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As of June 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 dentists in San Diego, CA by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Libby Dental with a 5.0-star rating from 809 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 100/100. Also in the top tier: A+ Family Dentistry and Carmel Mountain Dental Care. The average rating across all listed dentists in San Diego is 4.9 stars from 618 reviews per business on average.

Dental care in San Diego: cleaning + exam $100–$300; crowns $800–$1,800; root canals $700–$1,500. Many accept most major insurance.

Rankings updated June 10, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.

Best Overall

New Smile Dentistry - San Diego, CA

New Smile Dentistry stands out as the top-ranked choice due to its consistently high patient ratings and reputation for comprehensive, modern dental care.

Most Reviewed

Mesa Dental

A high review count indicates a large patient base and sustained trust, making Mesa Dental a reliable and well-established option.

When choosing a dentist, consider both the overall rating and the number of reviews to gauge reputation and experience. Also, check if the office offers the specific services you need and accepts your insurance.

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5.0(809 reviews)

A San Diego dentist with a 5.0-star rating from over 800 Google reviews.

2333 Camino del Rio S STE 310, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
4.8(1,013 reviews)

San Diego's top-rated dentist with 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews.

3780 El Cajon Blvd #1, San Diego, CA 92105, USA
4.8(961 reviews)

Trusted by hundreds of patients, this San Diego dentist holds a stellar 4.8-star rating.

9310 Carmel Mountain Rd ste a, San Diego, CA 92129, USA

Dentists Rankings in San Diego, CA

#BusinessRatingReviews
#1Libby Dental2333 Camino del Rio S STE 310, San Diego, CA 92108, USA5.0809
#2A+ Family Dentistry3780 El Cajon Blvd #1, San Diego, CA 92105, USA4.81,013
#3Carmel Mountain Dental Care9310 Carmel Mountain Rd ste a, San Diego, CA 92129, USA4.8961
#4The Dentistry Collective11610 Iberia Pl #202, San Diego, CA 92128, USA4.9637
#5SD Smile7710 Balboa Ave #123, San Diego, CA 92111, USA4.8153
#6Farshin Farokhian, DDS3500 Fifth Ave #201, San Diego, CA 92103, USA4.9660
#7Espire Dental Mission Valley8989 Rio San Diego Dr Suite 170, San Diego, CA 92108, USA4.9278
#8Bay Park Dental Group2619 Clairemont Dr, San Diego, CA 92117, USA4.9598
#9Emergency Dentist Mission Valley8590 Rio San Diego Dr Suite 110 B, San Diego, CA 92108, USA4.9403
#10Signature Dental Studio1807 Robinson Ave #101, San Diego, CA 92103, USA4.9559

Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated June 2026

All Dentists in San Diego

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4.9· 637 reviews

San Diego dentist with 4.9 stars from over 600 reviews.

11610 Iberia Pl #202, San Diego, CA 92128, USA

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4.8· 153 reviews

Trusted by hundreds of patients with a stellar 4.8-star average rating.

7710 Balboa Ave #123, San Diego, CA 92111, USA

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4.9· 660 reviews

San Diego dentist with a 4.9-star rating from over 660 Google reviews.

3500 Fifth Ave #201, San Diego, CA 92103, USA

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4.9· 278 reviews

Trusted by hundreds of patients with a near-perfect 4.9-star rating.

8989 Rio San Diego Dr Suite 170, San Diego, CA 92108, USA

8
4.9· 598 reviews

Rated 4.9 stars from nearly 600 Google reviews, this San Diego dentist is highly trusted.

2619 Clairemont Dr, San Diego, CA 92117, USA

9
4.9· 403 reviews

4.9-star rating from over 400 Google reviews reflects exceptional patient satisfaction.

8590 Rio San Diego Dr Suite 110 B, San Diego, CA 92108, USA

10
4.9· 559 reviews

Rated 4.9 stars from 559 Google reviews, this San Diego dentist is highly trusted.

1807 Robinson Ave #101, San Diego, CA 92103, USA

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4.9· 364 reviews

Trusted by hundreds of patients with a nearly perfect 4.9-star rating.

7695 Cardinal Ct #300, San Diego, CA 92123, USA

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4.9· 274 reviews

A 4.9-star rating from 274 Google reviews reflects consistently exceptional patient care.

2780 Cardinal Rd Suite B, San Diego, CA 92123, USA

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4.9· 1,777 reviews

Rated 4.9 stars from nearly 1,800 glowing Google reviews in San Diego.

6215 Beadnell Way, San Diego, CA 92117, USA

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4.8· 919 reviews

Rated 4.8 stars from over 900 Google reviews, this San Diego dentist is highly trusted.

450 A St #300, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

15
5.0· 535 reviews

Rated 5.0 stars from over 500 Google reviews, this San Diego dentist is highly trusted.

6650 Flanders Dr Suite J, San Diego, CA 92121, USA

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4.1· 283 reviews

4.1 stars from nearly 300 Google reviews, reflecting consistent patient satisfaction.

435 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

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5.0· 447 reviews

San Diego's premier dentist with a perfect 5.0-star rating from over 440 reviews.

3330 Third Ave #200, San Diego, CA 92103, USA

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5.0· 572 reviews

Rated 5.0 stars from over 500 Google reviews by San Diego patients.

1919 Grand Ave STE 1P, San Diego, CA 92109, USA

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4.9· 689 reviews

4.9-star rating from nearly 700 Google reviews reflects exceptional patient satisfaction.

8590 Rio San Diego Dr # 110, San Diego, CA 92108, USA

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5.0· 434 reviews

San Diego's top-rated dentist, with a perfect 5.0-star rating from over 430 reviews.

2333 Camino del Rio S Ste 140, San Diego, CA 92108, USA

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Dentists in San Diego, CA — Compared

#BusinessRNM ScoreRatingReviews
1Libby Dental100/1005.0 ★809
2A+ Family Dentistry97/1004.8 ★1,013
3Carmel Mountain Dental Care97/1004.8 ★961
4The Dentistry Collective98/1004.9 ★637
5SD Smile94/1004.8 ★153
6Farshin Farokhian, DDS98/1004.9 ★660
7Espire Dental Mission Valley90/1004.9 ★278
8Bay Park Dental Group98/1004.9 ★598
9Emergency Dentist Mission Valley90/1004.9 ★403
10Signature Dental Studio90/1004.9 ★559

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About This Dentists Directory — San Diego, CA

This page lists and ranks 20 dentists serving San Diego, CA as of June 2026. The average verified rating across all listings is 4.9 stars, with an average of 618 customer reviews per business. The top-ranked dentists in San Diego by our algorithm is Libby Dental (5.0 stars, 809 reviews). Dental care in San Diego: cleaning + exam $100–$300; crowns $800–$1,800; root canals $700–$1,500. Many accept most major insurance.

RatingsNearMe uses a transparent, data-driven ranking algorithm that weighs star rating (35%), review volume (30%), customer sentiment analysis (20%), profile completeness (10%), and availability signals (5%). Rankings are not for sale — Featured Partner businesses pay for enhanced visibility but must earn their position through real customer reviews. Data sourced from Google Business listings and updated regularly.

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