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Best overall
Japantown Dental: Alex H. Mendoza, DDS
Best for General Dentistry.
Tradeoff: Weekend availability is not highlighted
Highest review signal
Highland Dental of Hayward
Positive reviews across online portals, backed by 554 reviews.
Useful when social proof matters more than pure proximity.
Best nearby alternative
Highland Dental of Hayward
Strong option in Hayward if you are willing to travel for fit.
Outside San Jose, 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 Jose 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 general dentists work done across the San Jose metro area.
This is the short list. Ten providers in San Jose, California 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 general dentists in San Jose, start here.
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Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS — BDS
Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan
Price ranges reflect typical San Jose, California 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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279 reviews
90, East Taylor Street, Central San Jose
San Jose, California • 1.6 km from San Jose - California 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
Weekend hours are not highlighted
279 reviews
San Jose, California
1.6 km from San Jose - California 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
Weekend hours are not highlighted
317 reviews
suite a, 1706, Willow Street, Willow Glen
San Jose, California • 4.4 km from San Jose - California Downtown
Willow Glen Dental Specialists is a dental care practice serving patients in the San Jose, California area. Services include periodontics, orthodontics, endodontics such as root canal, orthodontics such as Invisalign®, and many other dental care services of all types. The practice is proud to deliver the best in all areas of specialty dental care, all under one roof. The Willow Glen Dental Specialists team works closely with general dentists from around the San Jose area to ensure that patients
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 317 reviews, it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list, and its 79.8 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field.
What stands out
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Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
317 reviews
San Jose, California
4.4 km from San Jose - California Downtown
Willow Glen Dental Specialists is a dental care practice serving patients in the San Jose, California area. Services include periodontics, orthodontics, endodontics such as root canal, orthodontics such as Invisalign®, and many other dental care services of all types. The practice is proud to deliver the best in all areas of specialty dental care, all under one roof. The Willow Glen Dental Specialists team works closely with general dentists from around the San Jose area to ensure that patients
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 317 reviews, it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list, and its 79.8 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 23, 2026.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
198 reviews
920, North Bascom Avenue, Rose Garden
San Jose, California • 3.9 km from San Jose - California 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
Weekend hours are not highlighted
198 reviews
San Jose, California
3.9 km from San Jose - California 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
Weekend hours are not highlighted
143 reviews
222, 1569, Lexan Ave, Evergreen
San Jose, California • 7.4 km from San Jose - California Downtown
Our goal is to provide the highest quality pediatric dental and orthodontic care with exceptional service by going the extra mile before, during, and after treatment to establish a lifelong relationship with our patients. Dr. Suzanne Nguyen, our pediatric dentist, and Dr. Daniel Nguyen, our orthodontist, are leading specialists in their field in San Jose and the Bay Area. Our modern and state-of-the-art office is equipped with the latest technology in sterilization, virtual digital study models,
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 143 reviews and its 74.1 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
Weekend hours are not highlighted
143 reviews
San Jose, California
7.4 km from San Jose - California Downtown
Our goal is to provide the highest quality pediatric dental and orthodontic care with exceptional service by going the extra mile before, during, and after treatment to establish a lifelong relationship with our patients. Dr. Suzanne Nguyen, our pediatric dentist, and Dr. Daniel Nguyen, our orthodontist, are leading specialists in their field in San Jose and the Bay Area. Our modern and state-of-the-art office is equipped with the latest technology in sterilization, virtual digital study models,
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 143 reviews and its 74.1 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
Weekend hours are not highlighted
76 reviews
STE 202, 155, North Jackson Avenue, Alum Rock
San Jose, California • 4.8 km from San Jose - California Downtown
Our Mission is to provide high quality dentistry in a calm and comfortable environment. We strive to help our patients achieve and maintain optimal oral health. We prioritize our patients. We listen to their concerns and treat them with respect and dignity. We also hope to educate our patients on how to maintain their oral health, emphasizing preventative rather than reactive treatment. Our team has a pursuit of excellence and a commitment to delivering high quality dentistry that has been prove
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 76 reviews, it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list, and its 73.5 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field.
What stands out
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Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Tradeoff
Insurance support is not clearly highlighted
76 reviews
San Jose, California
4.8 km from San Jose - California Downtown
Our Mission is to provide high quality dentistry in a calm and comfortable environment. We strive to help our patients achieve and maintain optimal oral health. We prioritize our patients. We listen to their concerns and treat them with respect and dignity. We also hope to educate our patients on how to maintain their oral health, emphasizing preventative rather than reactive treatment. Our team has a pursuit of excellence and a commitment to delivering high quality dentistry that has been prove
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 76 reviews, it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list, and its 73.5 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
Insurance support is not clearly highlighted
Excellent clinics, but outside San Jose.
554 reviews
1372, A Street, Upper B Street
Hayward, California • 41 km from San Jose - California 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
Outside San Jose proper
554 reviews
Hayward, California
41 km from San Jose - California 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
Outside San Jose proper
232 reviews
A, 1680, B Street, Upper B Street
Hayward, California • 41 km from San Jose - California 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 232 reviews, it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list, and its 79.8 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 San Jose proper
232 reviews
Hayward, California
41 km from San Jose - California 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 232 reviews, it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list, and its 79.8 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 Apr 18, 2026.
Tradeoff
Outside San Jose proper
377 reviews
2, 24901, Santa Clara Street, Harder-Tennyson
Hayward, California • 39 km from San Jose - California 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, it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list, and its 76.6 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 Jose proper
377 reviews
Hayward, California
39 km from San Jose - California 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, it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list, and its 76.6 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 Apr 16, 2026.
Tradeoff
Outside San Jose proper
150 reviews
22610, 6th Street, Upper B Street
Hayward, California • 41 km from San Jose - California 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, it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list, and its 76.2 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 Jose proper
150 reviews
Hayward, California
41 km from San Jose - California 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, it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list, and its 76.2 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 Apr 17, 2026.
Tradeoff
Outside San Jose proper
33 reviews
713, A Street
Hayward, California • 41 km from San Jose - California Downtown
Welcome to A Street Dental, where smiles are created daily! If you are looking for a truly wonderful caring dentist and friendly helpful team, we can help you at A Street Dental. Please feel free to browse through our website to get to know Dr. Quynh Tonnu and her staff. We are currently accepting new patients so feel free
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list, it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 33 reviews, and its 72.0 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 Jose proper
33 reviews
Hayward, California
41 km from San Jose - California Downtown
Welcome to A Street Dental, where smiles are created daily! If you are looking for a truly wonderful caring dentist and friendly helpful team, we can help you at A Street Dental. Please feel free to browse through our website to get to know Dr. Quynh Tonnu and her staff. We are currently accepting new patients so feel free
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list, it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 33 reviews, and its 72.0 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 22, 2026.
Tradeoff
Outside San Jose proper
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| Clinic | City | Smyleee Rating | Reviews | Weekends | Insurance | Financing | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japantown Dental: Alex H. Mendoza, DDS | San Jose | 80.2 | 279 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Willow Glen Dental Specialists | San Jose | 79.8 | 317 | 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 |
| San Jose Dental Specialists | San Jose | 74.1 | 143 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Smiles of San Jose | San Jose | 73.5 | 76 | Yes | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Highland Dental of Hayward | Hayward | 80.6 | 554 | Yes | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Eden Dental Center | Hayward | 79.8 | 232 | 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 |
| A Street Dental | Hayward | 72.0 | 33 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
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