  • Review strength and rating consistency
  • Services, hours, insurance, and profile completeness
  • Paid placements kept separate from organic rankings

Transparency

  • Content updated: August 2, 2026
  • Ranking last recomputed: August 1, 2026
  • Medical reviewer: Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS
  • Clinic verification dates reflect the latest synced or modified profile timestamp
  • Organic rankings are algorithmic, sponsored rows are labeled
  • Clinics can move up or down when underlying data changes

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