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Best General Dentists in Buena Park, CA (2026)

58 clinics offering general dentistry, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Elizabeth Varughese, DDS, ranked #1 of 58 by service score; 4.8★ from 74 Google reviews, Saturday hours.

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58 Buena Park clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 27 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 8 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Buena Park at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Buena Park at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Elizabeth Varughese, DDS704.8★ (74)
21800 Emergency Dentist Buena Park 24 Hour675.0★ (16)
3Buena Park Dentistry67—
4Buena Park Mall Dentistry67—
5Buena Park Mall Dentistry: Maa Goodman DDS67—
6Chang Alicia DDS67—
7Chung's Dentistry67—
8Dental Care67—
9Dr. Aditi Pampaniya67—
10Dr. Sunki Rhee, DDS67—

The 58 best general dentistry dentists in Buena Park, 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. #19 Top Emergency Dental

    8180 Commonwealth Ave, Buena Park, CA 90621

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for general dentistry in Buena Park: emergency visits and evening hours.

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    General dentistryEmergency careImplantsCrownsBondingCosmeticFull restoration

    In their words

    Thank you for considering Top Emergency Dental as your area dental care office. Our staff offers services like emergency dental care, family dentistry, and even emergency denture repair. We also offer top-notch general dentistry services as well! For now, we are not able to take walk-in patients, so please schedule an appointment now. Our phones are manned 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays! If you're in need of emergency dental care, be sure to…

    From Top Emergency Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #20 Gold Coast Dental - Buena Park

    4600 Beach Blvd Suite A, Buena Park, CA 90621

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for general dentistry in Buena Park: evening hours and Sunday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Here at Gold Coast Dental, we are committed to the health and beauty of every smile in Buena Park, CA. With kindness, compassion, and integrating your preferences into our actions, we strive to deliver the care that you seek in a manner that's superior to what you may find elsewhere. In return, we find that our Buena Park, CA patients are happier, healthier, and more confident in the dentist's chair. When you’re ready to visit us for your general, cosmetic, and restorative…

    From Gold Coast Dental - Buena Park's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #21 Prime Dental Care

    7540 Orangethorpe Ave ste C4, Buena Park, CA 90621

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for general dentistry in Buena Park: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #22 Beautiful Smile Dental Care

    4600 Beach Blvd STE A, Buena Park, CA 90621, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for general dentistry in Buena Park: evening hours and Sunday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #23 Seung H. Baek, DDS, Inc.

    5832 Beach Blvd #202, Buena Park, CA 90621

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for general dentistry in Buena Park: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 12 PM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 7 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #24 Plaza Dental Care

    8575 Knott Ave unit A, Buena Park, CA 90620

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Buena Park: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue closed · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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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 Buena Park?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Buena Park?
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 Buena Park

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 Buena Park general dentistry dentists

We scored 58 Buena Park clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 6 were excluded (6 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
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Buena Park 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 Buena Park: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Buena Park?

Elizabeth Varughese, DDS ranks #1 of 58 Buena Park clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has 4.8★ from 74 Google reviews and Saturday hours. 1800 Emergency Dentist Buena Park 24 Hour ranks #2 (5.0★ from 16 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Buena Park, CA?

General dentistry in Buena Park 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 Buena Park general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

27 of 58 Buena Park clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Elizabeth Varughese, DDS, Sweet Home Pediatric Dentistry and TD Dental. 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 Buena Park?

58 Buena Park clinics list general dentistry in our data. 27 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 8 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Buena Park

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 60 clinics.
  2. : 6 duplicate listings merged.