Best Cosmetic Dentists in San Diego, CA (2026)

144 clinics offering cosmetic dentistry, rankedUpdated October 21, 20260 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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Best overall for cosmetic dentistry: Nimmi Shine Dental of San Diego, ranked #1 of 144 by service score; 4.9★ from 321 Google reviews, Saturday hours.
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Best value: insurance accepted: Brighton Dental, accepts dental insurance, 4.9★ from 565 Google reviews.

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144 San Diego clinics list cosmetic dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 2 offer same-day or emergency visits and 25 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 106 of them.

Top 10 cosmetic dentists in San Diego at a glance

Top 10 cosmetic dentists in San Diego at a glance
Rank	Clinic	Service score	Rating (reviews)
1	Nimmi Shine Dental of San Diego	76	4.9★ (321)
2	Brighton Dental	74	4.9★ (565)
3	Blue Wave Dental Care	73	—
4	Chula Vista Dental Arts	73	—
5	Complete Dental Health	73	—
6	Comprehensive Health Center: Evangelista Melanie DDS	73	—
7	Comprehensive Health Center: Mallempalli Manimanjari DDS	73	—
8	Coronado Family Dental - Dr. Stephen Dao, DDS	73	—
9	Dental Office	73	—
10	DentCo Dental Clinic	73	—

The 144 best cosmetic dentists in San Diego, ranked

Ordered by service score: the DR Score plus bonuses for a specialist on staff, reviews that mention the service and same-day care where it applies.

Ranked #1 for cosmetic in San Diego
#1 Nimmi Shine Dental of San Diego
9888 Carroll Centre Rd Suite #112, San Diego, CA 92126
76/100
Ranked #1 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego: 4.9★ from 321 Google reviews; Saturday hours.
- 4.9from 321 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Nimmi Shine Dental of San Diego Full profile (858) 999-8550
In their words
Our goal is to accomplish the smile that our patients desire. We work with our patients so they can achieve and maintain a beautiful smile and healthy gums! We specialize in general dentistry and cosmetic dentistry and use the latest technology and techniques to give our patients outstanding results. Our patients leave our office with life changing results. We believe in Life Changing Dentistry and will always provide the services you want for your optimal health, wellness…
From Nimmi Shine Dental of San Diego's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#2 Brighton Dental
10450 Friars Rd. Suite G, San Diego, CA 92120
74/100
Ranked #2 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego: 4.9★ from 565 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 565 Google reviews
- Speaks English
- Accepting new patients
Hours
Mon–Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu 8 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Brighton Dental Full profile (619) 831-8559
In their words
At Brighton Dental in San Diego, CA, your smile is in expert hands with Dr. Paige Woods. With a comprehensive skill set that includes Crowns & Bridges, Implants, Extractions, Safe Amalgam Removal, and Veneers, Dr. Woods is a dentist you can trust for exceptional results. Her dedication to staying at the forefront of dental technology and techniques guarantees that you will receive the most advanced and effective treatments available. Dr. Woods' warm and compassionate…
From Brighton Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#3 Blue Wave Dental Care
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #3 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Blue Wave Dental Care Full profile
In their words
Voted Best Dentist by San Diego Reader's Best of 2022! Welcome to Dr. S. Lee Fleming Dentistry, your trusted Ocean Beach dentists. We have been proudly providing our patients with beautiful smiles for over 30 years! Our patients can expect honest providers, exceptional service, superior results, and an outstanding quality of care when they visit our office. We look forward to helping you achieve your most confident smile! Call our office at (619) 224-3391 to schedule your…
From Blue Wave Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#4 Chula Vista Dental Arts
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #4 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Chula Vista Dental Arts Full profile
In their words
We are proud to provide a state-of-the-art facility for the highest quality dental care available. It is one of our top priorities to protect the well-being of our valued patients. We are always welcoming new patients and we would love to have you as part of our dental family.
From Chula Vista Dental Arts's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#5 Complete Dental Health
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #5 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Complete Dental Health Full profile
#6 Comprehensive Health Center: Evangelista Melanie DDS
3177 Ocean View Blvd, San Diego, CA 92113
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #6 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Comprehensive Health Center: Evangelista Melanie DDS Full profile (619) 231-9300
#7 Comprehensive Health Center: Mallempalli Manimanjari DDS
3177 Ocean View Blvd, San Diego, CA 92113, United States
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #7 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Comprehensive Health Center: Mallempalli Manimanjari DDS Full profile (619) 231-9300
#8 Coronado Family Dental - Dr. Stephen Dao, DDS
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #8 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Coronado Family Dental - Dr. Stephen Dao, DDS Full profile
#9 Dental Office
3645 Midway Dr, San Diego, CA 92110
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #9 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Dental Office Full profile
#10 DentCo Dental Clinic
560 Holden Street, San Diego, CA 92139
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #10 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at DentCo Dental Clinic Full profile (800) 267-0000
#11 East Village Dental Group
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #11 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at East Village Dental Group Full profile
In their words
As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to East Village Dental Group! With state-of-the-art infection control procedures in place, our #1 goal is to keep you and your family safe. We provide comprehensive specialty services with advanced, proven technology and offer customized financial solutions for you. We are proud to be your complete San Diego dental provider with services including Teledentistry, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening, Oral Surgery, Wisdom…
From East Village Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#12 Gentle Care Family Dentistry: Elvie Nathanson, DMD
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #12 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Gentle Care Family Dentistry: Elvie Nathanson, DMD Full profile
#13 Harbor Dental
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #13 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Harbor Dental Full profile
#14 Holistic Biological Dentistry Odontomedik
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #14 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Holistic Biological Dentistry Odontomedik Full profile
In their words
At Odontomedik, we are proud to offer holistic and biological dentistry in Tijuana Mexico. Among the many benefits that our patients enjoy when getting dental treatments done with us, is being treated with the Huggins protocol, use of the latest holistic dental techniques, bio-compatible materials, top quality service and a the amazing care of our expert dental team who is always looking out for the well-being of our patients.
From Holistic Biological Dentistry Odontomedik's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#15 Lovebites Dental
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #15 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Lovebites Dental Full profile (858) 349-7996
#16 Carmel Valley Dentist Office
5550 Carmel Mountain Rd Ste 101, San Diego, CA 92130
73/100
Ranked #16 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego: 4.4★ from 253 Google reviews; evening hours and Saturday hours.
- 4.4from 253 Google reviews
Hours
Mon 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue–Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–3:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Carmel Valley Dentist Office Full profile (858) 251-1407
In their words
As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to Carmel Valley Dentist Office and Orthodontics! With state-of-the-art infection control procedures in place, our #1 goal is to keep you and your family safe. We provide comprehensive specialty services with advanced, proven technology and offer customized financial solutions for you. We are proud to be your complete San Diego dental provider with services including Teledentistry, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening,…
From Carmel Valley Dentist Office's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#17 Mission Valley Dental
2333 Camino del Rio S #140, San Diego, CA 92108, United States
72/100
Ranked #17 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego: 4.9★ from 497 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 497 Google reviews
Hours
Mon 8 AM–4 PM · Tue–Wed 7 AM–3 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Mission Valley Dental Full profile (619) 805-4248
In their words
Looking to find a dentist in San Diego? When looking for a San Diego dentist, we hope that you will consider scheduling an appointment with us. At Mission Valley Dental Arts, patients can count on having expert dental care from a team that is compassionate, listens, and works to create a comfortable and relaxing environment. Dr. Khodapanah and staff educate patients, and provide detailed information about their diagnosis and treatment options. Dr. Khodapanah believes that an…
From Mission Valley Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#18 Doris Fill, D.D.S.
2845 Nimitz Blvd ste a, San Diego, CA 92106
71/100
Ranked #18 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego: 4.9★ from 903 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 903 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Doris Fill, D.D.S.Full profile (619) 223-8179
#19 Mission Trails Dentistry
6902 Navajo Rd, San Diego, CA 92119
71/100
Ranked #19 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego: 4.9★ from 293 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 293 Google reviews
Hours
Mon 7:30 AM–5 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Mission Trails Dentistry Full profile (619) 582-9700
#20 Mission Valley Dentists
5638 Mission Center Rd Ste 107, San Diego, CA 92108
71/100
Ranked #20 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego: 4.4★ from 470 Google reviews.
- 4.4from 470 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Mission Valley Dentists Full profile (619) 220-0159
In their words
As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to Mission Valley Dentists! With state-of-the-art infection control procedures in place, our #1 goal is to keep you and your family safe. We provide comprehensive specialty services with advanced, proven technology and offer customized financial solutions for you. We are proud to be your complete San Diego dental provider with services including Teledentistry, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening, Oral Surgery, Wisdom…
From Mission Valley Dentists's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#21 Mesa Dental
7625 Mesa College Dr #100, San Diego, CA 92111
71/100
Ranked #21 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego: 4.9★ from 1,859 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 1,859 Google reviews
Hours
Mon closed · Tue–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Mesa Dental Full profile (858) 877-9540
#22 Scripps West Dental
9420 Mira Mesa Blvd Ste D
71/100
Ranked #22 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego: 5.0★ from 440 Google reviews; 1 of 20 collected reviews mentions cosmetic dentistry.
- 5.0from 440 Google reviews
- Speaks English
Hours
Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Dentists
Dr. James P. Tasto
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Implants Invisalign Crowns Whitening +1 more
Book appointment at Scripps West Dental Full profile (858) 695-1776
In their words
Scripps West Dental is a trusted dental practice serving Mira Mesa and the greater San Diego, CA area, offering comprehensive care for patients of all ages. Our experienced team offers preventative dentistry to keep your smile healthy, along with cosmetic and restorative dentistry to enhance function and appearance. We specialize in dental implants, periodontal treatment, endodontics, and oral & maxillofacial surgery, delivering advanced solutions in a comfortable setting.
From Scripps West Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#23 Cabrillo Dental
7695 Cardinal Ct #300, San Diego, CA 92123
70/100
Ranked #23 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego: 4.9★ from 376 Google reviews; 1 of 20 collected reviews mentions cosmetic dentistry.
- 4.9from 376 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Cabrillo Dental Full profile (858) 277-9300
#24 Lake Murray Medical & Dental Centre
6280 Jackson Dr, San Diego, CA 92119
70/10085% of factors measured
Ranked #24 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.
- 3.7from 3 Google reviews
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Lake Murray Medical & Dental Centre Full profile
#25 Rancho Bernardo Cosmetic & Family Dental Care
12405 Rancho Bernardo Rd, San Diego, CA 92128, United States
70/100
Ranked #25 for cosmetic dentistry in San Diego: 4.6★ from 27 Google reviews; 1 of 20 collected reviews mentions cosmetic dentistry.
- 4.6from 27 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Rancho Bernardo Cosmetic & Family Dental Care Full profile (858) 385-1838

All 144 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #144, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

Rank	Clinic	DR Score	Rating (reviews)	Evenings / weekends
26	Balboa Dental Care	70	5.0★ (188)
27	Pearls of Dentistry	69	5.0★ (239)
28	Hurst Dental Care	69	4.8★ (209)	Evenings
29	Dr. Bajars & Bajars - Cosmetic Dentistry San Diego	69	4.8★ (180)	Evenings
30	Center Point Dental Group	69	4.9★ (67)	Sat
31	Coastal Dental Arts	69	4.8★ (356)
32	Carmel Mountain Dental Care	69	4.8★ (985)
33	Rancho Dental Care	69	4.3★ (267)
34	Dentist in Rancho Bernardo & 4S Ranch \| Hekmat Dental Care	68	5.0★ (166)
35	The Dental Express Hillcrest - Dentist in Hillcrest, CA	68	4.3★ (116)	Sat
36	The Dental Express Point Loma	68	4.4★ (397)	Sat
37	Scripps Poway Dental Care - Sorrento Valley	68	4.8★ (194)
38	Rancho Penasquitos Dental Center	68	4.9★ (168)
39	Mission Hills Dental Group	67	4.1★ (324)
40	Dr. Frederick Hammond	67	5.0★ (3)
41	Vaida Avery, DDS	67	5.0★ (128)
42	Sorrento Dental Care, Dr Mojdeh Abbasian	67	4.8★ (177)
43	Chung K Peter DDS	67
44	David Warren DDS Family and Cosmetic Dentistry	67
45	Dr. Marey E. Stone, DDS	67
46	Dr. William E. Lin, DDS	67
47	Imperial Beach Community Clinic	67
48	MCRD Dental Clinic	67
49	National Dental Care, Barangaroo	67
50	Nova Emergency Dental	67
51	Seacoast Pet Clinic	67
52	SmileCare	67
53	Swrmc branch dentAl clinic	67
54	MercadoRichardJDDS	67	5.0★ (6)	Evenings · Sat · Sun
55	Joy Dental	66	5.0★ (2)
56	Rosecrans Dental Office	66	5.0★ (2)
57	Distinctive Dentistry of San Diego	66	4.9★ (345)
58	Park Dental Arts	66	4.8★ (129)
59	Downtown SD Modern Dentistry	66	4.1★ (316)	Evenings
60	Smile Mission Valley Dental Center	66	4.8★ (277)
61	San Diego Dental Studio	66	5.0★ (591)
62	Dental Care of Rancho Bernardo	66	3.5★ (2)
63	Rancho Penasquitos Dentistry	66	4.6★ (279)
64	The Dental Express Downtown	66	4.4★ (209)	Sat
65	Farshin Farokhian, DDS	65	4.9★ (679)	Sat
66	The Super Dentists	65	4.7★ (1,026)	Sat
67	San City Dental Clinic	65	4.2★ (5)	Evenings · Sat
68	Bernardo Dental Care - Dr Sandhya Ramanujam	65	4.5★ (35)
69	Center for Dental Health, La Jolla	65	4.6★ (185)
70	Genesee Dentists	64	4.9★ (57)	Sat
71	San Diego Family Care (Dental Clinic)	64	4.2★ (29)
72	Western Dental Center: Gonzalez Alberto DDS	64	1.7★ (24)	Evenings · Sat · Sun
73	American Dental Clinic: Emmanuel Aguilar, DMD	64	4.8★ (99)
74	Paul Taylor, DMD - Advanced Dentistry	64	4.5★ (127)
75	Bay Park Dental Group	64	4.9★ (646)
76	Orange Family Dental	63	4.6★ (134)
77	La Mesa Dental Services	63	5.0★ (9)	Sat
78	Southland Plaza Dental Group, Office of Dr. Claudia Le DMD	63	5.0★ (9)	Sat
79	Dent Aid Dentistry	63	4.9★ (522)
80	Dental Arts of Coronado Avenue	63	4.6★ (138)
81	Rio Vista Family Dentistry	63	4.9★ (704)
82	Clairemont Mesa Dental Center	63	4.9★ (273)
83	RB Dental Excellence	63	4.7★ (91)
84	Urban Dental	63	5.0★ (92)
85	North Park Dental Office	63	4.6★ (19)	Sat
86	Sunshine Dental Office	62	3.7★ (37)
87	Boulevard Dental Center	62	4.0★ (24)
88	Mission Gorge Family & Cosmetic Dentistry	62	5.0★ (107)
89	Marina District Dentistry	62	4.9★ (244)
90	Uptown Dental Office	62	4.6★ (10)
91	Dr. Lilian Z. Dominguez, DDS	62	3.0★ (4)	Evenings
92	Signature Dental Studio	62	4.9★ (585)
93	Sabre Springs Dentistry	61	4.2★ (46)
94	Dovey Dental	61	4.9★ (345)
95	Michael G. McMahon, DDS	60	5.0★ (177)
96	Radiant Dental Arts	60	4.9★ (205)
97	Serra Mesa Smiles	60	4.9★ (162)
98	Bacino Dentistry	60	5.0★ (159)
99	Convoy Smiles	60	4.9★ (84)	Sat
100	Logan Heights Dental	60	3.3★ (12)	Sat
101	San Diego Sleep and TMJ Center	60	5.0★ (5)
102	Bankers Hill Dental	60	4.9★ (78)
103	Branch Dental Annex NMAWC	59	3.3★ (7)
104	New Smile Dental Center	59	4.8★ (79)
105	Dr. Adina Manolescu	59	5.0★ (199)
106	Pristine Dental Group	58	4.8★ (274)
107	Nestor Community Health Center	58	3.0★ (61)	Evenings
108	La Maestra Dental - University Ave	58	2.6★ (28)	Sat
109	Western Dental & Orthodontics	57	3.9★ (470)	Sat
110	Affinity Dental Hillcrest	57	4.6★ (413)
111	San Ysidro Health - King Chavez Health Center	57	3.0★ (109)	Sat
112	iSmile Dental	57	3.1★ (25)
113	Del Mar Dental Arts	57	4.8★ (190)
114	Apple Dental	57	3.1★ (34)
115	Ordaz Dental	57		Evenings · Sat
116	Dental Arts of Palm Avenue - Dr. Jaime Acuna, San Diego Dentist	57		Evenings · Sat
117	Park Blvd Surgery	57	4.3★ (474)
118	Smile Ocean Dental Practice	57	5.0★ (2)
119	Neighborhood Dental Group	56	4.5★ (77)
120	Mission Boulevard Dental Group	56	5.0★ (33)
121	Peak Dental	56	4.9★ (68)
122	Terri T. Nguyen, DDS	56	5.0★ (1)
123	Downtown Dental Speciality	55	1.0★ (1)
124	Wolff Randy L DDS	55	4.5★ (20)
125	NAB Dental & Medical Clinic	55	5.0★ (1)
126	North Air Station North Island - Branch Dental Clinic	54	2.1★ (22)
127	Barbara Young DDS	54	4.8★ (56)
128	Tierrasanta Plaza Dental	54	4.0★ (30)	Sat
129	Dr. Harriet Seldin mydentist®	51	5.0★ (2)	Sat
130	John Geis DDS Dental Clinic at Veterans Village	51	4.3★ (4)
131	Town Center Dentistry	51	2.6★ (181)
132	Happy Smiles Dentistry	49	3.9★ (7)
133	Dental Clinic	37
134	James P. Tasto, DDS	37
135	Nina Mojaver, DMD	37
136	Mira Mesa Dental & Orthodontic Office	37
137	City Heights Dental Clinic	33
138	North Park Dental Clinic	33
139	Bernardo Center Dentistry	33
140	Dental Group San Diego	33
141	Elm Street Family Health Center	33
142	Sdwickedbeauty	27		Sun
143	Children's Dental Health Center	17
144	Dentist	14

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What is cosmetic dentistry?

Cosmetic dentistry covers treatments mainly meant to improve how teeth look, such as whitening, bonding, veneers, and tooth-coloured fillings. Some treatments also restore function. Results and suitability depend on your teeth and gums.

Cosmetic dentistry: specialist or general dentist?

General dentists provide most cosmetic treatments. Cosmetic dentistry is not a recognised specialty, so training varies. A prosthodontist may be recommended for complex cases.

How much does cosmetic dentistry cost in San Diego?

Typical ranges in USD for San Diego, CA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does cosmetic dentistry cost in San Diego?
Type	Typical range (USD)	Basis	As of
Cosmetic Dentistry (typical case)	$700–$7,000	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California	—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full cosmetic dentistry cost guide for San Diego

What to expect from cosmetic dentistry

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

Cosmetic dentistry: visits, chair time and recovery
Fact	Typically
Typical visits	1 visit for whitening or bonding; several visits for veneers or smile makeovers
Chair time	Varies by treatment, from about 30 minutes to several hours
Recovery	Usually little or none; some sensitivity is common
When to see a specialist	Smile makeovers involving many teeth, bite changes, or implants

How we ranked San Diego cosmetic dentists

We scored 144 San Diego clinics offering cosmetic dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 36 were excluded (4 closed and 32 duplicate listings). Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured clinics are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
Factor	Weight	Computed from	In San Diego data
Reputation	45%	Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating	Measured
Review volume	15%	log10(review count) against the city maximum	Measured
Recency	10%	Share of reviews in the last 12 months	Measured
Access	15%	Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients	Measured
Services	10%	Services offered out of 17	Measured
Profile completeness	5%	Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos	Measured

Cosmetic dentistry in San Diego: frequently asked questions

Who is the best cosmetic dentistry dentist in San Diego?

Nimmi Shine Dental of San Diego ranks #1 of 144 San Diego clinics offering cosmetic dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has 4.9★ from 321 Google reviews and Saturday hours. Brighton Dental ranks #2 (4.9★ from 565 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does cosmetic dentistry cost in San Diego, CA?

Cosmetic dentistry in San Diego typically costs $700–$7,000 USD. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is cosmetic dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in California?

Purely cosmetic treatment is generally not covered by dental insurance or Medicaid. Treatments that also repair damage may be partly covered.

Does cosmetic dental work hurt?

Most cosmetic treatments cause little discomfort. Whitening can cause temporary sensitivity, and veneers or crowns are prepared under local anesthetic. Your dentist can explain what to expect for the specific treatment you are considering.

Which San Diego cosmetic dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

25 of 144 San Diego clinics offering cosmetic dentistry list Saturday hours, including Nimmi Shine Dental of San Diego, Carmel Valley Dentist Office and Rancho Bernardo Cosmetic & Family Dental Care. Hours come from each clinic's listing; check with the clinic before you go, since holiday and summer hours can change.

How many dentists offer cosmetic dentistry in San Diego?

144 San Diego clinics list cosmetic dentistry in our data. 25 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 106 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Top 10 cosmetic dentists in San Diego at a glance

The 144 best cosmetic dentists in San Diego, ranked

#1 Nimmi Shine Dental of San Diego

#2 Brighton Dental

#3 Blue Wave Dental Care

#4 Chula Vista Dental Arts

#5 Complete Dental Health

#6 Comprehensive Health Center: Evangelista Melanie DDS

#7 Comprehensive Health Center: Mallempalli Manimanjari DDS

#8 Coronado Family Dental - Dr. Stephen Dao, DDS

#9 Dental Office

#10 DentCo Dental Clinic

#11 East Village Dental Group

#12 Gentle Care Family Dentistry: Elvie Nathanson, DMD

#13 Harbor Dental

#14 Holistic Biological Dentistry Odontomedik

#15 Lovebites Dental

#16 Carmel Valley Dentist Office

#17 Mission Valley Dental

#18 Doris Fill, D.D.S.

#19 Mission Trails Dentistry

#20 Mission Valley Dentists

#21 Mesa Dental

#22 Scripps West Dental

#23 Cabrillo Dental

#24 Lake Murray Medical & Dental Centre

#25 Rancho Bernardo Cosmetic & Family Dental Care