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Best Dentists in Lakewood, CA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Lakewood: E- Smile dentistry, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 6

    Best for kids and families: Dentist of Lakewood, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #6 of 54.

  3. 6

    Best for evenings and weekends: Dentist of Lakewood, open evenings until 6:30 PM and Saturdays until 3 PM; ranked #6 of 54.

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54 Lakewood clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 11 are open Saturdays, 1 on Sundays and 10 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 10 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Lakewood at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Lakewood at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1E- Smile dentistry73——Overall, Implants
2Goren David DDS & Associates73———
3James B. Lee, D.D.S.73———
4Lakewood Dental Arts73———
5Top Emergency Dentist73———
6Dentist of Lakewood675.0★ (20)Evenings · SatKids, Evenings & weekends
7Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics67———
8Dr. Bina C. Sujan, DDS67———
9Dr. Connie A. Robinson-Harper, DDS67———
10Dr. Jessica Leong67———

The 54 best dentists in Lakewood, ranked

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

  1. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Lakewood Dental Arts is your one-stop-shop for all of your dental needs including general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, endodontics, periodontics, oral surgery and orthodontics in Lakewood, CA. For over 25 years, our doctors have put patients first and provided quality dental and orthodontic care for thousands of patients and families. We offer comprehensive dental care, ranging from oral surgery and endodontics to dental implant surgery, periodontics, orthodontics,…

    From Lakewood Dental Arts's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #5 Top Emergency Dentist

    11421 E Carson St, Lakewood, CA 90715

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Thank you for considering Top Emergency Dentist as your local dental provider. Our staff offers services like emergency dental care, family dentistry, and even emergency denture repair. Our dental professionals also offer fantastic general dentistry services as well! At this time, we are incapable of taking walk-in patients, so please call an appointment now. Our phone lines are manned 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays! If you need a dentist and…

    From Top Emergency Dentist's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. 67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Book an appointment with the friendly Bellflower staff for dental services including teeth cleaning, dental check-ups, teeth whitening, braces, root canals and dental crowns. With prices and plans to fit every budget, Bright Now Dental's staff cannot wait to help patients smile brighter. In addition to readily available orthodontists and pediatric dentists, Bright Now Dental is proud to offer emergency service treatment for the occasional toothache or broken tooth.

    From Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #21 iSmile Dental Care

    128 Lakewood Blvd, Lakewood, CA 90712, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 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–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    On August 8, 2010 I opened iSmile Dental Care in Lakewood. It was a very proud moment for me! Since that time, I have been privileged to serve this wonderful community. I am a big believer in minimally invasive dentistry and I strive to bring the very best dental care to my patients. This includes using state of the art technology and continually developing my skills and knowledge. I regularly attend dental seminars and workshops around the country to make sure I know what…

    From iSmile Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #22 Nguyen Dental

    4943 Paramount Blvd, Lakewood, CA 90712

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM and Saturdays until 2 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 11 AM–7 PM · Tue closed · Wed–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #23 Mac Dental Of Lakewood

    5249 Paramount Blvd, Lakewood, CA 90712

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 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 closed · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Established in 2015. Mac Dental Of Lakewood is a family-oriented practice that uses the latest technology and techniques to maximize patient convenience, comfort and satisfaction. Mac Dental specializes in making their patients feel comfortable and pain free. Our office is fluent in Korean, English, and Spanish. We also provide parking lot for our patients. Mac Dental Of Van Nuys takes major credit cards, checks and Care credit. Lending Club Lending Club/Care credit is a no…

    From Mac Dental Of Lakewood's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Best dentists in Lakewood by need

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Best for emergency in Lakewood

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

Best for kids in Lakewood

6

Dentist of Lakewood

Highest-ranked of 3 Lakewood clinics offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #6 overall by DR Score and open evenings until 6:30 PM and Saturdays until 3 PM.

Runner-up: Honey Bee Pediatric Dentistry (#17 overall)

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Best for implants in Lakewood

1

E- Smile dentistry

Highest-ranked of 42 Lakewood clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Goren David DDS & Associates (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Lakewood

16

Brodsky Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 45 Lakewood clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #1 for invisalign and #16 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dentist of Lakewood (#6 overall)

Invisalign in Lakewood →

Best for root canal in Lakewood

1

E- Smile dentistry

Highest-ranked of 40 Lakewood clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Goren David DDS & Associates (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Lakewood

1

E- Smile dentistry

Highest-ranked of 42 Lakewood clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Goren David DDS & Associates (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Lakewood →

Best for dentures & seniors in Lakewood

1

E- Smile dentistry

Highest-ranked of 40 Lakewood clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Goren David DDS & Associates (#2 overall)

Dentures in Lakewood →

Best for budget & insurance in Lakewood

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

How much does a dentist cost in Lakewood?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Lakewood?
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 Lakewood

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 Lakewood dentists

We scored 54 Lakewood 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 Lakewood 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 Lakewood: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Lakewood?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Lakewood, CA is E- Smile dentistry (DR Score 73/100). Goren David DDS & Associates (#2) and James B. Lee, D.D.S. (#3) follow. We ranked 54 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Lakewood are open on Saturday?

11 of 54 Lakewood dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Dentist of Lakewood (until 3 PM), Doulaverakis Marie DDS MA - Orthodontist (until 3 PM) and iSmile Dental Care (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 Lakewood?

No Lakewood clinic lists emergency care, but 10 are open after 6 PM, led by Dentist of Lakewood (#6) and iSmile Dental Care (#21). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Lakewood?

A dental cleaning in Lakewood 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 Lakewood?

Dentist of Lakewood is the highest-ranked Lakewood clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #6 of 54 by DR Score. It is open evenings until 6:30 PM and Saturdays until 3 PM. 3 Lakewood clinics have a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in Lakewood?

DentistsRanked lists 54 dental clinics in Lakewood, CA, and 54 are ranked by DR Score. 11 post Saturday hours and 10 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 49 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Lakewood

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 54 clinics.