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Best Dentists in Laguna Woods, CA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Laguna Woods: Aleksey Stugarev DDS, 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews, open 5 days a week and 2 of 17 services.

  2. 10

    Best for evenings and weekends: Dr. Christine H. Chung, DDS, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 3 PM; ranked #10 of 15.

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15 Laguna Woods clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 2 are open Saturdays and 1 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 6 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Laguna Woods at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Laguna Woods at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1Aleksey Stugarev DDS695.0★ (24)—Overall
2American College-Prsthdntsts67——Implants, Root canal
3Dr. Mehran R. Mahmoudian, DDS67———
4G. W. Bickert, DMD, Inc67———
5Laguna Hills Dental Plaza67———
6Michael P. Sedigh, D.D.S.655.0★ (47)——
7Yuliya Filipenka DDS605.0★ (14)SatInvisalign & braces
8Veterans Administration Clinic585.0★ (1)——
9Bruce M. Glover, DDS, Inc574.5★ (8)——
10Dr. Christine H. Chung, DDS57—Evenings · SatEvenings & weekends

The 15 best dentists in Laguna Woods, ranked

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

  10. #10 Dr. Christine H. Chung, DDS

    24310 Moulton Pkwy # C1, Laguna Woods, CA 92637

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 3 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Christine H. Chung, DDSFull profile(949) 859-3988

  12. #12 Gentle Dental Laguna Woods

    24102 El Toro Rd # A, Laguna Woods, CA 92637

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Gentle Dental Laguna WoodsFull profile(949) 528-6331
    In their words

    If you need a dentist who can care for your entire family, then you'll find one at the Gentle Dental office in Laguna Woods. Our mission is to provide each and every person who walks through our doors with personalized, gentle care that helps ensure a healthy mouth and a great-looking smile. We make that possible through a highly trained dental staff and a friendly, helpful support staff.

    From Gentle Dental Laguna Woods's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  14. #14 James M Kahal , DDS , Inc.

    25261 Paseo De Valencia # 1, Laguna Woods, CA 92637

    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 7:30 AM–3:30 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–3:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at James M Kahal , DDS , Inc.Full profile(949) 830-0340

  15. #15 Ken Garcia Dentistry

    24953 Paseo De Valencia Unit 13C, Laguna Woods, CA 92637, United States

    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–Tue 8 AM–1 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Ken Garcia DentistryFull profile(949) 715-1444

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Best dentists in Laguna Woods by need

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

Best for emergency in Laguna Woods

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

Best for kids in Laguna Woods

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

Best for implants in Laguna Woods

2

American College-Prsthdntsts

Highest-ranked of 10 Laguna Woods clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Mehran R. Mahmoudian, DDS (#3 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Laguna Woods

7

Yuliya Filipenka DDS

Highest-ranked of 10 Laguna Woods clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #1 for invisalign and #7 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: American College-Prsthdntsts (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in Laguna Woods

2

American College-Prsthdntsts

Highest-ranked of 9 Laguna Woods clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Mehran R. Mahmoudian, DDS (#3 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Laguna Woods

2

American College-Prsthdntsts

Highest-ranked of 9 Laguna Woods clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Mehran R. Mahmoudian, DDS (#3 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Laguna Woods

2

American College-Prsthdntsts

Highest-ranked of 9 Laguna Woods clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #2 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Mehran R. Mahmoudian, DDS (#3 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Laguna Woods

No Laguna Woods clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in Laguna Woods?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Laguna Woods?
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 Laguna Woods

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 Laguna Woods dentists

We scored 15 Laguna Woods clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 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 Laguna Woods 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 Laguna Woods: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Laguna Woods?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Laguna Woods, CA is Aleksey Stugarev DDS (DR Score 69/100). It has a 5.0★ rating from 24 Google reviews. It is open 5 days a week. American College-Prsthdntsts (#2) and Dr. Mehran R. Mahmoudian, DDS (#3) follow. We ranked 15 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Laguna Woods are open on Saturday?

2 of 15 Laguna Woods dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Yuliya Filipenka DDS (until 1 PM) and Dr. Christine H. Chung, DDS (until 3 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 Laguna Woods?

No Laguna Woods clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by Dr. Christine H. Chung, DDS (#10). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Laguna Woods?

A dental cleaning in Laguna Woods 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 Laguna Woods?

DentistsRanked lists 15 dental clinics in Laguna Woods, CA, and 15 are ranked by DR Score. 2 post Saturday hours and 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 13 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Laguna Woods

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 15 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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