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Best Dentists in Lake Elsinore, CA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Lake Elsinore: Elementary Smiles, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 23

    Best for evenings and weekends: Dr. Steven Lynn, open evenings until 6:30 PM and Saturdays until 12 PM; ranked #23 of 46.

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46 Lake Elsinore clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 5 are 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 Lake Elsinore at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Lake Elsinore at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreBest for
1Elementary Smiles73Overall, Implants
2Lakeview Dental73—
3Akkari Fadi DDS67—
4Bear creek dental67—
5Central Dentistry67—
6Clabrook Tonya67—
7Dr. Brady Nielsen67—
8Dr. Julian Wade67—
9Dr. Kiran Shah67—
10Dr. Rocio Deza67—

The 46 best dentists in Lake Elsinore, ranked

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

  1. #19 Dr. Steven Lynn

    18285 Collier Ave Ste B, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 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–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    If you're looking for a dentist near me that is a Smile Generation Trusted dentist Dr. Steven Lynn in Lake Elsinore, CA can ease your dental concerns. Stop by Oak Grove Dental Group to get anything from a dental cleaning, cosmetic dentistry, to a root canal, or a dental emergency.

    From Dr. Steven Lynn's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #20 Elsinore Friendly Smiles

    2503 E Lakeshore Dr STE E, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 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–Thu 9 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Our General Dental Office in Lake Elsinore is dedicated to taking care of your family's dental needs. We are devoted to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of your smile using conservative, state of the art dental procedures that will result in beautiful, long lasting smiles. We make dental care affordable for EVERYONE. So don't delay, make an appointment TODAY!

    From Elsinore Friendly Smiles's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #21 Western Dental & Orthodontics

    31960 Mission Trail, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 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

    We make high quality dental care convenient and affordable at our Western Dental office located near you. Our friendly and experienced dental professionals provide a wide range of family dental services including orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry and emergency dental care. Our general dentists, specialists and hygienists are all under one roof. Which means that treatment for implants, braces, or periodontal care can take place in the same office. Here, we gladly treat…

    From Western Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #22 Dr Deza's Dental Office

    31571 Canyon Estates Dr # 201, Lake Elsinore, CA 92532

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 3 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #23 Dr. Steven Lynn

    29273 Central Ave Ste A, Lake Elsinore, CA 92532, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 because of access and services: open evenings until 6:30 PM and Saturdays until 12 PM, 7 of 17 services offered.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryEmergency careImplantsCrownsBondingCosmeticFull restoration

    In their words

    If you're looking for a dentist near me that is a Smile Generation Trusted dentist Dr. Steven Lynn in Lake Elsinore, CA can ease your dental concerns. Stop by Marketplace Dental Group and Orthodontics to get anything from a dental cleaning, cosmetic dentistry, to a root canal, or a dental emergency.

    From Dr. Steven Lynn's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #24 Dr. Derek B. Hauser, DDS

    31571 Canyon Estates Dr #117, Lake Elsinore, CA 92532

    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–Tue 7 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–6 PM · Fri 7 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dr. Derek Hauser, DDS, and Dr. Mark Phillipe, DDS, brings over 40 years of experience as Lake Elsinore family dentist to Southern California. Established in 1993, their smile transformations using CEREC milling machines on-site has changed thousands of lives through the latest cosmetic dentistry. Voted the best dentist by their patients for years with hundreds of reviews, they are proud to announce no numbing and virtually pain-free fillings and gum disease treatment with…

    From Dr. Derek B. Hauser, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #25 Cool Smiles Orthodontics

    31577 Canyon Estates Dr #215, Lake Elsinore, CA 92532

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Cool Smiles Orthodontics where our passion is creating beautiful and confident smiles. Your smile is one of the first things people notice and with a friendly, helpful, and caring staff, we at Cool Smiles Orthodontics make certain that you receive the best orthodontic care. We are the premier choice provider to many dentists and their families. Dr. Simjee and his Associates strive for perfection by customizing individual treatment plans for each and every patient.

    From Cool Smiles Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Best dentists in Lake Elsinore by need

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Best for emergency in Lake Elsinore

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

Best for kids in Lake Elsinore

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

Best for implants in Lake Elsinore

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Elementary Smiles

Highest-ranked of 46 Lake Elsinore clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Lakeview Dental (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Lake Elsinore

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Elementary Smiles

Highest-ranked of 37 Lake Elsinore clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Lakeview Dental (#2 overall)

Invisalign in Lake Elsinore →

Best for root canal in Lake Elsinore

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Elementary Smiles

Highest-ranked of 37 Lake Elsinore clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Lakeview Dental (#2 overall)

Root Canal in Lake Elsinore →

Best for cosmetic in Lake Elsinore

1

Elementary Smiles

Highest-ranked of 46 Lake Elsinore clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Lakeview Dental (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Lake Elsinore →

Best for dentures & seniors in Lake Elsinore

1

Elementary Smiles

Highest-ranked of 37 Lake Elsinore clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Lakeview Dental (#2 overall)

Dentures in Lake Elsinore →

Best for budget & insurance in Lake Elsinore

No Lake Elsinore clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in Lake Elsinore?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Lake Elsinore?
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 Lake Elsinore

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 Lake Elsinore dentists

We scored 46 Lake Elsinore clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 7 were excluded (7 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 Lake Elsinore 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 Lake Elsinore: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Lake Elsinore?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Lake Elsinore, CA is Elementary Smiles (DR Score 73/100). Lakeview Dental (#2) and Akkari Fadi DDS (#3) follow. We ranked 46 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Lake Elsinore are open on Saturday?

5 of 46 Lake Elsinore dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Dr. Steven Lynn (until 12 PM), Elsinore Friendly Smiles (until 2 PM) and Western Dental & Orthodontics (until 4:30 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 Lake Elsinore?

No Lake Elsinore clinic lists emergency care, but 1 is open after 6 PM, led by Dr. Steven Lynn (#23). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Lake Elsinore?

A dental cleaning in Lake Elsinore 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 Lake Elsinore?

DentistsRanked lists 46 dental clinics in Lake Elsinore, CA, and 46 are ranked by DR Score. 5 post Saturday hours and 1 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 46 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Lake Elsinore

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 46 clinics.
  2. : 7 duplicate listings merged.

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