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Best General Dentists in Pasadena, TX (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Elegante Dental Pasadena, ranked #1 of 79 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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79 Pasadena clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 25 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 10 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Pasadena at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Pasadena at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Elegante Dental Pasadena73—
2Emergency Dental Service Co.73—
3Pasadena Dental Care73—
4Pasadena Health Center73—
5Rena Dental73—
6PASADENTAL674.9★ (167)
7Abc dental67—
8Dental Center67—
9Dr. Anila Shah, DDS67—
10Family Dental Clinic67—

The 79 best general dentistry dentists in Pasadena, 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.

  1. Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Pasadena

    #1 Elegante Dental Pasadena

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Pasadena 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 Elegante Dental PasadenaFull profile
    In their words

    Welcome to Elegante Dental in Pasadena where we look forward to take care of you and your oral health. We accept Medicaid, Medicare, and most PPO insurances. New patients are welcome! Please call our office during our office hours to schedule an appointment. We look forward to exceeding your expectations!

    From Elegante Dental Pasadena's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Lovett Dental Pasadena

    5681 Fairmont Pkwy Ste. B, Pasadena, TX 77505

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for general dentistry in Pasadena: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lovett Dental PasadenaFull profile(281) 998-8800
    In their words

    We are a full-service licensed dental practice committed to helping you preserve the function and appearance of your teeth. Our board-certified dentists and specialists provide a wide range of treatment that covers all dental conditions. Whether you need essential teeth cleaning or more extensive surgical work, we help you with all your dental needs. To find out more about Lovett Dental Pasadena, contact us to schedule an appointment. Remember, the sooner you take care of…

    From Lovett Dental Pasadena's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics

    2000 S Richey St Ste B, Pasadena, TX 77502, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for general dentistry in Pasadena: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Jefferson Dental & OrthodonticsFull profile(832) 487-0090
    In their words

    Since 1967, Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics continues to provide the most compassionate, high-quality, affordable and convenient dental and orthodontic care to our communities. We have over 70 offices throughout Texas and recently expanded to Oklahoma in 2021. We are the proud, official dentist of the Dallas Mavericks. Our talented doctors, hygienists, dental assistants and team members are the very life force that allows us to care so deeply for our patients. Our advanced…

    From Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Aspen Dental

    4539 East Sam Houston Pkwy S, Pasadena, TX 77505

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for general dentistry in Pasadena: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile(281) 504-3788
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Pasadena,TX offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care environment…

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

  24. #24 Advanced Care Dentistry & Dentures

    5233 Fairmont Pkwy ste f, Pasadena, TX 77505, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Advanced Care Dentistry & DenturesFull profile(281) 998-2000
    In their words

    We started Advanced Care Dentistry & Dentures (ACDD) on a mission to enhance the lives of our patients through superior dental care and treatment in an environment that keeps everyone smiling. Our goal is to make your visits to either our Pasadena or Pearland office as comfortable as possible, from the moment you walk through our doors to the moment you leave. We listen carefully to your concerns and address all of your questions. We are committed to providing quality,…

    From Advanced Care Dentistry & Dentures's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 79 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #79, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Edward Cortez DDS505.0★ (5)
27Moon & Moon485.0★ (1)
28Texas Star Smiles47Evenings · Sat · Sun
29Dental Land47Sat
30Radiant Dental Care Pasadena47Sat
31Eversmiles Dental47Sat
32Space Center Dental47Sat
33South Shaver Dental47Sat
34Marconi Dental Aesthetics - Pasadena, TX47Sat
35Red Bluff Dental47Sat
36Five Star Dentists- Pasadena47Sat
37Lotus Dental47Evenings
38Cisneros Dental Group - Smiles of Pasadena47Sat
39Excite Dental43Sat
40Brident Dental & Orthodontics43Sat
41Castle Dental & Orthodontics43Sat
42Castle Dental & Orthodontics43Sat
43Excite Dental43Sat
44Fairmont Family Dental43Sat
45Summit Dental Center part of Brident Dental & Orthodontics43Sat
46Bayshore Cosmetic and Family Dentistry43Sat
47MINT dentistry | Pasadena37
48Altus Dental37
49Dental Land37
50Pasadena Family Dentistry37
51Star Dental37
52Pasadena Dental Doc37
53Bland & Tregre Family Dentistry37
54Advanced Dental Associates37
55PHANTASTIC DENTAL37
56Sierra Smiles Family, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry37
57Southmore Dental Center37
58Dr. Huy Nguyen DDS37
59Laughlin Dental37
60Mark T. McGrath, DDS, FAGD37
61Main Dental Center37
62Vista Dental Center34
63HCPHES carer33
64ABC Dental33
65ABC Dental Cosmetic Dentistry33
66Victory Smiles Dentist - Pasadena33
67Blessed Dental Pasadena33
68Clinica Dental28
69Lone Star Family Dental - Pasadena Tx27Sat
70Magic Touch Dental27Sat
712nd dental location15
72Dentist - Dr. Jerome J. Linsey D.D.S.15
73Doisy Kristina DDS15
74Dr. Maribel Colon-Torrado, DMD15
75Dr. William Seid, DDS15
76ArdenPeak Dental Care8
77Smile Care Dental8
78TrueVista Dental Pasadena8
79Kevin C. Gill, DDS7

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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 Pasadena?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Pasadena?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$55–$160DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$160–$380DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full general dentistry cost guide for Pasadena

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 Pasadena general dentistry dentists

We scored 79 Pasadena clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 9 were excluded (9 duplicate listings). 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 Pasadena 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 Pasadena: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Pasadena?

Elegante Dental Pasadena ranks #1 of 79 Pasadena clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Emergency Dental Service Co. ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Pasadena, TX?

General dentistry in Pasadena typically costs $98–$294 USD. By type: checkup exam $55–$160; exam, cleaning and x-rays $160–$380. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Texas. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Texas?

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 Pasadena general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

25 of 79 Pasadena clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Lovett Dental Pasadena, Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics and Aspen 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 Pasadena?

79 Pasadena clinics list general dentistry in our data. 25 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 10 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Pasadena

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 91 clinics.
  2. : 9 duplicate listings merged.

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