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Best General Dentists in Hercules, CA (2026)

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

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Dr. Brisbain Pucan, ranked #1 of 15 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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15 Hercules clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 4 open Saturdays and 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Hercules at a glance

The 15 best general dentistry dentists in Hercules, 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. #5 My Dentist- Ashley Huong Ho, DMD

    500 Alfred Nobel Dr Suite 165, Hercules, CA 94547, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for general dentistry in Hercules: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #6 Smile Dental

    500 Alfred Nobel Dr STE 145, Hercules, CA 94547

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for general dentistry in Hercules: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Smile Dental has always enjoyed providing our patients with quality care. We believe in building personal & professional relationships with our patients so that they feel valued and comfortable. New patients and existing patients alike can be confident that our service will never fail to reach their expectations.

    From Smile Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #7 Park Lake Dental

    1572 Sycamore Ave Suite G, Hercules, CA 94547, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for general dentistry in Hercules: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–1 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    As your dentist in Hercules, our mission is to create and preserve healthy smiles that last a lifetime for our patients and their families. By combining state-of-the-art technology with the most effective and proven methods of treatment, our experienced professional team will help you to maintain a healthy and beautiful smile! Our treatment plans are tailored to achieve optimal oral health and to fulfill the cosmetic smile goals of every patient. Providing precise dental…

    From Park Lake Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #8 North Shore Dental

    500 Alfred Nobel Dr #240, Hercules, CA 94547, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for general dentistry in Hercules: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 9 AM–3 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–3 PM · Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat 7 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #10 Vincent T. Chen, DDS

    500 Alfred Nobel Dr STE 280, Hercules, CA 94547, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for general dentistry in Hercules 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–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #11 Hercules Kids Dentistry

    500 Alfred Nobel Dr #180, Hercules, CA 94547

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for general dentistry in Hercules 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–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #12 Hermon Bhullar, DDS

    500 Alfred Nobel Dr STE 205, Hercules, CA 94547, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for general dentistry in Hercules 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–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #13 Gretchen Gadwood, DDS

    500 Alfred Nobel Dr STE 155, Hercules, CA 94547, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for general dentistry in Hercules 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–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    I am a General Dentist who cares for the total family from 2 years old to 100+ years old with compassion and integrity. Your safety and comfort are a top priority in our dental practice while providing you with quality dental care. My team and I look forward to hearing from you!

    From Gretchen Gadwood, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  9. #14 The Dental Center of Hercules: Lovely Manlapaz Teodoro, DDS

    844 Willow Ave Suite #A6, Hercules, CA 94547

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for general dentistry in Hercules 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–Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Highly experienced dentist, Lovely Manlapaz Teodoro, DDS, and her staff provides excellent dental care. "Improving our patients' oral health is our number one priority". We focus on a comprehensive dental care using state of the art dental technology. "As a fee for service dental practice, we are a non-contracted dental practice, free from various restrictions and mandates imposed by dental insurances focused only on improving their loss ratio and not patient care".

    From The Dental Center of Hercules: Lovely Manlapaz Teodoro, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  10. #15 A Nobel Smile -- Thang D Nguyen, DDS

    500 Alfred Nobel Dr, Hercules, CA 94547, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for general dentistry in Hercules 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–Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri–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 Hercules?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Hercules?
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 Hercules

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 Hercules general dentistry dentists

We scored 15 Hercules clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. 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 Hercules data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
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 Hercules: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Hercules?

Dr. Brisbain Pucan ranks #1 of 15 Hercules clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Elmer De Leon ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Hercules, CA?

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

4 of 15 Hercules clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including My Dentist- Ashley Huong Ho, DMD, Smile Dental and North Shore 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 Hercules?

15 Hercules clinics list general dentistry in our data. 4 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Hercules

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 15 clinics.