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Best overall
Robert P. Choi, DDS
Best for Cosmetic Dentistry.
Tradeoff: Insurance support is not clearly highlighted
Highest review signal
Hayward Dental Arts
369 reviews and a 4.9 Google rating.
Useful when social proof matters more than pure proximity.
Best nearby alternative
Willow Glen Dental Specialists
Strong option in San Jose if you are willing to travel for fit.
Outside San Mateo, so compare convenience before booking.
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San Jose 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 gum disease treatment work done across the San Jose metro area.
This is the short list. Ten providers in San Jose, 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 gum disease treatment in San Jose, start here.
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Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS — BDS
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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
Excellent clinics, but outside San Mateo.
Willow Glen Dental Specialists is a dental care practice serving patients in the San Jose, California area. Services include periodontics, orthodontics, endodontics such as root canal, orthodontics such as Invisalign®, and many other dental care services of all types. The practice is proud to deliver the best in all areas of specialty dental care, all under one roof. The Willow Glen Dental Specialists team works closely with general dentists from around the San Jose area to ensure that patients
Best for
Bone Grafting
Why we included it
San Jose location outside San Mateo, 4.7 Google rating, 317 reviews.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
suite a, 1706, Willow Street, Willow Glen, San Jose, California
Willow Glen Dental Specialists is a dental care practice serving patients in the San Jose, California area. Services include periodontics, orthodontics, endodontics such as root canal, orthodontics such as Invisalign®, and many other dental care services of all types. The practice is proud to deliver the best in all areas of specialty dental care, all under one roof. The Willow Glen Dental Specialists team works closely with general dentists from around the San Jose area to ensure that patients
Best for
Bone Grafting
Why we included it
San Jose location outside San Mateo, 4.7 Google rating, 317 reviews.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
suite a, 1706, Willow Street, Willow Glen, San Jose, California
Dr. Xuyu Zhang is a graduate of UCSF School of Dentistry, one of the top dental institutions in the world. Dr. Zhang believes that a healthy mouth is a cornerstone to not only a beautiful smile but good health overall. Under Dr. Zhang's care, everyone is given special attention and allowed to address individual concerns, no two patients are alike. We treat adults, kids, seniors, and people afraid of dentists. We treat the whole family! Our entire team at Bay Star Dental is dedicated to helping p
Best for
Crowns & Bridges
Why we included it
Foster City location outside San Mateo, 4.9 Google rating, 211 reviews.
What stands out
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
#103, 1098, Foster City Boulevard, Foster City, California
Dr. Xuyu Zhang is a graduate of UCSF School of Dentistry, one of the top dental institutions in the world. Dr. Zhang believes that a healthy mouth is a cornerstone to not only a beautiful smile but good health overall. Under Dr. Zhang's care, everyone is given special attention and allowed to address individual concerns, no two patients are alike. We treat adults, kids, seniors, and people afraid of dentists. We treat the whole family! Our entire team at Bay Star Dental is dedicated to helping p
Best for
Crowns & Bridges
Why we included it
Foster City location outside San Mateo, 4.9 Google rating, 211 reviews.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
#103, 1098, Foster City Boulevard, Foster City, California
When you visit our office you will experience all that modern dentistry has to offer, including a comprehensive list of general, restorative and cosmetic dental services to meet the needs of the whole family. Our goal is to assist each patient in achieving and maintaining long term dental health and a beautiful smile.
Best for
Dental Crowns
Why we included it
Hayward location outside San Mateo, 4.9 Google rating, 369 reviews.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
2, 24901, Santa Clara Street, Harder-Tennyson, Hayward, California
When you visit our office you will experience all that modern dentistry has to offer, including a comprehensive list of general, restorative and cosmetic dental services to meet the needs of the whole family. Our goal is to assist each patient in achieving and maintaining long term dental health and a beautiful smile.
Best for
Dental Crowns
Why we included it
Hayward location outside San Mateo, 4.9 Google rating, 369 reviews.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
2, 24901, Santa Clara Street, Harder-Tennyson, 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
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
Pacific Bay Pediatric Dentistry is a state of the art pediatric specialty office in Fremont. Dr. Bilbeisi is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist. From the moment you walk in you will begin to experience dentistry for your children and teens like no other! You want to help your family reach optimal oral health in a warm, loving atmosphere, and Dr. B and staff are ready to help! With our CO2 Solea laser, we can provide the most comfortable experience for virtually every child! Our mission is to pr
Best for
CAD/CAM Dental Restorations
Why we included it
Fremont location outside San Mateo, broad service mix.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
38024 Martha Ave, Fremont, CA 94536, USA, Fremont, CA
Pacific Bay Pediatric Dentistry is a state of the art pediatric specialty office in Fremont. Dr. Bilbeisi is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist. From the moment you walk in you will begin to experience dentistry for your children and teens like no other! You want to help your family reach optimal oral health in a warm, loving atmosphere, and Dr. B and staff are ready to help! With our CO2 Solea laser, we can provide the most comfortable experience for virtually every child! Our mission is to pr
Best for
CAD/CAM Dental Restorations
Why we included it
Fremont location outside San Mateo, broad service mix.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
38024 Martha Ave, Fremont, CA 94536, USA, Fremont, CA
WELCOME TO THE PRACTICE OF Andrea Yaley, DDS If you are looking for a gentle, convenient, and modern Menlo Park dentist, Dr. Andrea Yaley and her staff welcome you to their comfortable, friendly dental office conveniently located in the center of Menlo Park, just one block from Santa Cruz Avenue. Our experienced staff provides personal dental treatment services with a gentle and caring approach in Menlo Park, Palo Alto, Stanford, Redwood City, Atherton, and the surrounding communities. Comprehen
Best for
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
Menlo Park location outside San Mateo, broad service mix.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
825 Oak Grove Ave #401, Menlo Park, CA 94025, USA, Menlo Park, CA
WELCOME TO THE PRACTICE OF Andrea Yaley, DDS If you are looking for a gentle, convenient, and modern Menlo Park dentist, Dr. Andrea Yaley and her staff welcome you to their comfortable, friendly dental office conveniently located in the center of Menlo Park, just one block from Santa Cruz Avenue. Our experienced staff provides personal dental treatment services with a gentle and caring approach in Menlo Park, Palo Alto, Stanford, Redwood City, Atherton, and the surrounding communities. Comprehen
Best for
Cosmetic Dentistry
Why we included it
Menlo Park location outside San Mateo, broad service mix.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
825 Oak Grove Ave #401, Menlo Park, CA 94025, USA, Menlo Park, CA
Your smile is special. It provides a glimpse into your unique personality and, accordingly, merits exceptional care. At The Smile Specialists we endeavor to provide that care, offering expertise and innovative dental treatments. We strive to ensure that your teeth remain healthy and attractive; your smile is our specialty. We offer the best of high-tech dentistry including: digital x-rays, ultrasonic cleanings, laser gum treatment, cosmetic dentistry, veneers, white fillings, one-appointment cro
Best for
Dental Bridges
Why we included it
Campbell location outside San Mateo.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
42 W Campbell Ave #204, Campbell, CA 95008, USA, Campbell, CA
Your smile is special. It provides a glimpse into your unique personality and, accordingly, merits exceptional care. At The Smile Specialists we endeavor to provide that care, offering expertise and innovative dental treatments. We strive to ensure that your teeth remain healthy and attractive; your smile is our specialty. We offer the best of high-tech dentistry including: digital x-rays, ultrasonic cleanings, laser gum treatment, cosmetic dentistry, veneers, white fillings, one-appointment cro
Best for
Dental Bridges
Why we included it
Campbell location outside San Mateo.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
42 W Campbell Ave #204, Campbell, CA 95008, USA, Campbell, CA
Your oral health is our primary concern. Count on us to make your new year a little more healthier and happier… We practice preventive and conservative dentistry and work with you to preserve your natural teeth as much as possible. When corrective care is necessary, we provide you a complete treatment plan and clearly explain you various options and work with you to deliver quality care. We will work hard to earn and keep your trust, just as we do for your neighbors, consistently delivering pers
Best for
Crowns & Bridges
Why we included it
Sunnyvale location outside San Mateo, broad service mix, weekend access.
What stands out
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
990 W Fremont Ave Ste G, Sunnyvale, CA 94087, USA, Sunnyvale, CA
Your oral health is our primary concern. Count on us to make your new year a little more healthier and happier… We practice preventive and conservative dentistry and work with you to preserve your natural teeth as much as possible. When corrective care is necessary, we provide you a complete treatment plan and clearly explain you various options and work with you to deliver quality care. We will work hard to earn and keep your trust, just as we do for your neighbors, consistently delivering pers
Best for
Crowns & Bridges
Why we included it
Sunnyvale location outside San Mateo, broad service mix, weekend access.
Tradeoff
Outside San Mateo proper
990 W Fremont Ave Ste G, Sunnyvale, CA 94087, USA, Sunnyvale, 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 |
| Willow Glen Dental Specialists | San Jose | 79.8 | 317 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Bone Grafting |
| Bay Star Dental | Foster City | 80.6 | 211 | Yes | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Crowns & Bridges |
| Hayward Dental Arts | Hayward | 76.6 | 369 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Dental Crowns |
| A Street Dental | Hayward | 72.0 | 33 | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Dental Crowns |
| Pacific Bay Pediatric Dentistry | Fremont | 38.0 | — | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | CAD/CAM Dental Restorations |
| Andrea Yaley, DDS | Menlo Park | 38.0 | — | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Cosmetic Dentistry |
| Doug Larson DDS | Campbell | 32.0 | — | Not shown | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Dental Bridges |
| Sunnyvale Dentist | Sunnyvale | 38.0 | — | Yes | Not highlighted | Not highlighted | Crowns & Bridges |
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