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Best General Dentists in Big Bear Lake, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: My Dental Hygenius, ranked #1 of 8 by service score; 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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8 Big Bear Lake clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 2 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 5 of them.

Top 8 general dentistry dentists in Big Bear Lake at a glance

Top 8 general dentistry dentists in Big Bear Lake at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)Same-day
1My Dental Hygenius675.0★ (7)—
2Summit Dental, Kristine S. Yoshida, DDS645.0★ (722)—
3Bear Valley Dental Care603.2★ (6)Yes
4Dr Kathleen poole575.0★ (1)—
5Lakeside Dental Group544.6★ (11)—
6Big Bear Dental Center15——
7Big Bear Dental Center: Aswathaiah Muniswamapp DDS15——
8Dentistry15——

The 8 best general dentistry dentists in Big Bear Lake, 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.

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What is general dentistry?

General dentistry covers routine care: checkups, cleanings, x-rays, fillings and basic treatment of gum disease. A general dentist is usually the first stop for any dental problem and refers patients to specialists when a case needs it.

General dentistry: specialist or general dentist?

General dentists (DDS or DMD) provide this care themselves. There is no specialist for general dentistry; a general dentist may refer you to an endodontist, periodontist, orthodontist or oral surgeon for complex work.

How much does general dentistry cost in Big Bear Lake?

Typical ranges in USD for Big Bear Lake, CA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does general dentistry cost in Big Bear Lake?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$80–$230DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$230–$540DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full general dentistry cost guide for Big Bear Lake

What to expect from general dentistry

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

General dentistry: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visits1 visit for a checkup; follow-up visits if treatment is needed
Chair timeAbout 30–60 minutes for an exam and cleaning
RecoveryNone for a routine checkup
When to see a specialistWhen your dentist finds a problem outside routine care, such as a complex root canal, advanced gum disease or bite problems

How we ranked Big Bear Lake general dentistry dentists

We scored 8 Big Bear Lake clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Big Bear Lake data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
Access15%Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patientsMeasured
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

General dentistry in Big Bear Lake: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Big Bear Lake?

My Dental Hygenius ranks #1 of 8 Big Bear Lake clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews and evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours. Summit Dental, Kristine S. Yoshida, DDS ranks #2 (5.0★ from 722 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Big Bear Lake, CA?

General dentistry in Big Bear Lake typically costs $140–$420 USD. By type: checkup exam $80–$230; exam, cleaning and x-rays $230–$540. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in California?

Most dental insurance plans cover preventive checkups and cleanings, often twice a year, with little or no cost share. Medicaid covers dental care for children in every state; adult dental benefits vary by state. Confirm your benefits before booking.

Does a dental checkup hurt?

A routine checkup is usually not painful. Most patients feel only mild pressure or scraping during the cleaning. People with sensitive teeth or gum inflammation may feel some discomfort, and dentists can often use numbing gel or adjust their technique if you tell them.

Which Big Bear Lake general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 8 Big Bear Lake clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including My Dental Hygenius and Bear Valley 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 general dentistry in Big Bear Lake?

8 Big Bear Lake clinics list general dentistry in our data. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 5 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Big Bear Lake

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 8 clinics.