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Best Dentists in Oceanside, CA (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall in Oceanside: Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, DR Score 77/100, open 7 days until 12 AM and 17 of 17 services.

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    Best for same-day emergencies: Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, emergency care, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #1 of 78.

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    Best for evenings and weekends: Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, open 7 days until 12 AM; ranked #1 of 78.

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78 Oceanside clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 16 are open Saturdays, 2 on Sundays and 4 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 1 list emergency care. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 10 dentists in Oceanside at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Oceanside at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekendsBest for
1Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton77Evenings · Sat · SunOverall, Emergencies
2Best Mexican Dentists73——
3Blanco Smile Dentistry73——
4Dr. Philip C. Roberts, DDS73——
5Fallbrook Dental Care, Robin Lambert Mells DDS73——
6Fallbrook Family Health Center73——
7Fallbrook Micro Endodontics73——
8Gernot H. Winkler DDS73——
9James M. Moran, DDS73——
10Randy Carlson DMD and Alexander Stanton DDS73——

The 78 best dentists in Oceanside, ranked

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

  1. Ranked #1 in Oceanside

    #1 Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton

    200 Mercy Cir, Oceanside, CA 92055

    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 Naval Hospital Camp PendletonFull profile(760) 725-1288

  5. #5 Fallbrook Dental Care, Robin Lambert Mells DDS

    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

    Book appointment at Fallbrook Dental Care, Robin Lambert Mells DDSFull profile
    In their words

    Dr. Robin Mells received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, graduating with the highest honors. She was trained in a hospital-based General Practice Residency at the VA Palo Alto Healthcare System and Stanford Hospitals following dental school. After residency she owned a private practice in San Jose, California before moving to Fallbrook.

    From Fallbrook Dental Care, Robin Lambert Mells DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  8. #8 Gernot H. Winkler DDS

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 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

    Book appointment at Gernot H. Winkler DDSFull profile
    In their words

    Dr. Gernot Winkler is one of the few dentists in Fallbrook, Bonsall, Temecula and all North County San Diego area who has brought the latest in dental technology to his patients. Member of the Academy of Computerized Dentistry of North America California Dental Association-American Dental Association-San Diego County Dental Society Practice Areas: Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry’ General Dentistry, Crowns, Implants, Teeth Whitening, Periodontics, Sedation…

    From Gernot H. Winkler DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  9. #9 James M. Moran, DDS

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 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

    Book appointment at James M. Moran, DDSFull profile
    In their words

    Dr. James Moran gladly welcomes patients from neighboring communities such as Bonsall, Oceanside, Temecula, and Vista. James M. Moran DDS in Fallbrook, California is dedicated to repairing and improving the natural beauty of your smile via the use of conservative, modern procedures that produce attractive, long-lasting smiles! There are a wide range of preventative, restorative, cosmetic treatments offered here.

    From James M. Moran, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  10. #10 Randy Carlson DMD and Alexander Stanton DDS

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 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

    Book appointment at Randy Carlson DMD and Alexander Stanton DDSFull profile
    In their words

    Randy Carlson, DMD and Alexander Stanton, DDS, practice a full scope of general and cosmetic dentistry with expertise ranging from porcelain veneers, dental implants, crowns and bridges. Drs. Carlson and Stanton, seek to provide the highest level of care in all aspects of general, cosmetic, and family dentistry and can literally redesign your smile.

    From Randy Carlson DMD and Alexander Stanton DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 78 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #78, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Vista Community Clinic-Mission Pediatric & Family Dentistry67
27Surf Smiles Family Dentistry (Drs. Warner, Warner, and Hoeg)57Evenings · Sat
2813 Area Dental Clinic53Sat · Sun
29North Coast Dental Excellence47Sat
30Dental Care of Oceanside - Jaesung Kim, DDS, Oceanside Dentist47Sat
31Del Oro Smiles Dentistry47Sat
32College Dental Group and Orthodontics47Sat
33Oceanside Family Dentistry47Sat
34Grace Dental47Sat
35Coast Dental47Sat
36Mira Costa Dental Group47Sat
37Galdiano Dentistry47Sat
38Western Dental & Orthodontics43Sat
39The Super Dentists43Sat
40Rancho Dental Practice43Sat
41The Proper 3243Evenings
42Rancho Dental Practice: Arranz Elvira L DDS43Evenings
43We Care Dental37
44Daniel Vasquez DDS & Associates37
45Diamond Dental Studio: Kam Jebreil, DMD37
46Dr. Benjamin J. Mcevoy, DDS37
47Pendleton Family Dental - Mainside37
48Pier View Dental: Lorenia Vaughn DDS37
49Quarry Creek Dental Group37
50TrueCare Oceanside Dental37
51South Oceanside Dental Group37
52Oceanside Dental37
53Oceanside Smiles37
54Michael McMahan DDS37
55Mission Family Dentistry: Sean Odenwalder DMD37
56Dr. Peggy's North County Dental Group & Surgical Center37
57Emerald Dental Practice37
58Ocean Ranch Dentistry - Oceanside, CA37
59Ocean View Family Dentistry37
60Oceanview Dental37
61Calavera Hills Dental37
62Ocean Heart Dentistry - Kj Kim Dental Corp37
63Real Mission Family Dentistry37
64Buena Vista Pediatric Dentistry37
65North County Dental Center37
66California Coast Dental Arts: Dr. Jack Chan, DDS37
67Dr. Christopher M. Herman, DDS37
68Oceanside Family Dental Care37
69Oceanside Dental Excellence37
701st Dental Battalion HQ; Camp Pendleton33
71Curtis E. McRae, DDS33
7221 Area Branch Health Clinic33
73Hori-Buyama Pediatric Dental33
74Ortiz Dental33
75Dr. Randall W. Smith, DDS33
76Dr. Ali Shahrokh28
77California Smiles!27Sat
78Oceanside MediCal Dentist | Mission Dental Care17

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Best dentists in Oceanside by need

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Best for emergency in Oceanside

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Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton

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

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Best for kids in Oceanside

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

Best for implants in Oceanside

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Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton

Highest-ranked of 78 Oceanside clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Best Mexican Dentists (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Oceanside

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Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton

Highest-ranked of 75 Oceanside clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Best Mexican Dentists (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in Oceanside

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Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton

Highest-ranked of 75 Oceanside clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Best Mexican Dentists (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Oceanside

1

Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton

Highest-ranked of 78 Oceanside clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Best Mexican Dentists (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Oceanside →

Best for dentures & seniors in Oceanside

1

Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton

Highest-ranked of 75 Oceanside clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Best Mexican Dentists (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Oceanside

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

How much does a dentist cost in Oceanside?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Oceanside?
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 Oceanside

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 Oceanside dentists

We scored 78 Oceanside clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 8 were excluded (8 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 Oceanside 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 Oceanside: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Oceanside?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Oceanside, CA is Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton (DR Score 77/100). It is open 7 days until 12 AM. Best Mexican Dentists (#2) and Blanco Smile Dentistry (#3) follow. We ranked 78 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Oceanside are open on Saturday?

16 of 78 Oceanside dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton (until 12 AM), Surf Smiles Family Dentistry (Drs. Warner, Warner, and Hoeg) (until 2 PM) and 13 Area Dental Clinic (until 11:45 AM). 2 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 Oceanside?

1 Oceanside clinic lists emergency or same-day dental care. The highest-ranked is Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton (#1). 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 Oceanside?

A dental cleaning in Oceanside 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 Oceanside?

DentistsRanked lists 78 dental clinics in Oceanside, CA, and 78 are ranked by DR Score. 16 post Saturday hours and 4 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 78 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Oceanside

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 78 clinics.
  2. : 8 duplicate listings merged.

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