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Top 10 Sedation Dentist in Oakland California

Compare Oakland-area clinics on reviews, service fit, insurance, and booking convenience.

Reviewed July 30, 2026Ranking recomputed July 1, 20264 clinicsDr Maqsud Mallick, BDSHow we rank
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Quick Answer

Which clinic looks strongest at a glance?

We prioritize local relevance, review strength, service breadth, access, price clarity, and patient experience signals.

At A Glance

  • Dragon Dental is the strongest overall starting point in Oakland if you want a dependable option for orthodontics.
  • The Dental Touch Oakland has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.

Best overall

Dragon Dental

Best for Sedation Dentistry.

Tradeoff: Insurance support is not clearly highlighted

Highest review signal

The Dental Touch Oakland

The deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page across available portals.

Useful when social proof matters more than pure proximity.

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4 listings on this page

88.9Dragon Dental84.0Advanced Dental Concepts of Oakland75.8The Dental Touch Oakland82.0Joshua B. Bernstein, DDS

Quick Summary

4 clinics scored on this page

88.9

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Smyleee Ratings are editorial signals based on reviews, quality of care, and patient feedback. Close scores should be treated as broadly comparable.

Sedation Dentist Costs in Oakland, California (2026)

Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan

ProcedureTypical Cost
Nitrous oxide (laughing gas)$50 – $150
Oral sedation (pill-based)$200 – $500
IV sedation (per hour)$250 – $900
General anesthesia$300 – $1,000
Sedation consultation$50 – $200
Sedation for dental implant procedure$300 – $800
Sedation for wisdom teeth extraction$200 – $600

Price ranges reflect typical Oakland, California pricing as of 2026. Actual costs vary by provider, complexity, and insurance coverage. Contact clinics directly for personalized quotes.

Prices verified Jul 30, 2026

What matters most to you?

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Best overall

Dragon Dental

Smyleee 88.9

A strong all-around pick if you want a reliable local choice for orthodontics.

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Highest review volume

The Dental Touch Oakland

384 reviews

Useful if you want the option with the deepest visible review signal before narrowing further.

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Another strong option

Advanced Dental Concepts of Oakland

Smyleee 84.0

A solid alternative if the first two aren't the right fit — ranks highly on the same page.

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Top Clinics in Oakland Proper

Only clinics physically located in Oakland appear in this primary ranking.

1

Dragon Dental

4.9(485)·414 m from Oakland Downtown
89Smyleee

1808, Franklin Street, Downtown Oakland, Oakland, California

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Documented for orthodontics in Oakland, with sedation dentistry on the service list and 17 procedures on file.

More about sedation dentistry at this clinic

Sedation dentistry is available for anxiety management and procedure consolidation.

Services:Sedation DentistryBracesCAD/CAM Dental RestorationsComprehensive Dental Care+13 more
Offers Sedation DentistrySmyleee 89/1004.9★ · 485 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forSedation Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Sedation Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 485 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 89/100.
Stands outOffers Sedation Dentistry · Smyleee 89/100 · 4.9★ · 485 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published17 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 8, 2026
2

Advanced Dental Concepts of Oakland

4.6(381)·345 m from Oakland Downtown
84Smyleee

1708, Franklin Street, Downtown Oakland, Oakland, California

Closed · Opens Monday at 7:30 AM

Orthodontics focus in Oakland, with sedation dentistry listed among 26 documented services.

More about sedation dentistry at this clinic

Sedation dentistry is available for procedure consolidation or anxiety management.

Services:Sedation DentistryCAD/CAM Dental RestorationsComprehensive Dental CareCosmetic Dentistry+22 more
Offers Sedation DentistrySmyleee 84/1004.6★ · 381 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forSedation Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Sedation Dentistry, 4.6★ Google rating across 381 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 84/100.
Stands outOffers Sedation Dentistry · Smyleee 84/100 · 4.6★ · 381 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published26 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 9, 2026
3

The Dental Touch Oakland

4.7(384)·3.2 km from Oakland Downtown
76Smyleee

4215, Piedmont Avenue, Piedmont Avenue, Oakland, California

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Oakland clinic with a invisalign specialty — Sedation Dentistry is on file among 24 procedures.

More about sedation dentistry at this clinic

The team of dental experts at The Dental Touch offers an extensive array of dental services, including restorative dentistry, general dentistry, oral surgery, conscious oral sedation, and dental implants.

Services:Sedation DentistryCAD/CAM Dental RestorationsCosmetic ContouringCosmetic Dentistry+20 more
Offers Sedation Dentistry4.7★ · 384 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forSedation Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Sedation Dentistry and 4.7★ Google rating across 384 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Sedation Dentistry · 4.7★ · 384 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published24 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 12, 2026
4

Joshua B. Bernstein, DDS

4.9(38)·2.1 km from Oakland Downtown
82Smyleee

Suite 903, 3300, Webster Street, Pill Hill, Oakland, California

Closed · Opens Monday at 12 PM

Orthodontics is the documented focus in Oakland; Sedation Dentistry sits within 8 services on profile.

More about sedation dentistry at this clinic

IV and oral sedation dentistry are both offered. The practice explicitly states IV (intravenous) and pill (oral) sedation as two separate options — a meaningful clinical distinction. Oral sedation produces a moderate anxiolytic effect suitable for patients with mild-to-moderate dental anxiety. IV sedation provides deeper conscious sedation, allowing patients with severe dental anxiety or those undergoing complex multi-procedure appointments to complete treatment in a state of deep comfort.

Services:Sedation DentistryBracesCosmetic DentistryDental Implants+4 more
Offers Sedation Dentistry
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Why this ranks
Best forSedation Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Sedation Dentistry and Smyleee Rating 82/100.
Stands outOffers Sedation Dentistry
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published8 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Apr 19, 2026

Side-by-Side Comparison

Hard signals for every sedation dentistry provider on this list — no opinions, just verifiable data.

#ClinicSmyleeeGoogleWkndIns.Fin.Offers
Sedation Dentistry
1Dragon Dental894.9★(485)✓——✓
2Advanced Dental Concepts of Oakland844.6★(381)———✓
3The Dental Touch Oakland764.7★(384)✓——✓
4Joshua B. Bernstein, DDS824.9★(38)———✓

Smyleee Rating bands: 90+ Outstanding · 84–89 Excellent · 71–83 Very Good · 61–70 Good · below 61 Rated.

How to Choose a Dentist in Oakland - California

Use the ranking as a starting point, then narrow the shortlist based on the kind of care you actually need.

If you want routine or family care

Prioritize review consistency, insurance friendliness, practical hours, and a broad general-dentistry service mix over marketing language alone.

If urgency matters

Confirm same-day capacity, after-hours guidance, and whether the clinic handles urgent restorative work in-house or refers out.

If affordability matters most

Compare financing signals, insurance notes, and the local cost guide. A higher-ranked clinic is not automatically the best value for your specific treatment.

Questions to ask before booking

  • Do you accept my insurance or offer payment plans?
  • Are you taking new patients right now?
  • Do you handle my treatment in-house?
  • What is the total expected cost before treatment starts?
EditorialUpdated July 30, 2026Independently reviewed

Oakland 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 sedation dentist work done across the Oakland metro area.

This is the short list. Ten providers in Oakland, 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 sedation dentist in Oakland, start here.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud Mallick — BDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

The cost of sedation dentistry in Oakland depends on the specific treatment, materials, and your insurance coverage. Use the price guide on this page as a benchmark and confirm exact fees with the clinic before booking.
A sedation for dental implant procedure in Oakland typically ranges $300 – $800 (July 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A sedation for wisdom teeth extraction in Oakland typically ranges $200 – $600 (July 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
An oral sedation (pill-based) in Oakland typically ranges $200 – $500 (July 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks Oakland sedation dentistry clinics on a weighted score: verified patient reviews (30%), clinical credentials and expertise (20%), technology and equipment (15%), accessibility (15%), pricing transparency (10%), and patient experience (10%). The list is recomputed from current data and independently reviewed by Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS.
The ranking is recalculated on a rolling basis from current review and profile data and was last reviewed in July 2026. Clinics can move up or down as their underlying data changes.
Prioritise verified credentials and relevant training, modern equipment and sterilisation standards, a strong and recent review history, transparent pricing, and clear communication about treatment options. Confirm the clinic is taking new patients and offers sedation dentistry before booking.
Many clinics in Oakland accept major dental insurance and offer financing such as in-house payment plans or third-party options like CareCredit for larger treatments. Coverage and financing vary by practice — confirm your plan is accepted and ask about phased or monthly payment options before treatment begins.

How We Vet Each Clinic

Every clinic on this list passes our verification process

  • License & standing verified — active California dental license confirmed with no disciplinary actions.
  • Patient review volume checked — minimum verified patient reviews across Google with a strong average rating.
  • Local presence confirmed — verified physical practice in the Oakland metro area with established patient base.
  • Technology & equipment assessed — modern dental technology and sterilization standards evaluated.
  • Transparent pricing reviewed — clear communication of costs, financing options, and insurance acceptance.

How We Scored the Best Clinics

Our transparent ranking methodology

Verified patient reviews & outcomes30%
Sedation Dentist expertise & credentials20%
Technology investment & modern equipment15%
Accessibility (hours, location, scheduling ease)15%
Transparent pricing & financing options10%
Patient experience & comfort measures10%

How This Page Was Reviewed

We want this page to help users choose confidently, not just scroll a list.

Editorial checks

  • Locality and city fit
  • Review strength and rating consistency
  • Services, hours, insurance, and profile completeness
  • Paid placements kept separate from organic rankings

Transparency

  • Content updated: July 30, 2026
  • Ranking last recomputed: July 1, 2026
  • Medical reviewer: Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS
  • Clinic verification dates reflect the latest synced or modified profile timestamp
  • Organic rankings are algorithmic, sponsored rows are labeled
  • Clinics can move up or down when underlying data changes

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