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Best Dentists in East Los Angeles, CA (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in East Los Angeles: Western Dental & Orthodontics Kids, 4.8★ from 575 Google reviews, open Saturdays until 4:30 PM and 2 of 17 services.

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    Best for same-day emergencies: United Family Dental Center, emergency care, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #2 of 21.

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    Best for kids and families: Western Dental & Orthodontics Kids, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #1 of 21.

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    Best for evenings and weekends: United Family Dental Center, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #2 of 21.

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21 East Los Angeles clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 13 are open Saturdays, 1 on Sundays and 5 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 1 list emergency care. 4 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in East Los Angeles at a glance

Top 10 dentists in East Los Angeles at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1Western Dental & Orthodontics Kids734.8★ (575)SatOverall, Kids
2United Family Dental Center685.0★ (1)Evenings · Sat · SunEmergencies, Evenings & weekends
3Dentist675.0★ (1)——
4Community Health Center67——Root canal, Cosmetic
5Dr. Prakash Joshi, DDS67———
6Shahgaldian Christine DDS67———
7Dr. Namian Family Dentistry57—Evenings · Sat—
8Dr. Edwin O. Barzallo, DDS57—Evenings · Sat—
9West Coast Dental of East Los Angeles53—Evenings · Sat—
10Gentle Family Dental and Braces53—Evenings · Sat—

The 21 best dentists in East Los Angeles, ranked

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

  1. #7 Dr. Namian Family Dentistry

    6529 Whittier Blvd, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 4 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    En Dr. Namian Family Dentistry tendrás por seguro que te daremos la mejor atención a ti y a tu familia porque aquí sí nos preocupamos por su salud y la belleza de su sonrisa y trabajamos mucho para hacerlo realidad. Nuestros servicios van desde limpieza dental rutinaria hasta extracciones e implantes. No nos cabe duda de que el mejor dentista general en su área.

    From Dr. Namian Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #8 Dr. Edwin O. Barzallo, DDS

    741 S Atlantic Blvd, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 5 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #9 West Coast Dental of East Los Angeles

    5162 Whittier Blvd, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 4 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Se habla Español. At West Coast Dental of East LA, we believe that a visit to the dentist should be as pleasant and stress-free as possible. That's why our dental offices were designed to keep patient comfort in mind. Whether you need to schedule a general checkup or require more extensive dental work, we will address any concerns you might have prior to treatment and answer all of your questions in a relaxed, pressure-free setting. At our dental practice, we offer: Easy…

    From West Coast Dental of East Los Angeles's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #10 Gentle Family Dental and Braces

    5207 Whittier Blvd, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 6:30 PM and Saturdays until 5 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Gentle Family Dental and Braces is a dental office serving the Los Angeles community for over 30 years. Our caring and capable staff strives to provide high quality work with affordable options. We want you to feel comfortable, at ease coming to your dental visit We offer general dentistry as well as implants, braces, root canals, and kids dentistry. Thank you for trusting us with your dental care.

    From Gentle Family Dental and Braces's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #12 Western Dental Kids

    4900 Whittier Blvd, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 4:30 PM.

    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

    In their words

    Our Western Dental Kids office located near you specializes in children's dentistry and orthodontics and provides comprehensive care for infants, toddlers, children and teens. Our pediatric dentists and orthodontists provide quality, affordable dental care in a positive caring environment. Initial exams and regular checkups, preventative care like fluoride treatments and tooth sealants, routine cleanings, and fillings will insure your child maintains a beautiful smile and…

    From Western Dental Kids's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #13 Hope LA dentistry

    6046 Whittier Blvd, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 4 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Wed 9:30 AM–6 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9:30 AM–6 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #14 Silvas's Dental Office

    761 S Fetterly Ave, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 4 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue closed · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu–Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #15 Daoud DDS

    952 S Atlantic Blvd A, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 2 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed closed · Thu 10:30 AM–3 PM · Fri 10 AM–4 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    When you visit Daoud DDS in East Los Angeles, CA, you will experience all that modern dentistry has to offer, including a comprehensive list of general, restorative and cosmetic dental services to meet the needs of the whole family. Contact the office of Dr. Khaled Daoud DDS, today!

    From Daoud DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  9. #16 Via Care Community Health Center

    607 S Atlantic Blvd, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 2 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  10. #17 New Millennium Dental

    5165 Whittier Blvd # 103, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 5 PM.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  11. #18 American Dental Academy

    212 S Atlantic Blvd, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    American Dental Academy was founded in 2005. It is an affiliated company of Western Health Occupational Training School, Inc. Western Health Occupational Training School, Inc., is a private institution and is approved to operate by the Bureau for Private Post secondary Education. It is our endeavor to prepare individuals with the knowledge and technical proficiency that will allow them to become immediately employable in a dental office upon graduation. It is our objective…

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

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Best dentists in East Los Angeles by need

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Best for emergency in East Los Angeles

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United Family Dental Center

Highest-ranked of 1 East Los Angeles clinic offering emergency or same-day care: #2 overall by DR Score and open 7 days until 12 AM.

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Best for kids in East Los Angeles

1

Western Dental & Orthodontics Kids

Highest-ranked of 2 East Los Angeles clinics offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #1 overall by DR Score and open Saturdays until 4:30 PM.

Runner-up: Kids dental clinic (#21 overall)

General Dentistry in East Los Angeles →

Best for implants in East Los Angeles

2

United Family Dental Center

Highest-ranked of 15 East Los Angeles clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Community Health Center (#4 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in East Los Angeles

1

Western Dental & Orthodontics Kids

Highest-ranked of 15 East Los Angeles clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Community Health Center (#4 overall)

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Best for root canal in East Los Angeles

4

Community Health Center

Highest-ranked of 14 East Los Angeles clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #4 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Prakash Joshi, DDS (#5 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in East Los Angeles

4

Community Health Center

Highest-ranked of 14 East Los Angeles clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #4 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Prakash Joshi, DDS (#5 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in East Los Angeles →

Best for dentures & seniors in East Los Angeles

4

Community Health Center

Highest-ranked of 14 East Los Angeles clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #4 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Prakash Joshi, DDS (#5 overall)

Dentures in East Los Angeles →

Best for budget & insurance in East Los Angeles

No East Los Angeles clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in East Los Angeles?

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

How much does a dentist cost in East Los Angeles?
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 East Los Angeles

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 East Los Angeles dentists

We scored 21 East Los Angeles 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 East Los Angeles 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 East Los Angeles: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in East Los Angeles?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in East Los Angeles, CA is Western Dental & Orthodontics Kids (DR Score 73/100). It has a 4.8★ rating from 575 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 4:30 PM. United Family Dental Center (#2) and Dentist (#3) follow. We ranked 21 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in East Los Angeles are open on Saturday?

13 of 21 East Los Angeles dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Western Dental & Orthodontics Kids (until 4:30 PM), United Family Dental Center (until 12 AM) and Dr. Namian Family Dentistry (until 4 PM). 1 is 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 East Los Angeles?

1 East Los Angeles clinic lists emergency or same-day dental care. The highest-ranked is United Family Dental Center (#2). 5 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 East Los Angeles?

A dental cleaning in East Los Angeles 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 East Los Angeles?

Western Dental & Orthodontics Kids is the highest-ranked East Los Angeles clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #1 of 21 by DR Score. It is open Saturdays until 4:30 PM. 2 East Los Angeles clinics have a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in East Los Angeles?

DentistsRanked lists 21 dental clinics in East Los Angeles, CA, and 21 are ranked by DR Score. 13 post Saturday hours and 5 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 19 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for East Los Angeles

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 21 clinics.

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