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Best General Dentists in Placentia, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Family Dentistry Perveen Aleemuddin DDS, ranked #1 of 51 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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51 Placentia clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 12 open Saturdays and 4 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Placentia at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Placentia at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Family Dentistry Perveen Aleemuddin DDS73—
2Linda Vista Family Dental73—
3Olson Family Dentistry: Rees M Olson DDS73—
4Children's Happy Teeth, Placentia714.9★ (174)
5Yamate Carolann Y DDS685.0★ (1)
6ABC Dental Inc67—
7Divya Peddireddy67—
8Dr. Chien-Ho Chen67—
9Dr. Elizabeth Hoang67—
10Dr. Gilberto Garcia67—

The 51 best general dentistry dentists in Placentia, 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 Placentia

    #1 Family Dentistry Perveen Aleemuddin DDS

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Placentia 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 Family Dentistry Perveen Aleemuddin DDSFull profile
    In their words

    At Family Dentistry Perveen Aleemuddin, we are a dental office made up of a team of highly trained professionals with years of experience. In our dental clinic we offer a friendly treatment, as well as solutions to all your dental problems for you and your family. We provide safe and reliable treatments and make sure children feel safe and relaxed during their treatments.

    From Family Dentistry Perveen Aleemuddin DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  2. #2 Linda Vista Family Dental

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for general dentistry in Placentia 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 Linda Vista Family DentalFull profile
    In their words

    Welcome to our state-of-the-art Placentia dental office, where Dr. Stephen G. Kim provides complete oral health care for you and your loved ones. Dr. Kim and his dental care team offer a comprehensive scope of restorative, cosmetic, and preventive dentistry, including dental restorations, Invisalign® clear aligners, tooth extractions, and routine dental care. We are committed to providing you and your family with exceptional care in a relaxing, stress-free environment. Call…

    From Linda Vista Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Lollipop Dental - Placentia

    1041 E Yorba Linda Blvd #206, Placentia, CA 92870

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lollipop Dental - PlacentiaFull profile(714) 528-8252
    In their words

    We know that your child deserves nothing but the best care, especially when it comes to their smile! At Lollipop Dental, our mission is to get your child started on the right track towards ideal oral health in a safe, friendly, and gentle environment. Our team is passionate about children and understand that they often need a caring, kind, and patient approach so that future dental visits become something to look forward to! We are excited to meet you and your child, as well…

    From Lollipop Dental - Placentia's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Dr. Jose E. Lara, DDS

    1651 E Orangethorpe Ave, Placentia, CA 92870

    53/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–1 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–1 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Jose E. Lara, DDSFull profile(714) 993-2768

  24. #24 Tsvetanka Doncheva DDS - YoLinda Family Dentistry

    300 Yorba Linda Blvd Suite G, Placentia, CA 92870

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in Placentia: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Tsvetanka Doncheva DDS - YoLinda Family DentistryFull profile(714) 528-1481

  25. #25 Gentle Dental Placentia

    620 N Rose Dr Ste B, Placentia, CA 92870, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Placentia: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Gentle Dental PlacentiaFull profile(714) 905-5839
    In their words

    Whether you're in urgent need of oral surgery or looking for a new dentist for routine cleanings, you can get all the oral health services you need in Placentia by visiting Gentle Dental. We offer everything from teeth whitening to dental implants in a comfortable office. The highly trained staff at our office, which is at the intersection of North Rose and Alta Vista, wants you to be as relaxed as possible while receiving treatment.

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

All 51 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #51, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Gene W. Kim D.D.S.47Sat
27Smile Magic Dentistry Placentia43Sat
28Placentia Family Dentistry43Sat
29Atwood Family Dentistry43Evenings
30Reinking Cyndy DDS37
31SoCal Micro Endodontics - Placentia37
32Placentia Oral Surgery37
33Daniel H. Lee, DDS, Inc.37
34Pacific Horizon Dental Arts37
35Jaymie Coria D.D.S.37
36William Schluter, DDS37
37Steve S Lee, DDS MS Orthodontist37
38Tranquility Dental Arts37
39Wong Naomi DDS37
40Dr. John P. Alley, DDS33
41Dr. Stefanie O. Dolas, DDS33
42mypractice933
43Sherwood Family Dentistry33
44Savior Dental Billing Solutions LLC27Sat · Sun
45Dr. Justin Chien, DDS27Sat
46OraCare Dental27Sat
47Placentia Family Dentistry24Sat
48Bright Dental24Sat
49DENTIST15
50Dentistry15
51Gk Family Dentistry15

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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 Placentia?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Placentia?
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 Placentia

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 Placentia general dentistry dentists

We scored 51 Placentia 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 Placentia 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 Placentia: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Placentia?

Family Dentistry Perveen Aleemuddin DDS ranks #1 of 51 Placentia clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Linda Vista Family Dental ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Placentia, CA?

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

12 of 51 Placentia clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Children's Happy Teeth, Placentia, Lollipop Dental - Placentia and Dr. Jose E. Lara, DDS. 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 Placentia?

51 Placentia clinics list general dentistry in our data. 12 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Placentia

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 54 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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