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Best Dentists in Arroyo Grande, CA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Arroyo Grande: Dr. John E. Edgerton, DDS, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 14

    Best for evenings and weekends: Community Health Center Immediate Care, open 7 days until 8 PM; ranked #14 of 30.

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30 Arroyo Grande clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 2 are open Saturdays, 2 on Sundays and 2 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 10 dentists in Arroyo Grande at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Arroyo Grande at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreBest for
1Dr. John E. Edgerton, DDS73Overall, Implants
21548 West Branch Street67—
3Bryan Tooli DDS67—
4CHCCC67—
5Coast CA Dental67—
6Dental Emergicenter-Arroyo67—
7Dr. Gregory Hauser67—
8Dr. Kenneth Goldberg67—
9Flood Steven L DDS67—
10Kusell Maurina L DDS67—

The 30 best dentists in Arroyo Grande, ranked

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

  1. #14 Community Health Center Immediate Care

    1205 E Grand Ave, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

    63/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open 7 days until 8 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #15 Community Health Centers - AG Walk In

    1205 E Grand Ave Suite H, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420, United States

    63/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open 7 days until 8 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–8 PM · Tue 8 AM–7:30 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Community Health Centers of the Central Coast, Inc. (CHC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit network of community health centers serving the residents of California’s Central Coast. Conveniently located throughout San Luis Obispo County, our committed healthcare professionals are dedicated to maintaining your health and well-being. We offer fully accredited Medical, Dental, and Chiropractic care as well as Health Education and Specialty Care.

    From Community Health Centers - AG Walk In's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #16 Arroyo Grande Specialty Center - Women's Health

    850 Fair Oaks Ave Ste 100, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Arroyo Grande Specialty Center - Women's Health is a women's health center that offers many services, including obstetrics, gynecology, and women's health. Visit Arroyo Grande Specialty Center - Women's Health located at 850 Fair Oaks Ave, Arroyo Grande, CA. This Arroyo Grande women's health center is one of the best in California. As part of the Dignity Health network, Arroyo Grande Specialty Center - Women's Health is dedicated to delivering high quality, compassionate…

    From Arroyo Grande Specialty Center - Women's Health's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #18 Irina S. Adams, DMD

    1548 W Branch St, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to the dental office of Irina S. Adams, DMD. At our Arroyo Grande practice, we are dedicated to providing the finest dental care to the members of the Arroyo Grande community and its surrounding areas. Exemplary patient care, outstanding aesthetic results, compassion, and integrity are the cornerstones of our dental practice. Incorporating the latest technology, our state-of-the-art practice specializes in preventive, cosmetic, restorative, and implant dentistry.…

    From Irina S. Adams, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #22 Coastal Smiles Orthodontics - David H. Lindsey, DDS, MS

    203 Station Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Orthodontic practice focused on providing high quality orthodontic treatment for children, adolescents, and adults in a fun and patient centered environment. We are conveniently located near the Village of Arroyo Grande and proudly serve the Five Cities, Nipomo, San Luis Obispo, and Santa Maria communities. Call us today for your complimentary exam!

    From Coastal Smiles Orthodontics - David H. Lindsey, DDS, MS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #23 Bauer Dental Center

    850 Fair Oaks Ave Suite 200, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    All smiles are unique—a reflection of our mood and personality, and a defining characteristic of who we are. We see your smile as our own unique opportunity to make it one of your best features, defined by your personal aesthetic goals and restored to proper function and health. We have cultivated a team of highly trained dental professionals led by our dentist, Dr. Viorela Bauer, and merged the most advanced technology with high-end comprehensive dentistry. This…

    From Bauer Dental Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #25 Community Health Centers - Fair Oaks

    1057 E Grand Ave, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Community Health Centers of the Central Coast, Inc. (CHC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit network of community health centers serving the residents of California’s Central Coast. Conveniently located throughout San Luis Obispo county, our committed healthcare professionals are dedicated to maintaining your health and well-being. We offer fully accredited Medical, Dental and Chiropractic care as well as Health Education and Specialty Care.

    From Community Health Centers - Fair Oaks's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 30 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #30, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

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Best dentists in Arroyo Grande by need

One pick per need, with the clinic that comes next. Every pick names the condition it wins on.

Best for emergency in Arroyo Grande

No Arroyo Grande clinic lists emergency or same-day care in our data yet.

Best for kids in Arroyo Grande

No Arroyo Grande clinic lists kid-friendly care in our data yet.

Best for implants in Arroyo Grande

1

Dr. John E. Edgerton, DDS

Highest-ranked of 30 Arroyo Grande clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: 1548 West Branch Street (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Arroyo Grande

1

Dr. John E. Edgerton, DDS

Highest-ranked of 30 Arroyo Grande clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: 1548 West Branch Street (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in Arroyo Grande

1

Dr. John E. Edgerton, DDS

Highest-ranked of 30 Arroyo Grande clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: 1548 West Branch Street (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Arroyo Grande

1

Dr. John E. Edgerton, DDS

Highest-ranked of 30 Arroyo Grande clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: 1548 West Branch Street (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Arroyo Grande

1

Dr. John E. Edgerton, DDS

Highest-ranked of 30 Arroyo Grande clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: 1548 West Branch Street (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Arroyo Grande

No Arroyo Grande clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in Arroyo Grande?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Arroyo Grande?
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 Arroyo Grande

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 Arroyo Grande dentists

We scored 30 Arroyo Grande clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Arroyo Grande 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

Dentists in Arroyo Grande: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Arroyo Grande?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Arroyo Grande, CA is Dr. John E. Edgerton, DDS (DR Score 73/100). 1548 West Branch Street (#2) and Bryan Tooli DDS (#3) follow. We ranked 30 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Arroyo Grande are open on Saturday?

2 of 30 Arroyo Grande dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Community Health Center Immediate Care (until 5 PM) and Community Health Centers - AG Walk In (until 5 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 Arroyo Grande?

No Arroyo Grande clinic lists emergency care, but 2 are open after 6 PM, led by Community Health Center Immediate Care (#14) and Community Health Centers - AG Walk In (#15). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Arroyo Grande?

A dental cleaning in Arroyo Grande 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.

How many dentists are there in Arroyo Grande?

DentistsRanked lists 30 dental clinics in Arroyo Grande, CA, and 30 are ranked by DR Score. 2 post Saturday hours and 2 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 30 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Arroyo Grande

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 30 clinics.

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