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Best General Dentists in Gardena, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: California Smile Dental Studio, ranked #1 of 67 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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67 Gardena clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 20 open Saturdays and 6 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 6 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Gardena at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Gardena at a glance
RankClinicService score
1California Smile Dental Studio73
2Organika Dental73
3A Best Care of Dentistry67
4Alexander Lee67
5Crenshaw Dental Clinic67
6Dentistry67
7Dr. Arvin R. Tounian, DDS67
8Dr. Joseph Azizi, DMD67
9Dr. L. Presley Buddenhagen67
10Dr. Omid Barkhordar67

The 67 best general dentistry dentists in Gardena, 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.

Scores below: based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Gardena

    #1 California Smile Dental Studio

    73/100

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Gardena on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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    In their words

    California Smile Dental Studio has been serving leading esthetic clinicians and patients in California and abroad for 30+ years. Our dental studio provides the highest quality services and restorations. We utilize cutting-edge techniques and materials to guarantee our products meet and exceed our patients' esthetic demands and expectations. We aim to give our patients the California Smile: unique, artistic, natural. For more information, visit our website californiasmile.us!

    From California Smile Dental Studio's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 67 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #67, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Cornerstone Dental Art623.0★ (1)
27A Miracle Dental Group - Dr. Sara Shirazi, DDS585.0★ (82)
28Carson Dental Office57Evenings · Sun
29Brite Dental - David T. Dang, D.D.S. Inc57Evenings · Sat
30Gardena Dental Group57Evenings · Sat
31Dr. Teresa M. Avendano-Galvez, DMD53Evenings · Sat
32Family Dentist - Luke B. Lee, D.M.D.53Evenings · Sat
33Craig H Yamamoto DDS515.0★ (1)
34Yamashiro Jeffrey DDS515.0★ (13)
35Wayne M Park, D.D.S.505.0★ (2)Evenings · Sat
36Dr. Michael K. Dote, DDS495.0★ (5)Sat
37Gardena Dental Care47Sat
38Gardena Orthodontics47Sat
39Brite Kids Dental47Sat
40Victor Negrete DDS47Sat
41Rosedale Dental47Sat
42Gardena Dental office47Sat
43Gardena PARK Dental Care47Sat
44Dr. Jaechan Park, DDS47Sat
45Gerger Dentistry47Sat
46Western Dental & Orthodontics43Sat
47California Dental Group Gardena43Sat
48GOOD NEIGHBOR DENTISTRY43Sat
49Healthy Smiles 4 Ever - Dr. Afshin Doostan37
50Plaza Dental Specialty Group37
51Healthy Smiles Premier Dental37
52Guadalupana Dental37
53Harry Kim DDS INC.37
54Peng Dental Care: W. Felix Peng, DDS37
55Dr. Chia Huang Fu, DDS34Sat · Sun
56Redondo Oral & Maxillofacial33
57City Dental Center33
58Torrance Dentist DDS33
59Beket Sol17Sat
60Crystal Ridge Dental15
61Dr. John Yoo15
62Hedayati Shahram DDS15
63Kawazoe Neal DDS15
64Union Dental Gardena15
65Uyeda Gary DDS15
66김재찬치과의원15
67Simply Smiles Dental Care14

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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 Gardena?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Gardena?
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 Gardena

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 Gardena general dentistry dentists

We scored 67 Gardena clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 4 were excluded (4 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 Gardena 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 Gardena: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Gardena?

California Smile Dental Studio ranks #1 of 67 Gardena clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Organika Dental ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Gardena, CA?

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

20 of 67 Gardena clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Brite Dental - David T. Dang, D.D.S. Inc, Gardena Dental Group and Dr. Teresa M. Avendano-Galvez, DMD. 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 Gardena?

67 Gardena clinics list general dentistry in our data. 20 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 6 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Gardena

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 70 clinics.
  2. : 4 duplicate listings merged.

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