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Best General Dentists in Monterey Park, CA (2026)

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

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Dr. Peter M. Kam, DDS, ranked #1 of 60 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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60 Monterey Park clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 16 open Saturdays and 3 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Monterey Park at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Monterey Park at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Peter M. Kam, DDS73
2Golden Dragon Dentistry73
3Anh Ho67
4Apple Dental Center67
5Au Philip DDS67
6Chen & Ho67
7Crystal Water Mart67
8Dang Andrew M DDS67
9Dr. Antranig G. Kelleyan, DDS67
10Dr. Chen-Fong Chien, DDS67

The 60 best general dentistry dentists in Monterey Park, 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.

Scores below: based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

All 60 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #60, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Lai Lai Dental Office67
27Luu Dental67
28Maple Dental67
29Monterey Hills Medical & Dental67
30Monterey Park Dental Center: Chen Byran DDS67
31Monterey Park Dental Center: Cheng Robert DDS67
32Pacific Dental Group: Derhartounian Harmik DDS67
33Steven Lee DDS67
34Healing Dental Care - Monterey Park665.0★ (84)
35Ibarra Liliana DDS634.5★ (8)
36Tan Renu DDS584.0★ (4)Sat · Sun
37Monterey Park Dental57Evenings · Sat
38ATLANTIC PACIFIC SMILE DENTAL GROUP57Evenings · Sat
39DO DENTISTRY57Sat · Sun
40Chien & Li Dental Clinic Inc57Evenings · Sat
41Pacific Family Dental Network563.0★ (2)Sat · Sun
42Sekiguchi Kevin DDS47Sat
43Jack Chen & Jimmy Lau DDS47Sat
44Brushwell Dental & Implants47Sat
45Cal State Dental Inc47Sat
46East West Dental47Sat
47Atlantic Square Dental Care47Sat
48Beautiful Smile Dental Group43Sat
49Chinatown Service Center (Dental)43Sat
50Kobayakawa Yoko DDS37Sat · Sun
51Dr. Shay Salehrabi, DDS | Dentistry for Children & Adults37
52Dr. Zhibin Qiu, DDS37
53Joyful Dental37
54Atlantic Place Dental Office33
55Sycamore Dental.33
56Dr. Alice H. Tseng, DDS28
57Smilemaker Dental27Sat
58617A DENTISTRY15
59Garfield Health Center14
60Emergency Dentist monterey park8

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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 Monterey Park?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Monterey Park?
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 Monterey Park

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 Monterey Park general dentistry dentists

We scored 60 Monterey Park clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Monterey Park 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 Monterey Park: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Monterey Park?

Dr. Peter M. Kam, DDS ranks #1 of 60 Monterey Park clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Golden Dragon Dentistry ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Monterey Park, CA?

General dentistry in Monterey Park 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 Monterey Park general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

16 of 60 Monterey Park clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Tan Renu DDS, Monterey Park Dental and ATLANTIC PACIFIC SMILE 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 Monterey Park?

60 Monterey Park clinics list general dentistry in our data. 16 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Monterey Park

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 63 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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