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Best General Dentists in Visalia, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for general dentistry: Top Emergency Dental, ranked #1 of 53 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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53 Visalia clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 12 open Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Visalia at a glance

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Visalia at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Top Emergency Dental77Yes
2Children's Dentistry of Visalia73—
3ABC Dental: Faghih Merhdad DDS67—
4Accordia Dental Practice67—
5Affordable Dentures67—
6C I Dental Offices67—
7Court Street Family Dental67—
8Dr. Barnes Dental Associates67—
9Dr. Jason L. Jeter, DDS67—
10Dr. Miroslav Stanic67—

The 53 best general dentistry dentists in Visalia, 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 Visalia

    #1 Top Emergency Dental

    2016 S Mooney Blvd, Visalia, CA 93277

    77/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for general dentistry in Visalia: 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 Top Emergency DentalFull profile(559) 787-7655
    In their words

    We appreciate you for looking at Top Emergency Dental as your local dentistry professional. Our team offers services such as emergency denture repair, pediatric and family dentistry, as well as emergency dentistry in your time of need. We also offer top-notch general dentistry services as well! At this time, we are unable to take walk-in patients, so please schedule an appointment now. Our phones are manned 24/7, even on weekends and holidays! If you need a dentist and you…

    From Top Emergency Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  2. #2 Children's Dentistry of Visalia

    1941 N Dinuba Blvd Suite A, Visalia, CA 93291

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for general dentistry in Visalia 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 Children's Dentistry of VisaliaFull profile(559) 205-1370
    In their words

    Our offices were built with you and your child in mind. Each aspect of our office is geared toward children. With soothing colors and surroundings, your child will be excited about their visits. Our doctors and team have years of experience in making each visit relaxing and informative. We know that your child is unique and we always strive to make each experience with us fun and memorable. We are especially interested in making all our patients feel right at home! We put…

    From Children's Dentistry of Visalia's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  13. #13 Family HealthCare Network - Visalia Mooney (Medical & Dental)

    2333 S Mooney Blvd, Visalia, CA 93277

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for general dentistry in Visalia: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–7 PM · Sat 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Family HealthCare Network - Visalia Mooney (Medical & Dental)Full profile(877) 960-3426

  14. #14 Western Dental Center: Forouzan Fariba DDS

    1230 S Mooney Blvd, Visalia, CA 93277, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for general dentistry in Visalia: 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: Forouzan Fariba DDSFull profile(559) 636-2121

  15. #15 Western Dental Center: He Yi DDS

    1230 S Mooney Blvd, Visalia, CA 93277

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for general dentistry in Visalia: 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: He Yi DDSFull profile(559) 636-2121

  19. #19 Western Dental & Orthodontics

    828 S Mooney Blvd, Visalia, CA 93277

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for general dentistry in Visalia: 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(559) 802-4300
    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.

  20. #20 Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics

    5344 W Cypress Ave Suite 101, Visalia, CA 93277

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for general dentistry in Visalia: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Bright Now! Dental & OrthodonticsFull profile(559) 635-4391
    In their words

    The Bright Now Dental Visalia dental team provides professional and honest dental services that makes selecting your next dental cleaning a pleasant experience. With a variety of treatment options, Bright Now Dental Visalia's knowledgeable staff can assist you with every day teeth cleanings and check-ups. Bright Now Dental also offers emergency dentists capable of treating a root canal or dental crown that are in need of immediate attention.

    From Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Visalia Dental: Cuenca Erick N DDS

    5344 W Cypress Ave #101, Visalia, CA 93277

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for general dentistry in Visalia: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Visalia Dental: Cuenca Erick N DDSFull profile(559) 635-4391

  22. #22 Aspen Dental

    3221 S Mooney Blvd, Visalia, CA 93277

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for general dentistry in Visalia: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile(559) 754-3953
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Visalia,CA offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care environment…

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

  25. #25 Visalia Care Dental

    2136 N Dinuba Blvd #A, Visalia, CA 93291

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for general dentistry in Visalia 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 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Visalia Care DentalFull profile(559) 975-1213
    In their words

    We are committed to providing quality healthcare to families located in the Visalia area and treat patients of all ages. We provide comprehensive solutions for our patients' oral health needs. Believing in the importance of listening to our patients, we take the time to truly understand each person's needs, goals, and lifestyle. By understanding our patients' objectives we can provide solutions that will improve their health while transforming their smile into something…

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

All 53 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #53, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Dentists of Visalia37
27Smileland Dental37
28Packwood Creek Dental Group37
29Visalia Modern Dentistry37
30Sequoia Dental Office37
31Williams Family Dental37
32Michael T Bodensteiner DDS37
33Alethea C. Coelho, DDS37
34Careville Dental Office of Dr. Meimban37
35Sanger DDS37
36Settimi Family Dentistry37
37Cosmetic Touch Dental Group37
38Dr. Andrew Ross, D.D.S.37
39Jose A Sanchez DDS Inc37
40Richard W. Barnes, DDS37
41Family Healthcare Network: Fritz Robert L DDS34Evenings · Sat
42Family HealthCare Network - Visalia School (Medical & Dental)34Evenings · Sat
43Barnes Dental Surgery Center33
44Visalia Pediatric Dentistry33
45Zuiderveld Ellie DDS33
46Smile Visalia33
47Steven C. Kindy, DDS33
48Gerald M Schneider DDS, Nathan A Loeffler DDS17
49Fox Valley Family Dentistry17
50Charlie Yu DDS17
51Free Dental Clinic at SJVC Visalia17
52Ben Maddox Family Dental14
53Icon Dental Sedation and Implants Center13

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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 Visalia?

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

How much does general dentistry cost in Visalia?
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 Visalia

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 Visalia general dentistry dentists

We scored 53 Visalia 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 Visalia 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 Visalia: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Visalia?

Top Emergency Dental ranks #1 of 53 Visalia clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Children's Dentistry of Visalia ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Visalia, CA?

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

12 of 53 Visalia clinics offering general dentistry list Saturday hours, including Top Emergency Dental, Family HealthCare Network - Visalia Mooney (Medical & Dental) and Western Dental Center: Forouzan Fariba DDS. 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 Visalia?

53 Visalia clinics list general dentistry in our data. 1 lists sedation options. 12 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Visalia

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 53 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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