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Best General Dentists in El Monte, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Dr. Emily Letran, DDS, ranked #1 of 68 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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68 El Monte clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 35 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 17 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in El Monte at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in El Monte at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)Same-day
1Dr. Emily Letran, DDS73——
2Dr. Eli Carter Emergency Dentist El Monte685.0★ (1)Yes
3Super Kids Dental - El Monte684.9★ (2,048)—
4Bajio Dental67——
5Chu Jin Wei DDS67——
6Clinica Dental Mexico67——
7DR. CHRISTOPHER D. NGUYEN67——
8Dr. Sheung L. Fan, DDS67——
9Joson Glenda M DDS67——
10Polar Dental67——

The 68 best general dentistry dentists in El Monte, 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.

  25. #25 United Dental Office

    11912 Valley Blvd suite a, El Monte, CA 91732, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in El Monte: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–3 PM · Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at United Dental OfficeFull profile(626) 442-6500

All 68 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #68, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Alfonso Martinez DDS57Evenings · Sat
27626 Dental Care57Evenings · Sat
28Dentistry564.3★ (3)
29El Monte Smile Dental Group564.9★ (36)Evenings
30Lower Azusa Dental Care - Bao Tran, DDS565.0★ (8)Sat
31Au Benson T C DDS554.3★ (3)
32Dr. Herman Budiman, DDS554.4★ (14)Sat
33Southern California Medical Center | El Monte554.0★ (208)Sat
34Rejuvenating Smiles Dental53Evenings · Sat
35Select Dental Practice53Evenings · Sat
36Pleasant Family Dentistry Dr Soe Hlaing D.D.S53Evenings · Sat
37Central Dental Group53Evenings · Sat
38A Beautiful Smile Dental Group521.0★ (1)Evenings · Sat
39Dr. Victor A. Martin, DDS523.8★ (8)Sat
40Stephanie Chen Dental515.0★ (2)Sat
41Western Dental Kids47Sat
42Brite Choice Dental47Sat
43dr david c koo dds47Sat
44Angel Dental Care47Evenings
45Lower Azusa Dental Group47Evenings
46Atlantic Pacific Smile Dental Group of El Monte47Sat
47We C Kids Dental47Sat
48Garvey Dental Group47Sat
49SmileOne Dentistry47Sat
50Central Garvey Family Dental47Sat
51Serenity Dental47Sat
52Alpha Dental - El Monte43Sat
53Comfort Dental Group43Sat
54Western Dental & Orthodontics43Sat
55Beri Lata DDS43Sat
56Whelan Lok, DDS43Sun
57Center Valley Dental Group (Best Care Dental Center)43Sat
58Amazing Smiles LA - Patricia Arroyo DDS37
59Atlas Dental Care37
60Mountain View Dental Group37
61AltaMed Medical and Dental Group - El Monte37
62Valley Mall Dental37
63American Dental33
64Gutierrez Dental Office33
65Cheung Matthew C DDS33
66Tyler Dental Practice33
67Dr. Tessie T. Sy, DDS28
68Allure Dental Arts17

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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 El Monte?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in El Monte?
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 El Monte

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 El Monte general dentistry dentists

We scored 68 El Monte clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 14 were excluded (14 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 El Monte 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 El Monte: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in El Monte?

Dr. Emily Letran, DDS ranks #1 of 68 El Monte clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Eli Carter Emergency Dentist El Monte ranks #2 (5.0★ from 1 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in El Monte, CA?

General dentistry in El Monte 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 El Monte general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

35 of 68 El Monte clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Dr. Eli Carter Emergency Dentist El Monte, Super Kids Dental - El Monte and Family Dentistry. 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 El Monte?

68 El Monte clinics list general dentistry in our data. 35 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 17 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for El Monte

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 74 clinics.
  2. : 14 duplicate listings merged.

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