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Best General Dentists in San Bruno, CA (2026)

32 clinics offering general dentistry, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Phamily pediatric dentistry Pham Hung DDS, ranked #1 of 32 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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32 San Bruno clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 10 open Saturdays and 4 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

The 32 best general dentistry dentists in San Bruno, 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 San Bruno

    #1 Phamily pediatric dentistry Pham Hung DDS

    1001 San Bruno Ave W, San Bruno, CA 94066

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in San Bruno 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

  2. #2 San Bruno Dental Excellence

    504 Linden Ave, San Bruno, CA 94066

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for general dentistry in San Bruno: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    San Bruno Dental Excellence Is Here to Service All Your Dental Care Needs! At San Bruno Dental Excellence, we have extensive experience in all aspects of modern dentistry. We offer Comprehensive Dental Care, including everything from the Preventive Education & Routine Hygiene that help to reduce dental problems to expert Cosmetic & Restorative solutions for the dental issues our patients face. We are the leading dentist in San Bruno for dental implants, dentures, and bone…

    From San Bruno Dental Excellence's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #3 Tanforan Dental Care

    1150 El Camino Real #128, San Bruno, CA 94066

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for general dentistry in San Bruno: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #15 Bayhill Dental Care

    851 Cherry Ave #36, San Bruno, CA 94066

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for general dentistry in San Bruno: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7 AM–7 PM · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #16 Wayne W Lee DDS and Associates

    931 San Bruno Ave W #3, San Bruno, CA 94066, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for general dentistry in San Bruno: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Due to an increased number of patients who were coming to our San Francisco office from the south of the city, we have opened our second office in San Bruno to increase our capacity to serve you. We will continue our tradition of excellence of our San Francisco office which was established in 2001.

    From Wayne W Lee DDS and Associates's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #19 Lei Luo DDS

    560 Jenevein Ave, San Bruno, CA 94066

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for general dentistry in San Bruno: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #22 San Bruno Smiles

    931 San Bruno Ave W Suite 8, San Bruno, CA 94066, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for general dentistry in San Bruno: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Wed 8 AM–1 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #23 Dr. Nicole Parsons, DDS

    2102 Crestmoor Dr, San Bruno, CA 94066, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for general dentistry in San Bruno: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 11 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  9. #24 San Bruno Dental Care: Dr. Fabiana Melo, DDS

    211 El Camino Real, San Bruno, CA 94066, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for general dentistry in San Bruno 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–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

All 32 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #32, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

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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 San Bruno?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in San Bruno?
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 San Bruno

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 San Bruno general dentistry dentists

We scored 32 San Bruno clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 duplicate listings). 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 San Bruno 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 San Bruno: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in San Bruno?

Phamily pediatric dentistry Pham Hung DDS ranks #1 of 32 San Bruno clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. San Bruno Dental Excellence ranks #2 (evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in San Bruno, CA?

General dentistry in San Bruno 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 San Bruno general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

10 of 32 San Bruno clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including San Bruno Dental Excellence, Tanforan Dental Care and Bayhill Dental Care. 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 San Bruno?

32 San Bruno clinics list general dentistry in our data. 10 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for San Bruno

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 32 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.