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Best overall
Highland Dental of Hayward
Best for General Dentistry.
Tradeoff: Insurance support is not clearly highlighted
Highest review signal
Laurel Smile Dentistry
Positive reviews across online portals, backed by 618 reviews.
Useful when social proof matters more than pure proximity.
Best nearby alternative
Laurel Smile Dentistry
Strong option in Oakland if you are willing to travel for fit.
Outside Hayward, so compare convenience before booking.
Smyleee Ratings are editorial signals based on reviews, quality of care, and patient feedback. Close scores should be treated as broadly comparable.
Hayward 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 dental clinics work done across the Hayward metro area.
This is the short list. Ten providers in Hayward, 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 dental clinics in Hayward, start here.
Medically reviewed by
Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS — BDS
Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan
Price ranges reflect typical Hayward, pricing as of 2026. Actual costs vary by provider, complexity, and insurance coverage. Contact clinics directly for personalized quotes.
Prices verified Apr 3, 2026
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A strong all-around pick if you want a reliable local choice for general dentistry.
Useful if you want the option with the deepest visible review signal before narrowing further.
A cleaner first stop if weekday time is tight and you need a clinic that documents weekend availability.
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554 reviews
1372, A Street, Upper B Street
Hayward, California • 1.1 km from Hayward Downtown
We provide quality dental care, conveniently in your neighborhood and catered to your schedule, offering convenient evening hours, early mornings, and Saturday appointments. Keeping your comfort in mind, we also offer all our services in updated treatment rooms where you may enjoy blankets, stereo headphones and other luxuries that ensure you’re relaxed and calm. Whatever your dental needs, come visit us for the kind of quality, convenient care that means healthy teeth and gums and beautiful smi
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 554 reviews, its 80.6 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
What stands out
Proof Signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Tradeoff
Insurance support is not clearly highlighted
554 reviews
Hayward, California
1.1 km from Hayward Downtown
We provide quality dental care, conveniently in your neighborhood and catered to your schedule, offering convenient evening hours, early mornings, and Saturday appointments. Keeping your comfort in mind, we also offer all our services in updated treatment rooms where you may enjoy blankets, stereo headphones and other luxuries that ensure you’re relaxed and calm. Whatever your dental needs, come visit us for the kind of quality, convenient care that means healthy teeth and gums and beautiful smi
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 554 reviews, its 80.6 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Last verified Apr 17, 2026.
Tradeoff
Insurance support is not clearly highlighted
229 reviews
A, 1680, B Street, Upper B Street
Hayward, California • 1.5 km from Hayward Downtown
Dr. Mark Sylvester and Dr. Tanya Vilderman welcome you to , where we offer compassionate, comfortable and comprehensive dental care for you and every member of your family. With a reputation for providing the best in Family , Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry , our patients travel from far and wide to see us. We are conveniently located on the border between Hayward and Castro Valley and easily accessible from San Leandro, Union City, Foster City and beyond. From regular exams and teeth cleaning to
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 229 reviews, its 79.8 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
What stands out
Proof Signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
229 reviews
Hayward, California
1.5 km from Hayward Downtown
Dr. Mark Sylvester and Dr. Tanya Vilderman welcome you to , where we offer compassionate, comfortable and comprehensive dental care for you and every member of your family. With a reputation for providing the best in Family , Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry , our patients travel from far and wide to see us. We are conveniently located on the border between Hayward and Castro Valley and easily accessible from San Leandro, Union City, Foster City and beyond. From regular exams and teeth cleaning to
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 229 reviews, its 79.8 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Last verified Mar 22, 2026.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
377 reviews
2, 24901, Santa Clara Street, Harder-Tennyson
Hayward, California • 2.4 km from Hayward Downtown
When you visit our office you will experience all that modern dentistry has to offer, including a comprehensive list of general, restorative and cosmetic dental services to meet the needs of the whole family. Our goal is to assist each patient in achieving and maintaining long term dental health and a beautiful smile.
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 377 reviews, its 76.6 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
What stands out
Proof Signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
377 reviews
Hayward, California
2.4 km from Hayward Downtown
When you visit our office you will experience all that modern dentistry has to offer, including a comprehensive list of general, restorative and cosmetic dental services to meet the needs of the whole family. Our goal is to assist each patient in achieving and maintaining long term dental health and a beautiful smile.
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 377 reviews, its 76.6 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Last verified Apr 16, 2026.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
150 reviews
22610, 6th Street, Upper B Street
Hayward, California • 1.4 km from Hayward Downtown
We want you to look forward to coming to the dentist. We are committed to making you feel amazing not only about your oral wellness, but your overall health.
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 150 reviews, its 76.2 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
What stands out
Proof Signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
150 reviews
Hayward, California
1.4 km from Hayward Downtown
We want you to look forward to coming to the dentist. We are committed to making you feel amazing not only about your oral wellness, but your overall health.
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 150 reviews, its 76.2 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Last verified Apr 17, 2026.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
Excellent clinics, but outside Hayward.
618 reviews
3630, MacArthur Boulevard, Redwood Heights
Oakland, California • 17 km from Hayward Downtown
Laurel Smile Dentistry is a Oakland based family dentist practice that treats patients of all ages. We are committed to delivering the highest quality dental care and do so using advanced dental equipment. We are a cosmetic dentist that offers services like checkups, teeth cleaning, crowns, veneers and more. We also perform emergency dentist services that include bonding, root canals, crowns, and bridges. As a local dentist, we create lifelong relationships with our patients and their families a
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 618 reviews, its 80.6 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
What stands out
Proof Signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Tradeoff
Outside Hayward proper
618 reviews
Oakland, California
17 km from Hayward Downtown
Laurel Smile Dentistry is a Oakland based family dentist practice that treats patients of all ages. We are committed to delivering the highest quality dental care and do so using advanced dental equipment. We are a cosmetic dentist that offers services like checkups, teeth cleaning, crowns, veneers and more. We also perform emergency dentist services that include bonding, root canals, crowns, and bridges. As a local dentist, we create lifelong relationships with our patients and their families a
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 618 reviews, its 80.6 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Last verified Apr 17, 2026.
Tradeoff
Outside Hayward proper
367 reviews
4215, Piedmont Avenue, Piedmont Avenue
Oakland, California • 23 km from Hayward Downtown
The Dental Touch is a full-service dental office that combines the latest technology with a family-friendly atmosphere that makes every patient in Oakland, California, feel welcome. The staff, which is led by Dr. Dennis Prat and Dr. Luis Romero, is fully trained to provide individualized care in their state-of-the-art office. Using the latest dental technology, the staff provides every member of the family with the safest and most evolved procedures available. The team of dental experts at The D
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 367 reviews, its 79.8 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
What stands out
Proof Signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Tradeoff
Outside Hayward proper
367 reviews
Oakland, California
23 km from Hayward Downtown
The Dental Touch is a full-service dental office that combines the latest technology with a family-friendly atmosphere that makes every patient in Oakland, California, feel welcome. The staff, which is led by Dr. Dennis Prat and Dr. Luis Romero, is fully trained to provide individualized care in their state-of-the-art office. Using the latest dental technology, the staff provides every member of the family with the safest and most evolved procedures available. The team of dental experts at The D
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 367 reviews, its 79.8 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Last verified Mar 22, 2026.
Tradeoff
Outside Hayward proper
279 reviews
90, East Taylor Street, Central San Jose
San Jose, California • 39 km from Hayward Downtown
Imagine a world where are only bright big smiles! That’s the picture dentists in Japantown Dental: Alex H. Mendoza, DDS in San Jose work hard on. Their facilities range from cleanings and to full mouth transformations. Professional in Japantown Dental: Alex H. Mendoza, DDS will check your mouth cavity, tell you about determined problems and concoct therapy. If it will be important the professional may offer you surgical procedure. Price on services in this clinic depends on: initial health condi
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 279 reviews, its 80.2 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
What stands out
Proof Signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Tradeoff
Outside Hayward proper
279 reviews
San Jose, California
39 km from Hayward Downtown
Imagine a world where are only bright big smiles! That’s the picture dentists in Japantown Dental: Alex H. Mendoza, DDS in San Jose work hard on. Their facilities range from cleanings and to full mouth transformations. Professional in Japantown Dental: Alex H. Mendoza, DDS will check your mouth cavity, tell you about determined problems and concoct therapy. If it will be important the professional may offer you surgical procedure. Price on services in this clinic depends on: initial health condi
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 279 reviews, its 80.2 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Last verified Mar 23, 2026.
Tradeoff
Outside Hayward proper
131 reviews
1500, Bush Street, Cathedral Hill
San Francisco, California • 33 km from Hayward Downtown
We are a dental practice devoted to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of your smile using conservative, state-of-the-art procedures that will result in beautiful, long lasting smiles! A standard of excellence in personalized dental care enables us to provide the quality dental services our patients deserve. We provide comprehensive treatment planning and use restorative and cosmetic dentistry to achieve your optimal dental health. Should a dental emergency occur, we make every effort to
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 131 reviews, its 79.4 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
What stands out
Proof Signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Tradeoff
Outside Hayward proper
131 reviews
San Francisco, California
33 km from Hayward Downtown
We are a dental practice devoted to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of your smile using conservative, state-of-the-art procedures that will result in beautiful, long lasting smiles! A standard of excellence in personalized dental care enables us to provide the quality dental services our patients deserve. We provide comprehensive treatment planning and use restorative and cosmetic dentistry to achieve your optimal dental health. Should a dental emergency occur, we make every effort to
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 131 reviews, its 79.4 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Last verified Mar 22, 2026.
Tradeoff
Outside Hayward proper
90 reviews
475, 8th Street, Downtown Oakland
Oakland, California • 22 km from Hayward Downtown
At NextGen Dentistry we are committed to understanding your needs and meeting them with the utmost care and dedication. We take great pride in providing the most comfortable, pain-free, professional services with quality materials in our brand-new facility for all patients. We strive to maintain a comfortable environment and use the latest technologies to ensure that your treatment is tailored precisely to your needs. We invite you to call or visit us today to learn more about comprehensive dent
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 90 reviews, its 78.4 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
What stands out
Proof Signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Tradeoff
Outside Hayward proper
90 reviews
Oakland, California
22 km from Hayward Downtown
At NextGen Dentistry we are committed to understanding your needs and meeting them with the utmost care and dedication. We take great pride in providing the most comfortable, pain-free, professional services with quality materials in our brand-new facility for all patients. We strive to maintain a comfortable environment and use the latest technologies to ensure that your treatment is tailored precisely to your needs. We invite you to call or visit us today to learn more about comprehensive dent
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 90 reviews, its 78.4 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Last verified Apr 17, 2026.
Tradeoff
Outside Hayward proper
36 reviews
Suite 903, 3300, Webster Street, Pill Hill
Oakland, California • 23 km from Hayward Downtown
Cosmetic, Comprehensive and Sedation Dentistry (I.V. and pill) for the S.F. Bay Area. Expert Smile Makeovers, Full Mouth Reconstruction, Solutions to Jaw/Bite Problems, Dental Implants, Invisalign Orthodontics, and all areas of General Dentistry. We "specialize" in providing outstanding personal service and comfort for patients who have had unpleasant experiences at the dentist. We take care of people who value high quality and friendly service, regardless of insurance. (We are an out-of-network
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 36 reviews and its 67.8 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field.
What stands out
Proof Signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Tradeoff
Outside Hayward proper
36 reviews
Oakland, California
23 km from Hayward Downtown
Cosmetic, Comprehensive and Sedation Dentistry (I.V. and pill) for the S.F. Bay Area. Expert Smile Makeovers, Full Mouth Reconstruction, Solutions to Jaw/Bite Problems, Dental Implants, Invisalign Orthodontics, and all areas of General Dentistry. We "specialize" in providing outstanding personal service and comfort for patients who have had unpleasant experiences at the dentist. We take care of people who value high quality and friendly service, regardless of insurance. (We are an out-of-network
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 36 reviews and its 67.8 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Last verified Mar 22, 2026.
Tradeoff
Outside Hayward proper
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| Clinic | City | Smyleee Rating | Reviews | Weekends | Insurance | Financing | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Dental of Hayward | Hayward | 80.6 | 554 | Yes | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Eden Dental Center | Hayward | 79.8 | 229 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Hayward Dental Arts | Hayward | 76.6 | 377 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Leung Dental - Wilson W. Leung D.D.S. & Katherine Leung D.D.S. | Hayward | 76.2 | 150 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Laurel Smile Dentistry | Oakland | 80.6 | 618 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| The Dental Touch Oakland | Oakland | 79.8 | 367 | Yes | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Japantown Dental: Alex H. Mendoza, DDS | San Jose | 80.2 | 279 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Ho David T DDS, Inc. | San Francisco | 79.4 | 131 | Yes | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| NextGen Dentistry | Oakland | 78.4 | 90 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Joshua B. Bernstein, DDS | Oakland | 67.8 | 36 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
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