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Best Dentists in Alameda, CA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Alameda: Dr. Rene A. Bagus, DDS, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 29

    Best for same-day emergencies: Karen Larson, DDS, emergency care, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #29 of 79.

  3. 32

    Best for kids and families: Alameda Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #32 of 79.

  4. 29

    Best for evenings and weekends: Karen Larson, DDS, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #29 of 79.

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79 Alameda clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 11 are open Saturdays, 2 on Sundays and 2 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 1 list emergency care. 12 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Alameda at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Alameda at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreBest for
1Dr. Rene A. Bagus, DDS73Overall, Implants
2Dughman Dental73—
3Marina Landing Family Dentistry73—
4Matthew Lau, DDS FICOI73—
5Park Family Dental73—
6Advanced Dental Excellence67—
7AHS College of Alameda Dental Clinic67—
8Alameda Dentist67—
9Alameda Office67—
10Amanda F Leong DDS67—

The 79 best dentists in Alameda, ranked

Ordered by DR Score, a 0–100 score from 6 published factors. Scores refresh weekly.

Scores below: based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  3. #3 Marina Landing Family Dentistry

    73/100

    Ranked #3 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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    In their words

    Marina Landing Family Dentistry in Alameda, California, has been providing excellent dental care to Bay Area families for more than 15 years. From Livermore to San Francisco, thousands of patients place their trust in Dr. Asmita Dharia and consider her a life long partner in their health.

    From Marina Landing Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 79 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #79, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26The Wellness Center: Terecita L. Dean DDS67
27Tsuji Grant DDS67
28William Paden67
29Karen Larson, DDS674.4★ (8)Evenings · Sat · Sun
30Alameda Orthodontics655.0★ (105)
31Ting Paul H DDS625.0★ (3)
32Alameda Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics624.9★ (552)
33Wei Huang, DDS614.0★ (5)
34Alameda Smiles594.2★ (22)
35Island Orthodontics584.9★ (94)
36Tal Dental584.3★ (6)Sat
37Alameda Aesthetic Dentistry - Dr. Piyush Sisodia DDS MPH574.9★ (77)
38Amy Lee, DDS574.7★ (12)Sat
39Dr. Alain A. Montiel, DDS565.0★ (1)
40Jennings Dwight E DDS565.0★ (1)
41Total Health Dental Care53Sat · Sun
42Alameda Family Dental Practice47Sat
43Alameda Landing Dentistry47Sat
44Rowe Andrew C DDS47Evenings
45Thuy Bui D.D.S.47Sat
46Teodoro E Eusebio DMD, Inc.47Sat
47Family Dentistry43Sat
48dentist40
49California Oral and Facial Surgery37
50Douglas S. Mitchell, DMD37
51Pham Cathy H DDS37
52Singleton Smile Dental37
53Alameda Family Dental Group37
54Parkside Oral Surgery & Implant Center37
55South Shore Dental37
56Dentistry of Alameda37
57Dr. Gurjit Randhawa, DDS MDS37
58William L Gardner, DDS37
59Alameda Dental Center37
60Bothwell Bruce L DDS37
61Philip Gruell DDS37
62Alameda Periodontics: Connie Oh, DDS, MS37
63H. Thao Tran DDS , Dentistry of Alameda34
64Alameda Pediatric Dentistry33
65Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics33
66Endo Care - The Endodontic Group Practice of Dr. Ali Rezai33
67Oakland-Alameda Endodontics33
68Northern california cranio-facial center33
69Randhawa Dentistry33
70Smile Direct Club27Sat
71Aguilar Hector a DDS24Sat
72Danville denestry18
73Alameda Family & Cosmetic15
74Dental Hygiene Ebc15
75Dr. Kuei Shu Liao, DDS15
76Dr. Peter Chen, DDS15
77Dr.H.&Co.Dentistry15
78The Pacific Aesthetic Continuum15
79Alameda Dental Studio5

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Best dentists in Alameda by need

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Best for emergency in Alameda

29

Karen Larson, DDS

Highest-ranked of 1 Alameda clinic offering emergency or same-day care: #29 overall by DR Score and open 7 days until 12 AM.

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Best for kids in Alameda

32

Alameda Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 1 Alameda clinic offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #32 overall by DR Score and open 5 days a week.

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Best for implants in Alameda

1

Dr. Rene A. Bagus, DDS

Highest-ranked of 61 Alameda clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dughman Dental (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Alameda

30

Alameda Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 60 Alameda clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #1 for invisalign and #30 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Alameda Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics (#32 overall)

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Best for root canal in Alameda

1

Dr. Rene A. Bagus, DDS

Highest-ranked of 56 Alameda clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dughman Dental (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Alameda

1

Dr. Rene A. Bagus, DDS

Highest-ranked of 60 Alameda clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dughman Dental (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Alameda

1

Dr. Rene A. Bagus, DDS

Highest-ranked of 56 Alameda clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dughman Dental (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Alameda

No Alameda clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in Alameda?

Typical prices before insurance, in USD. Each row names its source.

How much does a dentist cost in Alameda?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$140–$420DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California
Teeth Cleaning$105–$280DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California
Emergency Care$140–$700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California
Root Canal$980–$1,960DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California
Tooth Extraction$280–$980DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California
Wisdom Teeth Removal$280–$980DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California
Dental Implants$2,100–$8,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California
Invisalign$4,900–$10,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California
Braces$4,200–$9,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California
Dental Crowns$1,120–$2,520DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California
Dentures$1,400–$4,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California
Veneers$1,260–$3,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California
Teeth Whitening$280–$840DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California
Dental Bonding$420–$840DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California
Cosmetic Fillings$420–$840DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California
Cosmetic Dentistry$700–$7,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California
Full Restoration$21,000–$70,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California

Emergency and weekend dentists in Alameda

Clinics that list same-day or emergency care, or post Saturday, Sunday or after-6 PM hours. Severe swelling or bleeding: go to a hospital.

How we ranked Alameda dentists

We scored 79 Alameda clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Alameda 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

Dentists in Alameda: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Alameda?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Alameda, CA is Dr. Rene A. Bagus, DDS (DR Score 73/100). Dughman Dental (#2) and Marina Landing Family Dentistry (#3) follow. We ranked 79 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Alameda are open on Saturday?

11 of 79 Alameda dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Karen Larson, DDS (until 12 AM), Tal Dental (until 2 PM) and Amy Lee, DDS (until 1 PM). 2 are also open on Sunday. Hours come from each clinic's listing as of October 2026, so call ahead on holidays.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Alameda?

1 Alameda clinic lists emergency or same-day dental care. The highest-ranked is Karen Larson, DDS (#29). 2 clinics are open after 6 PM on at least one weekday. For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Alameda?

A dental cleaning in Alameda typically costs $105–$280 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

Who is the best kids' dentist in Alameda?

Alameda Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is the highest-ranked Alameda clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #32 of 79 by DR Score. It is open 5 days a week. 1 Alameda clinic has a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in Alameda?

DentistsRanked lists 79 dental clinics in Alameda, CA, and 79 are ranked by DR Score. 11 post Saturday hours and 2 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 72 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Alameda

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 79 clinics.

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