Top 10 Wisdom Teeth Removal in San Diego California

Top 10 Wisdom Teeth Removal in San Diego California

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

Reviewed August 9, 2026Ranking recomputed August 1, 202610 clinicsDr Maqsud Mallick, BDSHow we rank

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

  • Fifth Avenue Dental Arts is the strongest overall starting point in San Diego if you want a dependable option for orthodontics.
  • Center for Oral & Facial Surgery has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.

Quick Summary

10 clinics scored on this page

86.3

Wisdom Teeth Removal Costs in San Diego, California (2026)

Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan

ProcedureTypical Cost
Wisdom tooth consultation + panoramic X-ray$150 – $300
Simple extraction (erupted, per tooth)$120 – $400
Surgical extraction (soft tissue impaction, per tooth)$281 – $550
Surgical extraction (partial bony impaction, per tooth)$400 – $650
Surgical extraction (full bony impaction, per tooth)$550 – $800
All four wisdom teeth (simple extractions)$480 – $1,600
All four wisdom teeth (surgical, impacted)$1,999 – $3,199
IV sedation for extraction$300 – $600
Nitrous oxide sedation$75 – $200
Post-operative follow-up visit$50 – $150

Prices sourced from CareCredit, Delta Dental, Pearlmax Oral Surgery San Diego, Elevated Oral Surgery San Diego, and California dental practices. Ranges reflect San Diego, California pricing as of 2026 in USD. Insurance can reduce out-of-pocket costs by up to 75%, with average savings bringing costs from $792 to $198 per tooth.

Prices verified Aug 9, 2026

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Top Clinics in San Diego Proper

Only clinics physically located in San Diego appear in this primary ranking.

1

Fifth Avenue Dental Arts

4.8(932)·279 m from San Diego Downtown
86Smyleee

300, 450, A Street, Core-Columbia, San Diego, California

Closed · Opens Monday at 9 AM

Documented for orthodontics in San Diego, with wisdom teeth removal on the service list and 27 procedures on file.

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Fifth Avenue Dental Arts operates on A Street in the Core-Columbia area of San Diego, California. Implants are considered by many dentists the most durable way to replace a missing tooth, since the titanium post fuses with the jaw bone over several months and then supports a crown that functions much like a natural tooth. Enough healthy bone is the main prerequisite, and a graft can build that up first if needed.

Clear aligners straighten teeth through a series of custom, removable trays, each worn for one to two weeks before moving to the next in the sequence. They suit mild to moderate crowding and spacing well, and are worn roughly twenty to twenty-two hours a day for treatment to stay on schedule.

Traditional braces use brackets and wires to gradually move teeth into alignment, handling complex bite corrections and significant crowding more predictably than removable alternatives. Treatment commonly runs one to three years, with a retainer worn afterward to hold the result.

A veneer is a thin custom shell bonded to the front of a tooth to change its shape, length, or colour, most often used to address chips, gaps, or discoloration that whitening alone cannot fix. Traditional veneers require a small amount of enamel to be removed, which makes the change permanent.

Cosmetic treatment is generally the least invasive branch of dentistry, built around changing how teeth look rather than fixing something broken. Whitening and bonding sit at the lighter end; veneers and reshaping involve more planning. Most cosmetic dental insurance excludes this kind of work, since it is elective rather than medically necessary.

Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth, cleans and seals the space, and allows the natural tooth to be kept rather than extracted. Its reputation for being painful is largely outdated — carried out under local anaesthetic, it typically relieves pain rather than causing it. Use this page to find contact information for Fifth Avenue Dental Arts and to see its full range of services before getting in touch.

Services:Wisdom Teeth RemovalBracesCAD/CAM Dental RestorationsCosmetic Dentistry+23 more
Offers Wisdom Teeth RemovalSmyleee 86/1004.8★ · 932 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forWisdom Teeth Removal
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Wisdom Teeth Removal, 4.8★ Google rating across 932 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 86/100.
Stands outOffers Wisdom Teeth Removal · Smyleee 86/100 · 4.8★ · 932 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published27 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 26, 2026
2

Dentique San Diego, Nikou Rahbar DDS

4.9(186)·2.8 km from San Diego Downtown
89Smyleee

3570, Fourth Avenue, Hillcrest, San Diego, California

Closed · Opens Monday at 8 AM

Orthodontics focus in San Diego, with wisdom teeth removal listed among 23 documented services.

More about wisdom teeth removal at this clinic

Dental sealants for paediatric preventive care, wisdom tooth removal, and a full restorative menu complete the clinical scope.

Services:Wisdom Teeth RemovalCAD/CAM Dental RestorationsCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+19 more
Offers Wisdom Teeth RemovalSmyleee 89/1004.9★ · 186 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forWisdom Teeth Removal
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Wisdom Teeth Removal, 4.9★ Google rating across 186 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 89/100.
Stands outOffers Wisdom Teeth Removal · Smyleee 89/100 · 4.9★ · 186 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published23 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 26, 2026
3

Center for Oral & Facial Surgery

4.9(725)·2.7 km from San Diego Downtown
60Smyleee

26, 306, Walnut Avenue, Hillcrest, San Diego, California

Closed · Opens Monday at 8 AM

San Diego clinic with a dental implants specialty — Wisdom Teeth Removal is on file among 3 procedures.

More about wisdom teeth removal at this clinic

Wisdom teeth are removed when they are impacted, repeatedly infected, decayed, or damaging the tooth in front, since they arrive last and often into a jaw with no room left. Not every wisdom tooth needs to come out — one that erupts cleanly and can be kept clean is often left alone.

Services:Wisdom Teeth RemovalDental ImplantsDentures
Offers Wisdom Teeth Removal4.9★ · 725 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forWisdom Teeth Removal
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Wisdom Teeth Removal and 4.9★ Google rating across 725 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Wisdom Teeth Removal · 4.9★ · 725 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 14, 2026
4

True Design Dentistry of San Diego

4.8(109)·12 km from San Diego Downtown
80Smyleee

106, 4320, Genesee Avenue, Clairemont, San Diego, California

Closed · Opens Monday at 8 AM

Pediatric Dentistry is the documented focus in San Diego; Wisdom Teeth Removal sits within 28 services on profile.

Read full description

True Design Dentistry of San Diego provides dental care on Genesee Avenue in the Clairemont area of San Diego, California. Implants are considered by many dentists the most durable way to replace a missing tooth, since the titanium post fuses with the jaw bone over several months and then supports a crown that functions much like a natural tooth. Enough healthy bone is the main prerequisite, and a graft can build that up first if needed.

Clear aligners straighten teeth through a series of custom, removable trays, each worn for one to two weeks before moving to the next in the sequence. They suit mild to moderate crowding and spacing well, and are worn roughly twenty to twenty-two hours a day for treatment to stay on schedule.

Traditional braces use brackets and wires to gradually move teeth into alignment, handling complex bite corrections and significant crowding more predictably than removable alternatives. Treatment commonly runs one to three years, with a retainer worn afterward to hold the result.

A veneer is a thin custom shell bonded to the front of a tooth to change its shape, length, or colour, most often used to address chips, gaps, or discoloration that whitening alone cannot fix. Traditional veneers require a small amount of enamel to be removed, which makes the change permanent.

Cosmetic treatment is generally the least invasive branch of dentistry, built around changing how teeth look rather than fixing something broken. Whitening and bonding sit at the lighter end; veneers and reshaping involve more planning. Most cosmetic dental insurance excludes this kind of work, since it is elective rather than medically necessary.

Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth, cleans and seals the space, and allows the natural tooth to be kept rather than extracted. Its reputation for being painful is largely outdated — carried out under local anaesthetic, it typically relieves pain rather than causing it. Contact details for True Design Dentistry of San Diego are on this page, along with the full list of services offered — reach out to ask about scheduling.

Services:Wisdom Teeth RemovalAffordable Dental CareBracesChildren / Pediatric Dentistry+24 more
Offers Wisdom Teeth Removal4.8★ · 109 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forWisdom Teeth Removal
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Wisdom Teeth Removal and 4.8★ Google rating across 109 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Wisdom Teeth Removal · 4.8★ · 109 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published28 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 26, 2026
5

Mission Boulevard Dental Group

5.0(33)·13 km from San Diego Downtown
84Smyleee

4707, Mission Boulevard, Pacific Beach, San Diego, California

Closed · Opens Monday at 8 AM

Profile in San Diego flags orthodontics; lists Wisdom Teeth Removal alongside 23 other documented services.

More about wisdom teeth removal at this clinic

Wisdom teeth are removed when they are impacted, repeatedly infected, decayed, or damaging the tooth in front, since they arrive last and often into a jaw with no room left. Not every wisdom tooth needs to come out — one that erupts cleanly and can be kept clean is often left alone.

Services:Wisdom Teeth RemovalBracesCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+20 more
Offers Wisdom Teeth RemovalSmyleee 84/100
Why this ranks
Best forWisdom Teeth Removal
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Wisdom Teeth Removal and Smyleee Rating 84/100.
Stands outOffers Wisdom Teeth Removal · Smyleee 84/100
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published24 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 19, 2026
6

West Coast Oral Surgery

5.0(286)·23 km from San Diego Downtown
60Smyleee

100, 9855, Erma Road, Scripps Ranch, San Diego, California

Closed · Opens Monday at 7:30 AM

San Diego practice known for dental implants, with Wisdom Teeth Removal among 3 documented procedures.

More about wisdom teeth removal at this clinic

Wisdom teeth are removed when they are impacted, repeatedly infected, decayed, or damaging the tooth in front, since they arrive last and often into a jaw with no room left. Not every wisdom tooth needs to come out — one that erupts cleanly and can be kept clean is often left alone.

Services:Wisdom Teeth RemovalDental ImplantsEmergency Dentistry
Offers Wisdom Teeth Removal5.0★ · 286 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forWisdom Teeth Removal
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Wisdom Teeth Removal and 5.0★ Google rating across 286 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Wisdom Teeth Removal · 5.0★ · 286 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 14, 2026
7

Torrey Pines Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

4.9(165)·26 km from San Diego Downtown
57Smyleee

304, 12395, El Camino Real, Carmel Valley, San Diego, California

Closed · Opens Monday at 7:30 AM

Documented for wisdom teeth removal in San Diego, with wisdom teeth removal on the service list and 1 procedures on file.

More about wisdom teeth removal at this clinic

Wisdom teeth are removed when they are impacted, repeatedly infected, decayed, or damaging the tooth in front, since they arrive last and often into a jaw with no room left. Not every wisdom tooth needs to come out — one that erupts cleanly and can be kept clean is often left alone.

Services:Wisdom Teeth Removal
Offers Wisdom Teeth Removal4.9★ · 165 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forWisdom Teeth Removal
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Wisdom Teeth Removal and 4.9★ Google rating across 165 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Wisdom Teeth Removal · 4.9★ · 165 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 14, 2026
8

Mission Valley Premier Oral & Facial Surgery

4.9(478)·6.7 km from San Diego Downtown
60Smyleee

210, 2878, Camino del Rio South, Mission Valley, San Diego, California

Closed · Opens Monday at 7 AM

Wisdom Teeth Removal focus in San Diego, with wisdom teeth removal listed among 1 documented services.

More about wisdom teeth removal at this clinic

Wisdom teeth are removed when they are impacted, repeatedly infected, decayed, or damaging the tooth in front, since they arrive last and often into a jaw with no room left. Not every wisdom tooth needs to come out — one that erupts cleanly and can be kept clean is often left alone.

Services:Wisdom Teeth Removal
Offers Wisdom Teeth Removal4.9★ · 478 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forWisdom Teeth Removal
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Wisdom Teeth Removal and 4.9★ Google rating across 478 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Wisdom Teeth Removal · 4.9★ · 478 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 14, 2026
56Smyleee

15717, Bernardo Heights Parkway, Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, California

Closed · Opens Tuesday at 9 AM

San Diego clinic with a pediatric dentistry specialty — Wisdom Teeth Removal is on file among 21 procedures.

More about wisdom teeth removal at this clinic

Wisdom teeth are removed when they are impacted, repeatedly infected, decayed, or damaging the tooth in front, since they arrive last and often into a jaw with no room left. Not every wisdom tooth needs to come out — one that erupts cleanly and can be kept clean is often left alone.

Services:Wisdom Teeth RemovalChildren / Pediatric DentistryCosmetic DentistryCrowns & Bridges+17 more
Offers Wisdom Teeth Removal
Why this ranks
Best forWisdom Teeth Removal
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Wisdom Teeth Removal and 105 verified Google reviews.
Stands outOffers Wisdom Teeth Removal
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published21 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 26, 2026
10

SD Oral Surgery, San Diego

4.8(236)·21 km from San Diego Downtown
56Smyleee

Suite D, 4125, Sorrento Valley Boulevard, Sorrento Mesa, San Diego, California

Closed · Opens Monday at 7 AM

Wisdom Teeth Removal is the documented focus in San Diego; Wisdom Teeth Removal sits within 1 services on profile.

More about wisdom teeth removal at this clinic

Wisdom teeth are removed when they are impacted, repeatedly infected, decayed, or damaging the tooth in front, since they arrive last and often into a jaw with no room left. Not every wisdom tooth needs to come out — one that erupts cleanly and can be kept clean is often left alone.

Services:Wisdom Teeth Removal
Offers Wisdom Teeth Removal4.8★ · 236 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forWisdom Teeth Removal
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Wisdom Teeth Removal and 4.8★ Google rating across 236 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Wisdom Teeth Removal · 4.8★ · 236 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 14, 2026

Side-by-Side Comparison

Hard signals for every wisdom teeth removal provider on this list — no opinions, just verifiable data.

#ClinicSmyleeeGoogleWkndIns.Fin.Offers
Wisdom Teeth Removal
1Fifth Avenue Dental Arts864.8(932)
2Dentique San Diego, Nikou Rahbar DDS894.9(186)
3Center for Oral & Facial Surgery604.9(725)
4True Design Dentistry of San Diego804.8(109)
5Mission Boulevard Dental Group845.0(33)
6West Coast Oral Surgery605.0(286)
7Torrey Pines Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery574.9(165)
8Mission Valley Premier Oral & Facial Surgery604.9(478)
9The Dental Express RB/Poway – Dentist in Rancho Bernardo, CA564.3(105)
10SD Oral Surgery, San Diego564.8(236)

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

How to Choose a Dentist in San Diego - 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 August 9, 2026Independently reviewed

Wisdom tooth removal in San Diego is one of the oral surgery services most directly affected by the Tijuana cross-border treatment option — the San Diego patient whose third molar impaction quote at the ABOMS specialist in Chula Vista prompts a comparison search for the Tijuana oral surgeon who performs the same procedure at a fraction of the US market fee, and whose decision between US-side and cross-border care involves the CBCT imaging requirement, the IV sedation safety standard, and the post-operative care accessibility that the San Diego practice can guarantee and that the Tijuana practice may or may not provide at the same clinical standard. The military active duty and veteran population's wisdom tooth extraction pathway differs from the civilian patient's: the active duty sailor whose impacted third molar is managed at the base dental clinic under the military dental treatment programme, the dependent family member at the Tricare network oral surgery practice, and the veteran whose service-connected dental condition may qualify for VA dental care at the San Diego VA clinic or the Loma Linda VA Medical Center dental department.

Smyleee evaluated San Diego wisdom tooth removal providers on ABOMS credentials or documented advanced oral surgical capability for the full impaction complexity range, CBCT inferior alveolar nerve proximity assessment for complex cases, IV sedation with California-standard monitoring protocol, Tricare Dental Programme billing for military patient communities, Denti-Cal billing for covered surgical extractions, Spanish and Tagalog/Filipino language pre-operative consultation, and patient recovery outcome and complication rate consistency. These ten San Diego practices are the wisdom tooth removal providers the data confirmed as most reliably delivering safety-calibrated, multi-payer-accessible, and US-standard surgical care to Greater San Diego's diverse military and civilian patient community in a market where the Tijuana cross-border option makes the San Diego quality and safety standard the primary argument for the US-side treatment decision.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud MallickBDS

Frequently Asked Questions

5 questions answered by our editorial team

The cost of wisdom teeth removal in San Diego 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.
Smyleee ranks San Diego wisdom teeth removal 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 August 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 wisdom teeth removal before booking.
Many clinics in San Diego 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 San Diego 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%
Wisdom Teeth Removal 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: August 9, 2026
  • Ranking last recomputed: August 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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