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Best overall
Smile L.A. Downtown Modern Dentistry
Best for General Dentistry.
Tradeoff: Weekend availability is not highlighted
Highest review signal
Dr. Arthur A. Kezian, DDS
Positive reviews across online portals, backed by 1205 reviews.
Useful when social proof matters more than pure proximity.
Best nearby alternative
Cal Dental Anaheim - Implant & Cosmetic Dentistry in Anaheim
Strong option in Anaheim if you are willing to travel for fit.
Outside Los Angeles, 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.
Los Angeles 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 orthodontist work done across the Los Angeles metro area.
This is the short list. Ten providers in Los Angeles, 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 orthodontist in Los Angeles, start here.
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Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS — BDS
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Price ranges reflect typical Los Angeles, 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 better place to start if your first question is whether coverage fit is documented clearly enough to reduce booking friction.
A cleaner first stop if weekday time is tight and you need a clinic that documents weekend availability.
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202, 523, West 6th Street, Downtown Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California • 1.2 km from Los Angeles Downtown
“Quality dental care in Los Angeles”
Top-rated dental practice in Los Angeles, California.
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because its profile is clearly positioned around General Dentistry and Cosmetic Dentistry, insurance acceptance is clearly documented, and it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 745 reviews.
What stands out
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
Los Angeles, California
1.2 km from Los Angeles Downtown
“Quality dental care in Los Angeles”
Top-rated dental practice in Los Angeles, California.
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because its profile is clearly positioned around General Dentistry and Cosmetic Dentistry, insurance acceptance is clearly documented, and it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 745 reviews.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
8540 S Sepulveda Blvd, Ste 918
Los Angeles, California
“Quality dental care in Los Angeles”
Top-rated dental practice in Los Angeles, California.
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because its profile is clearly positioned around General Dentistry and Cosmetic Dentistry, insurance acceptance and weekend availability are clearly documented, and it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 474 reviews.
What stands out
Tradeoff
Compare treatment fit and scheduling before booking
Los Angeles, California
“Quality dental care in Los Angeles”
Top-rated dental practice in Los Angeles, California.
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because its profile is clearly positioned around General Dentistry and Cosmetic Dentistry, insurance acceptance and weekend availability are clearly documented, and it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 474 reviews.
Tradeoff
Compare treatment fit and scheduling before booking
443, North Larchmont Boulevard, Larchmont
Los Angeles, California • 8.0 km from Los Angeles Downtown
“Quality dental care in Los Angeles”
Top-rated dental practice in Los Angeles, California.
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because its profile is clearly positioned around General Dentistry and Cosmetic Dentistry, insurance acceptance and weekend availability are clearly documented, and it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 1,205 reviews.
What stands out
Tradeoff
Compare treatment fit and scheduling before booking
Los Angeles, California
8.0 km from Los Angeles Downtown
“Quality dental care in Los Angeles”
Top-rated dental practice in Los Angeles, California.
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because its profile is clearly positioned around General Dentistry and Cosmetic Dentistry, insurance acceptance and weekend availability are clearly documented, and it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 1,205 reviews.
Tradeoff
Compare treatment fit and scheduling before booking
UNIT 330, 6801, Park Terrace, Westchester
Los Angeles, California • 16 km from Los Angeles Downtown
“Quality dental care in Los Angeles”
Top-rated dental practice in Los Angeles, California.
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because its profile is clearly positioned around General Dentistry and Cosmetic Dentistry, insurance acceptance is clearly documented, and it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 590 reviews.
What stands out
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
Los Angeles, California
16 km from Los Angeles Downtown
“Quality dental care in Los Angeles”
Top-rated dental practice in Los Angeles, California.
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because its profile is clearly positioned around General Dentistry and Cosmetic Dentistry, insurance acceptance is clearly documented, and it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 590 reviews.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
Excellent clinics, but outside Los Angeles.
3006, West Lincoln Avenue, Southwest Anaheim
Anaheim, California • 34 km from Los Angeles Downtown
Welcome to Cal Dental Anaheim! Our office has been established in 2016 and since then, our priority has been always patient-centered care. Dr. Jun-Young Yang who is an owner dentist of Cal Dental Anaheim has earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC and he also earned his Master of Science in Dentistry degree at Seoul National University School of Dentistry in Seoul, South Korea. Dr. Yang is selected as one of the Top implant Clinician of the year f
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because weekend availability is clearly documented, it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 189 reviews, and its 78.0 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field.
What stands out
Tradeoff
Outside Los Angeles proper
Anaheim, California
34 km from Los Angeles Downtown
Welcome to Cal Dental Anaheim! Our office has been established in 2016 and since then, our priority has been always patient-centered care. Dr. Jun-Young Yang who is an owner dentist of Cal Dental Anaheim has earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC and he also earned his Master of Science in Dentistry degree at Seoul National University School of Dentistry in Seoul, South Korea. Dr. Yang is selected as one of the Top implant Clinician of the year f
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because weekend availability is clearly documented, it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 189 reviews, and its 78.0 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field.
Tradeoff
Outside Los Angeles proper
823, Atlantic Avenue, Downtown
Long Beach, California • 31 km from Los Angeles Downtown
At Salem Dentistry in Long Beach, California, Roxana Salem MD and the highly qualified staff specialize in high-quality, minimally invasive dentistry. The team focuses on dentistry that gives patients excellent dental health and appearance. The clinic offers services to all ages, making Salem Dentistry a one-stop shop for the entire family’s dental needs. Compassionate, expert pediatric dentistry is offered for children. Salem Dentistry aims to address the concerns of all patients and thoroughly
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 138 reviews, it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list, and its 78.8 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field.
What stands out
Tradeoff
Outside Los Angeles proper
Long Beach, California
31 km from Los Angeles Downtown
At Salem Dentistry in Long Beach, California, Roxana Salem MD and the highly qualified staff specialize in high-quality, minimally invasive dentistry. The team focuses on dentistry that gives patients excellent dental health and appearance. The clinic offers services to all ages, making Salem Dentistry a one-stop shop for the entire family’s dental needs. Compassionate, expert pediatric dentistry is offered for children. Salem Dentistry aims to address the concerns of all patients and thoroughly
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 138 reviews, it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list, and its 78.8 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field.
Tradeoff
Outside Los Angeles proper
Suite 104, 1321, North Harbor Boulevard
Fullerton, California • 35 km from Los Angeles Downtown
Welcome to our PRACTICE Getting a “Wow! You have a beautiful smile!” is an amazing confidence boost – let Dr. Sharon’s super gentle dentistry help your smile glow! Our practice is popular because of: Top Talent, Technology, & Techniques — Dr. Sharon graduated with highest honors from John Hopkins University and USC. She currently runs this private, fee-for-service practice and consults on special cases for a number of local dentists. Protect your smile with her renowned dental expertise and
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 143 reviews, it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list, and its 75.7 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field.
What stands out
Tradeoff
Outside Los Angeles proper
Fullerton, California
35 km from Los Angeles Downtown
Welcome to our PRACTICE Getting a “Wow! You have a beautiful smile!” is an amazing confidence boost – let Dr. Sharon’s super gentle dentistry help your smile glow! Our practice is popular because of: Top Talent, Technology, & Techniques — Dr. Sharon graduated with highest honors from John Hopkins University and USC. She currently runs this private, fee-for-service practice and consults on special cases for a number of local dentists. Protect your smile with her renowned dental expertise and
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 143 reviews, it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list, and its 75.7 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field.
Tradeoff
Outside Los Angeles proper
94, 50, South Anaheim Boulevard, Downtown Anaheim
Anaheim, California • 39 km from Los Angeles Downtown
Dental Group of Anaheim is one of your top choices for excellent customer service, affordable prices, and high-quality dentistry. We believe everyone deserves dental services that are inexpensive, dependable, and satisfactory. Our dentists and bilingual staff members cater to English, Spanish, and Korean speakers in our inclusive family practice. We strive to create an uplifting, positive energy while aiming to give every patient an outstanding dental experience. Visit us today for trusted compr
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because weekend availability is clearly documented, its 72.3 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 89 reviews.
What stands out
Tradeoff
Outside Los Angeles proper
Anaheim, California
39 km from Los Angeles Downtown
Dental Group of Anaheim is one of your top choices for excellent customer service, affordable prices, and high-quality dentistry. We believe everyone deserves dental services that are inexpensive, dependable, and satisfactory. Our dentists and bilingual staff members cater to English, Spanish, and Korean speakers in our inclusive family practice. We strive to create an uplifting, positive energy while aiming to give every patient an outstanding dental experience. Visit us today for trusted compr
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because weekend availability is clearly documented, its 72.3 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 89 reviews.
Tradeoff
Outside Los Angeles proper
1418 7th St Ste 101, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA
Santa Monica, CA • 23 km from Los Angeles Downtown
Our team at Santa Monica Esthetic Dentistry is devoted to providing you a healthy smile and a satisfying dental care experience in Santa Monica, California. Not only will we carefully advise you regarding your treatment, but we also do our best to be there for you every step of your oral journey. Regardless of your needs, we are here to get you back on track to a more rejuvenated smile. We are a fun, immaculate and loving team! At our dental office, we take great care in creating an environment
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because weekend availability is clearly documented, it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list, and its 38.0 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field.
What stands out
Tradeoff
Outside Los Angeles proper
Santa Monica, CA
23 km from Los Angeles Downtown
Our team at Santa Monica Esthetic Dentistry is devoted to providing you a healthy smile and a satisfying dental care experience in Santa Monica, California. Not only will we carefully advise you regarding your treatment, but we also do our best to be there for you every step of your oral journey. Regardless of your needs, we are here to get you back on track to a more rejuvenated smile. We are a fun, immaculate and loving team! At our dental office, we take great care in creating an environment
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because weekend availability is clearly documented, it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list, and its 38.0 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field.
Tradeoff
Outside Los Angeles proper
2291 North Tustin Avenue, Orange, CA 92866, USA
Orange, CA • 49 km from Los Angeles Downtown
Dental Spa of Orange delivers exceptional dentistry in a modern, comfortable environment. Located in Orange, CA, they serve patients from surrounding areas including Villa Park, Anaheim Hills, North Tustin, El Modena, and Santa Ana. Their comprehensive services include preventative care, cosmetic dentistry, oral surgery, dental implants, orthodontics, and emergency dentistry. The practice features a highly skilled multi-specialty team including general dentists Dr. Valay Desai and Dr. Prashant A
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because its 34.0 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field.
What stands out
Tradeoff
Outside Los Angeles proper
Orange, CA
49 km from Los Angeles Downtown
Dental Spa of Orange delivers exceptional dentistry in a modern, comfortable environment. Located in Orange, CA, they serve patients from surrounding areas including Villa Park, Anaheim Hills, North Tustin, El Modena, and Santa Ana. Their comprehensive services include preventative care, cosmetic dentistry, oral surgery, dental implants, orthodontics, and emergency dentistry. The practice features a highly skilled multi-specialty team including general dentists Dr. Valay Desai and Dr. Prashant A
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because its 34.0 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field.
Tradeoff
Outside Los Angeles proper
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| Clinic | City | Smyleee Rating | Reviews | Weekends | Insurance | Financing | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile L.A. Downtown Modern Dentistry | Los Angeles | 76.2 | 745 | Not shown | Yes | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Los Angeles Dental Arts | Los Angeles | 72.6 | 474 | Yes | Yes | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Dr. Arthur A. Kezian, DDS | Los Angeles | 77.0 | 1205 | Yes | Yes | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Playa District Dental | Los Angeles | 77.0 | 590 | Not shown | Yes | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Cal Dental Anaheim - Implant & Cosmetic Dentistry in Anaheim | Anaheim | 78.0 | 189 | Yes | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Salem Dentistry: Roxana Salem, DDS | Long Beach | 78.8 | 138 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Sharon J Lee, DDS - Anaheim, CA | Fullerton | 75.7 | 143 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Dental Group of Anaheim | Anaheim | 72.3 | 89 | Yes | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Santa Monica Esthetic Dentistry | Santa Monica | 38.0 | — | Yes | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Dental Spa of Orange | Orange | 34.0 | — | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
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