
The definitive guide to the best dental care in San Diego - California
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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.
San Diego 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 emergency dentists work done across the San Diego metro area.
This is the short list. Ten providers in San Diego, 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 emergency dentists in San Diego, start here.
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Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS — BDS
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Excellent
Fifth Avenue Dental Arts is a caring general dentistry practice located in San Diego, California. Doctors Ramin Ghassemi, DDS, MS, and Nina Mojaver, DMD, Fifth Avenue Dental Arts offer patients of all ages and walks of life the very best in modern dental care in a friendly and welcoming environment. Fifth Avenue Dental Arts functions around the cornerstones of excellence, experience, and esthetics. Its goal is to provide everyone with the individualized, specialized care that only its high stand
300, 450, A Street, Core-Columbia, San Diego, California

Fifth Avenue Dental Arts is a caring general dentistry practice located in San Diego, California. Doctors Ramin Ghassemi, DDS, MS, and Nina Mojaver, DMD, Fifth Avenue Dental Arts offer patients of all ages and walks of life the very best in modern dental care in a friendly and welcoming environment. Fifth Avenue Dental Arts functions around the cornerstones of excellence, experience, and esthetics. Its goal is to provide everyone with the individualized, specialized care that only its high stand
300, 450, A Street, Core-Columbia, San Diego, California

Smyleee
Excellent
At Dentique, Dr. Rahbar has created a new standard of care and reinvented what it means to visit the dentist. Dentique is an oasis where you, your health, and your comfort is our priority- experience the latest advancements in high-quality dental care in our state-of-the-art facility with all of the luxurious amenities of a spa. Take a moment to relax in our relaxation room before or after your treatment with a cup of tea. Cozy up in a blanket and watch a movie, and enjoy a neck wrap or an eye p
3570, Fourth Avenue, Hillcrest, San Diego, California

At Dentique, Dr. Rahbar has created a new standard of care and reinvented what it means to visit the dentist. Dentique is an oasis where you, your health, and your comfort is our priority- experience the latest advancements in high-quality dental care in our state-of-the-art facility with all of the luxurious amenities of a spa. Take a moment to relax in our relaxation room before or after your treatment with a cup of tea. Cozy up in a blanket and watch a movie, and enjoy a neck wrap or an eye p
3570, Fourth Avenue, Hillcrest, San Diego, California

Smyleee
Very Good
The goal at Center for Dental Restorations is simple, but important: to help you achieve your best dental health . To meet this goal, we provide you with: A specialized thorough oral evaluation High quality, state-of-the-art dental services to treat your specific needs Information so you can make informed decisions about your oral health needs A warm environment to make you comfortable during your appointment Experience a relaxing, yet comprehensive, dental treatment at our San Diego office. Cal
STE 300, 4033, Third Avenue, Hillcrest, San Diego, California

The goal at Center for Dental Restorations is simple, but important: to help you achieve your best dental health . To meet this goal, we provide you with: A specialized thorough oral evaluation High quality, state-of-the-art dental services to treat your specific needs Information so you can make informed decisions about your oral health needs A warm environment to make you comfortable during your appointment Experience a relaxing, yet comprehensive, dental treatment at our San Diego office. Cal
STE 300, 4033, Third Avenue, Hillcrest, San Diego, California

Smyleee
Excellent
At Oak Tree Dental we are committed to provide you the smile you desire, the dentistry you deserve! We are a family and cosmetic private dental practice in Poway, CA, that is dedicated to highest quality of dental care, integrity, human regard, and family values. Our goal is to provide you an exceptional patient care, which includes excellent clinical skills, comforting chair-side manners, pain-free procedures, latest dental technology, and building a life-lasting trustworthy relationship. Our d
Ste 101, 12411, Poway Road, Poway, California

At Oak Tree Dental we are committed to provide you the smile you desire, the dentistry you deserve! We are a family and cosmetic private dental practice in Poway, CA, that is dedicated to highest quality of dental care, integrity, human regard, and family values. Our goal is to provide you an exceptional patient care, which includes excellent clinical skills, comforting chair-side manners, pain-free procedures, latest dental technology, and building a life-lasting trustworthy relationship. Our d
Ste 101, 12411, Poway Road, Poway, California

Smyleee
Very Good
WE CATER TO YOU THE MINUTE YOU ARRIVE. We offer a gentle and compassionate environment that helps you relax and receive the five-star dental care you expect and deserve. That's just one of the reasons we have so many 5-star reviews on Google and Facebook. From Dental Implants and Extractions to General Dentistry , Cosmetic Dentistry and Invisalign® Clear Aligners, we cater to patients who expect the highest level of care and expertise coupled with state-of-the-art technology to solve even the mo
13512, Poway Road, Poway, California

WE CATER TO YOU THE MINUTE YOU ARRIVE. We offer a gentle and compassionate environment that helps you relax and receive the five-star dental care you expect and deserve. That's just one of the reasons we have so many 5-star reviews on Google and Facebook. From Dental Implants and Extractions to General Dentistry , Cosmetic Dentistry and Invisalign® Clear Aligners, we cater to patients who expect the highest level of care and expertise coupled with state-of-the-art technology to solve even the mo
13512, Poway Road, Poway, California

Smyleee
Very Good
We’re proud of every tooth we clean, polish and protect Not to brag (ok, maybe a tiny bit), but we work hard to take care of every molar, bicuspid and sharp little incisor we have the honor to serve. #1 oral healthcare provider in California No one takes care of more teeth in the Golden State than us! #1 orthodontic provider in the nation We help more people straighten up and smile right than any other orthodontic group in the entire United States. #1 provider for Medi-Cal Dental in CA Every too
#3, 5807, University Avenue, Mid-City, San Diego, California

We’re proud of every tooth we clean, polish and protect Not to brag (ok, maybe a tiny bit), but we work hard to take care of every molar, bicuspid and sharp little incisor we have the honor to serve. #1 oral healthcare provider in California No one takes care of more teeth in the Golden State than us! #1 orthodontic provider in the nation We help more people straighten up and smile right than any other orthodontic group in the entire United States. #1 provider for Medi-Cal Dental in CA Every too
#3, 5807, University Avenue, Mid-City, San Diego, California

Smyleee
Very Good
Established in 2010. Dr. Fred Harandi has been practicing Dentistry since 2006. Dr. Harandi (known by his patients as Dr. Fred) opened his own practice in October of 2010 enabling him to spend quality time with his patients of both General Dentistry and Cosmetic Dentistry.
123, 7710, Balboa Avenue, Kearny Mesa, San Diego, California

Established in 2010. Dr. Fred Harandi has been practicing Dentistry since 2006. Dr. Harandi (known by his patients as Dr. Fred) opened his own practice in October of 2010 enabling him to spend quality time with his patients of both General Dentistry and Cosmetic Dentistry.
123, 7710, Balboa Avenue, Kearny Mesa, San Diego, California

Smyleee
Very Good
What makes Dental Express so unique is our dental team’s wide range of expertise. Our dentists have decades of combined experience helping patients all across America. Some have worked in hospitals doing oral surgery rotations while others have cared for patients in foreign countries with limited access to dental care. Having such a knowledgeable team of doctors lets us offer many treatments that would require specialist referrals at your typical dentist. Thanks to our team of all-stars, you don
15717, Bernardo Heights Parkway, Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, California

What makes Dental Express so unique is our dental team’s wide range of expertise. Our dentists have decades of combined experience helping patients all across America. Some have worked in hospitals doing oral surgery rotations while others have cared for patients in foreign countries with limited access to dental care. Having such a knowledgeable team of doctors lets us offer many treatments that would require specialist referrals at your typical dentist. Thanks to our team of all-stars, you don
15717, Bernardo Heights Parkway, Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, California

Smyleee
Very Good
San Diego, CA Dentist | Dental Express San Diego Dental Express San Diego specializes in dentist services such as dental exams and dental implants in San Diego, CA, and nearby areas.
15717, Bernardo Heights Parkway, Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, California

San Diego, CA Dentist | Dental Express San Diego Dental Express San Diego specializes in dentist services such as dental exams and dental implants in San Diego, CA, and nearby areas.
15717, Bernardo Heights Parkway, Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, California

Smyleee
Very Good
Looking for a dentist in Poway, then North County Dental Group is the right place for you. Our services include pediatric dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, general dentistry, emergency dentistry and more. We have a compassionate and dedicated team of dentists ready to take care of your dental needs. Our emergency dentists are available 24 hours to provide you best emergency dental care. We have taken care of patients' smiles for decades. Let us do the same for you and your family. Our pediatric den
12324, Oak Knoll Road, Poway, California

Looking for a dentist in Poway, then North County Dental Group is the right place for you. Our services include pediatric dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, general dentistry, emergency dentistry and more. We have a compassionate and dedicated team of dentists ready to take care of your dental needs. Our emergency dentists are available 24 hours to provide you best emergency dental care. We have taken care of patients' smiles for decades. Let us do the same for you and your family. Our pediatric den
12324, Oak Knoll Road, Poway, California
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