Dentist in Hillcrest — Top Local Picks (2026)

Hillcrest lists 88 dental practices — one of the densest concentrations of dentists in any San Diego neighborhood. Center for Oral & Facial Surgery leads in oral surgery referrals, while Farshin Farokhian, DDS is one of the most-reviewed general dentists in the 92103 ZIP.

Park West Dental Group pairs two doctors for a wider range of scheduling flexibility, and 3rd Avenue Complete Family Dental handles everything from cleanings and fillings to cosmetic work on Third Avenue. The Art of Dentistry and Marcos Ortega DDS both draw patients from across San Diego for advanced restorative procedures.

Is there a cosmetic dentist in Hillcrest?

Dentique Cosmetic Dentistry Studio focuses exclusively on cosmetic work — veneers, teeth whitening, smile makeovers, and bonding. SmileStyle Dental Studio combines cosmetic dentistry with general care, and San Diego Smile Makers handles both Invisalign and traditional cosmetic procedures.

Several general dentists in Hillcrest also offer cosmetic services alongside routine care. Bella Vita Dental Hillcrest and First Wave Dental both provide whitening, bonding, and veneer consultations without requiring a separate cosmetic-only practice. Cosmetic procedures are rarely covered by dental insurance, so expect to pay out of pocket — consultations are usually free or low-cost to discuss options and pricing.

How much does a dental cleaning cost in Hillcrest?

A routine dental cleaning in San Diego typically costs $100 to $200 without insurance, depending on whether the appointment includes X-rays and a comprehensive exam. With dental insurance, most PPO plans cover two cleanings per year at little or no out-of-pocket cost. Deep cleanings for periodontal maintenance run higher — usually $200 to $400 per quadrant.

Hillcrest's 88 dental practices include high-end cosmetic studios and neighborhood general dentists, so pricing varies. Practices like Dental Express position themselves for volume and accessibility, while boutique offices like Natural Dental Arts cater to patients willing to pay more for a specific approach.

Are there dentists open on Saturday in Hillcrest?

Saturday hours are available at several Hillcrest dental offices, though not all 88 practices keep weekend schedules. Affinity Dental Hillcrest and Dental Express are among the practices that offer Saturday appointments for cleanings, fillings, and consultations.

Weekend availability tends to fill faster than weekday slots, so booking early in the week is worth the effort if Saturday is the only day that works. For urgent dental needs on a Saturday when your regular office is closed, check with Fresh Dental Care of Hillcrest and Complete Dental Health, which maintain extended and flexible scheduling throughout the week.

Is there an emergency dentist in Hillcrest?

Several Hillcrest dental offices accommodate same-day emergency appointments for cracked teeth, severe toothaches, and dental trauma. Center for Oral & Facial Surgery handles surgical emergencies including extractions and jaw injuries. For after-hours emergencies, call your regular dentist's office — most Hillcrest practices have an answering service that can triage urgent cases.

If you cannot reach your own dentist, Fifth Avenue Dental Arts in nearby Downtown is another option with strong emergency scheduling. Scripps Mercy Hospital's emergency department can stabilize dental trauma cases but is not a substitute for a dental office.

Is there a pediatric dentist in Hillcrest?

3rd Avenue Complete Family Dental serves children alongside adult patients. Milberg Orthodontics on Walnut Avenue handles braces and Invisalign for teens and adolescents. Multiple family-oriented practices in the 92103 ZIP accept pediatric patients starting at age two or three.

Parents in Hillcrest who want a dedicated pediatric dental office may need to look outside the immediate neighborhood. Zak Dental in North Park sees a large pediatric volume and is less than a ten-minute drive east on University Avenue. Most pediatric dentists recommend a first visit by age one, and family practices in Hillcrest generally accept children starting at age two or three.

Do Hillcrest dentists accept Medi-Cal?

Denti-Cal — California's Medi-Cal dental program — is accepted at some Hillcrest practices, though the network is smaller than for private insurance. Group practices and community-oriented clinics are more likely to participate than boutique cosmetic offices. Dental Express and larger multi-provider offices are good starting points when searching for Denti-Cal availability.

Denti-Cal covers preventive care (cleanings, exams, X-rays), basic restorative work (fillings), and some extractions for adult patients. Coverage for crowns, root canals, and implants is limited and may require prior authorization. Checking the Medi-Cal provider directory or calling individual offices directly is the most reliable way to confirm current participation.

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Dentists & Dental Clinics in Hillcrest 92103

All Dentist

Park West Dental Group- Quan Ma DMD and Thomas Bierman DDS

Peterson Periodontics

San Diego Smile Makers

The Art of Dentistry

Marcos Ortega DDS

Milberg Orthodontics

Bruce S. Abe D.D.S., A.P.C.

First Wave Dental

Center for Oral & Facial Surgery

Farshin Farokhian, DDS

Signature Dental Studio of North Park | Paul J. Martin, DMD

SmileStyle Dental Studio

Andrew D Gamache DDS and Associates/ Fresh Dental Care of Hillcrest

Dental Implant Centers

San Diego Periodontics & Implant Dentistry

Hillcrest Dental - Doug Disraeli DDS / Andy Keith DDS

Mission Hills Periodontics - Dr. Stephen Munroe

Dentique Cosmetic Dentistry Studio

Complete Dental Health

Hillcrest Dental Arts | Rebecca A. Marsh, DDS

Center for Dental Restorations

Sdwickedbeauty

Mission Hills Endodontics

Park View Orthodontics

Center For Oral-Facial Surgery: Dr's Eckstein, Oleksy, Havas & Messina

Padre Dental Group

3rd Avenue Complete Family Dental

Bella Vita Dental Hillcrest

Timothy Thomas, DDS

Natural Dental Arts

C&P Endodontics

Machado Lester DDS

Ocean Microendontics

Westwood Family Dentistry

The Dental Docs

Stephens Dental

James R Eckstein DDS MD - RETIRED

Potente Anthony P DDS

Lawrence Addleson. DDS

New Smile Prosthodontics Dental office

Walnut Avenue Dentistry

Milberg Diane J DDS

Mercado Richard J DDS

Robert Adler Dentistry

Grand Legacy Dental

Zimmerman Ann Marie DDS

Paul Luczynski, DDS

Susie C. Kwok DDS

Affinity Dental Hillcrest

Brian K Oleksy DDS MD

Dr. Chelsea Richardson, DMD

Dr. Kennie Kwok, DMD

Dr. Timothy N. Collins, DDS

Erick Sato

McGann Oral Surgery

Stephen Tornay DDS

Dr. David Rens

Dr. Derek Havas

Dr. Jacob Taylor, DMD, MD

Dr. Kereshmeh Ahmadi

Evan A. Demko, DDS

Hillcrest Endodontics

Perfect Day Dental

Zakowski Joseph A DDS

Cameron M Stout DDS MS - Mission Hills Endodontics

Rancho Dental Group

Ruben Romero DDS

Urgent Dental Assistance

Dr. Babak Ariannejad DMD

Zakarian Andrew DDS

Mark Richey

Dr. Jose Castillo

Landau, David A. DDS

Cave Joseph R DDS

Marina Shapiro DDS

Brian T. Quesnell, DDS - Mission Hills Endodontics

My Sweet Tooth Dental

Dental Express