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Best General Dentists in Salinas, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Carolyn Chang, ranked #1 of 46 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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46 Salinas 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 Salinas at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Salinas at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Carolyn Chang67
2Famiiy Dental Care67
3La Paz Dental Care: Kennedy Caroline I MD67
4Ramirez Dental67
5Salinas Dental Care: Cameron Soraya S DDS67
6Soria Julio C DDS67
7Pearl Dentistry57
8Coastal Dental Care57
9Dental Care of Sherwood Gardens53
10Salinas & Greenfield Dental: Mireles Ernesto DDS53

The 46 best general dentistry dentists in Salinas, 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.

  7. #7 Pearl Dentistry

    1710 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for general dentistry in Salinas: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Pearl DentistryFull profile(831) 222-2133

  8. #8 Coastal Dental Care

    1244 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for general dentistry in Salinas: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 12:30 PM–9 PM · Thu 9 AM–5:30 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Coastal Dental CareFull profile(831) 442-2600

  9. #9 Dental Care of Sherwood Gardens

    929 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for general dentistry in Salinas: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dental Care of Sherwood GardensFull profile(831) 783-1336

  10. #10 Salinas & Greenfield Dental: Mireles Ernesto DDS

    608 E Boronda Rd # B, Salinas, CA 93906

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for general dentistry in Salinas: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Salinas & Greenfield Dental: Mireles Ernesto DDSFull profile(831) 443-3524

  11. #11 Western Dental Center: Vuppala Linga M DDS

    1229 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for general dentistry in Salinas: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Western Dental Center: Vuppala Linga M DDSFull profile(831) 442-8000

  13. #13 Yang Peter T DDS

    41 W Romie Ln, Salinas, CA 93901, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for general dentistry in Salinas: evening hours and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue closed · Wed 11:30 AM–8 PM · Thu closed · Fri 11:30 AM–8 PM · Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Yang Peter T DDSFull profile(831) 753-6598

  14. #14 Crystal Dental

    1542 N Sanborn Rd, Salinas, CA 93905

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for general dentistry in Salinas: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu 11 AM–7 PM · Fri closed · Sat 11 AM–7 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Crystal DentalFull profile(831) 422-7500

  15. #15 Salinas Sleep Dentist Dental Practice of Irving Chao, D.D.S., INC.

    1211 S Main St, Salinas, CA 93901

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for general dentistry in Salinas: 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 Salinas Sleep Dentist Dental Practice of Irving Chao, D.D.S., INC.Full profile(831) 273-1166

  16. #16 Clinica de Salud del Valle de Salinas - Alvin Dental

    620 E Alvin Dr # G, Salinas, CA 93906, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for general dentistry in Salinas: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Clinica de Salud del Valle de Salinas - Alvin DentalFull profile(831) 444-9722

  17. #17 Western Dental & Orthodontics

    921 S Main St, Salinas, CA 93901

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for general dentistry in Salinas: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Western Dental & OrthodonticsFull profile(831) 998-9427
    In their words

    We make high quality dental care convenient and affordable at our Western Dental office located near you. Our friendly and experienced dental professionals provide a wide range of family dental services including orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry and emergency dental care. Our general dentists, specialists and hygienists are all under one roof. Which means that treatment for implants, braces, or periodontal care can take place in the same office. Here, we gladly treat…

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

  18. #18 Salinas Dental Health: Dr. Dennis R. Andresen, DDS

    750 E Romie Ln, Salinas, CA 93901

    43/10030% of factors measured

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

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Salinas Dental Health: Dr. Dennis R. Andresen, DDSFull profile(831) 424-0881

  21. #21 Clinica De Salud Del Valle De Salinas- North Main

    2180 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for general dentistry in Salinas 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 Clinica De Salud Del Valle De Salinas- North MainFull profile(831) 443-2190

  22. #22 North Salinas Dentist by Russell Cureton, DDS

    620 E Alvin Dr E, Salinas, CA 93906

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for general dentistry in Salinas 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 North Salinas Dentist by Russell Cureton, DDSFull profile(831) 449-8363
    In their words

    Where your smile is our top priority. Dr Cureton has practiced general and cosmetic dentistry in Salinas since 1984. Every patient and every smile matters to us. We offer a general and cosmetic dental services as well as preventative and teeth whitening/cleaning. Contact us today to find out why we're the most trusted Dentist Salinas!

    From North Salinas Dentist by Russell Cureton, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Sunrisas Dental Care

    La Plaza Medica 224 San Jose Street, Suite 4 Second Floor, 224 San Jose St STE 3, Salinas, CA 93901, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Salinas 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 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Sunrisas Dental CareFull profile(831) 202-0440

All 46 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #46, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Monterey Coast Periodontics and Implant Dentistry37
27Ross Family Dental37
28TLC Dentistry37
29Andres F Herrera, DDS37
30Harden Family Dentistry37
31Aparnavalli Nayudu Dds Inc37
32Creek Bridge Dental37
33Today's Dental Practice:Harshita Patel DDS37
34Ohana Dental Group37
35Jennifer L. Moran, DDS37
36Perfect Smile Dental37
37Dr. Youngrim Kim, DDS33
38Rakshak Dental33
39True Bite Oral Surgery and Implant Center33
40Patel Chattan M DDS33
41Castillo Dentistry, Inc. Salinas33
42Pua Chona DDS33
43Dr. Francisca Lida D. Rosales, DMD33
44Jonathan N. Kristianto DDS - Parkway Dental27Evenings
45Steinbeck Country Dental Practice24Sat
46Ed Hajdari, DDS17

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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 Salinas?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Salinas?
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 Salinas

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 Salinas general dentistry dentists

We scored 46 Salinas 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 Salinas 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 Salinas: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Salinas?

Carolyn Chang ranks #1 of 46 Salinas clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Famiiy Dental Care ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Salinas, CA?

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

13 of 46 Salinas clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Pearl Dentistry, Coastal Dental Care and Dental Care of Sherwood Gardens. 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 Salinas?

46 Salinas 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 Salinas

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 46 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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