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Best Dentists in Coronado, CA (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Coronado: Coronado Dental Group, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

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27 Coronado clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 is open Saturdays, based on posted hours. 1 has a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Coronado at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Coronado at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Best for
1Coronado Dental Group73—Overall, Implants
2Isabella Avenue Dentistry685.0★ (242)—
3Christopher Kleber67——
4Corondoni Alexander DDS67——
5Diane Edge67——
6Dr. Howard Dixon67——
7Dr. Joseph Mullins67——
8Dr. Katayoun Afshar67——
9Dr. Nicholas Gadler67——
10Leslie Strommer67——

The 27 best dentists in Coronado, ranked

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

  1. Ranked #1 in Coronado

    #1 Coronado Dental Group

    1301 Ynez Pl, Coronado, CA 92118

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 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

    Coronado Dental Group is a premier dental facility located near the Hotel Del Coronado. It is owned and operated by San Diego's Top Dentist for the last 15 years and running, Dr. Jimmy Wu DDS. He focuses on preventative care and personal treatment for all of his patients. From full mouth reconstructions and Smile makeovers to simple restorative needs, Coronado Dental Group utillizes the latest in dental technology.

    From Coronado Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #13 Coronado Pediatric Dentistry

    875 Orange Ave #210, Coronado, CA 92118, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 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

    Kid-friendly, space-themed pediatric dental office conveniently located to serve patients from the Coronado community and surrounding San Diego areas. We are accepting new patients and work directly with and accept most PPO insurance plans, including Tricare for our military families. Patients enjoy playing on iPads in the reception area's Saturn planet room and watching movies on mounted screens above each chair during their visit.

    From Coronado Pediatric Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #14 Coronado Dentistry & Pediatrics

    120 C Ave Suite 100, Coronado, CA 92118

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Our dentists are engaged!! Dr. Alexander Phillips (general dentist) and Dr. Kelsey Coria (pediatric dentist) are California natives trained at USC, who love Coronado and hope to raise their future family here. We are a local, home-grown dental office whose lineage has provided Coronado with dental care for 80+ years since the days of Dr. Vernetti, Dr. Skaalen, Dr. Price, and Dr. Hutchison amongst others. We pride ourselves on honest and thoughtful dental care that puts the…

    From Coronado Dentistry & Pediatrics's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #16 Coronado Dental Group: Jimmy Wu DDS

    1301 Ynez Pl, Coronado, CA 92118, United States

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #19 Coronado Family Dental - Dr. Stephen Dao, DDS

    1317 Ynez Pl, Coronado, CA 92118

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 7 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #20 Advanced Dentistry

    1010 8th St, Coronado, CA 92118

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 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

    From beginning to end, your dental experience with Advanced Dentistry is designed to be relaxing, convenient, and effective. Our welcoming waiting room offers complimentary coffee and other amenities, such as headphones and blankets. With us, you won't waste time going to multiple specialists' offices-we can handle all your dental needs right here! Also, our dentists have equipped our practice with the finest tools in dentistry so that we can offer faster and better…

    From Advanced Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #22 Kurt Hummeldorf, DMD

    1315 Ynez Pl, Coronado, CA 92118

    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–Wed closed · Thu 8 AM–12 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dr. Hummeldorf has been a board certified Oral Surgeon since 2003. He retired as a Captain after 23 years in the United States Navy. His last ten years of service were spent teaching oral surgery residents at Bethesda/Walter Reed and Balboa Naval Hospital, where he cared for patients with complex oral and facial surgical needs. His most rewarding mission was in support of USNS Mercy hospital ship, Indonesian Tsunami Support. Dr.

    From Kurt Hummeldorf, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. #23 Morett Dental Spa

    1203 2nd St suite a, Coronado, CA 92118, United States

    33/10030% 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 9 AM–5 PM · Tue closed · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

All 27 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #27, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

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Best dentists in Coronado by need

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

Best for emergency in Coronado

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

Best for kids in Coronado

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

Best for implants in Coronado

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Coronado Dental Group

Highest-ranked of 25 Coronado clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Christopher Kleber (#3 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Coronado

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Coronado Dental Group

Highest-ranked of 23 Coronado clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Christopher Kleber (#3 overall)

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Best for root canal in Coronado

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Coronado Dental Group

Highest-ranked of 23 Coronado clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Christopher Kleber (#3 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Coronado

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Coronado Dental Group

Highest-ranked of 25 Coronado clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Christopher Kleber (#3 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Coronado

1

Coronado Dental Group

Highest-ranked of 23 Coronado clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Christopher Kleber (#3 overall)

Dentures in Coronado →

Best for budget & insurance in Coronado

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

How much does a dentist cost in Coronado?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Coronado?
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 Coronado

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 Coronado dentists

We scored 27 Coronado 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 Coronado 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 Coronado: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Coronado?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Coronado, CA is Coronado Dental Group (DR Score 73/100). Isabella Avenue Dentistry (#2) and Christopher Kleber (#3) follow. We ranked 27 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Coronado are open on Saturday?

1 of 27 Coronado dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Viviana Arvayo DDS (until 2 PM). None of the listed clinics post Sunday hours. Hours come from each clinic's listing as of October 2026, so call ahead on holidays.

How much is a dental cleaning in Coronado?

A dental cleaning in Coronado 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 Coronado?

DentistsRanked lists 27 dental clinics in Coronado, CA, and 27 are ranked by DR Score. 1 post Saturday hours. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 27 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Coronado

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 27 clinics.