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Best General Dentists in Santa Clarita, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Dr. Arnel T. De Guzman, DDS, ranked #1 of 56 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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56 Santa Clarita clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 15 open Saturdays and 9 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 20 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Santa Clarita at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Santa Clarita at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Dr. Arnel T. De Guzman, DDS73—
2Harmony Dental of Santa Clarita73—
3Affordable Dentist Brooklyn675.0★ (1)
4Skyline Smiled672.0★ (4)
5Mint Canyon Dental67—
6Gold Coast Dental Santa Clarita655.0★ (17)
7Emergency Dentist Santa Clarita655.0★ (3)
8Smile City Dental Group625.0★ (253)
9Dr. Emil Simanian605.0★ (1)
10Smilebody - Holistic Dental & Medical Wellbeing604.7★ (762)

The 56 best general dentistry dentists in Santa Clarita, 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 Santa Clarita

    #1 Dr. Arnel T. De Guzman, DDS

    25425 Orchard Village Rd Suite 250, Santa Clarita, CA 91355

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Santa Clarita 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 Dr. Arnel T. De Guzman, DDSFull profile(661) 888-4980

  2. #2 Harmony Dental of Santa Clarita

    28200 Bouquet Canyon Rd Suite #M, Santa Clarita, CA 91350, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for general dentistry in Santa Clarita 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 Harmony Dental of Santa ClaritaFull profile(661) 296-0180
    In their words

    Harmony Dental Care is a dental office with locations in West Covina, Santa Clarita, Sherman Oaks, and Burbank. Dr. Rad and our staff strive to provide our patients with the best dental care in SoCal. We offer services including root canals, pediatric dentistry, emergency dentistry, dental implants, and more. Get your Hollywood smile makeover started today by booking an appointment.

    From Harmony Dental of Santa Clarita's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  14. #14 Santa Clarita Valley Dental Care

    22770 Soledad Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91350

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Santa Clarita Valley Dental CareFull profile(661) 493-8866
    In their words

    Since 1979 our office has been serving the Santa Clarita Valley. We have watched the community grow, and we are proud to be one of the most established dental offices in the area. One of the nice things about our office is that we are located in Saugus on Soledad Canyon Road, making us centrally-located and able to serve patients from all over the valley. At Santa Clarita Valley Dental Care we are here to meet all your dental needs. Our office prides its self on little to no…

    From Santa Clarita Valley Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  15. #15 Golden Triangle Dental

    22770 W Soledad Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91350

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for general dentistry in Santa Clarita: 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–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Golden Triangle DentalFull profile(661) 259-5540

  16. #16 Dentistry For Kids & Adults

    26457 Bouquet Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91350, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for general dentistry in Santa Clarita: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 11 AM–8 PM · Wed–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dentistry For Kids & AdultsFull profile(661) 513-9393

All 56 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #56, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Dr. Justin Berman495.0★ (3)
27May Dental47Sat
28Aesthetic Dental & Specialty Center - Santa Clarita Dentist47Evenings
29Saugus Dental Laser Center47Sat
30Saugus Dental47Sat
31Jeffrey Reyes, DDS (Lyons Dental Place)47Sat
32Golden Oak Dental Group47Evenings
33Santa Clarita Advanced Dentistry37
34Promenade Dentistry Santa Clarita37
35Three Sixty Dentistry: Brian Edwards DDS, Amanda Jenney DDS & Stephanie Colletta DDS37
36Canyon Dental Group of Valencia37
37Comfort Dental Group37
38Copperhill Smiles37
39Family Tree Dentistry, Sarah J. Phillips, D.D.S.37
40Gentle Dental Santa Clarita37
41Skyline Smiles: Harleen Grewal, DDS37
42Smile Design37
43Canyon Country Dental Group and Orthodontics37
44A New Smile CC Dental Group37
45LowCostDentalClinic37
46Lyons Dental Care37
47Smile Center - New Smile Dental Santa Clarita37
48Daniel J. Iannotti, DDS, Inc.37
49White Crown Dental37
50Town Center Dental37
51Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics33
52Perfect Smiles Dental Studio33
53Princessa Dental33
54Stoney Creek Dental27Sat
55Gentle Dentist Brooklyn15
56Precision Managed IT15

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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 Santa Clarita?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Santa Clarita?
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 Santa Clarita

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 Santa Clarita general dentistry dentists

We scored 56 Santa Clarita clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 5 were excluded (5 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 Santa Clarita 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 Santa Clarita: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Santa Clarita?

Dr. Arnel T. De Guzman, DDS ranks #1 of 56 Santa Clarita clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Harmony Dental of Santa Clarita ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Santa Clarita, CA?

General dentistry in Santa Clarita 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 Santa Clarita general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

15 of 56 Santa Clarita clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Smile City Dental Group, Best Image Dental and Santa Clarita Valley 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 Santa Clarita?

56 Santa Clarita clinics list general dentistry in our data. 15 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 20 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Santa Clarita

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 74 clinics.
  2. : 5 duplicate listings merged.

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