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Best overall
Fifth Avenue Dental Arts
Best for General Dentistry.
Tradeoff: Weekend availability is not highlighted
Highest review signal
Dr. Ellen Im Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics
Positive reviews across online portals, backed by 897 reviews.
Useful when social proof matters more than pure proximity.
Best nearby alternative
Dr. Ellen Im Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics
Strong option in Poway if you are willing to travel for fit.
Outside San Diego, so compare convenience before booking.
Smyleee Ratings are editorial signals based on reviews, quality of care, and patient feedback. Close scores should be treated as broadly comparable.
San Diego 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 dentures / restorative dentistry work done across the San Diego metro area.
This is the short list. Ten providers in San Diego, California 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 dentures / restorative dentistry in San Diego, start here.
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Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan
Prices sourced from Dental Clinic in San Diego, Dental Expressions San Diego, The Dental List, All Natural Dentistry San Diego, Elite Dental Group California, and Dentistry San Diego. Ranges reflect San Diego, California pricing as of 2026 in USD. Prices may vary based on materials, complexity, and provider. Insurance coverage and financing options may be available.
Prices verified Apr 17, 2026
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A strong all-around pick if you want a reliable local choice for general dentistry.
Useful if you want the option with the deepest visible review signal before narrowing further.
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886 reviews
300, 450, A Street, Core-Columbia
San Diego, California • 280m from San Diego - California Downtown
Fifth Avenue Dental Arts is a caring general dentistry practice located in San Diego, California. Doctors Ramin Ghassemi, DDS, MS, and Nina Mojaver, DMD, Fifth Avenue Dental Arts offer patients of all ages and walks of life the very best in modern dental care in a friendly and welcoming environment. Fifth Avenue Dental Arts functions around the cornerstones of excellence, experience, and esthetics. Its goal is to provide everyone with the individualized, specialized care that only its high stand
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 886 reviews, its 80.2 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
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Weekend hours are not highlighted

886 reviews
San Diego, California
280m from San Diego - California Downtown
Fifth Avenue Dental Arts is a caring general dentistry practice located in San Diego, California. Doctors Ramin Ghassemi, DDS, MS, and Nina Mojaver, DMD, Fifth Avenue Dental Arts offer patients of all ages and walks of life the very best in modern dental care in a friendly and welcoming environment. Fifth Avenue Dental Arts functions around the cornerstones of excellence, experience, and esthetics. Its goal is to provide everyone with the individualized, specialized care that only its high stand
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 886 reviews, its 80.2 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Last verified Mar 22, 2026.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted

184 reviews
3570, Fourth Avenue, Hillcrest
San Diego, California • 2.8 km from San Diego - California Downtown
At Dentique, Dr. Rahbar has created a new standard of care and reinvented what it means to visit the dentist. Dentique is an oasis where you, your health, and your comfort is our priority- experience the latest advancements in high-quality dental care in our state-of-the-art facility with all of the luxurious amenities of a spa. Take a moment to relax in our relaxation room before or after your treatment with a cup of tea. Cozy up in a blanket and watch a movie, and enjoy a neck wrap or an eye p
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 184 reviews, its 80.4 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
What stands out
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Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted

184 reviews
San Diego, California
2.8 km from San Diego - California Downtown
At Dentique, Dr. Rahbar has created a new standard of care and reinvented what it means to visit the dentist. Dentique is an oasis where you, your health, and your comfort is our priority- experience the latest advancements in high-quality dental care in our state-of-the-art facility with all of the luxurious amenities of a spa. Take a moment to relax in our relaxation room before or after your treatment with a cup of tea. Cozy up in a blanket and watch a movie, and enjoy a neck wrap or an eye p
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 184 reviews, its 80.4 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Last verified Mar 22, 2026.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted

103 reviews
STE 300, 4033, Third Avenue, Hillcrest
San Diego, California • 3.7 km from San Diego - California Downtown
The goal at Center for Dental Restorations is simple, but important: to help you achieve your best dental health . To meet this goal, we provide you with: A specialized thorough oral evaluation High quality, state-of-the-art dental services to treat your specific needs Information so you can make informed decisions about your oral health needs A warm environment to make you comfortable during your appointment Experience a relaxing, yet comprehensive, dental treatment at our San Diego office. Cal
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 103 reviews, its 78.3 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
What stands out
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Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted

103 reviews
San Diego, California
3.7 km from San Diego - California Downtown
The goal at Center for Dental Restorations is simple, but important: to help you achieve your best dental health . To meet this goal, we provide you with: A specialized thorough oral evaluation High quality, state-of-the-art dental services to treat your specific needs Information so you can make informed decisions about your oral health needs A warm environment to make you comfortable during your appointment Experience a relaxing, yet comprehensive, dental treatment at our San Diego office. Cal
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 103 reviews, its 78.3 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Last verified Mar 22, 2026.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted

33 reviews
3821, 8th Avenue, Hillcrest
San Diego, California • 3.4 km from San Diego - California Downtown
We offer a full range of dental procedures from cosmetic smile makeovers to children’s dental services. We work closely with affiliated specialists for implant placement and orthodontic care. We offer in-house options for anxiety associated with dental care including laughing gas and IV sedation. We work with disabled patients who require sleep dentistry. have been treating generations of San Diego families with our range of dental services from 1st dental visits for the very young to specialize
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 33 reviews and its 73.6 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field.
What stands out
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Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted

33 reviews
San Diego, California
3.4 km from San Diego - California Downtown
We offer a full range of dental procedures from cosmetic smile makeovers to children’s dental services. We work closely with affiliated specialists for implant placement and orthodontic care. We offer in-house options for anxiety associated with dental care including laughing gas and IV sedation. We work with disabled patients who require sleep dentistry. have been treating generations of San Diego families with our range of dental services from 1st dental visits for the very young to specialize
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 33 reviews and its 73.6 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Last verified Mar 22, 2026.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted

25 reviews
102, 2221, Camino del Rio South, Mission Valley
San Diego, California • 5.9 km from San Diego - California Downtown
Byung Sun Yoo, DDS, is a highly skilled and accomplished dentist who specializes in biocompatible dentistry. He provides exceptional care to his patients at his practice, conveniently located in San Diego, California. Dr. Yoo earned his dental degree from the University of Colorado School of Dentistry in 1996. Immediately after graduating, he relocated to San Diego, and in 1999, he purchased Dr. David C. Kennedy dental practice in historic Bankers Hill. Transforming Dr. Kennedy’s practice into h
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 25 reviews, its 70.0 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
What stands out
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Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted

25 reviews
San Diego, California
5.9 km from San Diego - California Downtown
Byung Sun Yoo, DDS, is a highly skilled and accomplished dentist who specializes in biocompatible dentistry. He provides exceptional care to his patients at his practice, conveniently located in San Diego, California. Dr. Yoo earned his dental degree from the University of Colorado School of Dentistry in 1996. Immediately after graduating, he relocated to San Diego, and in 1999, he purchased Dr. David C. Kennedy dental practice in historic Bankers Hill. Transforming Dr. Kennedy’s practice into h
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 25 reviews, its 70.0 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
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Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Last verified Mar 22, 2026.
Tradeoff
Weekend hours are not highlighted
Excellent clinics, but outside San Diego.

897 reviews
#201, 13422, Pomerado Road
Poway, California • 28 km from San Diego - California Downtown
High Quality Oral Care With an Extra Gentle Touch At Dr. Ellen Im Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, we understand that parents want their kids to have the very best. In addition to providing the highest quality dental care, we go out of our way to make visiting the dentist in Poway as enjoyable as possible. We believe that when kids feel good about the dentist, they are better prepared to enjoy a lifetime of good oral health. At Dr. Ellen Im Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics we are passio
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 897 reviews and its 80.6 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field.
What stands out
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Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Tradeoff
Outside San Diego proper

897 reviews
Poway, California
28 km from San Diego - California Downtown
High Quality Oral Care With an Extra Gentle Touch At Dr. Ellen Im Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, we understand that parents want their kids to have the very best. In addition to providing the highest quality dental care, we go out of our way to make visiting the dentist in Poway as enjoyable as possible. We believe that when kids feel good about the dentist, they are better prepared to enjoy a lifetime of good oral health. At Dr. Ellen Im Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics we are passio
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 897 reviews and its 80.6 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Last verified Apr 16, 2026.
Tradeoff
Outside San Diego proper

177 reviews
Suite B, 12307, Poway Road
Poway, California • 28 km from San Diego - California Downtown
Welcome to Smiles By Dr. Leila At Smiles by Dr. Leila, our mission is to make your appointment as comfortable as possible and deliver the highest standard of dental care. Our dental office was designed around our goal to create a calm and pleasant atmosphere for our patients. We are a general dentistry office in Poway, providing exceptional care for our dental patients. Dr. Leila Khansari and our professional, skilled team are looking forward to helping you and your family achieve and maintain y
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 177 reviews, its 80.7 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
What stands out
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Tradeoff
Outside San Diego proper

177 reviews
Poway, California
28 km from San Diego - California Downtown
Welcome to Smiles By Dr. Leila At Smiles by Dr. Leila, our mission is to make your appointment as comfortable as possible and deliver the highest standard of dental care. Our dental office was designed around our goal to create a calm and pleasant atmosphere for our patients. We are a general dentistry office in Poway, providing exceptional care for our dental patients. Dr. Leila Khansari and our professional, skilled team are looking forward to helping you and your family achieve and maintain y
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 177 reviews, its 80.7 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and it shows a broader service mix than many thinner profiles on the list.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Last verified Mar 22, 2026.
Tradeoff
Outside San Diego proper

45 reviews
12324, Oak Knoll Road
Poway, California • 27 km from San Diego - California Downtown
Looking for a dentist in Poway, then North County Dental Group is the right place for you. Our services include pediatric dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, general dentistry, emergency dentistry and more. We have a compassionate and dedicated team of dentists ready to take care of your dental needs. Our emergency dentists are available 24 hours to provide you best emergency dental care. We have taken care of patients' smiles for decades. Let us do the same for you and your family. Our pediatric den
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 45 reviews and its 67.0 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field.
What stands out
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Tradeoff
Outside San Diego proper

45 reviews
Poway, California
27 km from San Diego - California Downtown
Looking for a dentist in Poway, then North County Dental Group is the right place for you. Our services include pediatric dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, general dentistry, emergency dentistry and more. We have a compassionate and dedicated team of dentists ready to take care of your dental needs. Our emergency dentists are available 24 hours to provide you best emergency dental care. We have taken care of patients' smiles for decades. Let us do the same for you and your family. Our pediatric den
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 45 reviews and its 67.0 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, pricing, and booking details.
Last verified Mar 22, 2026.
Tradeoff
Outside San Diego proper

35 reviews
13569, Poway Road
Poway, California • 29 km from San Diego - California Downtown
Poway Coast Dental is compassionate, patient, and highly-skilled to give you the smile that rebuilds your confidence. When you grin, the room gets brighter! That's why every smile deserves care that helps you feel more confident than before. We offer a variety of services including family and cosmetic dentistry, implants, teeth whitening, general cleanings, emergency dental options, and much more. With more than 30 years of experience, Dr. Rafael Infante provides care for every generation. Our t
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 35 reviews, its 70.1 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and weekend availability is clearly documented.
What stands out
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Tradeoff
Outside San Diego proper

35 reviews
Poway, California
29 km from San Diego - California Downtown
Poway Coast Dental is compassionate, patient, and highly-skilled to give you the smile that rebuilds your confidence. When you grin, the room gets brighter! That's why every smile deserves care that helps you feel more confident than before. We offer a variety of services including family and cosmetic dentistry, implants, teeth whitening, general cleanings, emergency dental options, and much more. With more than 30 years of experience, Dr. Rafael Infante provides care for every generation. Our t
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because it shows positive reviews across online portals, backed by 35 reviews, its 70.1 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, and weekend availability is clearly documented.
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Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Last verified Mar 22, 2026.
Tradeoff
Outside San Diego proper

17 reviews
101, 819, D Avenue
National City, California • 7.2 km from San Diego - California Downtown
We are a unique dental office that focuses on the TOTAL health and wellness of our patients through oral health. We pride ourselves on providing personalized care in a relaxed and friendly environment. In addition to general dental services, we proudly offer many specialized services including an All-in-one implant treatment center, Cosmetic Dentistry, Sedation Dentistry, Same Day Smiles and Invisalign. Call us today for a free consultation!
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because its 65.4 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, it has meaningful review volume across online portals, backed by 17 reviews, and weekend availability is clearly documented.
What stands out
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Tradeoff
Outside San Diego proper

17 reviews
National City, California
7.2 km from San Diego - California Downtown
We are a unique dental office that focuses on the TOTAL health and wellness of our patients through oral health. We pride ourselves on providing personalized care in a relaxed and friendly environment. In addition to general dental services, we proudly offer many specialized services including an All-in-one implant treatment center, Cosmetic Dentistry, Sedation Dentistry, Same Day Smiles and Invisalign. Call us today for a free consultation!
Best for
General Dentistry
Why we included it
We included it because its 65.4 Smyleee Rating keeps it in the stronger part of this field, it has meaningful review volume across online portals, backed by 17 reviews, and weekend availability is clearly documented.
Proof signals
Checked: profile positioning, service details, review signals, business hours, and pricing.
Last verified Mar 22, 2026.
Tradeoff
Outside San Diego proper
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| Clinic | City | Smyleee Rating | Reviews | Weekends | Insurance | Financing | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fifth Avenue Dental Arts | San Diego | 80.2 | 886 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Dentique San Diego, Nikou Rahbar DDS | San Diego | 80.4 | 184 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Center for Dental Restorations | San Diego | 78.3 | 103 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Philip Bradford DDS | San Diego | 73.6 | 33 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Byung Sun Yoo, DDS | San Diego | 70.0 | 25 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Dr. Ellen Im Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics | Poway | 80.6 | 897 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Smiles By Dr.Leila | Poway | 80.7 | 177 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| North County Dental Group - Poway | Poway | 67.0 | 45 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| Poway Coast Dental | Poway | 70.1 | 35 | Yes | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
| New Image Dental | National City | 65.4 | 17 | Yes | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | General Dentistry |
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