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Best overall for general dentistry: La Jolla Shores Dental - Dr. BreeAnn Christiansen, DDS, ranked #1 of 6 by service score; 4.9★ from 44 Google reviews.
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6 La Jolla clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them.
| Rank | Clinic | Service score | Rating (reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | La Jolla Shores Dental - Dr. BreeAnn Christiansen, DDS | 65 | 4.9★ (44) |
| 2 | Bird Rock Dental | 62 | 4.8★ (169) |
| 3 | Regents Dental Group | 43 | — |
| 4 | Scripps Center for Dental Care | 37 | — |
| 5 | Sarah Winter Dental by Espire | 37 | — |
| 6 | Em3ergency Dentist Dr. James D. | 15 | — |
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.
Ranked #1 for general dentistry in La Jolla
8100 Paseo Del Ocaso, La Jolla, CA 92037
Ranked #1 for general dentistry in La Jolla: 4.9★ from 44 Google reviews.
5731 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037
Ranked #2 for general dentistry in La Jolla: 4.8★ from 169 Google reviews.
4150 Regents Park Row Ste 215, La Jolla, CA 92037, United States
Ranked #3 for general dentistry in La Jolla: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
Always with your best interest in mind, Regents Dental Group are some of the most well-respected general and cosmetic dentists in San Diego, CA. Conveniently located in the heart of the UTC La Jolla area, Regents Dental Group provides children's dentistry and adult dentistry along with cosmetic and restorative procedures such as crowns, veneers, implants, bionators, teeth whitening, and periodontal treatment. We also accept dental emergency appointments.
From Regents Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.9850 Genesee Ave Suite 620, La Jolla, CA 92037, United States
Ranked #4 for general dentistry in La Jolla on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
Scripps Center for Dental Care is always striving to be the best through personalized care, high quality results, and excellent customer satisfaction. Our team is led by Dr. John Weston and Dr. Nicholas Marongui, who specialize in cosmetic, restorative, and general dentistry. Whether you are seeking teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, dental implants, Invisalign, tooth colored fillings, or any other dental procedure, we can help! If you would like to speak to one of our…
From Scripps Center for Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.7776 Ivanhoe Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037
Ranked #5 for general dentistry in La Jolla on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
5731 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037
Ranked #6 for general dentistry in La Jolla on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
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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 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.
Typical ranges in USD for La Jolla, CA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.
| Type | Typical range (USD) | Basis | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Checkup exam | $80–$230 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California | — |
| Exam, cleaning and x-rays | $230–$540 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California | — |
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Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.
| Fact | Typically |
|---|---|
| Typical visits | 1 visit for a checkup; follow-up visits if treatment is needed |
| Chair time | About 30–60 minutes for an exam and cleaning |
| Recovery | None for a routine checkup |
| When to see a specialist | When your dentist finds a problem outside routine care, such as a complex root canal, advanced gum disease or bite problems |
We scored 6 La Jolla 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.
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| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In La Jolla data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews in the last 12 months | Measured |
| Access | 15% | Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients | Measured |
| Services | 10% | Services offered out of 17 | Measured |
| Profile completeness | 5% | Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos | Measured |