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Best General Dentists in Lakewood, CA (2026)

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

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    Best overall for general dentistry: E- Smile dentistry, ranked #1 of 49 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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49 Lakewood clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 9 open Saturdays and 9 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 5 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Lakewood at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Lakewood at a glance
RankClinicService score
1E- Smile dentistry73
2Goren David DDS & Associates73
3James B. Lee, D.D.S.73
4Lakewood Dental Arts73
5Top Emergency Dentist73
6Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics67
7Dr. Bina C. Sujan, DDS67
8Dr. Connie A. Robinson-Harper, DDS67
9Dr. Jessica Leong67
10Dr. Khai Tran67

The 49 best general dentistry dentists in Lakewood, 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.

  4. #4 Lakewood Dental Arts

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for general dentistry in Lakewood 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 Lakewood Dental ArtsFull profile
    In their words

    Lakewood Dental Arts is your one-stop-shop for all of your dental needs including general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, endodontics, periodontics, oral surgery and orthodontics in Lakewood, CA. For over 25 years, our doctors have put patients first and provided quality dental and orthodontic care for thousands of patients and families. We offer comprehensive dental care, ranging from oral surgery and endodontics to dental implant surgery, periodontics, orthodontics,…

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

  5. #5 Top Emergency Dentist

    11421 E Carson St, Lakewood, CA 90715

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for general dentistry in Lakewood 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 Top Emergency DentistFull profile(562) 271-5971
    In their words

    Thank you for considering Top Emergency Dentist as your local dental provider. Our staff offers services like emergency dental care, family dentistry, and even emergency denture repair. Our dental professionals also offer fantastic general dentistry services as well! At this time, we are incapable of taking walk-in patients, so please call an appointment now. Our phone lines are manned 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays! If you need a dentist and…

    From Top Emergency Dentist's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  6. #6 Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for general dentistry in Lakewood 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 Bright Now! Dental & OrthodonticsFull profile
    In their words

    Book an appointment with the friendly Bellflower staff for dental services including teeth cleaning, dental check-ups, teeth whitening, braces, root canals and dental crowns. With prices and plans to fit every budget, Bright Now Dental's staff cannot wait to help patients smile brighter. In addition to readily available orthodontists and pediatric dentists, Bright Now Dental is proud to offer emergency service treatment for the occasional toothache or broken tooth.

    From Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  16. #16 iSmile Dental Care

    128 Lakewood Blvd, Lakewood, CA 90712, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at iSmile Dental CareFull profile(562) 531-7788
    In their words

    On August 8, 2010 I opened iSmile Dental Care in Lakewood. It was a very proud moment for me! Since that time, I have been privileged to serve this wonderful community. I am a big believer in minimally invasive dentistry and I strive to bring the very best dental care to my patients. This includes using state of the art technology and continually developing my skills and knowledge. I regularly attend dental seminars and workshops around the country to make sure I know what…

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

  18. #18 Mac Dental Of Lakewood

    5249 Paramount Blvd, Lakewood, CA 90712

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for general dentistry in Lakewood: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Mac Dental Of LakewoodFull profile(562) 731-0999
    In their words

    Established in 2015. Mac Dental Of Lakewood is a family-oriented practice that uses the latest technology and techniques to maximize patient convenience, comfort and satisfaction. Mac Dental specializes in making their patients feel comfortable and pain free. Our office is fluent in Korean, English, and Spanish. We also provide parking lot for our patients. Mac Dental Of Van Nuys takes major credit cards, checks and Care credit. Lending Club Lending Club/Care credit is a no…

    From Mac Dental Of Lakewood's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Children's Happy Teeth, Lakewood

    4134 Woodruff Ave, Lakewood, CA 90713

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Lakewood: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Children's Happy Teeth, LakewoodFull profile(562) 420-4400
    In their words

    Children's Happy Teeth is Providing Quality Pediatric Dentistry for Infants, Toddlers, & Teens in Lakewood, Long Beach, La Mirada, Whittier, La Habra, Norwalk, Santa Fe Spring, Fullerton, Downey, Brea, Buena Park, Cerritos, Cypress, La Palma, Hacienda Heights, Pico Rivera, Bellflower, Artesia, Anaheim, Long Beach and the Greater Los Angeles area and Orange County with the new management since 2012. #CHTeeth

    From Children's Happy Teeth, Lakewood's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 49 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #49, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26D & D Dental47Evenings
27Dental Smiles47Sat
28Lakewood Perfect Smile47Sat
29Dr. Mimi M. Cabanban Family Dentistry in Lakewood, CA47Sat
30Ray Mangigian, D.D.S. - Lakewood CA47Evenings
31Aava Dental Lakewood43Evenings
32Lakewood Family Dental Group43Evenings
33Emergency Dentistry Lakewood37Evenings · Sat · Sun
34Candlewood Smiles Dentistry and Orthodontics37
35Lakewood Cerritos Dental Center37
36Lakewood Orthodontics37
37Aesthetic Smile Dental Center-Marilou Toquero, DDS37
38Golden Rule Dental Center37
39Serene Dental Care37
40Lakewood Family Dentistry37
41Dr. Alexander Burns, DDS37
42Wendy Parker-Harris, D.D.S.37
43Friendly Dental Center: Nitin Mody DDS37
44Lakewood Modern Dentistry33
45Sadighi Robert DDS33
46RootVision Endo33
47Danny Tran DDS28
48Family Dentistry15
49Lakewood Dental14

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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 Lakewood?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Lakewood?
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 Lakewood

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 Lakewood general dentistry dentists

We scored 49 Lakewood 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 Lakewood 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 Lakewood: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Lakewood?

E- Smile dentistry ranks #1 of 49 Lakewood clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Goren David DDS & Associates ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Lakewood, CA?

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

9 of 49 Lakewood clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including iSmile Dental Care, Nguyen Dental and Mac Dental Of Lakewood. 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 Lakewood?

49 Lakewood clinics list general dentistry in our data. 9 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 5 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Lakewood

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 54 clinics.

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