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Best General Dentists in South El Monte, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Chan Wendy DDS, ranked #1 of 16 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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16 South El Monte clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 7 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in South El Monte at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in South El Monte at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Chan Wendy DDS67—
2Choi Co67—
3Dr. Alan C. Pan, DDS67—
4South El Monte Dentistry67—
5South El Monte Dentistry: Patel Chandrakant DDS67—
6Thet Swe's Dental Clinic67—
7Castco Dental Care57—
8Tzu Chi Dental Community: Hsu Tiffany B DDS535.0★ (1)
9Dr. Castro Dental Office47—
10San Remo Dental Back Office47—

The 16 best general dentistry dentists in South El Monte, 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 South El Monte

    #1 Chan Wendy DDS

    10910 Rush St B, South El Monte, CA 91733, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in South El Monte 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 Chan Wendy DDSFull profile(626) 448-1678

  5. #5 South El Monte Dentistry: Patel Chandrakant DDS

    10910 Rush St B, South El Monte, CA 91733

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for general dentistry in South El Monte 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 South El Monte Dentistry: Patel Chandrakant DDSFull profile(626) 448-1678

  9. #9 Dr. Castro Dental Office

    1723 Durfee Ave, South El Monte, CA 91733

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for general dentistry in South El Monte: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Castro Dental OfficeFull profile(626) 401-3000

  10. #10 San Remo Dental Back Office

    9251 Garvey Ave # D, South El Monte, CA 91733, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for general dentistry in South El Monte: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at San Remo Dental Back OfficeFull profile(626) 279-7717

  12. #12 Tyler Dental Care

    1928 Tyler Ave Ste D-168, South El Monte, CA 91733, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for general dentistry in South El Monte: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Tyler Dental CareFull profile(626) 443-7922
    In their words

    Tyler Dental Care at El Monte offers a wide range of individualized, innovative services from basic preventive dentistry to highly specialized care. Our mission is to improve the oral health of our patients by providing affordable quality dental care.

    From Tyler Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  13. #13 Garvey Family Dental

    9328 Garvey Ave suite a, South El Monte, CA 91733

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for general dentistry in South El Monte: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 10 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 10 AM–5 PM · Fri closed · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Garvey Family DentalFull profile(626) 350-0588

  14. #14 Buddhist Tzu Chi Community Dental Clinic

    10414 Vacco St, South El Monte, CA 91733

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for general dentistry in South El Monte: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Buddhist Tzu Chi Community Dental ClinicFull profile(626) 636-8706

  15. #15 Durfee Dental Office

    2001 Santa Anita Ave # 204, South El Monte, CA 91733

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for general dentistry in South El Monte 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 Durfee Dental OfficeFull profile(626) 443-3915

  16. #16 Dr. Simon S.& Anthony Pan, DDS

    9328 Garvey Ave, South El Monte, CA 91733

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for general dentistry in South El Monte 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 closed · Tue 10 AM–4 PM · Wed closed · Thu 10 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Simon S.& Anthony Pan, DDSFull profile(626) 350-0588

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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 South El Monte?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in South El Monte?
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 South El Monte

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 South El Monte general dentistry dentists

We scored 16 South El Monte 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 South El Monte 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 South El Monte: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in South El Monte?

Chan Wendy DDS ranks #1 of 16 South El Monte clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Choi Co ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in South El Monte, CA?

General dentistry in South El Monte 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 South El Monte general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

7 of 16 South El Monte clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Castco Dental Care, Dr. Castro Dental Office and San Remo Dental Back Office. 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 South El Monte?

16 South El Monte clinics list general dentistry in our data. 7 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for South El Monte

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 17 clinics.
  2. : 5 duplicate listings merged.

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