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Best General Dentists in Los Altos, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Family Dentistry, ranked #1 of 35 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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35 Los Altos clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 3 open Saturdays and 3 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Los Altos at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Los Altos at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Family Dentistry73
2Kenneth Abe Inc73
3Los Altos Dental Care: Salem A DDS73
4Michael A Nguyen DDS MS73
5Anew Dentistry67
6Curtis Miyahara DDS67
7Do Tuuyen DDS67
8Dr. Tanuja Gosavi67
9Dr. Yen-Ping Amy Lee, DDS67
10Hong Peter T DDS67

The 35 best general dentistry dentists in Los Altos, 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 Michael A Nguyen DDS MS

    20 1st St #200, Los Altos, CA 94022, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for general dentistry in Los Altos 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 Michael A Nguyen DDS MSFull profile(650) 941-7300
    In their words

    Dr. Michael Nguyen provides advanced specialty dental care in implant dentistry and periodontics. Dr. Nguyen currently provides specialty care at 3 locations: Los Altos, San Jose, and Morgan Hill. Dr. Michael Nguyen is a periodontist and dental implant specialist, certified by the American Board of Periodontology. Services include, but not limited to: Same-Day Dental Implants, Treatment of GUM DISEASE, Conscious Sedation, Fixed Dentures, Extractions & Teeth Replacement,…

    From Michael A Nguyen DDS MS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  14. #14 Los Altos Dental Excellence

    881 Fremont Ave a4, Los Altos, CA 94024

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for general dentistry in Los Altos: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7:30 AM–4 PM · Tue–Thu 7:30 AM–6 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Los Altos Dental ExcellenceFull profile(650) 838-0260

  15. #15 Foothill Dental Care: Ezzati Cyrus DDS

    881 Fremont Ave, Los Altos, CA 94024

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for general dentistry in Los Altos: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Foothill Dental Care: Ezzati Cyrus DDSFull profile(650) 949-4734

  16. #16 Foothill Dental Care

    881 Fremont Ave B1, Los Altos, CA 94024, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for general dentistry in Los Altos: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Foothill Dental CareFull profile(650) 949-4734

  18. #18 Family Dentistry - Dr. Marina Manosov

    4646 El Camino Real, Los Altos, CA 94022, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for general dentistry in Los Altos: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Family Dentistry - Dr. Marina ManosovFull profile(650) 383-5599

  20. #20 Bay Area Implants

    99 3rd St #4805, Los Altos, CA 94022, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for general dentistry in Los Altos 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 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Bay Area ImplantsFull profile(650) 948-5524

  21. #21 Los Altos Family Smiles

    646 Fremont Ave, Los Altos, CA 94024

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for general dentistry in Los Altos 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 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Los Altos Family SmilesFull profile(650) 948-5355

  23. #23 Kevin B Sawyer DDS

    646 Fremont Ave, Los Altos, CA 94024, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for general dentistry in Los Altos 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 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Kevin B Sawyer DDSFull profile(650) 948-5355

  24. #24 Los Altos Dentistry - Dr. Puneet Sandhu DDS

    826 Altos Oaks Dr # 2, Los Altos, CA 94024

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Los Altos 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 11 AM–3 PM · Tue 7 AM–4 PM · Wed 7 AM–3 PM · Thu 7 AM–1 PM · Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Los Altos Dentistry - Dr. Puneet Sandhu DDSFull profile(650) 948-8400

  25. #25 Pediatric Dentist in Los Altos, Dr.Nick Gorgani DDS

    731 Altos Oaks Dr, Los Altos, CA 94024

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Los Altos 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 closed · Tue–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Pediatric Dentist in Los Altos, Dr.Nick Gorgani DDSFull profile(650) 948-6884
    In their words

    As a Specialist in Pediatric Dentistry I focus on the oral health and unique needs of infants, children and adolescents. I believe in early detection and treatment of dental/oral disease, as preventive dentistry begins with the first tooth! I recommend that all children should see a Pediatric Dentist by the age of on, as parents need to know about infant oral hygiene, proper nutrition and snack habits, what to expect as the child grows, and what to do if there is a problem.…

    From Pediatric Dentist in Los Altos, Dr.Nick Gorgani DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 35 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #35, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Los Altos Core Dental37
27Lee Samson DDS33
28Altos Oral Surgery: Schuman Michael DDS33
29Mid-Peninsula Dental Society33
30Dr. Paul C. Chiu, DDS33
31Altos Dental Care33
32Fricke Robert R DDS33
33Legacy Dental Care Los Altos33
34T. Alan33
35Dr. Kenneth J. Schweifler, DDS17

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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 Los Altos?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Los Altos?
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 Los Altos

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 Los Altos general dentistry dentists

We scored 35 Los Altos 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 Los Altos 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 Los Altos: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Los Altos?

Family Dentistry ranks #1 of 35 Los Altos clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Kenneth Abe Inc ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Los Altos, CA?

General dentistry in Los Altos 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 Los Altos general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 35 Los Altos clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Los Altos Dental Excellence, Family Dentistry - Dr. Marina Manosov and Dr. Vishnu Shankar, DDS. 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 Los Altos?

35 Los Altos clinics list general dentistry in our data. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Los Altos

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 35 clinics.

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