Lollipop Dental - Costa Mesa
B6, 2750, Harbor Boulevard, Costa Mesa, California
Closed · Opens today at 8 AM
Documented for pediatric dentistry in Costa Mesa, with general dentistry on the service list and 10 procedures on file.

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Lollipop Dental - Costa Mesa
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Dentistry At Its Finest / Dental care: Costa Mesa
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B6, 2750, Harbor Boulevard, Costa Mesa, California
Closed · Opens today at 8 AM
Documented for pediatric dentistry in Costa Mesa, with general dentistry on the service list and 10 procedures on file.
J, 1530, Baker Street, Mesa Verde, Costa Mesa, California
Closed · Opens today at 8 AM
General Dentistry is listed here alongside Comprehensive Dental Care and Family Dental Care among 21 documented services in Costa Mesa.
Smiles4OC provides dental care on Baker Street in the Mesa Verde area of Costa Mesa, California. Implants are considered by many dentists the most durable way to replace a missing tooth, since the titanium post fuses with the jaw bone over several months and then supports a crown that functions much like a natural tooth. Enough healthy bone is the main prerequisite, and a graft can build that up first if needed.
Clear aligners straighten teeth through a series of custom, removable trays, each worn for one to two weeks before moving to the next in the sequence. They suit mild to moderate crowding and spacing well, and are worn roughly twenty to twenty-two hours a day for treatment to stay on schedule.
A veneer is a thin custom shell bonded to the front of a tooth to change its shape, length, or colour, most often used to address chips, gaps, or discoloration that whitening alone cannot fix. Traditional veneers require a small amount of enamel to be removed, which makes the change permanent.
Cosmetic dentistry covers treatment aimed primarily at appearance — whitening, veneers, bonding, and reshaping among the more common options — for patients who are less concerned with a problem that hurts than with how their smile looks day to day. The right combination depends on what specifically you would like to change.
A crown covers an entire damaged tooth — used when too much structure is missing for a filling to hold reliably, whether from a large fracture, extensive decay, or after root canal treatment. It restores both the shape and the biting strength of the tooth underneath.
Gum disease treatment ranges from a deeper professional cleaning for early inflammation through to more involved periodontal care once bone around the teeth has started to be affected. Bleeding gums are usually the earliest sign, and the early stage is reversible with proper cleaning and better daily plaque control. Contact details for Smiles4OC are on this page, along with the full list of services offered — reach out to ask about scheduling.
Suite D, 1831, Orange Avenue, East Side Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, California
Closed · Opens today at 7 AM
Costa Mesa clinic with a orthodontics specialty — General Dentistry is on file among 18 procedures.
Orange And Magnolia Dental Studio provides dental care on Orange Avenue in the East Side Costa Mesa area of Costa Mesa, California. Clear aligners straighten teeth through a series of custom, removable trays, each worn for one to two weeks before moving to the next in the sequence. They suit mild to moderate crowding and spacing well, and are worn roughly twenty to twenty-two hours a day for treatment to stay on schedule.
A veneer is a thin custom shell bonded to the front of a tooth to change its shape, length, or colour, most often used to address chips, gaps, or discoloration that whitening alone cannot fix. Traditional veneers require a small amount of enamel to be removed, which makes the change permanent.
Cosmetic treatment is generally the least invasive branch of dentistry, built around changing how teeth look rather than fixing something broken. Whitening and bonding sit at the lighter end; veneers and reshaping involve more planning. Most cosmetic dental insurance excludes this kind of work, since it is elective rather than medically necessary.
Gum disease treatment ranges from a deeper professional cleaning for early inflammation through to more involved periodontal care once bone around the teeth has started to be affected. Bleeding gums are usually the earliest sign, and the early stage is reversible with proper cleaning and better daily plaque control.
Professional teeth whitening uses a peroxide-based gel, applied under supervision at a strength stronger than anything sold over the counter, to lift years of staining from coffee, tea, red wine, and tobacco. It works on natural enamel only — existing crowns, veneers, and fillings keep whatever shade they were made in.
Orthodontic treatment straightens teeth and corrects bite problems using braces, clear aligners, or similar appliances over a period that commonly runs from about a year to several years depending on the case. It is offered to both children, where early evaluation can catch developing issues, and adults at any age. This page has the practice's contact details and full service list. Get in touch through it to ask questions or book a visit.
C, 2706, Harbor Boulevard, Costa Mesa, California
Closed · Opens today at 9:30 AM
Orthodontics is the documented focus in Costa Mesa; General Dentistry sits within 30 services on profile.
Harbor Modern Dentistry provides dental care on Harbor Boulevard in Costa Mesa, California. Implants are considered by many dentists the most durable way to replace a missing tooth, since the titanium post fuses with the jaw bone over several months and then supports a crown that functions much like a natural tooth. Enough healthy bone is the main prerequisite, and a graft can build that up first if needed.
Clear aligners straighten teeth through a series of custom, removable trays, each worn for one to two weeks before moving to the next in the sequence. They suit mild to moderate crowding and spacing well, and are worn roughly twenty to twenty-two hours a day for treatment to stay on schedule.
Traditional braces use brackets and wires to gradually move teeth into alignment, handling complex bite corrections and significant crowding more predictably than removable alternatives. Treatment commonly runs one to three years, with a retainer worn afterward to hold the result.
A veneer is a thin custom shell bonded to the front of a tooth to change its shape, length, or colour, most often used to address chips, gaps, or discoloration that whitening alone cannot fix. Traditional veneers require a small amount of enamel to be removed, which makes the change permanent.
Cosmetic treatment is generally the least invasive branch of dentistry, built around changing how teeth look rather than fixing something broken. Whitening and bonding sit at the lighter end; veneers and reshaping involve more planning. Most cosmetic dental insurance excludes this kind of work, since it is elective rather than medically necessary.
Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth, cleans and seals the space, and allows the natural tooth to be kept rather than extracted. Its reputation for being painful is largely outdated — carried out under local anaesthetic, it typically relieves pain rather than causing it. You can reach Harbor Modern Dentistry through this page to ask a question, check current availability, or request an appointment.
STE 120, 1202, Bristol Street, East Side Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, California
Closed · Opens today at 9 AM
Profile in Costa Mesa flags orthodontics; lists General Dentistry alongside 28 other documented services.
Based on Bristol Street in the East Side Costa Mesa area of Costa Mesa, California, Dentistry At Its Finest / Dental care: Costa Mesa is a dental practice serving the area. A dental implant replaces a missing tooth at the root, not just the crown — a small titanium post is placed in the jaw bone and, once it has integrated over a period of months, a replacement tooth is attached to it. It is generally the most durable option for a single missing tooth or several.
Clear aligners straighten teeth through a series of custom, removable trays, each worn for one to two weeks before moving to the next in the sequence. They suit mild to moderate crowding and spacing well, and are worn roughly twenty to twenty-two hours a day for treatment to stay on schedule.
Traditional braces use brackets and wires to gradually move teeth into alignment, handling complex bite corrections and significant crowding more predictably than removable alternatives. Treatment commonly runs one to three years, with a retainer worn afterward to hold the result.
A veneer is a thin custom shell bonded to the front of a tooth to change its shape, length, or colour, most often used to address chips, gaps, or discoloration that whitening alone cannot fix. Traditional veneers require a small amount of enamel to be removed, which makes the change permanent.
Cosmetic dentistry covers treatment aimed primarily at appearance — whitening, veneers, bonding, and reshaping among the more common options — for patients who are less concerned with a problem that hurts than with how their smile looks day to day. The right combination depends on what specifically you would like to change.
Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth, cleans and seals the space, and allows the natural tooth to be kept rather than extracted. Its reputation for being painful is largely outdated — carried out under local anaesthetic, it typically relieves pain rather than causing it. This page has the practice's contact details and full service list. Get in touch through it to ask questions or book a visit.
204, 1500, Adams Avenue, Mesa Verde, Costa Mesa, California
Closed · Opens today at 10 AM
Costa Mesa practice known for orthodontics, with General Dentistry among 21 documented procedures.
Emergency dental care covers sudden problems that will not wait for a routine appointment — severe pain, a knocked-out or fractured tooth, swelling, or a lost filling that leaves a tooth exposed.
104, 1700, Adams Avenue, Mesa Verde, Costa Mesa, California
Closed · Opens today at 9 AM
Documented for pediatric dentistry in Costa Mesa, with general dentistry on the service list and 7 procedures on file.
Emergency dental care covers sudden problems that will not wait for a routine appointment — severe pain, a knocked-out or fractured tooth, swelling, or a lost filling that leaves a tooth exposed. Periodontal care focuses on the health of the gums and the bone that supports the teeth, from preventive gum health checks through to deeper treatment once disease has taken hold.
208, 230, East 17th Street, East Side Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, California
Closed · Opens today at 9 AM
Dental Implants focus in Costa Mesa, with general dentistry listed among 7 documented services.
Emergency dental care covers sudden problems that will not wait for a routine appointment — severe pain, a knocked-out or fractured tooth, swelling, or a lost filling that leaves a tooth exposed.
104, 2675, Irvine Avenue, East Side Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, California
Closed · Opens today at 8:30 AM
Costa Mesa clinic with a pediatric dentistry specialty — General Dentistry is on file among 13 procedures.
Dr. Robert J. Herried, DDS is a dental practice on Irvine Avenue in the East Side Costa Mesa area of Costa Mesa, California. A dental implant replaces a missing tooth at the root, not just the crown — a small titanium post is placed in the jaw bone and, once it has integrated over a period of months, a replacement tooth is attached to it. It is generally the most durable option for a single missing tooth or several.
Clear aligners straighten teeth through a series of custom, removable trays, each worn for one to two weeks before moving to the next in the sequence. They suit mild to moderate crowding and spacing well, and are worn roughly twenty to twenty-two hours a day for treatment to stay on schedule.
A veneer is a thin custom shell bonded to the front of a tooth to change its shape, length, or colour, most often used to address chips, gaps, or discoloration that whitening alone cannot fix. Traditional veneers require a small amount of enamel to be removed, which makes the change permanent.
A crown covers an entire damaged tooth — used when too much structure is missing for a filling to hold reliably, whether from a large fracture, extensive decay, or after root canal treatment. It restores both the shape and the biting strength of the tooth underneath.
A bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring a false tooth to crowns placed on the teeth either side of the gap, creating a fixed replacement rather than a removable one. It is a longstanding alternative to an implant, particularly when the neighbouring teeth already need crowns.
Pediatric dental care is built around treating children specifically — dentists with additional training in child development and behaviour management, and offices designed to make a first visit unintimidating. Guidance generally points to a child's first dental visit around age one or within six months of the first tooth. This page has the practice's contact details and full service list. Get in touch through it to ask questions or book a visit.
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| # | Clinic | Smyleee | Wknd | Ins. | Fin. | Offers General Dentistry | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lollipop Dental - Costa Mesa | 89 | 4.9★(1,120) | ✓ | — | — | ✓ |
| 2 | Smiles4OC | 79 | 5.0★(318) | — | — | — | ✓ |
| 3 | Orange And Magnolia Dental Studio | 77 | 4.9★(215) | — | — | — | ✓ |
| 4 | Harbor Modern Dentistry | 74 | 4.9★(251) | ✓ | — | — | ✓ |
| 5 | Dentistry At Its Finest / Dental care: Costa Mesa | 76 | 4.7★(458) | — | — | — | ✓ |
| 6 | Nu Smile Dental Center: Sepideh Moeinolmolki, DDS | 72 | 4.9★(136) | — | — | — | ✓ |
| 7 | Costa Mesa Smiles Dental Office | 72 | 4.9★(111) | — | — | — | ✓ |
| 8 | SoCal Smiles Dentistry | 71 | 4.8★(148) | ✓ | — | — | ✓ |
| 9 | Dr. Robert J. Herried, DDS | 73 | 5.0★(9) | — | — | — | ✓ |
Smyleee Rating bands: 90+ Outstanding · 84–89 Excellent · 71–83 Very Good · 61–70 Good · below 61 Rated.
1 additional providers ranked below the Top 10 using the same algorithm. Updated monthly.
| # | Clinic | City | Smyleee | Reviews | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #11 | James J. Kim, DDS | Costa Mesa | 69.7 | 5.0★ | 4 | View → |
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General dentistry in Costa Mesa, California serves the patient community of a mid-Orange County city that is neither the luxury dental market of Newport Beach to its west nor the working-class immigrant community market of Santa Ana to its north — instead representing the broad middle of the Southern California suburban patient who expects digital-era general dentistry (intraoral scanning, same-day crown capability, online scheduling) at a price point that the Newport Beach practice cannot provide and the Santa Ana FQHC cannot always deliver. The South Coast Plaza proximity creates a commercial geography whose dental practice density is high and whose patient community includes both the Irvine tech professional commuting through Costa Mesa and the Costa Mesa blue-collar household whose Medi-Cal dental access depends on the Denti-Cal-participating general practice. UC Irvine does not have a dental school, so the nearest dental school clinical access for the cost-sensitive Costa Mesa patient is the advanced training programmes in Los Angeles (USC, UCLA) or the Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona.
Smyleee evaluated Costa Mesa general dental practices on examination protocol completeness and diagnostic quality, Denti-Cal and commercial dental insurance billing range, digital-era clinical technology adoption, Spanish-language team capability for the Orange County Latino patient community, geographic distribution across the Costa Mesa and adjacent Newport Beach and Santa Ana communities, practitioner credentials and continuing education investment, and clinical quality consistency across the full preventive and restorative general dental scope. These ten Costa Mesa practices are the general dentists the data confirmed as most reliably serving as a complete, accessible, and technology-current dental home for the full range of the Greater Costa Mesa patient community.
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