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Best overall
Washington Square Park Dental
Best for Cosmetic Dentistry.
Tradeoff: Weekend availability is not highlighted
Highest review signal
Highland Dental of Hayward
549 reviews and a 4.9 Google rating.
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 Francisco, 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 Francisco 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 San Francisco metro area.
This is the short list. Ten providers in San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, start here.
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OUR BUSINESS IS TAKING CARE OF PEOPLE Washington Square Park Dental is located in San Francisco's beautiful North Beach neighborhood - just off the beautiful Washington Square Park on Columbus Avenue. Our business was built to deliver a the highest standard of dental services and care to patients in the Bay Area. We’re situated in a LEED-certified space that was recently voted one of the world's coolest offices according to Inc. Magazine and we pride ourselves on delivering incredible care by pu
Best for
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
San Francisco location, 5.0 Google rating, 374 reviews.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
1719, Powell Street, Russian Hill, San Francisco, California
OUR BUSINESS IS TAKING CARE OF PEOPLE Washington Square Park Dental is located in San Francisco's beautiful North Beach neighborhood - just off the beautiful Washington Square Park on Columbus Avenue. Our business was built to deliver a the highest standard of dental services and care to patients in the Bay Area. We’re situated in a LEED-certified space that was recently voted one of the world's coolest offices according to Inc. Magazine and we pride ourselves on delivering incredible care by pu
Best for
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
San Francisco location, 5.0 Google rating, 374 reviews.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
1719, Powell Street, Russian Hill, San Francisco, California
“Treat your smile, treat your soul.”
At Zen Dental Studio, we believe a beautiful smile starts from within. Equipped with latest technology, our expert staff provides exceptional dental care within a space designed for personal rejuvenation and renewal. At Zen Dental Studio, nothing is more important than the highest quality of care. From state-of-the-art equipment to regular doctor training, our team remains at the forefront of modern dentistry. We incorporate the latest medical developments to ensure our patients’ care is fast, p
Best for
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
San Francisco location, 4.9 Google rating, 281 reviews.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
254, 5th Street, SoMa, San Francisco, California
“Treat your smile, treat your soul.”
At Zen Dental Studio, we believe a beautiful smile starts from within. Equipped with latest technology, our expert staff provides exceptional dental care within a space designed for personal rejuvenation and renewal. At Zen Dental Studio, nothing is more important than the highest quality of care. From state-of-the-art equipment to regular doctor training, our team remains at the forefront of modern dentistry. We incorporate the latest medical developments to ensure our patients’ care is fast, p
Best for
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
San Francisco location, 4.9 Google rating, 281 reviews.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
254, 5th Street, SoMa, San Francisco, California
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
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
San Francisco location, 4.7 Google rating, 264 reviews.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
498, Jackson Street, North Beach, San Francisco, California
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
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
San Francisco location, 4.7 Google rating, 264 reviews.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
498, Jackson Street, North Beach, San Francisco, California
Established in 1992. Welcome to the Pacific Heights dental office of Dr. Afshin Rahimi. We are conveniently located at 2007 Divisadero Street, San Francisco, CA. We have taken the time to carefully assemble a team of highly skilled and experienced dental professionals. Most members of our team have been with us for years and enjoy getting to know our patients and understand their unique needs and wants. Our team is dedicated to staying on top of the latest developments in dentistry in order to p
Best for
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
San Francisco location, 4.8 Google rating, broad service mix.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
2007, Divisadero Street, Pacific Heights, San Francisco, California
Established in 1992. Welcome to the Pacific Heights dental office of Dr. Afshin Rahimi. We are conveniently located at 2007 Divisadero Street, San Francisco, CA. We have taken the time to carefully assemble a team of highly skilled and experienced dental professionals. Most members of our team have been with us for years and enjoy getting to know our patients and understand their unique needs and wants. Our team is dedicated to staying on top of the latest developments in dentistry in order to p
Best for
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
San Francisco location, 4.8 Google rating, broad service mix.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
2007, Divisadero Street, Pacific Heights, San Francisco, California
A smile brings out the best in everyone. We invite you to visit our beautiful and spacious suite to see how you can enhance your natural smile. With today’s modern technology and materials, cosmetic and restorative care can help you look younger and feel healthier. Our comfort-based dentistry consists of more than just caring doctors, an incredible staff, and the latest in dental technology. Our patients are pampered with warm blankets, soft neckroll pillows, and noise-canceling headphones. Our
Best for
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
San Francisco location, 4.9 Google rating.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
2234, 450, Sutter Street, Union Square, San Francisco, California
A smile brings out the best in everyone. We invite you to visit our beautiful and spacious suite to see how you can enhance your natural smile. With today’s modern technology and materials, cosmetic and restorative care can help you look younger and feel healthier. Our comfort-based dentistry consists of more than just caring doctors, an incredible staff, and the latest in dental technology. Our patients are pampered with warm blankets, soft neckroll pillows, and noise-canceling headphones. Our
Best for
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
San Francisco location, 4.9 Google rating.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
2234, 450, Sutter Street, Union Square, San Francisco, California
Excellent clinics, but outside San Francisco.
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
Bone Grafting
Why we included it
Hayward location outside San Francisco, 4.9 Google rating, 549 reviews.
What stands out
Tradeoff
Outside San Francisco proper
1372, A Street, Upper B Street, Hayward, California
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
Bone Grafting
Why we included it
Hayward location outside San Francisco, 4.9 Google rating, 549 reviews.
Tradeoff
Outside San Francisco proper
1372, A Street, Upper B Street, Hayward, California
Hello and welcome to Uptown Dental! My name is Dr. Christopher Thomas and I am very excited for the opportunity to get to know you and become your dentist! My mission is to give you outstanding dental care and the attention needed to maintain your oral health for a lifetime. I'm committed to providing you with exceptional and honest dental care in a comfortable and personal setting. I hope to create a lasting relationship with you and your family and watch you maintain, transform and enhance you
Best for
Crowns & Bridges
Why we included it
Oakland location outside San Francisco, 5.0 Google rating, 129 reviews.
What stands out
Tradeoff
Outside San Francisco proper
1701, San Pablo Avenue, Downtown Oakland, Oakland, California
Hello and welcome to Uptown Dental! My name is Dr. Christopher Thomas and I am very excited for the opportunity to get to know you and become your dentist! My mission is to give you outstanding dental care and the attention needed to maintain your oral health for a lifetime. I'm committed to providing you with exceptional and honest dental care in a comfortable and personal setting. I hope to create a lasting relationship with you and your family and watch you maintain, transform and enhance you
Best for
Crowns & Bridges
Why we included it
Oakland location outside San Francisco, 5.0 Google rating, 129 reviews.
Tradeoff
Outside San Francisco proper
1701, San Pablo Avenue, Downtown Oakland, Oakland, California
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
Dental Bridges
Why we included it
Hayward location outside San Francisco, 4.8 Google rating, broad service mix.
What stands out
Tradeoff
Outside San Francisco proper
SUITE E, 21471, Foothill Boulevard, North Hayward, Hayward, California
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
Dental Bridges
Why we included it
Hayward location outside San Francisco, 4.8 Google rating, broad service mix.
Tradeoff
Outside San Francisco proper
SUITE E, 21471, Foothill Boulevard, North Hayward, Hayward, California
Best Dental Clinic San Francisco - Anchor Dental, located at 345 W Portal Ave #210, San Francisco, CA 94127, is a neighborhood family dental practice dedicated to providing high-quality comprehensive care in a professional and respectful environment. With over twenty-five years of experience in general and cosmetic dentistry, the practice is led by esteemed doctors Dr. Esra Salihoglu Yener and Dr. Julia Hallisy, who bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to their patients. The practice offers
Best for
Comprehensive Dental Care
Why we included it
345 W Portal Ave #210 location outside San Francisco, broad service mix, weekend access.
What stands out
Tradeoff
Outside San Francisco proper
345 W Portal Ave #210, San Francisco, CA 94127, 345 W Portal Ave #210, San Francisco
Best Dental Clinic San Francisco - Anchor Dental, located at 345 W Portal Ave #210, San Francisco, CA 94127, is a neighborhood family dental practice dedicated to providing high-quality comprehensive care in a professional and respectful environment. With over twenty-five years of experience in general and cosmetic dentistry, the practice is led by esteemed doctors Dr. Esra Salihoglu Yener and Dr. Julia Hallisy, who bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to their patients. The practice offers
Best for
Comprehensive Dental Care
Why we included it
345 W Portal Ave #210 location outside San Francisco, broad service mix, weekend access.
Tradeoff
Outside San Francisco proper
345 W Portal Ave #210, San Francisco, CA 94127, 345 W Portal Ave #210, San Francisco
Campus Dental Care is the preferred choice by many students as our dentists’ are highly qualified and experience in providing general services and cosmetic dentistry while working around your class schedule! We are conveniently located on University avenue between Shattuck and campus. There is no need for a car, or bus, or shuttle. On your first consultation, you will find our office very friendly and our service excellent. You will get the chance to go over your needs, goals and concerns. Campu
Best for
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
Berkeley location outside San Francisco, broad service mix.
Tradeoff
Outside San Francisco proper
2136 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA, Berkeley, CA
Campus Dental Care is the preferred choice by many students as our dentists’ are highly qualified and experience in providing general services and cosmetic dentistry while working around your class schedule! We are conveniently located on University avenue between Shattuck and campus. There is no need for a car, or bus, or shuttle. On your first consultation, you will find our office very friendly and our service excellent. You will get the chance to go over your needs, goals and concerns. Campu
Best for
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
Berkeley location outside San Francisco, broad service mix.
Tradeoff
Outside San Francisco proper
2136 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA, Berkeley, CA
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| Clinic | City | Smyleee Rating | Reviews | Weekends | Insurance | Financing | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Square Park Dental | San Francisco | 81.0 | 374 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Cosmetic Dentistry |
| Zen Dental Studio | San Francisco | 77.6 | 281 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Cosmetic Dentistry |
| Uno Dental San Francisco | San Francisco | 79.8 | 264 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Cosmetic Dentistry |
| Afshin Rahimi, DMD | San Francisco | 76.5 | 53 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Cosmetic Dentistry |
| Caroline M. Le, DDS | San Francisco | 76.7 | 49 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Cosmetic Dentistry |
| Highland Dental of Hayward | Hayward | 80.6 | 549 | Yes | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Bone Grafting |
| Uptown Dental - Christopher Thomas D.D.S. | Oakland | 75.8 | 129 | Yes | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Crowns & Bridges |
| Grovehill Family Dental | Hayward | 78.0 | 92 | Yes | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Dental Bridges |
| Anchor Dental | 345 W Portal Ave #210 | 38.0 | — | Yes | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Comprehensive Dental Care |
| Campus Dental Care | Berkeley | 42.0 | — | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Cosmetic Dentistry |
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