Top 10 Cosmetic Dentist in San Mateo California

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

Reviewed August 3, 2026Ranking recomputed August 1, 20269 clinicsDr Maqsud Mallick, BDSHow we rank

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At A Glance

  • Fiori Dental San Mateo is the strongest overall starting point in San Mateo if you want a dependable option for invisalign.
  • Robert P. Choi, DDS has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.
  • Manyak Dental Group is a stronger first look if weekend availability matters more than weekday convenience.

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9 clinics scored on this page

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Top Clinics in San Mateo Proper

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1

Fiori Dental San Mateo

4.9(346)·8.3 km from San Mateo Downtown
92Smyleee

1, 341, North San Mateo Drive, North Central, San Mateo, California

Open until 4:30 PM

Cosmetic Dentistry sits alongside Teeth Whitening and Veneers on this San Mateo clinic's documented service list.

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Fiori Dental is at suite 1, 341 North San Mateo Drive in San Mateo's North Central neighbourhood — on the North San Mateo Drive corridor accessible from downtown San Mateo and the surrounding Baywood and Hillsdale communities. Drs. Anthony and Jane Ferrera, a husband-and-wife dental partnership, lead the practice serving the North Central San Mateo and broader peninsula patient community.

CAD/CAM dental restorations are listed alongside endodontics, TMJ/TMD treatment, and sleep apnea therapy — a combination that signals a practice investing in both digital chairside efficiency and systemic health assessment. CAD/CAM at this North San Mateo Drive address delivers same-session crowns from a chairside digital scan, eliminating the two-visit conventional impression-and-laboratory crown workflow. For the San Mateo peninsula professional demographic whose schedules make returning for a crown seat appointment two weeks after preparation difficult, same-session crown delivery is a meaningful efficiency improvement that reduces total appointment count for straightforward restorative cases.

Sleep apnea treatment and TMJ/TMD management together reflect the co-morbidity relationship that sleep medicine and orofacial pain research increasingly documents: bruxism and sleep-disordered breathing frequently co-present, and oral appliance design for sleep apnea can have significant implications for jaw joint loading. A practice listing both clinical areas suggests familiarity with the interaction between mandibular advancement appliance therapy and temporomandibular joint function — a clinically relevant distinction when managing patients who present with both conditions.

Endodontics in-house keeps tooth-preservation root canal treatment within the established patient-provider relationship. Braces and Invisalign cover the orthodontic range for the North Central San Mateo family demographic. Periodontal care, emergency dentistry, and professional cleaning complete the preventive and urgent care scope.

For North Central San Mateo, Baywood, and peninsula patients on the North San Mateo Drive corridor who want a husband-and-wife partnership practice with CAD/CAM technology, sleep apnea treatment, TMJ management, and endodontics in-house, Drs. Ferrera's suite 1 at 341 North San Mateo Drive provides that combination.

Services:Cosmetic DentistryDental BondingTeeth WhiteningVeneers+19 more
Offers Cosmetic DentistrySmyleee 92/1004.9★ · 346 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forCosmetic Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Cosmetic Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 346 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 92/100.
Stands outOffers Cosmetic Dentistry · Smyleee 92/100 · 4.9★ · 346 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published23 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 29, 2026
2

Dr.'s Wakasa & Carlsmith

4.9(184)·8.2 km from San Mateo Downtown
87Smyleee

4, 256, North San Mateo Drive, North Central, San Mateo, California

Open until 6 PM

Cosmetic Dentistry is listed here alongside Dental Bonding and Veneers among 13 documented services in San Mateo.

More about cosmetic dentistry at this clinic

Sleep apnea treatment is listed alongside the cosmetic and restorative scope — a clinical inclusion that reflects awareness of the systemic health dimension of the dental visit in a peninsula professional population. In a two-doctor partnership where both practitioners bring their aesthetic judgment to complex cosmetic cases, the collaborative perspective can refine the esthetic result in ways that a sole practitioner deciding unilaterally cannot. Porcelain veneers and dental implants anchor the cosmetic and restorative scope. Crown and bridge restorations, dental fillings, and dental bonding complete the restorative range.

Services:Cosmetic DentistryDental BondingTeeth WhiteningVeneers+9 more
Offers Cosmetic DentistrySmyleee 87/1004.9★ · 184 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forCosmetic Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Cosmetic Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 184 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 87/100.
Stands outOffers Cosmetic Dentistry · Smyleee 87/100 · 4.9★ · 184 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published13 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 29, 2026
3

Manyak Dental Group

4.9(273)·7.8 km from San Mateo Downtown
87Smyleee

601, 100, South Ellsworth Avenue, Downtown, San Mateo, California

Open until 5 PM

Documented cosmetic dentistry profile in San Mateo, pairing Smile Makeovers and Veneers across 19 services on file.

More about cosmetic dentistry at this clinic

Dentures: Dentures are removable prosthetics that can replace multiple missing teeth, providing a functional and aesthetic solution for patients with several missing teeth. Teeth Whitening: Teeth whitening treatments can help brighten your smile, improving your appearance and boosting your confidence.

Services:Cosmetic DentistrySmile MakeoversTeeth WhiteningVeneers+15 more
Offers Cosmetic DentistrySmyleee 87/1004.9★ · 273 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forCosmetic Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Cosmetic Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 273 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 87/100.
Stands outOffers Cosmetic Dentistry · Smyleee 87/100 · 4.9★ · 273 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published19 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 29, 2026
4

Park Place Dental

4.4(269)·6.5 km from San Mateo Downtown
83Smyleee

30, 1100, Park Place, South San Mateo, San Mateo, California

Open until 5 PM

This San Mateo clinic covers Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Bonding, and Veneers within its 18-service documented list.

More about cosmetic dentistry at this clinic

Cosmetic dentistry, veneers, and Invisalign address the appearance-focused requests of the South San Mateo residential demographic.

Services:Cosmetic DentistryDental BondingVeneersAffordable Dental Care+14 more
Offers Cosmetic Dentistry
Why this ranks
Best forCosmetic Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Cosmetic Dentistry, 269 verified Google reviews, and Smyleee Rating 83/100.
Stands outOffers Cosmetic Dentistry
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published18 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 29, 2026
5

Dental Arts San Mateo

4.9(305)·8.1 km from San Mateo Downtown
86Smyleee

150, North San Mateo Drive, North Central, San Mateo, California

Open until 5 PM

San Mateo practice documenting Cosmetic Dentistry alongside Teeth Whitening and Veneers across 25 services on profile.

More about cosmetic dentistry at this clinic

As your choice for professional cosmetic dentistry, sedation dentistry, dental therapy or ongoing professional dental care, we work hard to ensure your dental experience is exceptional. The San Mateo Center for Cosmetic Dentistry specializes in cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, sedation dentistry, and general oral health care. We can also help with painless laser dentistry, cleanings, teeth whitening, Diagnodent, restorative dentistry, orthodontics, Invisalign clear braces, dental crowns, fillings, porcelain veneers, root canals and digital x-rays. Dr. Michael Wong invests in continuing education to provide you with the latest in general, cosmetic and sedation dentistry knowledge and skill. You can be confident that the attention and services you receive at the San Mateo Center for Cosmetic Dentistry are developed around an understanding of your goals: to look better and feel better.

Services:Cosmetic DentistryTeeth WhiteningVeneersBraces+21 more
Offers Cosmetic DentistrySmyleee 86/1004.9★ · 305 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forCosmetic Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Cosmetic Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 305 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 86/100.
Stands outOffers Cosmetic Dentistry · Smyleee 86/100 · 4.9★ · 305 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published25 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 29, 2026
6

San Mateo Center for Cosmetic Dentistry - Dr. Michael Wong

4.9(186)·8.2 km from San Mateo Downtown
90Smyleee

ste 8, 256, North San Mateo Drive, North Central, San Mateo, California

Open until 4 PM

Profile in San Mateo includes Cosmetic Dentistry with Teeth Whitening and Veneers among 21 documented procedures.

More about cosmetic dentistry at this clinic

Dental anaesthesia is listed as a specific service alongside sedation dentistry and oral surgery — IV sedation capability beyond standard local anaesthetic and nitrous oxide. The ability to manage both anxiety and procedure efficiency via dental anaesthesia is a meaningful differentiator for a cosmetically focused practice. Sleep apnea treatment is listed alongside oral surgery — clinical services that extend the scope beyond the purely cosmetic. Oral surgery capability covers the extractions, alveolar procedures, and implant site preparation that cosmetic treatment planning frequently requires. Braces and Invisalign alongside orthodontics cover the alignment correction range that precedes comprehensive cosmetic treatment in cases where tooth position must be corrected before durable cosmetic restorations can be placed. Root canal treatment in-house avoids the endodontic specialist referral step for cosmetic cases where the tooth requiring cosmetic work also requires endodontic management.

Services:Cosmetic DentistryTeeth WhiteningVeneersBraces+17 more
Offers Cosmetic DentistrySmyleee 90/1004.9★ · 186 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forCosmetic Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Cosmetic Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 186 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 90/100.
Stands outOffers Cosmetic Dentistry · Smyleee 90/100 · 4.9★ · 186 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published21 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 29, 2026
7

Robert P. Choi, DDS

5.0(309)·8.5 km from San Mateo Downtown
78Smyleee

STE 101, 675, Mariners Island Boulevard, East San Mateo, San Mateo, California

Open until 2 PM

In San Mateo, the 27-service catalog lists Cosmetic Dentistry with Teeth Whitening and Veneers on file.

More about cosmetic dentistry at this clinic

With our full line of general and cosmetic dental treatments, and a team of specialists on hand, your family can depend on us for nearly all your dental health needs. ​

Services:Cosmetic DentistryDental BondingTeeth WhiteningVeneers+23 more
Offers Cosmetic Dentistry5.0★ · 309 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forCosmetic Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Cosmetic Dentistry and 5.0★ Google rating across 309 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Cosmetic Dentistry · 5.0★ · 309 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published27 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 29, 2026
8

Bloom Dental Group

4.8(217)·7.3 km from San Mateo Downtown
60Smyleee

200, 800, South B Street, Downtown, San Mateo, California

Open until 5 PM

Cosmetic Dentistry appears on this San Mateo profile alongside Smile Makeovers and Veneers, within 6 documented procedures.

More about cosmetic dentistry at this clinic

Bloom Dental Group is a cosmetic and restorative dental practice on South B Street in downtown San Mateo, built around smile-design work rather than routine checkups alone. The practice uses digital smile design to plan a case before any work begins, giving patients a preview of the intended result ahead of treatment rather than working from a verbal description alone. If you're planning a smile makeover in San Mateo and want to see the result mapped out before treatment starts, Bloom Dental Group's digital design process is worth a consultation. Cost for cosmetic and implant work varies significantly by case, so a specific quote only comes after a real consultation and digital scan of the mouth.

Services:Cosmetic DentistrySmile MakeoversVeneersDental Crowns+2 more
Offers Cosmetic Dentistry4.8★ · 217 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forCosmetic Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Cosmetic Dentistry and 4.8★ Google rating across 217 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Cosmetic Dentistry · 4.8★ · 217 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website6 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026
9

Takashi Dental

4.9(94)·7.7 km from San Mateo Downtown
59Smyleee

359, 181, 2nd Avenue, Downtown, San Mateo, California

Open until 5 PM

Cosmetic Dentistry anchors this San Mateo clinic's profile, alongside Dental Implants and Teeth Whitening across 6 services.

More about cosmetic dentistry at this clinic

If you're in downtown San Mateo and want a general dentist who also handles cosmetic work and same-practice emergency visits, Takashi Dental is worth a first appointment. Cost for general and cosmetic dental work varies by procedure, so it's worth asking directly what a specific visit or treatment plan runs rather than assuming a flat rate applies.

Services:Cosmetic DentistryTeeth WhiteningDental ImplantsEmergency Dentistry+2 more
Offers Cosmetic Dentistry
Why this ranks
Best forCosmetic Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Cosmetic Dentistry and 94 verified Google reviews.
Stands outOffers Cosmetic Dentistry
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website6 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 3, 2026

Side-by-Side Comparison

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

#ClinicSmyleeeGoogleWkndIns.Fin.Offers
Cosmetic Dentistry
1Fiori Dental San Mateo924.9(346)
2Dr.'s Wakasa & Carlsmith874.9(184)
3Manyak Dental Group874.9(273)
4Park Place Dental834.4(269)
5Dental Arts San Mateo864.9(305)
6San Mateo Center for Cosmetic Dentistry - Dr. Michael Wong904.9(186)
7Robert P. Choi, DDS785.0(309)
8Bloom Dental Group604.8(217)
9Takashi Dental594.9(94)

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

Other Top Cosmetic Dentistry Clinics in San Mateo

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How to Choose a Dentist in San Mateo

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 3, 2026Independently reviewed

Looking for the best cosmetic dentist in San Mateo, California? We have reviewed local dental practices based on patient reviews, credentials, technology, and overall quality of care to bring you this curated list.

Whether you need routine care or specialized treatment, these top-rated providers in San Mateo deliver exceptional results.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud MallickBDS

Frequently Asked Questions

5 questions answered by our editorial team

The cost of cosmetic dentistry in San Mateo 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 Mateo cosmetic 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 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 cosmetic dentistry before booking.
Many clinics in San Mateo 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 Mateo 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%
Cosmetic 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

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Transparency

  • Content updated: August 3, 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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