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Best Dentists in Northridge, CA (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Northridge: Northridge Dental Office and Orthodontics, DR Score 47/100, open Saturdays until 1 PM and 17 of 17 services.

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3 Northridge clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 1 is open Saturdays, based on posted hours. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 3 dentists in Northridge at a glance

Top 3 dentists in Northridge at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekendsBest for
1Northridge Dental Office and Orthodontics47SatOverall, Implants
2Mid-Valley Dental Care40——
3Northridge Dental Clinic37——

The 3 best dentists in Northridge, ranked

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

Scores below: based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. Ranked #1 in Northridge

    #1 Northridge Dental Office and Orthodontics

    18519 Devonshire St, Northridge, CA 91324, United States

    47/100

    Ranked #1 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open Saturdays until 1 PM.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to Northridge Dental Office and Orthodontics! With state-of-the-art infection control procedures in place, our #1 goal is to keep you and your family safe. We provide comprehensive specialty services with advanced, proven technology and offer customized financial solutions for you. We are proud to be your complete Northridge dental provider with services including Teledentistry, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening,…

    From Northridge Dental Office and Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #2 Mid-Valley Dental Care

    19331 Business Center Drive, Suite 101

    40/100

    Ranked #2 because of services and profile completeness: 17 of 17 services offered, a profile listing 1 language.

    • Speaks English
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 7:30 AM–6 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Looking for a reliable Dentist in Northridge, CA? Dr. Terence Lau, Dr. Kayla Lau, and Dr. Casey Lau are experts in Invisalign, implants, general dentistry, botox and fillers, and cosmetic dentistry. Conveniently located in Northridge, our practice is dedicated to providing top-notch dental care to patients of all ages. Whether you need a routine check-up or a complete smile makeover, our skilled team is here to help. Take the first step towards a healthier, more confident…

    From Mid-Valley Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #3 Northridge Dental Clinic

    18450 Dearborn St, Northridge, CA 91325

    37/100

    Ranked #3 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    A State of the art dental clinic. We offer comprehensive dental care including Implants, Veneers, Root Canals, Extractions and Invisalign. We are conveniently located within walking distance of CSUN (California State university Northridge) Contact us to schedule your appointment. / Northridge Dental Clinic

    From Northridge Dental Clinic's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Best dentists in Northridge by need

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

Best for emergency in Northridge

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

Best for kids in Northridge

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

Best for implants in Northridge

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Northridge Dental Office and Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 3 Northridge clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Mid-Valley Dental Care (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Northridge

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Northridge Dental Office and Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 3 Northridge clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Mid-Valley Dental Care (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in Northridge

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Northridge Dental Office and Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 3 Northridge clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Mid-Valley Dental Care (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Northridge

1

Northridge Dental Office and Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 3 Northridge clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Mid-Valley Dental Care (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Northridge →

Best for dentures & seniors in Northridge

1

Northridge Dental Office and Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 3 Northridge clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Mid-Valley Dental Care (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Northridge

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

How much does a dentist cost in Northridge?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Northridge?
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 Northridge

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 Northridge dentists

We scored 3 Northridge 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 Northridge 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 Northridge: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Northridge?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Northridge, CA is Northridge Dental Office and Orthodontics (DR Score 47/100). It is open Saturdays until 1 PM. Mid-Valley Dental Care (#2) and Northridge Dental Clinic (#3) follow. We ranked 3 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Northridge are open on Saturday?

1 of 3 Northridge dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Northridge Dental Office and Orthodontics (until 1 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.

How much is a dental cleaning in Northridge?

A dental cleaning in Northridge 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 Northridge?

DentistsRanked lists 3 dental clinics in Northridge, CA, and 3 are ranked by DR Score. 1 post Saturday hours. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 3 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Northridge

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 3 clinics.