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Best Pediatric dentists in Los Angeles, CA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Top DR Score among pediatric dentists: Smile L.A. Downtown Modern Dentistry, 4.9★ from 881 Google reviews, open 4 days a week.

  2. 3

    Best for weekend appointments: West Hollywood Holistic & Cosmetic Dental Care, 4.9★ from 181 Google reviews, open evenings until 8 PM and Saturdays until 8 PM.

  3. 47

    Best for evenings: Centro Medico and Dental Familiar, 2.9★ from 28 Google reviews, open 7 days until 12 AM.

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79 of Los Angeles’s 904 clinics have a pediatric dentist on staff, as of October 2026. 36 of them open Saturdays and 12 stay open after 6pm. They offer 5 of our 17 tracked services on average.

Top 10 pediatric dentists in Los Angeles at a glance

Top 10 pediatric dentists in Los Angeles at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1Smile L.A. Downtown Modern Dentistry744.9★ (881)—Top DR Score among pediatric dentists
2Beverly Hills Orthodontics Century City744.9★ (382)——
3West Hollywood Holistic & Cosmetic Dental Care724.9★ (181)Evenings · SatBest for weekend appointments
4Purple Vine Dental724.8★ (91)Evenings · Sat—
5Union Dental Center Family & Emergency Dentistry704.9★ (912)Evenings · Sat—
6Amazon Children's Dental705.0★ (59)Evenings · Sat—
7Culver Marina Dental Group694.9★ (302)Evenings—
8Griffith Pediatric Dentistry695.0★ (141)Sat—
9Can-Am Dental684.5★ (388)Sat—
10Ocean Smiles Family Dentistry Montebello685.0★ (143)Evenings—

The 79 pediatric dentists in Los Angeles, ranked

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

  1. Ranked #1 in Los Angeles

    #1 Smile L.A. Downtown Modern Dentistry

    523 W 6th St #202, Los Angeles, CA 90014, United States

    74/100

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 881 Google reviews, 881 Google reviews.

    • 4.9from 881 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Smile L.A. Downtown Modern Dentistry is the leading Dentist in Los Angeles, CA & the surrounding areas. We proudly offer Cosmetic Dentistry, Implants, and Oral Surgery in Los Angeles, CA! We offer the following services: Dentist Los Angeles CA Cosmetic Dentist Los Angeles CA Oral Surgeon Los Angeles CA Dental Implants Los Angeles CA Emergency Dentist Los Angeles CA We proudly service the Los Angeles, CA area & pride ourselves on offering the best Dental services. Please…

    From Smile L.A. Downtown Modern Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #3 West Hollywood Holistic & Cosmetic Dental Care

    7865 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90046

    72/100

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and services: 4.9★ from 181 Google reviews, 17 of 17 services offered.

    • 4.9from 181 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    West Hollywood Holistic & Cosmetic Dental Care conveniently located in the heart of West Hollywood is an award winning dental office, Awarded by West Hollywood's mayor for being the best dental clinic. We offer full range of dental treatments such as root canal, dental implants, cosmetic and general dentistry. Financing options are always available. Holistic Dentistry is one of our main expertise. Many of our patients choose our dental office because we are a pioneer in…

    From West Hollywood Holistic & Cosmetic Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #5 Union Dental Center Family & Emergency Dentistry

    1517 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90017

    70/100

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 912 Google reviews, 912 Google reviews.

    • 4.9from 912 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryEmergency careRoot canalWisdom teethImplantsCrownsWhiteningBonding+2 more

    In their words

    Union Dental Center has been serving the LA community for over 40 years and provides a wide range of services, including root canals, crowns, fillings, bridges, implants, and cosmetic procedures. We accept most insurance providers and Denti-Cal and treat patients of all ages and backgrounds. Our staff treats patients that speak English, Spanish and Korean. Our dentists and management are graduates of top universities, including Harvard, USC, UCLA and Northwestern, amongst…

    From Union Dental Center Family & Emergency Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #7 Culver Marina Dental Group

    12756 Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066

    69/100

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 302 Google reviews, 302 Google reviews.

    • 4.9from 302 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to The Culver Marina Dental Group. As your dentist in Los Angeles, Dr. Pegah Ghassemi Bakhtiari offers dental care of all kinds, including Invisalign, crowns, veneers, root canals, teeth whitening, dental implants, treatment for gum disease, and treatment for TMJ disorder. By combining state-of-the-art technology with the most effective and proven methods of treatment, our experienced professional team will help you to maintain a healthy and beautiful smile! We treat…

    From Culver Marina Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #10 Ocean Smiles Family Dentistry Montebello

    5453 E Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90022

    68/100

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and services: 5.0★ from 143 Google reviews, 17 of 17 services offered.

    • 5.0from 143 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue–Wed 10:30 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Ocean Smiles Family Dentistry, a clinic where we aim to create beautiful smiles. Carrying on a proud 40 year old tradition of creating healthy smiles, Dr. Steven Chen is here to serve you and your family for the coming years. We are one of the renowned and reliable family dentists in Montebello and Los Angeles, California(CA). From the moment you walk through our doors, your oral health and issues will be our responsibility. Just visit our clinic and get a healthy…

    From Ocean Smiles Family Dentistry Montebello's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #12 Newport Dental & Orthodontics

    3635 1st St, Los Angeles, CA 90063

    67/100

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 358 Google reviews, 358 Google reviews.

    • 4.5from 358 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 7 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    The family and pediatric dentists of Newport Dental Los Angeles take pride in serving you and your family with dental care that is both exceptional and affordable. From a routine cleaning and check-up, to teeth whitening, braces, root canals, or dental crowns, the experienced and knowledgeable dental staff at Newport Dental Los Angeles are the best at providing dental care that lasts. With emergency dental services available, there is no toothache too big for the dentists to…

    From Newport Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #15 Samia Ali, DDS - Westchester Dental Office - Dentist in Los Angeles CA 90045

    8540 S Sepulveda Blvd #1000, Los Angeles, CA 90045, United States

    67/100

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 479 Google reviews, 479 Google reviews.

    • 4.9from 479 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Westchester Dental Office, we value expertise, innovation, and results. That’s why our staff is committed to serving each and every patient with respect, attentive care, and premier dental care. Our practice provides general dentistry procedures including the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of a multitude of conditions and diseases that can affect your teeth, gums, and oral health. The mouth is one of the most important parts of your body. The mouth is a gateway to…

    From Samia Ali, DDS - Westchester Dental Office - Dentist in Los Angeles CA 90045's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. #19 River Dentistry

    Westin Bonaventure Hotel, 404 S Figueroa St Suite 207, Los Angeles, CA 90071

    65/100

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and services: 4.8★ from 144 Google reviews, 17 of 17 services offered.

    • 4.8from 144 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    River Dentistry is the only full-service Downtown LA dentist office. We provide affordable painless emergency and complete dental care, including root canals and extractions, in-office and in one visit. Our goal is not only to improve the beauty of your smile, but your overall health and quality of life. We offer virtually painless fillings, veneers, crowns, bridges, root canals, extractions, dental cleanings, Zoom! whitening, and Invisalign clear braces. Our services are…

    From River Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 79 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #79, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Wilshire Center Dental Group634.6★ (726)
27Smiles LA624.6★ (48)
28Smile Buds Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics (Braces & Invisalign)625.0★ (479)
29Kidztopia Dental & Braces624.9★ (110)Sat
30Crystal Dental624.7★ (529)
31The Baby Teeth Studio624.9★ (181)Sat
32West Coast Dental of Gage623.8★ (1,130)Sat
33Oui Smile Pediatric Dentistry625.0★ (61)
34Silverlake Dental Group of Los Angeles614.7★ (209)
35Westwood Village Smiles615.0★ (121)
36Modern Age Dentistry: Alistair Saeghi, DDS605.0★ (162)Sat
37Vernon Family Dental, Los Angeles604.9★ (673)
38Overjoyed Pediatric Dentistry605.0★ (386)
39Shine Pediatric Dentistry - Mar Vista604.9★ (209)
40Seahorse Kids Dental605.0★ (592)
41Total Care Dental and Orthodontics | Los Angeles604.5★ (1,308)Sat
42Dr. Dan's Pediatric Dentistry595.0★ (405)
43Monterey Hills Dental594.7★ (240)
44LA Dental Day Spa Diana Zschaschel, DDS594.9★ (178)
45Western Dental & Orthodontics593.1★ (538)Sat
46Westchester Pediatric Dentistry584.9★ (278)
47Centro Medico and Dental Familiar582.9★ (28)Evenings · Sat · Sun
48Trident Cosmetic & Family Dentistry584.6★ (90)Sat
49Eagle Rock Dental Clinic584.8★ (253)
50Hollywood Dental Care585.0★ (97)
51Dr. Nik's Children's Dentistry584.9★ (370)
52Dream Smiles Dental Arts585.0★ (67)Sat
53Inspired Smiles574.8★ (75)
54Western Dental & Orthodontics573.6★ (496)Sat
55Pediatric Dental Center575.0★ (59)
56Dental Wellness Arts Holistic Dentist574.8★ (144)
57Dental Care of Brentwood565.0★ (72)
58Elegant Smile Dental564.8★ (80)Sat
59Smiles Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics564.9★ (124)
60Westwood Family Dental564.7★ (216)
61Dr. Robert B Tamaki, DDS565.0★ (28)Sat
62Smile :Dzine564.4★ (49)Evenings
63Magicland Children's Dentistry & Orthodontics554.1★ (62)Sat
64Mitch Levitt, DDS555.0★ (150)
65Tanbonliong Thomas DDS555.0★ (2)
66Bright Now! Dental – Los Angeles (Central LA)553.7★ (462)Evenings · Sat
67Shine Pediatric Dentistry - West LA555.0★ (9)Sat
68UCLA Faculty Group Dental Practice554.7★ (255)
69Museum Dental Center544.9★ (70)
70Afsoon Barkhordar D.D.S.544.6★ (59)
71Silva A Arejian, DDS544.2★ (60)Sat
72Dr. Eduard Gutgarts DDS534.6★ (10)Sat
73smile dental &implantcenter535.0★ (6)Sat
74Mid-Wilshire Dental Care524.3★ (150)
75Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Los Angeles, CA (Westchester)524.1★ (292)
76Children's Dental Specialist514.3★ (56)
77Western Dental Orthodontics503.5★ (738)Sat
78Dr. Jane Caballero15
79Urgent Dentist Today11

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How we ranked Los Angeles dentists

This list covers the 79 Los Angeles clinics that have a pediatric dentist on staff. We scored 79 Los Angeles clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 10 were excluded (2 closed and 8 duplicate listings). Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

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DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Los Angeles 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

Best Pediatric dentists in Los Angeles, CA: frequently asked questions

Who are the pediatric dentists in Los Angeles?

79 Los Angeles clinics have a pediatric dentist on staff in our data. By DR Score, the highest-ranked are Smile L.A. Downtown Modern Dentistry, Beverly Hills Orthodontics Century City and West Hollywood Holistic & Cosmetic Dental Care.

Which of these Los Angeles clinics are open on Saturday?

36 of the 79 clinics on this page open on Saturdays. The highest-ranked are West Hollywood Holistic & Cosmetic Dental Care, Purple Vine Dental and Union Dental Center Family & Emergency Dentistry, and West Hollywood Holistic & Cosmetic Dental Care opens 8 AM–8 PM.

Which of these Los Angeles clinics are open on Sunday?

1 of the 79 clinics on this page open on Sundays. The highest-ranked are Centro Medico and Dental Familiar, and Centro Medico and Dental Familiar opens 12 AM–12 AM. These counts come from clinic hours and profile data as of October 2026, re-checked every week.

Which Los Angeles clinics on this page are open late?

12 of the 79 clinics on this page stay open after 6pm on at least one weekday. Centro Medico and Dental Familiar has the latest weekday hours, until 12 AM on Mondays.

How are pediatric dentists in Los Angeles ranked?

Each clinic has one DR Score from 0 to 100, built from 6 published factors: reputation, review volume, recency, access, services and profile completeness. This page lists the 79 Los Angeles clinics that have a pediatric dentist on staff, in DR Score order. No clinic pays for its position.

Update log for Los Angeles

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 904 clinics.
  2. : 8 duplicate listings merged.
  3. : 2 closed clinics removed.