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Best General Dentists in Pinole, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Dr. Allan S. Tam, DDS, ranked #1 of 47 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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47 Pinole clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 6 open Saturdays and 2 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Pinole at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Pinole at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Allan S. Tam, DDS67
2Dr. Coral E. Cobley, DDS67
3Dr. Forrest Wendell67
4Dr. Gurjit Randhawa67
5Dr. Jeffrey Alexander67
6Dr. Mark S. Thibault, DDS67
7Ghazal Hosseini, DDS67
8MA Yolanda Cab DDS67
9Mabrie And Ross Mds67
10Michael Stokes67

The 47 best general dentistry dentists in Pinole, 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.

  18. #18 Top Pinole Dental

    1500 Tara Hills Dr #104a, Pinole, CA 94564, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for general dentistry in Pinole: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Top Pinole DentalFull profile(510) 500-5598
    In their words

    Do you want to have the smile you have always desired? Come to Top Pinole Dental and try a unique experience. We are here for you for all your dental needs for years to come. You become a special member of a dental family whose motto is "Treat people the way you like to be treated". We offer a variety of services ranging from simple cleaning and filling to more involved procedures such as crowns, bridges, root canal treatments, implants, dentures, and tooth removal. We offer…

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

  19. #19 Smart Start Dental (Kids)

    2762 Pinole Valley Rd, Pinole, CA 94564, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for general dentistry in Pinole: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–3:30 PM · Tue 7 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–3:30 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–3:30 PM · Sat 7 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Smart Start Dental (Kids)Full profile(510) 758-6684
    In their words

    Since 1979, Smart Start Dental has provided the best dental experience in a friendly and caring environment. We are committed to delivering the highest quality dental care for the whole family—children & adults! We treat patients from 2 years old to 90 and offer a wide range of dental services, including sedation/sleep dentistry (especially helpful for fearful children), as well as cosmetic dentistry, dentures, and other conventional treatments for adults.

    From Smart Start Dental (Kids)'s own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Dr. Carolyn Yu, DDS

    1430 Tara Hills Dr c, Pinole, CA 94564

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for general dentistry in Pinole: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–4 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Carolyn Yu, DDSFull profile(510) 724-8001
    In their words

    We are a general, family and cosmetic dental practice in Pinole. Being dental patients ourselves, our purpose as a dental team is to treat our patients the way we would want to be treated. We believe in providing dentistry that is functional, comfortable, beautiful, and long lasting. With compassionate, gentle care, we aim to deliver this treatment in a clean, calm, and caring environment. We will go the extra mile to make it easy for people to get the dental care that they…

    From Dr. Carolyn Yu, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Albert M. Tsang DDS - Pinole General and Implant Dentistry

    2000 Appian Way Suite #202, Pinole, CA 94564

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for general dentistry in Pinole: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sat 8:30 AM–3:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Albert M. Tsang DDS - Pinole General and Implant DentistryFull profile(510) 724-2800
    In their words

    Our mission is to exceed patient expectations while providing modern, state-of-the-art dental care in a comfortable and relaxed environment. Dr. Tsang and his team are dedicated to helping you achieve a sense of well-being by enhancing your oral health in addition to creating beautiful, confident smiles that are as healthy as they are functional. Whether you have been recommended by a friend, colleague or another dentist, we hope you will give us the opportunity to provide…

    From Albert M. Tsang DDS - Pinole General and Implant Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Susan Nuttle, DDS

    806 San Pablo Ave #4, Pinole, CA 94564, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for general dentistry in Pinole: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4 PM · Sat 8:15 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Susan Nuttle, DDSFull profile(510) 724-5100
    In their words

    We are a family dental office, serving our patients in Pinole, CA for over 20 years. We have a Clean & Safe Dental Office. We create Beautiful & Healthy Smiles. We offer Comprehensive & Compassionate Dental Care. We are a Digital, State-of-the-Art, & Modern Office. Our dental services include General, Cosmetic, Pediatrics, Orthodontics, Sedation, & Implant Dentistry.

    From Susan Nuttle, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Pinole Valley Orthodontics

    1453, 2830 Pinole Valley Rd suite c, Pinole, CA 94564

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Pinole 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 7:30 AM–4 PM · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–4 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Pinole Valley OrthodonticsFull profile(510) 275-3200

  25. #25 Craig J Healy DDS

    1500 Tara Hills Dr #200, Pinole, CA 94564, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Pinole 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Craig J Healy DDSFull profile(510) 724-7575

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 Score
26Pinole Modern Dentistry37
27Kourosh Harandi DDS. MS. INC37
28LifeLong Pinole Dental Care37
29Mandi Chhina, DDS37
30Pinole Family Dental37
31Abar Orthodontics37
32Pinole Endodontics37
33Chiyo Shidara DDS37
34Hathcoat Family Dental37
35Douglas E. Oliver, DDS37
36Oshagh Mojdeh DDS37
37Pinole Hills Dental37
38LifeLong Pinole Health Center33
39Omera Naz, DDS33
40Brian J Hathcoat DDS33
41Pinole Periodontics & Dental Implants33
42Demetria Jennifer DDS28
43Gentle Dental: Jayne Mary DDS28
44Gary D. Sabbadini, DDS, APC17
45Dr. Benjamin A. Rosales, D.D.S.17
46Dr. Muyhong Thy, DDS14
47Bayat Family Dentistry7

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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 Pinole?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Pinole?
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 Pinole

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 Pinole general dentistry dentists

We scored 47 Pinole clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 3 were excluded (3 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 Pinole 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 Pinole: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Pinole?

Dr. Allan S. Tam, DDS ranks #1 of 47 Pinole clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Coral E. Cobley, DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Pinole, CA?

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

6 of 47 Pinole clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Vincent Lim, DDS, Top Pinole Dental and Smart Start Dental (Kids). 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 Pinole?

47 Pinole clinics list general dentistry in our data. 6 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 4 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Pinole

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 52 clinics.
  2. : 3 duplicate listings merged.

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