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Best General Dentists in Newark, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Checkups Dental - Newark, ranked #1 of 47 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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47 Newark clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 13 open Saturdays and 9 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Newark at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Newark at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Checkups Dental - Newark73
2Dr. Adelina A. Bongat, DMD73
3Ohana Dental73
4Bay Smile Dental - Jaspreet Harika67
5Bhogal Dental Group67
6Casareno Sandra R DDS67
7Cedar Comfort Dental67
8Dr. Bongat67
9Dr. Christopher Hong67
10Dr. Melissa A. Lim, DDS67

The 47 best general dentistry dentists in Newark, 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.

  3. #3 Ohana Dental

    3900 Newpark Mall Rd Suite# 101, Newark, CA 94560

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for general dentistry in Newark on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    Hours
    Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Ohana DentalFull profile(510) 800-7380

  24. #24 Newark Dental Care

    6189 Jarvis Ave, Newark, CA 94560

    63/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Newark: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Newark Dental CareFull profile(510) 742-0220

  25. #25 Pacific Bay Dental Care

    35201 Newark Blvd Suite E, Newark, CA 94560, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Newark: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Pacific Bay Dental CareFull profile(510) 792-6396

All 47 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #47, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26D.B. Cardona Dental57Evenings · Sat
27Rosemont Family Dental Care53Evenings · Sat
28Thornton Dental Newark53Evenings · Sat
29Eternal Dental Center - Kamini Patel DDS, Newark Dentist47Sat
30Sunnysmile Dental47Sat
31Bay Smile Dental47Sat
32Lakeshore Family Dental47Sat
33Balentine Plaza Dental Care47Sat
34Joyful Smile Family Dentistry, Dr. "Joy" Jeuel Espanola47Sat
35Newpark Plaza Dental Care47Evenings
36Dr. Fred Ou-Yang, DDS47Evenings
37Best Dentist Near Me Newark Dental Clinic Dr. Precilyn B. Silvestre-Melo, DDS47Sat
38Newark Family Dental | Gagan Kohli DDS47Evenings
39Mariano Dental Care, Dr. Seneca Mariano D.D.S.43Sat
40Tan Elizabeth DDS43Evenings
41Newark Smiles Dental37
42General Plus Dental: Mehrnoosh Moghaddam DMD37
43Family Dental Care : Maria Ana Canuto DDS37
44Dr. Jamil R. Mangondato, DMD34
45Fatima Justiniano, D.D.S.33
46All Smile Dental Care33
47Dr. Dolorosa Cardona28

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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 Newark?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Newark?
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 Newark

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 Newark general dentistry dentists

We scored 47 Newark 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). 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 Newark 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 Newark: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Newark?

Checkups Dental - Newark ranks #1 of 47 Newark clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Adelina A. Bongat, DMD ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Newark, CA?

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

13 of 47 Newark clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Newark Dental Care, Pacific Bay Dental Care and D.B. Cardona Dental. 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 Newark?

47 Newark clinics list general dentistry in our data. 13 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Newark

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 47 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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