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Best Dentists in Bakersfield, CA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Bakersfield: Dr. Allen Tsai, DDS, 5.0★ from 350 Google reviews, open 7 days until 11 PM and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 9

    Best for same-day emergencies: Emergency Dental of Bakersfield, emergency care, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #9 of 194.

  3. 26

    Best for kids and families: Purdy Pediatric Dentistry, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #26 of 194.

  4. 1

    Best for evenings and weekends: Dr. Allen Tsai, DDS, open 7 days until 11 PM; ranked #1 of 194.

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194 Bakersfield clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 31 are open Saturdays, 9 on Sundays and 24 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 4 list emergency care. 120 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Bakersfield at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Bakersfield at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1Dr. Allen Tsai, DDS805.0★ (350)Evenings · Sat · SunOverall, Evenings & weekends
2De Souza Dental765.0★ (1)——
3Dr. Lam Trinh, DDS765.0★ (1)——
4Phillips and Jue Dental754.8★ (276)Evenings—
5CaliDental744.5★ (649)SatInvisalign & braces
6Dentistry745.0★ (3)——
7Thomas Frank, DDS744.9★ (525)——
8Gateway Family Dentistry735.0★ (343)——
9Emergency Dental of Bakersfield73—Evenings · Sat · SunEmergencies
10Adept Dental Group73———

The 194 best dentists in Bakersfield, ranked

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

  1. #5 CaliDental

    4221 S H St, Bakersfield, CA 93304

    74/100

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 649 Google reviews, 649 Google reviews.

    • 4.5from 649 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Patients seeking beautiful smiles they can feel confident about can turn to CaliDental for premium, warm, friendly care. The dental team puts even the most anxious patients at ease. Services include professional cleanings, fillings, crowns, bridges, root canals, dental implants, dentures, Invisalign® clear aligners, veneers, teeth whitening, and orthodontic treatments for patients suffering from gum disease, tooth decay, crooked or missing teeth, and other oral health issues.

    From CaliDental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #7 Thomas Frank, DDS

    4101 Empire Dr #100, Bakersfield, CA 93309

    74/100

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 525 Google reviews, 525 Google reviews.

    • 4.9from 525 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dr. Thomas Frank is passionate about your oral health care and overall well-being. We use the finest materials, the most advanced techniques, and the latest proven technologies to deliver exceptional dental care in a very personalized and comfortable manner. Our wide range of comprehensive and cosmetic dental services include veneers, smile rejuvenation, dental implants, gum recontouring, composites,and extensive preventative care. Tired of feeling tired? Not getting enough…

    From Thomas Frank, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #8 Gateway Family Dentistry

    13029 Stockdale Hwy #100, Bakersfield, CA 93314

    73/100

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 343 Google reviews, 343 Google reviews.

    • 5.0from 343 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    If you and your family are in search of a great dentist in Bakersfield, CA, Dr. Padmaja Mutyala is here for you! Since opening our practice in 2012, Dr. Mutyala has used her skill, experience, and passion for dentistry to help patients of all ages enjoy healthy, confident smiles. Using a gentle touch and a personalized approach, she knows how to help patients feel relaxed and to help them understand their dental care needs.

    From Gateway Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #9 Emergency Dental of Bakersfield

    10209 Marco Polo Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93312, United States

    73/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 because of access and services: open 7 days until 12 AM, 17 of 17 services offered.

    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

  5. 73/10015% of factors measured

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Are you looking for a Bakersfield dentist who can service your entire family? The Panama Wible Dedicated Dental location provides personalized family dentistry including: General dentistry Baby dentistry Children's dentistry Teen dentistry Orthodontics Root canals Endodontics Oral surgery Periodontics Emergency dentistry

    From Gentle Dental Panama's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Gentle Dentistry for the Whole Family! General Dentistry * Family Dentistry * Teeth Whitening *Cosmetic Dentistry * Full Digital X-rays * Dentures * Dental Veneers * Dental Implants * Composite Bonding: Chipped, broken, discolored or decayed teeth * Smile Makeovers * Full mouth reconstruction.

    From Lukens Terrance M DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 194 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #194, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Purdy Pediatric Dentistry734.6★ (305)
27Southwest Family Dentistry724.8★ (838)Sat
28Kids' First Dentistry724.8★ (277)
29Laser Dental Bakersfield724.9★ (160)Sat
30JUST FOR KIDS714.8★ (355)Sat
31Apollonia Dental Center714.7★ (605)Evenings
32River Lakes Dental Group and Orthodontics714.5★ (587)Evenings
33Dr. Kenneth K. Khuu, DDS715.0★ (17)
34Mercy Plaza Dental Group704.8★ (259)
35Nineteenth St Dental Practice705.0★ (13)
36Smile Studios704.8★ (577)
37Admire Dental Bakersfield705.0★ (114)Sat
38Crown Dental704.7★ (294)Evenings
39Cosmetic Dentist, Dental Implants & Dentures by Bakersfield Smile Design | Dr. Kenneth W Krauss DDS694.8★ (589)
40Precision Oral Surgeon & Dental Implants Bakersfield694.8★ (453)
41Rosedale Dental Studio694.8★ (177)Sat
421800 Dentist Bakersfield695.0★ (2)Evenings · Sat · Sun
43Kern Kids Dental684.8★ (161)
44Ivan Medina-Martinez DDS684.7★ (491)
45Auburn Dental Center684.9★ (314)
46Micaehl Delia DDS684.8★ (6)
47Rodrigo Ayala DDS Inc.674.5★ (458)
48Kinder Pediatric Dental Bakersfield674.6★ (439)
49Bright Dental Care674.8★ (180)
50CaliDental Niles674.4★ (598)
51Riverwalk Dental Professionals675.0★ (4)
52Dentava67Evenings · Sat · Sun
53Capital Dental Group67Evenings · Sat · Sun
54Affordable Dental Care67
55Bakersfield Oral Surgery67
56California Dental Association67
57California dental Center67
58Clinica Sierra Vista East Bakersfield67
59Dentist67
60Dentistry Children Clinica Serria Vista67
61Dr. Sreelatha Yasalapu67
62Dr. Truong T. Nguyen, DDS67
63First Dental67
64Home Care Dental67
65Kaiser Arthur G DDS67
66Kern Dental Specialties67
67Kern Valley Dental: Lim Jhang H DDS67
68Muradyan Liana DDS67
69Queiroz Dental Inc67
70Saekyu Oh67
71Samir Shah67
72San Dimas Family Dentistry67
73Smile Dental: Tran Phuoc T L DDS67
74Sturz & Abby Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics67
75Verne Serge V DDS67
76Yong Eon Park67
77My Kids Happy Teeth674.9★ (1,055)
78Logan Family Dentistry675.0★ (187)
79San Dimas Dental Care674.4★ (158)
80Tanada-Lee Family Dental Care674.8★ (264)
81Gentle Dental Rosedale664.3★ (323)
82Western Dental & Orthodontics664.1★ (670)Sat
83Altavas Dental Group: Dr. Myrna Altavas, D.D.S.665.0★ (100)
84Smyle Dental Bakersfield664.9★ (850)
85Forest Dental group664.9★ (57)Sat
86Magic Smiles Dental & Orthodontics664.9★ (36)Sat
87Trunkey Dental664.9★ (493)
88Dentist Finder Now665.0★ (1)
89Emergency Dentist Bakersfield Solutions665.0★ (1)
90Urgent Dentist Near You665.0★ (1)
91Bella Risa Dental664.4★ (31)Evenings
92First Choice Dentistry - Dental Implants & Cosmetic Dentist Bakersfield654.9★ (747)
93Dr. Benjamin J. Lin, DMD653.7★ (3)
94Hacienda Kidz Dental655.0★ (670)
95Millenium Dental Center654.3★ (664)
96Premier Family Dentistry654.5★ (32)Evenings
97Kids Dental Park654.6★ (195)
98Clinica Sierra Vista - Dental Clinic644.1★ (35)Evenings
99Smile Dental644.4★ (63)Evenings
100Dr. Le T. Nguyen, DDS645.0★ (1)
101William Sally S DDS645.0★ (1)
102All Smiles Dental, Peter M. Kim, DMD644.7★ (86)
103Bakersfield Dental Care641.0★ (2)
104Delgado's Dental Office641.0★ (2)
105Truxtun Family Dentistry645.0★ (179)
106Carlson Dentistry of Bakersfield645.0★ (280)
107Mt Vernon Dentistry634.8★ (565)Sat
108Capital Dental Group - Chip Casteen, DDS63Evenings · Sat · Sun
109Sunny Dental Bakersfield634.8★ (261)
110Western Dental & Orthodontics634.3★ (1,048)Sat
111Bakersfield Kids' Dentistry and Orthodontics634.3★ (157)
112Rock Doc Dentistry634.8★ (289)
113Dr. Mazi Ghalambor New Image Dentistry624.8★ (147)Sat
114Excel Dental Family Dentist624.9★ (338)
115Dr. Jay Patel DDS (Previously Dr. Bhaskar Joshi DDS)624.6★ (36)
116San Dimas Oral Surgery Center624.4★ (352)Sat
117Norris Oral and Facial Surgery624.9★ (373)
118Omni Family Health | California Avenue Health Center624.2★ (114)
119Toothworks of Bakersfield, Dentist and Orthodontist624.8★ (385)
120Sagepointe Dental624.0★ (8)
121Brimhall Dental Group614.8★ (270)
122North Bakersfield Dental614.8★ (5)
123Bakersfield Endodontics614.3★ (32)
124Great Smile Family Dentistry614.3★ (27)
125North Bakersfield Dental Office of Ching L. Lim, DMD & Wei-Chang Yeh DDS, Orthodontist604.4★ (37)
126Oildale Community Health Center: Priftakis Stephen L DDS603.9★ (201)
127Dental Depot604.1★ (46)
128James C. Ma DDS - Cosmetic & Orthodontics604.9★ (251)
129White Lane Family Dentistry604.0★ (20)
130Custom Dental603.6★ (16)Sat
131Dentists of Bakersfield594.4★ (309)
132Apollonia Dental594.6★ (80)
133South H Dental593.7★ (61)
134Dr. Choon S. Park, DMD594.7★ (35)
135Midtown Family Dentistry584.4★ (94)
136Advanced Oral Surgery, Bakersfield584.4★ (331)
137Dr Jay Patel DDS574.9★ (201)
138Mary Janet Castillo Roldan, DDS575.0★ (5)
139Thomas D. Hall DDS574.3★ (6)
140Huang Arthur DDS - Valley Grace Dental57Evenings · Sat
141Valley Grace Dental57Evenings · Sat
142Ricks Family Orthodontics575.0★ (102)
143East Town Family Dentistry573.2★ (18)
144Gill Michael L DDS565.0★ (3)
145Clinica Sierra Vista - East Bakersfield Dental Center553.2★ (64)
146Comfort Dental Orthodontics553.8★ (46)Sat
147Hometown Dental Care554.3★ (53)Evenings
148Northwest Dental Arts554.7★ (23)
149Comfort Dental Family555.0★ (1)
150Pacific Dental Group555.0★ (1)
151Bakersfield Children's Dentistry and Orthodontics544.5★ (93)
152Wilson John C DDS535.0★ (19)
153Javier Central Valley Dental Clinic534.0★ (24)
154Dental Implants of Bakersfield525.0★ (33)
155Jim Peyton, DDS525.0★ (15)
156Dr.John Alexander DDS524.6★ (9)
157Breaux Aaron K DDS - The Smile Lounge524.4★ (19)
158Dr. James N. Clark, DDS514.8★ (18)
159Richard L Gapper, DDS514.5★ (8)
160Joseph M. Nunez, DDS, Inc.515.0★ (8)
161Dr. Michael A. Banducci, DDS505.0★ (6)
162All Kids Dental Surgery Center503.6★ (108)
163Richardson Mark DMD504.9★ (9)
164Rodriguez P Hiram DDS484.3★ (6)
165Maple Dental Clinic Bakersfield47Evenings · Sat · Sun
166Marovia Smile Dentistry Bakersfield47Evenings · Sat · Sun
167Mobile Dental Care, Smile Makers, Dr. Michelle Juanatas Bowens47Evenings · Sat · Sun
168Stockdale Smiles Dentistry and Orthodontics47Evenings
169Five Star Dentistry: Abdul R. Alas, D.D.S.47Evenings
170Bakersfield Dental Group and Orthodontics47Evenings
171New Horizon Dental47Sat
172Gosford Village Dental Group and Orthodontics47Evenings
173THS Dentistry465.0★ (1)
174Smileland Dental37
175Gentle Dental Stockdale37
176Hacienda Dental37
177Royal Dental Care37
178Second Smile Denture Care37
179Salin Dentistry - Bakersfield Dentist37
180Dr. Dimitri Salin37
181Westchester Dental Arts37
182Dream Dental Care33
183STAR DENTAL GROUP33
184Nicole Chen28
185Western Dental & Orthodontics27Sat
186Western Dental & Orthodontics24Sat
187Dr. Ranjan Rajbanshi, DDS MS24Sat
188Columbus Family Dentistry24Sat
189Stephen M. Klein, DDS17
190Kern Valley Dental17
191Bellissima Dental17
192Blue Valley Dental15
193Bakersfield Digital Dentistry8
194Bakersfield Dentures and Implants7

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Best dentists in Bakersfield by need

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Best for emergency in Bakersfield

9

Emergency Dental of Bakersfield

Highest-ranked of 4 Bakersfield clinics offering emergency or same-day care: #2 for emergency care, #9 overall by DR Score and open 7 days until 12 AM.

Runner-up: 1800 Dentist Bakersfield (#42 overall)

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Best for kids in Bakersfield

26

Purdy Pediatric Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 22 Bakersfield clinics offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #26 overall by DR Score and open 5 days a week.

Runner-up: Laser Dental Bakersfield (#29 overall)

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Best for implants in Bakersfield

27

Southwest Family Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 159 Bakersfield clinics offering dental implants: oral surgeon on staff, #1 for implants and #27 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Laser Dental Bakersfield (#29 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Bakersfield

5

CaliDental

Highest-ranked of 130 Bakersfield clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #1 for invisalign and #5 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Southwest Family Dentistry (#27 overall)

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Best for root canal in Bakersfield

27

Southwest Family Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 124 Bakersfield clinics offering root canals: endodontist on staff, #1 for root canal and #27 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Smile Studios (#36 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Bakersfield

1

Dr. Allen Tsai, DDS

Highest-ranked of 154 Bakersfield clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: De Souza Dental (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Bakersfield

1

Dr. Allen Tsai, DDS

Highest-ranked of 124 Bakersfield clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: De Souza Dental (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Bakersfield

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

How much does a dentist cost in Bakersfield?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Bakersfield?
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 Bakersfield

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 Bakersfield dentists

We scored 194 Bakersfield clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 68 were excluded (1 closed and 67 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 Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Bakersfield?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Bakersfield, CA is Dr. Allen Tsai, DDS (DR Score 80/100). It has a 5.0★ rating from 350 Google reviews. It is open 7 days until 11 PM. De Souza Dental (#2) and Dr. Lam Trinh, DDS (#3) follow. We ranked 194 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Bakersfield are open on Saturday?

31 of 194 Bakersfield dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Dr. Allen Tsai, DDS (until 11 PM), CaliDental (until 3 PM) and Emergency Dental of Bakersfield (until 12 AM). 9 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 Bakersfield?

4 Bakersfield clinics list emergency or same-day dental care. The highest-ranked are Emergency Dental of Bakersfield (#9), 1800 Dentist Bakersfield (#42) and Maple Dental Clinic Bakersfield (#165). 24 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 Bakersfield?

A dental cleaning in Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield?

Purdy Pediatric Dentistry is the highest-ranked Bakersfield clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #26 of 194 by DR Score. It is open 5 days a week. 22 Bakersfield clinics have a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in Bakersfield?

DentistsRanked lists 194 dental clinics in Bakersfield, CA, and 194 are ranked by DR Score. 31 post Saturday hours and 24 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 177 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Bakersfield

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 194 clinics.
  2. : 67 duplicate listings merged.
  3. : 1 closed clinic removed.

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