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Best overall
Robert P. Choi, DDS
Best for General Dentistry.
Tradeoff: Insurance support is not clearly highlighted
Highest review signal
Advanced Dental Concepts of Oakland
Positive reviews across online portals, backed by 376 reviews.
Useful when social proof matters more than pure proximity.
Best nearby alternative
Japantown Dental: Alex H. Mendoza, DDS
Strong option in San Jose if you are willing to travel for fit.
Outside San Mateo, 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.
San Mateo 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 San Mateo metro area.
This is the short list. Ten providers in San Mateo, 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 San Mateo, start here.
Medically reviewed by
Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS — BDS
Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan
Prices sourced from Bauer Dental Center pricing guide, San Mateo area dental practices via Yelp, and CareCredit national averages adjusted for San Mateo market. Full mouth implant costs referenced at $25,900 for context. Ranges reflect San Mateo, California pricing as of 2026 in USD. Many practices offer financing options including CareCredit with flexible payment plans.
Prices verified Apr 17, 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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304 reviews
STE 101, 675, Mariners Island Boulevard, East San Mateo
San Mateo, California • 8.5 km from San Mateo Downtown
What to Expect Please be prepared to discuss your dental health concerns and goals with Dr. Robert Choi. He will perform a periodontal screening, oral cancer screening, occlusal analysis, head and neck exam. Your oral health status is explained and illustrated clearly with digital x-rays and an intra-oral camera. Our patients always remark on how thorough and comprehensive our examination is. We will review your treatment plan and address any questions you may have. Our office can also coordin
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 304 reviews, its 81.0 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
304 reviews
San Mateo, California
8.5 km from San Mateo Downtown
What to Expect Please be prepared to discuss your dental health concerns and goals with Dr. Robert Choi. He will perform a periodontal screening, oral cancer screening, occlusal analysis, head and neck exam. Your oral health status is explained and illustrated clearly with digital x-rays and an intra-oral camera. Our patients always remark on how thorough and comprehensive our examination is. We will review your treatment plan and address any questions you may have. Our office can also coordin
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 304 reviews, its 81.0 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
Insurance support is not clearly highlighted
270 reviews
#601, 100, South Ellsworth Avenue, Downtown
San Mateo, California • 7.8 km from San Mateo Downtown
Manyak Dental San Mateo is a dental care provider based in San Mateo, California, offering a wide range of services to cater to your dental needs. The clinic is located at 100 S Ellsworth Ave #601, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA Services Offered Manyak Dental Group provides various dental care services, including: Dental Implants: Dental implants are a popular choice for replacing missing teeth, offering a permanent and comfortable solution for patients who have lost one or more teeth. Dentures: Dentu
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 270 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
Weekend hours are not highlighted
270 reviews
San Mateo, California
7.8 km from San Mateo Downtown
Manyak Dental San Mateo is a dental care provider based in San Mateo, California, offering a wide range of services to cater to your dental needs. The clinic is located at 100 S Ellsworth Ave #601, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA Services Offered Manyak Dental Group provides various dental care services, including: Dental Implants: Dental implants are a popular choice for replacing missing teeth, offering a permanent and comfortable solution for patients who have lost one or more teeth. Dentures: Dentu
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 270 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 Mar 23, 2026.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
295 reviews
150, North San Mateo Drive, North Central
San Mateo, California • 8.1 km from San Mateo Downtown
As your choice for professional cosmetic dentistry, sedation dentistry, dental therapy or ongoing professional dental care, we work hard to ensure your dental experience is exceptional. That means providing you with the best in dental professionals and the latest in equipment, materials and techniques. The San Mateo Center for Cosmetic Dentistry specializes in cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, sedation dentistry, and general oral health care. We can also help with painless laser dentistry, cl
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 295 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
Weekend hours are not highlighted
295 reviews
San Mateo, California
8.1 km from San Mateo Downtown
As your choice for professional cosmetic dentistry, sedation dentistry, dental therapy or ongoing professional dental care, we work hard to ensure your dental experience is exceptional. That means providing you with the best in dental professionals and the latest in equipment, materials and techniques. The San Mateo Center for Cosmetic Dentistry specializes in cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, sedation dentistry, and general oral health care. We can also help with painless laser dentistry, cl
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 295 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 Mar 23, 2026.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
Excellent clinics, but outside San Mateo.
279 reviews
90, East Taylor Street, Central San Jose
San Jose, California • 42 km from San Mateo 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 San Mateo proper
279 reviews
San Jose, California
42 km from San Mateo 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 San Mateo proper
264 reviews
498, Jackson Street, North Beach
San Francisco, California • 34 km from San Mateo Downtown
At Uno Dental, we’re proud to offer quality, customized care to the San Francisco area with the help of our experienced and cohesive team. We hope you enjoy a pampered experience and a relaxed, professional approach to your dental health with industry-leading technologies, comprehensive treatments, and knowledgeable team. It’s our goal to ensure you feel comfortable and confident with your smile and your treatment plan with Dr. Kandar at our luxurious practice. Uno Dental- San Francisco offers a
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 264 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 San Mateo proper
264 reviews
San Francisco, California
34 km from San Mateo Downtown
At Uno Dental, we’re proud to offer quality, customized care to the San Francisco area with the help of our experienced and cohesive team. We hope you enjoy a pampered experience and a relaxed, professional approach to your dental health with industry-leading technologies, comprehensive treatments, and knowledgeable team. It’s our goal to ensure you feel comfortable and confident with your smile and your treatment plan with Dr. Kandar at our luxurious practice. Uno Dental- San Francisco offers a
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 264 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 San Mateo proper
198 reviews
920, North Bascom Avenue, Rose Garden
San Jose, California • 40 km from San Mateo Downtown
With years experience San Jose Dentist, Karan Mody, offers dental implants, porcelain veneers and many other family, cosmetic and restorative dental services in his San Jose, CA practice. Dr. Mody is very passionate about dentistry and has a gentle touch when working with his patients. Bascom Family Dentistry collaborates and refers their patients to the best specialists in the area. San Jose Dentist, Dr. Mody, continues to keep up with the latest in dental technology and offers nitrous (laughin
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 198 reviews and its 77.0 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 San Mateo proper
198 reviews
San Jose, California
40 km from San Mateo Downtown
With years experience San Jose Dentist, Karan Mody, offers dental implants, porcelain veneers and many other family, cosmetic and restorative dental services in his San Jose, CA practice. Dr. Mody is very passionate about dentistry and has a gentle touch when working with his patients. Bascom Family Dentistry collaborates and refers their patients to the best specialists in the area. San Jose Dentist, Dr. Mody, continues to keep up with the latest in dental technology and offers nitrous (laughin
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 198 reviews and its 77.0 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 23, 2026.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
150 reviews
22610, 6th Street, Upper B Street
Hayward, California • 31 km from San Mateo 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
Outside San Mateo proper
150 reviews
Hayward, California
31 km from San Mateo 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
Outside San Mateo proper
376 reviews
1708, Franklin Street, Downtown Oakland
Oakland, California • 35 km from San Mateo Downtown
Advanced Dental Concept of Oakland team works with you to tailor a dental hygiene roadmap for life, with dental concept, a problem is stopped before starting. Our staff and doctors embrace modern approaches if they can provide our customers with a superior dental experience. Over a decade we have provided Oakland with complete and comprehensive dentistry for patients of all ages.
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 376 reviews, its 71.4 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 San Mateo proper
376 reviews
Oakland, California
35 km from San Mateo Downtown
Advanced Dental Concept of Oakland team works with you to tailor a dental hygiene roadmap for life, with dental concept, a problem is stopped before starting. Our staff and doctors embrace modern approaches if they can provide our customers with a superior dental experience. Over a decade we have provided Oakland with complete and comprehensive dentistry for patients of all ages.
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 376 reviews, its 71.4 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 San Mateo proper
90 reviews
475, 8th Street, Downtown Oakland
Oakland, California • 34 km from San Mateo 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 San Mateo proper
90 reviews
Oakland, California
34 km from San Mateo 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 San Mateo proper
92 reviews
SUITE E, 21471, Foothill Boulevard, North Hayward
Hayward, California • 30 km from San Mateo Downtown
We are high tech dentistry, as we have a fully equipped state-of-the-art facility, most advanced technology for all of our treatments. We use digital radiographs with less radiation exposure so that the risk of side effects are extremely minimal, and patients spend less time in the chair. Innovative dental technology and gentle care will take care of you more effectively and painlessly. You will have a truly comfortable and relaxing experience while we focus on you and your health and wellbeing.
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 92 reviews, its 78.0 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 San Mateo proper
92 reviews
Hayward, California
30 km from San Mateo Downtown
We are high tech dentistry, as we have a fully equipped state-of-the-art facility, most advanced technology for all of our treatments. We use digital radiographs with less radiation exposure so that the risk of side effects are extremely minimal, and patients spend less time in the chair. Innovative dental technology and gentle care will take care of you more effectively and painlessly. You will have a truly comfortable and relaxing experience while we focus on you and your health and wellbeing.
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 92 reviews, its 78.0 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 San Mateo proper
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| Clinic | City | Smyleee Rating | Reviews | Weekends | Insurance | Financing | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert P. Choi, DDS | San Mateo | 81.0 | 304 | Yes | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Manyak Dental Group | San Mateo | 80.6 | 270 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Dental Arts San Mateo | San Mateo | 80.6 | 295 | Not shown | 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 |
| Uno Dental San Francisco | San Francisco | 79.8 | 264 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Bascom Family Dental - Karan Mody, DDS | San Jose | 77.0 | 198 | 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 |
| Advanced Dental Concepts of Oakland | Oakland | 71.4 | 376 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| NextGen Dentistry | Oakland | 78.4 | 90 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Grovehill Family Dental | Hayward | 78.0 | 92 | Yes | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
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