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Best General Dentists in Imperial Beach, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Imperial Beach Pet Hospital, ranked #1 of 12 by service score; evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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12 Imperial Beach clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 3 open Saturdays and 4 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Imperial Beach at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Imperial Beach at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Imperial Beach Pet Hospital67—
2Chris Patton67—
3Dr. Manimanjari Mallempalli67—
4Imperial Beach Cosmetic and Family Dentistry53—
5Imperial Beach Dental Group53—
6Arnel R Mariano DDS503.0★ (17)
7Dr. Steven Y. Luo, DDS37—
8Best Choice Denture Implants and Repair33—
9Contreras Luis a DDS33—
10Imperial Beach Health Center: Gonzalez Denise R MD28—

The 12 best general dentistry dentists in Imperial Beach, 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 Imperial Beach

    #1 Imperial Beach Pet Hospital

    538 12th St, Imperial Beach, CA 91932

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Imperial Beach: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 1 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 9 AM–12 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Imperial Beach Pet HospitalFull profile(619) 424-3961

  4. #4 Imperial Beach Cosmetic and Family Dentistry

    1340 Imperial Beach Blvd # 201, Imperial Beach, CA 91932

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for general dentistry in Imperial Beach: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–9 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Imperial Beach Cosmetic and Family DentistryFull profile(619) 429-6600

  5. #5 Imperial Beach Dental Group

    1340 Imperial Beach Blvd # 201, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for general dentistry in Imperial Beach: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 8 AM–9 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Imperial Beach Dental GroupFull profile(619) 429-6600

  7. #7 Dr. Steven Y. Luo, DDS

    629 9th St, Imperial Beach, CA 91932

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for general dentistry in Imperial Beach 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–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Steven Y. Luo, DDSFull profile(619) 424-5115

  8. #8 Best Choice Denture Implants and Repair

    700 CA-75, Imperial Beach, CA 91932

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for general dentistry in Imperial Beach 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

    Book appointment at Best Choice Denture Implants and RepairFull profile(619) 648-8253

  9. #9 Contreras Luis a DDS

    1340 Imperial Beach Blvd UNIT 101, Imperial Beach, CA 91932

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for general dentistry in Imperial Beach 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–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Contreras Luis a DDSFull profile(619) 575-6644

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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 Imperial Beach?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Imperial Beach?
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 Imperial Beach

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 Imperial Beach general dentistry dentists

We scored 12 Imperial Beach clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Imperial Beach 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 Imperial Beach: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Imperial Beach?

Imperial Beach Pet Hospital ranks #1 of 12 Imperial Beach clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours. Chris Patton ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Imperial Beach, CA?

General dentistry in Imperial Beach 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 Imperial Beach general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 12 Imperial Beach clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Imperial Beach Pet Hospital, Imperial Beach Cosmetic and Family Dentistry and Imperial Beach Dental Group. 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 Imperial Beach?

12 Imperial Beach clinics list general dentistry in our data. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Imperial Beach

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 12 clinics.

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