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Best Dentists in Foster City, CA (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Foster City: Dr. April Chun, DDS, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

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24 Foster City clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 is open Saturdays and 1 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 Foster City at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Foster City at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreBest for
1Dr. April Chun, DDS73Overall, Implants
2Ghafourpour Jamshid DDS67—
3IDEA Interdisciplinary Dental Education Academy67—
4Kwok Kanson Lau, DDS67—
5Metro Center Dental Office67—
6Michael Chung67—
7Michelle Dean67—
8Novinsky Laurie DDS67—
9Richard Kinsel67—
10Shahrzad Dehdari67—

The 24 best dentists in Foster City, ranked

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

  1. #11 Quon Stephen A DDS

    951 Edgewater Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 8 PM.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #12 Beach Park Family Dental Practice

    1289 E Hillsdale Blvd STE 7, Foster City, CA 94404

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 3:30 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–3:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Beach Park Family Dental Practice has been serving the community for over 30 years by three generations of reputable dentists. Our goal is to deliver the best service possible in a warm and caring environment. We encourage any questions and comments you may have about how we may help you with your dental care.

    From Beach Park Family Dental Practice's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #13 Foster City Medical Center - Primary Care Urgent Care & Allergy

    1241 E Hillsdale Blvd #270, Foster City, CA 94404

    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

  4. #15 Bay Star Dental - Foster City

    1098 Foster City Blvd Suite 103, Foster City, CA 94404

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 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–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dr. Xuyu Zhang at Bay Star Dental recently opened a new location in Foster City, CA dedicated to providing the best oral care. We specialize in treating the entire family including General dentistry, Cosmetic dental care, teeth whitening services, Orthodontics, Gum disease treatment, among many other care solutions. If you are looking for a dentist in Foster City, contact Bay Star Dental. We'll give you a reason to smile!

    From Bay Star Dental - Foster City's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #17 Linda H. Lee, DMD, MD

    1261 E Hillsdale Blvd #1, Foster City, CA 94404

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 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 closed · Wed–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dr. Lee attended Wellesley College in Boston to complete her undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences. She earned her DMD from the Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine before attending the University of California, San Francisco for medical school. She also completed her residency as a Fellow in Head and Neck Oncology at UCSF.

    From Linda H. Lee, DMD, MD's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #18 Stephen R. Henry, DDS

    1098 Foster Blvd #101, Foster City, CA 94404, United States

    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–Thu 8:10 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to the dental practice of Dr. Stephen Henry DDS! Our team is proud to offer comprehensive dentistry to both you and your family. We are committed to providing excellent dental care, and we look forward to helping you reach your oral health goals! At our practice, we focus on you, and we have made your health and happiness our top priority for more than 31 years.

    From Stephen R. Henry, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #19 Jing-Jing Qian DDS INC.

    1289 E Hillsdale Blvd STE 3, Foster City, CA 94404, United States

    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 10 AM–3 PM · Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed 10 AM–3 PM · Thu–Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #20 Martin Phandl DMD

    1291 E Hillsdale Blvd STE 110, Foster City, CA 94404, United States

    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 7 AM–3:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Martin Phandl DMD. Martin Phandl, DMD, practices a full scope of general and cosmetic dentistry with expertise ranging from porcelain veneers to dental implants, crowns and bridges. Dr. Phandl, seeks to provide the highest level of care in all aspects of general, cosmetic, and family dentistry and can literally redesign your smile. Call us today to schedule your appointment.

    From Martin Phandl DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  9. #21 Lee Jonathon DDS

    1291 E Hillsdale Blvd #100, Foster City, CA 94404, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Best dentists in Foster City by need

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Best for emergency in Foster City

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

Best for kids in Foster City

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

Best for implants in Foster City

1

Dr. April Chun, DDS

Highest-ranked of 24 Foster City clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Ghafourpour Jamshid DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Foster City

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Dr. April Chun, DDS

Highest-ranked of 22 Foster City clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Ghafourpour Jamshid DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in Foster City

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Dr. April Chun, DDS

Highest-ranked of 22 Foster City clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Ghafourpour Jamshid DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Foster City

1

Dr. April Chun, DDS

Highest-ranked of 24 Foster City clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Ghafourpour Jamshid DDS (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Foster City →

Best for dentures & seniors in Foster City

1

Dr. April Chun, DDS

Highest-ranked of 22 Foster City clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Ghafourpour Jamshid DDS (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Foster City

No Foster City clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in Foster City?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Foster City?
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 Foster City

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 Foster City dentists

We scored 24 Foster City 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 Foster City 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 Foster City: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Foster City?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Foster City, CA is Dr. April Chun, DDS (DR Score 73/100). Ghafourpour Jamshid DDS (#2) and IDEA Interdisciplinary Dental Education Academy (#3) follow. We ranked 24 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Foster City are open on Saturday?

1 of 24 Foster City dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Beach Park Family Dental Practice (until 3:30 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.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Foster City?

No Foster City clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by Quon Stephen A DDS (#11). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Foster City?

A dental cleaning in Foster City 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 Foster City?

DentistsRanked lists 24 dental clinics in Foster City, CA, and 24 are ranked by DR Score. 1 post Saturday hours and 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 24 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Foster City

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 24 clinics.