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Best General Dentists in Lake Forest, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: OC Splendid Smiles, ranked #1 of 57 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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57 Lake Forest clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 18 open Saturdays and 12 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 7 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Lake Forest at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Lake Forest at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1OC Splendid Smiles73—
2Soft Breeze Childrens Dentistry and Orthodontics685.0★ (83)
3Andrew B Shi DDS67—
4Azadeh Afzali67—
5Dr. Morgan Jalaei67—
6Dr. Narda Rodriguez67—
7Lake Forest Medical Dental67—
8Dino-mite Kids Dental Pediatric Dentistry604.9★ (114)
9Meshia Azad DDS584.8★ (35)
10Sonrisa Dental575.0★ (8)

The 57 best general dentistry dentists in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest

    #1 OC Splendid Smiles

    73/10015% of factors measured

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at OC Splendid SmilesFull profile
    In their words

    We would like to welcome you to our office! We take great satisfaction in helping you maintain optimal oral health. Our practice is devoted to comprehensive and preventive patient care. Whether you are looking for a cosmetic dentist or a family dentist, we would love to have you as part of our practice! The combination of advanced continuing education and state of the art services allow us to provide you the high level of care you’re looking for. My team and I will give you…

    From OC Splendid Smiles's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  13. #13 El Toro Dental Care

    23823 El Toro Rd E122, Lake Forest, CA 92630

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for general dentistry in Lake Forest: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at El Toro Dental CareFull profile(949) 855-9212
    In their words

    Best Dentist in south orange county. We are happy to serve Lake Forest, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Mission Viejo, Laguna Woods and surrounding cities. We offer all dental services including dental implants, Invisalign, wisdom teeth extractions, root canals, crowns, whitening and more. We always try to beat or match any dental treatment quote. Our goal is your satisfaction and your beautiful smile.

    From El Toro Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  14. #14 Forest Family Dentistry

    22855 Lake Forest Dr suite b, Lake Forest, CA 92630, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for general dentistry in Lake Forest: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Forest Family DentistryFull profile(949) 583-1558
    In their words

    Forest Family Dentistry is the best choice for premium dental care in Orange County. Since 1991, we have been providing patients with cosmetic, preventative, and restorative dental procedures at very reasonable prices. Our services include teeth cleaning, dental exams, porcelain crowns, drill-less air abrasion fillings, one-hour teeth whitening, Invisalign removable braces, and more. Contact us today to schedule an appointment. We accept most insurances, including Medi-Cal.

    From Forest Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  15. #15 Dental Magic OC

    20025 Lake Forest Dr #105, Lake Forest, CA 92630

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for general dentistry in Lake Forest: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dental Magic OCFull profile(949) 916-8922

  16. #16 Lake Forest Dental Group: Darmstadt Steven DDS

    23082 Ridge Rte Dr STE A, Lake Forest, CA 92630

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for general dentistry in Lake Forest: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lake Forest Dental Group: Darmstadt Steven DDSFull profile(949) 770-9355

  18. #18 LF Dental

    22611 Lake Forest Dr c5, Lake Forest, CA 92630, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for general dentistry in Lake Forest: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at LF DentalFull profile(949) 446-0700
    In their words

    Visit our your one-stop dental office and experience our quality dental care in Lake Forest, California! Our team works to provide you with exceptional dental care in a comfortable, calming atmosphere. Patients can feel at ease in Dr. Elizabeth Kim’s chair. Lake Forest Dental is glad to offer a variety of services — from regular cleanings to root canals to Invisalign® treatment. Find out more about how our dentist can help improve the look and the health of your smile. Call…

    From LF Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 Baker Ranch Dental Spa & Implant Center

    26501 Rancho Pkwy S STE 202, Lake Forest, CA 92630

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for general dentistry in Lake Forest: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Baker Ranch Dental Spa & Implant CenterFull profile(949) 779-2120
    In their words

    At Baker Ranch Dental Spa & Implant Center in Lake Forest, CA, we're focused on providing anxiety-free dental experiences with a gentle, caring touch. Our Lake Forest Dentists strive to be your home for complete dental care, offering same-day dentistry and a range of dental services, including preventive checkups and cleanings, restorative crowns and bridges, porcelain veneers, dental implants, and more. Families and friends are invited to learn more and schedule an…

    From Baker Ranch Dental Spa & Implant Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Dental Wellness of Lake Forest

    22373 El Toro Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92630

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for general dentistry in Lake Forest: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dental Wellness of Lake ForestFull profile(949) 444-5833
    In their words

    At Dental Wellness of Lake Forest, we are committed to your dental needs. Dr. Maryam specializes in dental fillings, restorations, dental implants, dental crowns, tooth extractions, and root canals. We offer complete oral hygiene services for routine checkups, teeth cleaning, and periodontal maintenance. We also provide cosmetic and restorative dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, orthodontics, oral surgery, and implant dentistry. We treat patients of all ages and are…

    From Dental Wellness of Lake Forest's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Lifetime Dental of Lake Forest

    23731 El Toro Rd ste d, Lake Forest, CA 92630

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for general dentistry in Lake Forest: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5 PM · Tue 10 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 10 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lifetime Dental of Lake ForestFull profile(949) 581-8108
    In their words

    Lifetime Dental is a family-owned general and multi-specialty dental practice, emphasizing in advanced orthodontic treatment. We accept most insurance plans, offer 0% interest financing and have our own in-house dental savings plan. New patients of all ages are welcome!

    From Lifetime Dental of Lake Forest's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Nicole E. Kuske, DDS

    22992 El Toro Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92630

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for general dentistry in Lake Forest: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Nicole E. Kuske, DDSFull profile(949) 855-0176
    In their words

    Our main goals are to provide a relaxed and warm environment for their clients. We listen to you and your individual needs and are here to serve you. From the moment you have a seat, you will notice we are different from other dental offices. We accept CareCredit!

    From Nicole E. Kuske, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Farshin Farokhian, DDS

    25422 Trabuco Rd Suite 104, Lake Forest, CA 92630

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Lake Forest: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 11 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 11 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Farshin Farokhian, DDSFull profile(949) 205-7513

  25. #25 Jeanette Thai, DDS

    24432 Muirlands Blvd #201, Lake Forest, CA 92630

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Lake Forest: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Jeanette Thai, DDSFull profile(949) 317-4884
    In their words

    Jeanette Thai, DDS received her Doctor of Dental Surgery from UCLA in 1987. She worked as an associate dentist in Los Angeles and Orange County for several years. In 1993, she opened her private dental practice in Lake Forest. A standard of excellence in personalized dental care enables us to provide the quality dental services our patients deserve. We provide comprehensive treatment planning & use restorative and cosmetic dentistry to achieve your optimal dental health.…

    From Jeanette Thai, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 57 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #57, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Lake Forest Dental Health Care47Evenings
27OC Family Dentistry47Evenings
28Dr. Scott E. West, DDS47Sat
29Twin Peaks Dental43Sat
30Mozhgan Molkara DDS43Sat
31Dr. Sandra Y. Rodriguez, DDS37Evenings · Sat
32Daisy P. Alvarenga, DDS37
33Lake Forest Dental Arts37
34Lake Forest Dental Group and Orthodontics37
35Smiles West - Lake Forest37
36Lake Forest Modern Dental | Sean Nguyen DDS37
37Evershine Dental Group, Carolyn Castaneda Fassioli DDS37
38Pankaj R. Narkhede, DDS, MDS, Honored Fellow AAID37
39Smile Works Dentistry & Orthodontics37
40Stunning Smiles of Lake Forest37
41Kirsch and Moradi Dental37
42Morgan Dental37
43Christian Dental Arts37
44Eli Family Dentistry37
45Southern California Family Dentistry37
46Lake Forest Dental Group: Choi John H DDS34Evenings · Sat
47Sandra Sarmiento Dental Corporation | White Reflection Dentistry34Evenings · Sat
48Modern Dental33
49OC Centers For Oral Surgery & Dental Implants33
50So Cal Dental Partners33
51Ricardo S. Mariano Jr. DMD33
52Marina Dental33
53South Ocean Dental27Sat
54Image Dental17
55Michael Bissiri, DDS17
56Emergency Dentist Lake Forest Always Open8
57La Estrella Dental7

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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 Lake Forest?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Lake Forest?
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 Lake Forest

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 Lake Forest general dentistry dentists

We scored 57 Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Lake Forest?

OC Splendid Smiles ranks #1 of 57 Lake Forest clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Soft Breeze Childrens Dentistry and Orthodontics ranks #2 (5.0★ from 83 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Lake Forest, CA?

General dentistry in Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

18 of 57 Lake Forest clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including J & Z Programs for Dentistry, El Toro Dental Care and Forest Family Dentistry. 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 Lake Forest?

57 Lake Forest clinics list general dentistry in our data. 18 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 7 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Lake Forest

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 62 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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