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Best General Dentists in Torrance, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Alpine Village Dental, ranked #1 of 95 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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95 Torrance clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 33 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 16 of them.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Torrance at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Torrance at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Alpine Village Dental77Yes
2Rolling Hills Dental Care73—
3Sparkle Family Dentistry - Torrance73—
4Carson Vermont Family Dental67—
5Del Amo Dental Group67—
6Dental Office67—
7Dentists of South Bay67—
8Dong Kim67—
9Dr. Holly Wu, DDS67—
10Dr. Khoi N. Nguyen, DDS67—

The 95 best general dentistry dentists in Torrance, 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 Torrance

    #1 Alpine Village Dental

    833 W Torrance Blvd #104, Torrance, CA 90502

    77/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Torrance: emergency visits and evening hours.

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Alpine Village DentalFull profile(310) 538-3639
    In their words

    Se habla Español We work with your insurance to minimize costs. Torrance Dentist, Dr. Mala Sheth and her team at Alpine Village Dental offer premium general dentistry and cosmetic dentistry. Alpine Village Dental has established itself as one of the most leading dental practices in the city of Torrance. Torrance dentist, Dr. Sheth has been practicing dentistry for over 30 years and has gained a reputation for offering exceptional dental work while also providing extra…

    From Alpine Village Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 Sparkle Family Dentistry - Torrance

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for general dentistry in Torrance 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 Sparkle Family Dentistry - TorranceFull profile
    In their words

    At Sparkle Family Dentistry, you are assured of finding a seasoned dentist in Torrance, CA. Our experienced Torrance dentist expertly delivers top-of-the-line dental services, including general and cosmetic dentistry, exams and cleanings, emergency dentist near me, preventive dentistry, pediatric dentistry, and dental implants near me. For combined 35 years, our dentists 90505 have been tirelessly and expertly serving our patients who reside in dentist Carson, Crenshaw,…

    From Sparkle Family Dentistry - Torrance's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  7. #7 Dentists of South Bay

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for general dentistry in Torrance 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 Dentists of South BayFull profile
    In their words

    As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to Dentists of South Bay! With state-of-the-art infection control procedures in place, our #1 goal is to keep you and your family safe. We provide comprehensive specialty services with advanced, proven technology and offer customized financial solutions for you. We are proud to be your complete Torrance dental provider with services including Teledentistry, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening, Oral Surgery, Wisdom…

    From Dentists of South Bay's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 95 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #95, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Hwang Hun DDS574.0★ (4)
27Torrance Dental Care574.5★ (68)Sat
28PCH Smiles Dentistry and Orthodontics57Evenings · Sat
29Dr. Joe Dentistry57Evenings · Sun
30Torrance Dental Care: Naomi Osada DDS57Evenings · Sat
31Angel Dental Group Torrance57Evenings · Sat
32Marshall Y Lyou Inc565.0★ (5)
33Sara Valencia DDS, A Dental Corporation554.8★ (98)
34Cali Smiles Family Dentistry554.5★ (39)
35Serenity Dental Spa544.9★ (13)Sat
36Fausto Carlos DDS544.9★ (11)Sat
37Modern Dental53Evenings · Sat
38Dr. Anthony Y. Jong, DDS535.0★ (9)Sat
39Dr. John R. Retodo, DMD514.1★ (11)Sat
40South Bay Children's Dental495.0★ (6)
41Narita Family Dental47Sat
42Total Family Dental Group47Sat
43Dana Samet, DDS47Sat
44Dental Associates of Torrance47Sat
45Dentist of Torrance47Sat
46Haru Dental47Sat
47MOA Dental Group47Sat
48Steve S. Kim, DDS47Sat
49Steve Yabuno, DDS47Sat
50PCH Dental47Evenings
51Select Dental Group & Orthodontics47Evenings
52Torrance Smile Dentistry: James Lim, DDS47Evenings
53Harmony Dental47Sat
54Ace Dental Group47Sat
55star dental office47Sat
56Daryn T. Nishikawa, DDS, Inc.47Evenings
57Sunflower Family Dental Office47Sat
58ALOHA DENTAL CARE47Sat
59FreeDentistMatch43Sat
60Advanced Dental Solutions43Sat
61Aava Dental Torrance CA43Sat
62All Care Dental43Evenings
63E-Dental Group43Sat
64Sachi & Co. Dentistry37
65Torrance Dental Associates37
66Lomita-Torrance Dental Office37
67Skypark Dental Professionals - Sydon Arroyo, DDS, FAGD37
68Torrance Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Center: Dr. Benjamin Yagoubian37
69SmileWell Family Dentistry37
70South Bay Family Dental Group37
71South Bay Oral Surgery & Dental Implants37
72Smiles West - Torrance37
73Torrance Family Dental37
74Jin H Yang DDS37
75Torrance Dental Center37
76Smile HQ Dental37
77Sugimori Dental Office: Sugimori Toshifumi DDS37
78Yanase Dental Group37
79Bloom Dental37
80Shawna Omid, DDS37
81Miller Family Dental - Torrance37
82Paul H. Kim, DDS - Dream Dental37
83David Suh Dental37
84Yagasaki Dental Center37
85Village Family Dental Office33
86Island Dental33
87Fahit Maria F DDS33
88Oceanic Dental Torrance33
89Mary Fe G. Monzon DDS Inc.24Sat
90Gregg Takashi Chan D.D.S.17
918550 DENTAL NV HOLDINGS INC.15
92Ace Dental15
93Matsueda Richard DDS15
94Van Ness Dental Group: Chiang Shun-Lin DDS15
95Blanco Family Dental, Inc14

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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 Torrance?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Torrance?
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 Torrance

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 Torrance general dentistry dentists

We scored 95 Torrance clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 7 were excluded (7 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 Torrance 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 Torrance: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Torrance?

Alpine Village Dental ranks #1 of 95 Torrance clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Rolling Hills Dental Care ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Torrance, CA?

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

33 of 95 Torrance clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Alpine Village Dental, Dr. Toni J. Oliver, DDS and Children's Happy Teeth, Torrance. 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 Torrance?

95 Torrance clinics list general dentistry in our data. 33 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 16 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Torrance

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 108 clinics.
  2. : 7 duplicate listings merged.

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