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Best overall for general dentistry: Dr. Dyan Vandevelde, ranked #1 of 4 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.
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4 Palos Verdes Estates clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.
| Rank | Clinic | Service score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Dyan Vandevelde | 67 |
| 2 | Lunada Bay Dental Practice | 37 |
| 3 | Michael Simon, DDS | 37 |
| 4 | Karen J. Liang, DDS | 17 |
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.
Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Palos Verdes Estates
2325 Palos Verdes Dr W Ste 210, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Palos Verdes Estates 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
2325 Palos Verdes Dr W #210, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
Ranked #2 for general dentistry in Palos Verdes Estates on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
36 Malaga Cove Plaza Suite 310, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
Ranked #3 for general dentistry in Palos Verdes Estates on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
36 Malaga Cove Plaza Suite 310, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274, United States
Ranked #4 for general dentistry in Palos Verdes Estates on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryEmergency careImplantsCrownsBondingCosmeticFull restoration
Dr. Karen Liang graduated top of her class with Magna Cum Laude from the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry at the University of Southern California. She holds degrees in both dental hygiene and doctor of dental surgery. She received top honors and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Society. Dr. Liang was offered a full time teaching position at USC School of Dentistry. Her interest and passion for her private practice in Beverly Hills ultimately led her to…
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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 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.
Typical ranges in USD for Palos Verdes Estates, CA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.
| Type | Typical range (USD) | Basis | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Checkup exam | $80–$230 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California | — |
| Exam, cleaning and x-rays | $230–$540 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California | — |
Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full general dentistry cost guide for Palos Verdes Estates
Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.
| Fact | Typically |
|---|---|
| Typical visits | 1 visit for a checkup; follow-up visits if treatment is needed |
| Chair time | About 30–60 minutes for an exam and cleaning |
| Recovery | None for a routine checkup |
| When to see a specialist | When your dentist finds a problem outside routine care, such as a complex root canal, advanced gum disease or bite problems |
We scored 4 Palos Verdes Estates 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.
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| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Palos Verdes Estates data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | Not yet collected |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews in the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Access | 15% | Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients | Measured |
| Services | 10% | Services offered out of 17 | Measured |
| Profile completeness | 5% | Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos | Measured |