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Best Dentists in Goleta, CA (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Goleta: Emergency and After Hours Dental Care, DR Score 77/100, open 7 days until 12 AM and 17 of 17 services.

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    Best for same-day emergencies: Emergency and After Hours Dental Care, emergency care, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #1 of 35.

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    Best for evenings and weekends: Emergency and After Hours Dental Care, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #1 of 35.

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35 Goleta clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 6 are open Saturdays, 3 on Sundays and 4 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 2 list emergency care. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 10 dentists in Goleta at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Goleta at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekendsBest for
1Emergency and After Hours Dental Care77Evenings · Sat · SunOverall, Emergencies
2Kim Henry H77Evenings · Sat · Sun—
3Dr. Brian Martin73——
4Emergency Dental Care67Evenings · Sat · Sun—
5Chapman Dental Lab67——
6Coastside Dental Repair67——
7Dr. Anne Sheng67——
8Dr. Calvin S. Kim, DMD67——
9Dr. Juliana Cheng67——
10Medcenter Inc: Kim Sonia Y DDS67——

The 35 best dentists in Goleta, ranked

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

  1. Ranked #1 in Goleta

    #1 Emergency and After Hours Dental Care

    Behind Sansum Clinic in Building, 122 South Patterson Avenue #A-115, A, Goleta, CA 93111

    77/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 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

    Book appointment at Emergency and After Hours Dental CareFull profile(805) 963-2329

  2. #2 Kim Henry H

    6134 Calle Real Ste A, Goleta, CA 93117

    77/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 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 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–3 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Kim Henry HFull profile(805) 967-8300

  4. #4 Emergency Dental Care

    Lot 30, 6711 El Colegio Rd, Goleta, CA 93117, United States

    67/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 7 AM–9 PM · Sun 7:30 AM–5:30 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Emergency Dental CareFull profile(805) 467-0727

  16. #16 SBNC - Goleta Neighborhood Clinic

    5580 Calle Real, Goleta, CA 93111

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 12 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8:15 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 8:15 AM–6 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at SBNC - Goleta Neighborhood ClinicFull profile(805) 617-7878

  18. #18 SBNC: Isla Vista Neighborhood Clinic

    970 Embarcadero del Mar, Goleta, CA 93117, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 12 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:15 AM–6 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at SBNC: Isla Vista Neighborhood ClinicFull profile(805) 968-1511

  20. #20 Johnson Family Dental

    7050 Hollister Ave #101, Goleta, CA 93117, 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 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Johnson Family DentalFull profile(805) 695-3388
    In their words

    We know that choosing your next dental provider can be a challenge. Here at your local Goleta dental office, Johnson Family Dental team will take the stress out of scheduling your next dental appointment. The friendly and knowledgeable Johnson Family Dental staff provides the utmost in dental care. If you're looking for a dental cleaning, check-up, teeth whitening, braces, dental crowns, root canals, and more you've found the right place.

    From Johnson Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Cottage Concussion Clinic - Goleta

    5333 Hollister Ave, Goleta, CA 93111

    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–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Cottage Concussion Clinic - GoletaFull profile(805) 879-4240
    In their words

    The Cottage Concussion Clinic is a program that provides care for children and youth participating in contact sports. As our region's referral center and safety-net provider, Cottage Concussion Clinic provides specialty pediatric concussion management throughout the Tri-Counties. Led by Stephen Kaminski, MD, our clinic is also staffed by a nurse practitioner experienced in treating concussions.

    From Cottage Concussion Clinic - Goleta's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Jeffrey A. Stratford-Jones, DDS

    5370 Hollister Ave, Goleta, CA 93111

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Jeffrey A. Stratford-Jones, DDSFull profile(805) 967-0344
    In their words

    Whether it's time for your dental checkup and cleaning or you require a more-involved dental treatment procedure. When you visit our office, your smile is our top priority. You can rely on us to take care of all your dental needs here in one place. Call your Santa Barbara Dentist now!

    From Jeffrey A. Stratford-Jones, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Benjamin Laudig DDS

    7127 Hollister Ave #116, Goleta, CA 93117, United States

    37/10030% 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 8 AM–4 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Benjamin Laudig DDSFull profile(805) 968-1017

All 35 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #35, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Aloe Dental Wellness37
27Beck-Uhl, Lisa E. DDS37
28RMR Dental, Cosmetic Dentistry and TMJ Pain Relief37
29J Michael Thompson DDS37
30Goleta Neighborhood Dental Clinic33
31Goleta Coastal Dentistry33
32Lloyd Suzuki DDS33
33Dr. Sonia S. Kim, DMD28
34Rahjoo Hamid DDS28
35Santa Barbara Dental Hygienists’ Association28

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Best dentists in Goleta by need

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

Best for emergency in Goleta

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Emergency and After Hours Dental Care

Highest-ranked of 2 Goleta clinics offering emergency or same-day care: #1 for emergency care, #1 overall by DR Score and open 7 days until 12 AM.

Runner-up: Kim Henry H (#2 overall)

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Best for kids in Goleta

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

Best for implants in Goleta

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Emergency and After Hours Dental Care

Highest-ranked of 35 Goleta clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Kim Henry H (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Goleta

1

Emergency and After Hours Dental Care

Highest-ranked of 32 Goleta clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Kim Henry H (#2 overall)

Invisalign in Goleta →

Best for root canal in Goleta

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Emergency and After Hours Dental Care

Highest-ranked of 32 Goleta clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Kim Henry H (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Goleta

1

Emergency and After Hours Dental Care

Highest-ranked of 35 Goleta clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Kim Henry H (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Goleta →

Best for dentures & seniors in Goleta

1

Emergency and After Hours Dental Care

Highest-ranked of 32 Goleta clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Kim Henry H (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Goleta

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

How much does a dentist cost in Goleta?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Goleta?
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 Goleta

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 Goleta dentists

We scored 35 Goleta clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 11 were excluded (11 duplicate listings). 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 Goleta 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 Goleta: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Goleta?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Goleta, CA is Emergency and After Hours Dental Care (DR Score 77/100). It is open 7 days until 12 AM. Kim Henry H (#2) and Dr. Brian Martin (#3) follow. We ranked 35 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Goleta are open on Saturday?

6 of 35 Goleta dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Emergency and After Hours Dental Care (until 12 AM), Kim Henry H (until 12 AM) and Emergency Dental Care (until 9 PM). 3 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 Goleta?

2 Goleta clinics list emergency or same-day dental care. The highest-ranked are Emergency and After Hours Dental Care (#1) and Kim Henry H (#2). 4 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 Goleta?

A dental cleaning in Goleta 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 Goleta?

DentistsRanked lists 35 dental clinics in Goleta, CA, and 35 are ranked by DR Score. 6 post Saturday hours and 4 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 35 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Goleta

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 35 clinics.
  2. : 11 duplicate listings merged.

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