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Best General Dentists in Harbor City, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Lighthouse Dental Office, ranked #1 of 10 by service score; evening hours and Saturday hours.

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10 Harbor City clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 3 open Saturdays and 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Harbor City at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Harbor City at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Lighthouse Dental Office57—
2PCH Normandie Dental Center555.0★ (2)
3Harbor Dental Associates47—
4AmeriplanUsa441.0★ (1)
5Flossy Dental37—
6Rolling Hills Family Dental37—
7Dr. Lenny N. Dayrit, DDS33—
8Tinoco-Simbol Dental Care28—
9Amber Gilbert15—
10Careington Dental7—

The 10 best general dentistry dentists in Harbor City, 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 Harbor City

    #1 Lighthouse Dental Office

    1306 Sepulveda Blvd, Harbor City, CA 90710

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Harbor City: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lighthouse Dental OfficeFull profile(424) 378-3358

  6. #6 Rolling Hills Family Dental

    26640 S Western Ave i, Harbor City, CA 90710

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for general dentistry in Harbor City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 10 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Rolling Hills Family DentalFull profile(310) 325-8111

  7. #7 Dr. Lenny N. Dayrit, DDS

    26640 S Western Ave M, Harbor City, CA 90710, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for general dentistry in Harbor City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–6 PM · Tue closed · Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Lenny N. Dayrit, DDSFull profile(310) 325-8111

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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 Harbor City?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Harbor City?
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 Harbor City

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 Harbor City general dentistry dentists

We scored 10 Harbor City clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 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 Harbor City 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 Harbor City: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Harbor City?

Lighthouse Dental Office ranks #1 of 10 Harbor City clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has evening hours and Saturday hours. PCH Normandie Dental Center ranks #2 (5.0★ from 2 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Harbor City, CA?

General dentistry in Harbor City 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 Harbor City general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 10 Harbor City clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Lighthouse Dental Office, PCH Normandie Dental Center and Harbor Dental Associates. 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 Harbor City?

10 Harbor City clinics list general dentistry in our data. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Harbor City

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 11 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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