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Best overall
Robert P. Choi, DDS
Best for Cosmetic Dentistry.
Tradeoff: Insurance support is not clearly highlighted
Highest review signal
Robert P. Choi, DDS
304 reviews and a 5.0 Google rating.
Useful when social proof matters more than pure proximity.
Best nearby alternative
Uno Dental San Francisco
Strong option in San Francisco if you are willing to travel for fit.
Outside San Mateo, so compare convenience before booking.
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San Mateo has no shortage of dental providers — a quick search pulls up hundreds. The challenge isn't finding one, it's figuring out which ones actually deliver. We spent time reviewing patient outcomes, checking credentials, comparing pricing, and analyzing feedback from patients who've had dental clinics work done across the San Mateo metro area.
This is the short list. Ten providers in San Mateo, that consistently showed up in the data — not because they paid to be here, but because their patients keep coming back and referring others. If you're weighing options for dental clinics in San Mateo, start here.
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What to Expect Please be prepared to discuss your dental health concerns and goals with Dr. Robert Choi. He will perform a periodontal screening, oral cancer screening, occlusal analysis, head and neck exam. Your oral health status is explained and illustrated clearly with digital x-rays and an intra-oral camera. Our patients always remark on how thorough and comprehensive our examination is. We will review your treatment plan and address any questions you may have. Our office can also coordin
Best for
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
San Mateo location, 5.0 Google rating, 304 reviews.
What stands out
Tradeoff
Insurance support is not clearly highlighted
STE 101, 675, Mariners Island Boulevard, East San Mateo, San Mateo, California
What to Expect Please be prepared to discuss your dental health concerns and goals with Dr. Robert Choi. He will perform a periodontal screening, oral cancer screening, occlusal analysis, head and neck exam. Your oral health status is explained and illustrated clearly with digital x-rays and an intra-oral camera. Our patients always remark on how thorough and comprehensive our examination is. We will review your treatment plan and address any questions you may have. Our office can also coordin
Best for
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
San Mateo location, 5.0 Google rating, 304 reviews.
Tradeoff
Insurance support is not clearly highlighted
STE 101, 675, Mariners Island Boulevard, East San Mateo, San Mateo, California
Manyak Dental San Mateo is a dental care provider based in San Mateo, California, offering a wide range of services to cater to your dental needs. The clinic is located at 100 S Ellsworth Ave #601, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA Services Offered Manyak Dental Group provides various dental care services, including: Dental Implants: Dental implants are a popular choice for replacing missing teeth, offering a permanent and comfortable solution for patients who have lost one or more teeth. Dentures: Dentu
Best for
Crowns & Bridges
Why we included it
San Mateo location, 4.9 Google rating, 270 reviews.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
#601, 100, South Ellsworth Avenue, Downtown, San Mateo, California
Manyak Dental San Mateo is a dental care provider based in San Mateo, California, offering a wide range of services to cater to your dental needs. The clinic is located at 100 S Ellsworth Ave #601, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA Services Offered Manyak Dental Group provides various dental care services, including: Dental Implants: Dental implants are a popular choice for replacing missing teeth, offering a permanent and comfortable solution for patients who have lost one or more teeth. Dentures: Dentu
Best for
Crowns & Bridges
Why we included it
San Mateo location, 4.9 Google rating, 270 reviews.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
#601, 100, South Ellsworth Avenue, Downtown, San Mateo, California
As your choice for professional cosmetic dentistry, sedation dentistry, dental therapy or ongoing professional dental care, we work hard to ensure your dental experience is exceptional. That means providing you with the best in dental professionals and the latest in equipment, materials and techniques. The San Mateo Center for Cosmetic Dentistry specializes in cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, sedation dentistry, and general oral health care. We can also help with painless laser dentistry, cl
Best for
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
San Mateo location, 4.9 Google rating, 295 reviews.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
150, North San Mateo Drive, North Central, San Mateo, California
As your choice for professional cosmetic dentistry, sedation dentistry, dental therapy or ongoing professional dental care, we work hard to ensure your dental experience is exceptional. That means providing you with the best in dental professionals and the latest in equipment, materials and techniques. The San Mateo Center for Cosmetic Dentistry specializes in cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, sedation dentistry, and general oral health care. We can also help with painless laser dentistry, cl
Best for
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
San Mateo location, 4.9 Google rating, 295 reviews.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
150, North San Mateo Drive, North Central, San Mateo, California
Michael Wakasa and Annaliese Carlsmith practice a full scope of general and cosmetic dentistry with expertise ranging from porcelain veneers to dental implants, crowns and bridges. Dr. Wakasa and Dr. Carlsmith, seek to provide the highest level of care in all aspects and can literally redesign your smile.
Best for
Dental Bonding
Why we included it
San Mateo location, 4.9 Google rating, 184 reviews.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
# 4, 256, North San Mateo Drive, North Central, San Mateo, California
Michael Wakasa and Annaliese Carlsmith practice a full scope of general and cosmetic dentistry with expertise ranging from porcelain veneers to dental implants, crowns and bridges. Dr. Wakasa and Dr. Carlsmith, seek to provide the highest level of care in all aspects and can literally redesign your smile.
Best for
Dental Bonding
Why we included it
San Mateo location, 4.9 Google rating, 184 reviews.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
# 4, 256, North San Mateo Drive, North Central, San Mateo, California
Excellent clinics, but outside San Mateo.
At Uno Dental, we’re proud to offer quality, customized care to the San Francisco area with the help of our experienced and cohesive team. We hope you enjoy a pampered experience and a relaxed, professional approach to your dental health with industry-leading technologies, comprehensive treatments, and knowledgeable team. It’s our goal to ensure you feel comfortable and confident with your smile and your treatment plan with Dr. Kandar at our luxurious practice. Uno Dental- San Francisco offers a
Best for
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
San Francisco location outside San Mateo, 4.7 Google rating, 264 reviews.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
498, Jackson Street, North Beach, San Francisco, California
At Uno Dental, we’re proud to offer quality, customized care to the San Francisco area with the help of our experienced and cohesive team. We hope you enjoy a pampered experience and a relaxed, professional approach to your dental health with industry-leading technologies, comprehensive treatments, and knowledgeable team. It’s our goal to ensure you feel comfortable and confident with your smile and your treatment plan with Dr. Kandar at our luxurious practice. Uno Dental- San Francisco offers a
Best for
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
San Francisco location outside San Mateo, 4.7 Google rating, 264 reviews.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
498, Jackson Street, North Beach, San Francisco, California
Delivering the beautiful smile you’ve always wanted, and the excellent experience you truly deserve. Dr. Fong’s goal is to help you see just how different his practice is from other healthcare offices. It starts with genuine friendliness and respect for your time. When you call for an appointment, his staff will find a convenient time that fits your schedule, and when you arrive, they will greet you by name, find out if you have questions, and make sure you get in to see Dr. Fong promptly. Leadi
Best for
Children / Pediatric Dentistry
Why we included it
Oakland location outside San Mateo, 4.9 Google rating, 146 reviews.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
302, 1730, Franklin Street, Downtown Oakland, Oakland, California
Delivering the beautiful smile you’ve always wanted, and the excellent experience you truly deserve. Dr. Fong’s goal is to help you see just how different his practice is from other healthcare offices. It starts with genuine friendliness and respect for your time. When you call for an appointment, his staff will find a convenient time that fits your schedule, and when you arrive, they will greet you by name, find out if you have questions, and make sure you get in to see Dr. Fong promptly. Leadi
Best for
Children / Pediatric Dentistry
Why we included it
Oakland location outside San Mateo, 4.9 Google rating, 146 reviews.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
302, 1730, Franklin Street, Downtown Oakland, Oakland, California
Welcome to A Street Dental, where smiles are created daily! If you are looking for a truly wonderful caring dentist and friendly helpful team, we can help you at A Street Dental. Please feel free to browse through our website to get to know Dr. Quynh Tonnu and her staff. We are currently accepting new patients so feel free
Best for
Dental Crowns
Why we included it
Hayward location outside San Mateo, 5.0 Google rating, broad service mix.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
713, A Street, Hayward, California
Welcome to A Street Dental, where smiles are created daily! If you are looking for a truly wonderful caring dentist and friendly helpful team, we can help you at A Street Dental. Please feel free to browse through our website to get to know Dr. Quynh Tonnu and her staff. We are currently accepting new patients so feel free
Best for
Dental Crowns
Why we included it
Hayward location outside San Mateo, 5.0 Google rating, broad service mix.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
713, A Street, Hayward, California
The exceptional team at Jupina Dental is just as passionate about helping you optimize your oral health. If you’re nervous about dental procedures, the Jupina staff can help you relax. You’ll appreciate their warmth and expertise in helping you attain the healthiest and most beautiful smile possible.
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
Hayward location outside San Mateo, 4.7 Google rating.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
101, 24700, Calaroga Avenue, Southgate, Hayward, California
The exceptional team at Jupina Dental is just as passionate about helping you optimize your oral health. If you’re nervous about dental procedures, the Jupina staff can help you relax. You’ll appreciate their warmth and expertise in helping you attain the healthiest and most beautiful smile possible.
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
Hayward location outside San Mateo, 4.7 Google rating.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
101, 24700, Calaroga Avenue, Southgate, Hayward, California
Bonita Dental Care is a family-friendly dental office in the heart of San Francisco’s Financial District. We strive to make every patient feel welcome and provide the very finest general and cosmetic dentistry at a reasonable cost. Dr. Wong is highly trained in a range of dental options including porcelain dental veneers, dental bridges, natural-looking tooth bonding, porcelain crowns and Zoom! teeth whitening. She can help you attain a long-lasting, beautiful smile and help you maintain your te
Best for
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
San Francisco location outside San Mateo.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
685, Commercial Street, Chinatown, San Francisco, California
Bonita Dental Care is a family-friendly dental office in the heart of San Francisco’s Financial District. We strive to make every patient feel welcome and provide the very finest general and cosmetic dentistry at a reasonable cost. Dr. Wong is highly trained in a range of dental options including porcelain dental veneers, dental bridges, natural-looking tooth bonding, porcelain crowns and Zoom! teeth whitening. She can help you attain a long-lasting, beautiful smile and help you maintain your te
Best for
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
San Francisco location outside San Mateo.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
685, Commercial Street, Chinatown, San Francisco, California
“Your Smile is Our Passion !”
Hello ! Welcome Our offices in Daly City and San Mateo were built from scratch, hoping to positively change people’s overall dental experience. The friendly staff is calm and patient-oriented. When it comes time to discuss your dental plans, we will talk you through the options, and help you sort out the financial side, never pushing unnecessary or expensive treatments. Individualized Dental Care We work as a team, dedicated to improving and maintaining your oral health. Whatever your dental nee
Best for
Children / Pediatric Dentistry
Why we included it
Daly City location outside San Mateo, broad service mix, weekend access.
What stands out
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
59B Serramonte Center, Daly City, CA 94015, USA, Daly City, CA
“Your Smile is Our Passion !”
Hello ! Welcome Our offices in Daly City and San Mateo were built from scratch, hoping to positively change people’s overall dental experience. The friendly staff is calm and patient-oriented. When it comes time to discuss your dental plans, we will talk you through the options, and help you sort out the financial side, never pushing unnecessary or expensive treatments. Individualized Dental Care We work as a team, dedicated to improving and maintaining your oral health. Whatever your dental nee
Best for
Children / Pediatric Dentistry
Why we included it
Daly City location outside San Mateo, broad service mix, weekend access.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
59B Serramonte Center, Daly City, CA 94015, USA, Daly City, CA
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| Clinic | City | Smyleee Rating | Reviews | Weekends | Insurance | Financing | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert P. Choi, DDS | San Mateo | 81.0 | 304 | Yes | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Cosmetic Dentistry |
| Manyak Dental Group | San Mateo | 80.6 | 270 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Crowns & Bridges |
| Dental Arts San Mateo | San Mateo | 80.6 | 295 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Cosmetic Dentistry |
| Dr.'s Wakasa & Carlsmith | San Mateo | 76.4 | 184 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Dental Bonding |
| Uno Dental San Francisco | San Francisco | 79.8 | 264 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Cosmetic Dentistry |
| Fong David M DDS | Oakland | 79.7 | 146 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Children / Pediatric Dentistry |
| A Street Dental | Hayward | 72.0 | 33 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Dental Crowns |
| Jupina Dental: Joan Jupina, DDS | Hayward | 65.5 | 87 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Lydia Wong, DDS | San Francisco | 63.7 | 9 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Cosmetic Dentistry |
| Titus Tang DDS, MAGD | Daly City | 39.0 | — | Yes | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Children / Pediatric Dentistry |
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