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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 tooth decay treatment 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 tooth decay treatment in Los Angeles, start here.
Medically reviewed by
Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS — BDS
Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan
Prices sourced from Bauer Dental Center, CareCredit, Humana, Captain Dental California, and Covered California 2026 Dental Schedule. Ranges reflect Los Angeles, California pricing as of 2026 in USD. Insurance typically covers 90% of preventive care but only 50-80% of restorative treatments.
Prices verified Apr 17, 2026
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These shortcuts pull the shortlist into clearer decision buckets, so you can start with convenience, trust, or confidence instead of scanning every card evenly.
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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745 reviews
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 it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 745 reviews, its 76.2 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and its profile is clearly positioned around General Dentistry and Cosmetic Dentistry.
What stands out
Proof Signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and insurance details.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted

745 reviews
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 it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 745 reviews, its 76.2 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and its profile is clearly positioned around General Dentistry and Cosmetic Dentistry.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and insurance details.
Last verified Apr 2, 2026.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted

474 reviews
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 it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 474 reviews, its 72.6 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and its profile is clearly positioned around General Dentistry and Cosmetic Dentistry.
What stands out
Proof Signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and insurance details.
Tradeoff
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474 reviews
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 it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 474 reviews, its 72.6 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and its profile is clearly positioned around General Dentistry and Cosmetic Dentistry.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and insurance details.
Last verified Apr 2, 2026.
Tradeoff
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1.2k reviews
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 it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 1,205 reviews, its 77.0 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and its profile is clearly positioned around General Dentistry and Cosmetic Dentistry.
What stands out
Proof Signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and insurance details.
Tradeoff
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1.2k reviews
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 it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 1,205 reviews, its 77.0 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and its profile is clearly positioned around General Dentistry and Cosmetic Dentistry.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and insurance details.
Last verified Apr 2, 2026.
Tradeoff
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544 reviews
581, North Larchmont Boulevard, Larchmont
Los Angeles, California • 8.1 km from Los Angeles Downtown
“Quality dental care in Los Angeles”
Top-rated dental practice in Los Angeles, California.
Best for
Dental Implants
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 544 reviews, its 77.0 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and its profile is clearly positioned around Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentistry, and Oral Surgery.
What stands out
Proof Signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and insurance details.
Tradeoff
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544 reviews
Los Angeles, California
8.1 km from Los Angeles Downtown
“Quality dental care in Los Angeles”
Top-rated dental practice in Los Angeles, California.
Best for
Dental Implants
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 544 reviews, its 77.0 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and its profile is clearly positioned around Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentistry, and Oral Surgery.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and insurance details.
Last verified Apr 2, 2026.
Tradeoff
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383 reviews
# 718, 11620, Wilshire Boulevard, Sawtelle
Los Angeles, California • 20 km from Los Angeles Downtown
“Board-certified periodontists and USC faculty specializing in complex dental implants and bone grafting”
Best for
Dental Implants
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 383 reviews, its 73.0 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and its profile is clearly positioned around Dental Implants, Periodontics, and Bone Grafting.
What stands out
Proof Signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and insurance details.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted

383 reviews
Los Angeles, California
20 km from Los Angeles Downtown
“Board-certified periodontists and USC faculty specializing in complex dental implants and bone grafting”
Best for
Dental Implants
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 383 reviews, its 73.0 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and its profile is clearly positioned around Dental Implants, Periodontics, and Bone Grafting.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and insurance details.
Last verified Apr 3, 2026.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted

141 reviews
9201, Sunset Boulevard, Sunset Strip
Los Angeles, California • 14 km from Los Angeles Downtown
“Renowned celebrity dentist with 45+ years of experience in full-mouth reconstruction and implants”
Best for
Full-Mouth Reconstruction
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 141 reviews, its 78.0 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and its profile is clearly positioned around Full-Mouth Reconstruction, Dental Implants, and Porcelain Veneers.
What stands out
Proof Signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and insurance details.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted

141 reviews
Los Angeles, California
14 km from Los Angeles Downtown
“Renowned celebrity dentist with 45+ years of experience in full-mouth reconstruction and implants”
Best for
Full-Mouth Reconstruction
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 141 reviews, its 78.0 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and its profile is clearly positioned around Full-Mouth Reconstruction, Dental Implants, and Porcelain Veneers.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and insurance details.
Last verified Apr 4, 2026.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted

43 reviews
213, 333, Alameda Street, Downtown Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California • 1.1 km from Los Angeles Downtown
“Downtown LA dental practice specializing in implants, dentures, and comprehensive dental care”
Best for
Dental Implants
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 43 reviews, its profile is clearly positioned around Dental Implants, Dentures, and Orthodontics, and its 66.3 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 insurance details.
Tradeoff
Review depth is lighter than some higher-confidence competitors

43 reviews
Los Angeles, California
1.1 km from Los Angeles Downtown
“Downtown LA dental practice specializing in implants, dentures, and comprehensive dental care”
Best for
Dental Implants
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 43 reviews, its profile is clearly positioned around Dental Implants, Dentures, and Orthodontics, and its 66.3 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and insurance details.
Last verified Apr 13, 2026.
Tradeoff
Review depth is lighter than some higher-confidence competitors
Excellent clinics, but outside Los Angeles.

192 reviews
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 it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 192 reviews, its 78.1 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and weekend availability is clearly documented.
What stands out
Proof Signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Tradeoff
Outside Los Angeles proper

192 reviews
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 it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 192 reviews, its 78.1 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and weekend availability is clearly documented.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Last verified Apr 16, 2026.
Tradeoff
Outside Los Angeles proper

143 reviews
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, its 75.7 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 Los Angeles proper

143 reviews
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, its 75.7 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 Los Angeles proper

46 reviews
Suite #307, 9735, Wilshire Boulevard
Beverly Hills, California • 15 km from Los Angeles Downtown
“Boutique implant and periodontal practice with 30+ years of experience and one-patient-at-a-time care”
Best for
Dental Implants
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 46 reviews, its 67.3 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and its profile is clearly positioned around Dental Implants, All-on-4 Implants, and Full-Mouth Reconstruction.
What stands out
Proof Signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and insurance details.
Tradeoff
Outside Los Angeles proper

46 reviews
Beverly Hills, California
15 km from Los Angeles Downtown
“Boutique implant and periodontal practice with 30+ years of experience and one-patient-at-a-time care”
Best for
Dental Implants
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 46 reviews, its 67.3 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and its profile is clearly positioned around Dental Implants, All-on-4 Implants, and Full-Mouth Reconstruction.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and insurance details.
Last verified Apr 13, 2026.
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 |
| Larchmont Dental Associates | Los Angeles | 77.0 | 544 | Yes | Yes | Not highlighted | Dental Implants |
| CENTER for Advanced Periodontal & Implant Therapy | Los Angeles | 73.0 | 383 | Not shown | Yes | Not highlighted | Dental Implants |
| Dr. Anthony Mobasser — Celebrity Dentist | Los Angeles | 78.0 | 141 | Not shown | Yes | Not highlighted | Full-Mouth Reconstruction |
| DTLA Dental & Implant | Los Angeles | 66.3 | 43 | Yes | Yes | Not highlighted | Dental Implants |
| Cal Dental Anaheim - Implant & Cosmetic Dentistry in Anaheim | Anaheim | 78.1 | 192 | Yes | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Sharon J Lee, DDS - Anaheim, CA | Fullerton | 75.7 | 143 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| MR Dental Aesthetics | Beverly Hills | 67.3 | 46 | Not shown | Yes | Not highlighted | Dental Implants |
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