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Best General Dentists in Brea, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Gold Coast Dental - Brea, ranked #1 of 51 by service score; evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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51 Brea clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 8 open Saturdays and 8 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Brea at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Brea at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Gold Coast Dental - Brea67
2Crowns R US Dental Lab67
3David Pham67
4Dr. Brendalyn O. Chua Ching, DMD67
5Dr. Johnny S. Han, DDS67
6Dr. Kalvin Chen67
7Dr. Michael Han67
8Han & Associates67
9Laserdenta67
10Lena Debaz67

The 51 best general dentistry dentists in Brea, 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.

  1. Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Brea

    #1 Gold Coast Dental - Brea

    330 N Brea Blvd Suite B, Brea, CA 92821

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Brea: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Sun 7 AM–7 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Gold Coast Dental - BreaFull profile(714) 924-3664
    In their words

    At Gold Coast Dental, we want to be your first choice when you’re looking for excellent dental care in Brea, CA. Our team specializes in general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry, ensuring that when you’re looking for treatments, services, and care in the Brea, CA area that meets your needs, you’ll find everything you need here! We are committed to not only caring for your smile but creating reasons for you to smile in the process; our philosophy at Gold Coast Dental is…

    From Gold Coast Dental - Brea's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  15. #15 Dr. Barbara Gaffino, DDS

    2500 E Imperial Hwy # 120, Brea, CA 92821

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for general dentistry in Brea: evening hours and Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Barbara Gaffino, DDSFull profile(714) 990-2299

  16. #16 Cosmetic and Dental Implant Center

    782 N Brea Blvd, Brea, CA 92821

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for general dentistry in Brea: evening hours and Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 11 AM–8 PM · Tue–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8:30 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Cosmetic and Dental Implant CenterFull profile(714) 257-0330

  17. #17 Brea Implant and Cosmetic Dentistry

    1770 E Lambert Rd #100, Brea, CA 92821

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for general dentistry in Brea: Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Brea Implant and Cosmetic DentistryFull profile(714) 990-6969
    In their words

    Our Five Star Dental Experience is about comfort, convenience and results. Comfort starts at our VIP lounge. Great attention to detail is put into creating a warm and inviting ambiance that makes you forget that you are at a dental office. Warm scents of serenity, high grade leather seating, and dashing art decor designed to make you feel at home. Our friendly staff will always greet you with a genuine smile and offer your Fiji water or chamomile tea. Convenience starts with…

    From Brea Implant and Cosmetic Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 Gentle Dental Brea

    715 E Birch St Ste 4A, Brea, CA 92821

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for general dentistry in Brea: Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Gentle Dental BreaFull profile(714) 790-6612
    In their words

    If you want to make sure your teeth and gums stay healthy, it's important to visit a dentist for regular oral checkups and teeth cleanings. At Gentle Dental, we try to make it easy for patients to get the dental care they need. Our practice in Brea is conveniently located in the Brea Marketplace Shopping Center, which has plenty of parking. We offer early morning and early evening appointments to accommodate the needs of those who work during the day.

    From Gentle Dental Brea's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 Brea Dentists

    2500 E Imperial Hwy Ste 120, Brea, CA 92821, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for general dentistry in Brea: Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Brea DentistsFull profile(714) 990-2299
    In their words

    As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to Brea 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 Brea dental provider with services including Teledentistry, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening, Oral Surgery, Wisdom Teeth…

    From Brea Dentists's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Brea Dental Group

    503 E Imperial Hwy, Brea, CA 92821

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for general dentistry in Brea: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Brea Dental GroupFull profile(714) 672-9000

  21. #21 Zion Family Dental

    391 S State College Blvd # M, Brea, CA 92821

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for general dentistry in Brea: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Zion Family DentalFull profile(714) 464-8367
    In their words

    Zion Family Dental is a family dental office that serves patients of all ages from young children to older adults. Dr. Christiana and Dr. Daniel are graduates from USC Dental School and are fans of the Dodgers, Rams, and Trojan Nation. Our mission is to offer high quality and comprehensive care ranging from general to more specialized dental practices. We strive for honesty and excellence and would love to meet you to help improve your smile!

    From Zion Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Santa Rosa Dental Office - Prosthodontics

    745 N Brea Blvd, Brea, CA 92821, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for general dentistry in Brea: Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–6 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–6 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 7 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Santa Rosa Dental Office - ProsthodonticsFull profile(714) 990-0126

  24. #24 Mehta Dental Group

    200 E Imperial Hwy, Brea, CA 92821

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Brea: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Mehta Dental GroupFull profile(714) 671-9999
    In their words

    At Mehta Dental Group, we offer advanced general and cosmetic dentistry in five convenient locations: Anaheim, Brea, Tustin, Los Alamitos and Pico Rivera. Our staff of friendly, experienced professionals and team of dentists are dedicated to providing the best possible dental treatment for you and your family. Specializing in advanced general and cosmetic dentistry, we work with our patients to create a personalized treatment plan to help you achieve your healthiest, most…

    From Mehta Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Unique Dental

    1165 W Central Ave, Brea, CA 92821, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Brea: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 12:25 PM–5:25 PM · Tue 1:25 PM–6:25 PM · Wed 2:25 PM–7:25 PM · Thu 3:25 PM–8:25 PM · Fri 4:25 PM–9:25 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Unique DentalFull profile(562) 266-1901

All 51 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #51, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Brea Dentistry37
27Brea Pediatric Dental Practice and Orthodontics37
28Cornerstone Dental Care37
29Shine Dentistry (Brea)37
30SmileSpot37
31Bravo Dental Group37
32Brea Family Dentistry & Orthodontics37
33Fullerton Dental Care37
34Kevin K. Lee, DDS and Les Samuelson, DDS37
35Lewis J Dennis DDS37
36Designed Smiles37
37Masterpiece Smiles, Nada Traboulsi, DDS37
38Signature Dental - Dr. Mimi F. Yang, DDS37
39Thomas M Green, D.D.S. Inc37
40Ultimate Smiles: Bryce D Nebeker DDS37
41Artistic Dental37
42Artistic Dental-Dr. Kyra T. Nguyen, DDS37
43Brea Ranch Dentistry37
44Dental Kidz Club - Brea33
45Richardson Steven M DDS33
46Dental Office Dentists33
47Catherine Nguyen DDS, SC DENTISTRY33
48Dr. Karen Koo33
49Smile Design Advanced Dentistry27Sat
50Transformative Smiles15
51Cornerstone Dental Care: Bae Thomas DDS14

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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 Brea?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Brea?
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 Brea

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 Brea general dentistry dentists

We scored 51 Brea clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Brea 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 Brea: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Brea?

Gold Coast Dental - Brea ranks #1 of 51 Brea clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours. Crowns R US Dental Lab ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Brea, CA?

General dentistry in Brea 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 Brea general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

8 of 51 Brea clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Gold Coast Dental - Brea, Dr. Barbara Gaffino, DDS and Cosmetic and Dental Implant Center. 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 Brea?

51 Brea clinics list general dentistry in our data. 8 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Brea

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 54 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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