Cosmetic Dentistry · San Diego, CA

Cosmetic Dentistry in San Diego

28 clinics · ranked by rating & reviews · updated 2026

Cosmetic dentistry covers the treatments people book to change how their smile looks - veneers, teeth whitening, bonding, smile makeovers and tooth-colored crowns. Most practices in this directory offer several of these under one roof, which matters because bigger smile plans are usually quoted as a package rather than per menu item. When comparing clinics, look at how they present their work: before-and-after galleries of their own patients, clear per-tooth or per-treatment pricing, and a consultation that ends with a written quote. Google review volume is a useful first filter - established cosmetic practices tend to have long review histories. Confirm treatment options and pricing at a consultation with a licensed dentist.

Below are 28 dental clinics offering cosmetic dentistry in San Diego, CA, ranked by Google review volume so you can start with the most established options and contact them directly. The most-reviewed is Greyling Dental (4.9★, 335 Google reviews).

Typical pricing in San Diego

Typical San Diego pricing: a single implant (implant, abutment and crown) usually runs $3,400-$7,200, porcelain veneers about $1,200-$2,500 per tooth, and Invisalign about $4,000-$7,500. Quotes in North County and Chula Vista often undercut La Jolla and downtown.

See our full guide to dental clinics in San Diego for local pricing and how to choose.

Top cosmetic dentistry clinics in San Diego

FAQ

Cosmetic Dentistry in San Diego - common questions

How many clinics offer cosmetic dentistry in San Diego? +

Tooth Compass lists 28 dental clinics offering cosmetic dentistry in San Diego, CA, ranked by Google review volume.

Who has the best-rated cosmetic dentistry in San Diego? +

By Google review volume, Greyling Dental is the most-reviewed cosmetic dentistry clinic in San Diego (4.9★, 335 reviews). Rankings follow review count, not paid placement.

How much does cosmetic dentistry cost? +

It depends on the treatment mix: in-office whitening typically runs $300-800, porcelain veneers about $900-2,500 per tooth, and crowns $800-2,500 each. Multi-treatment smile makeovers are usually priced as a package. Ask for an itemized written quote at a consultation with a licensed dentist.

How do I choose a cosmetic dentist? +

Look at before-and-after photos of the practice's own patients, Google review volume and rating, and whether the office provides a written treatment plan with itemized pricing. Comparing quotes from two or three consultations is normal and worth the time.

Does dental insurance cover cosmetic dentistry? +

Most plans treat purely cosmetic work such as whitening or veneers as elective and don't cover it, though restorative parts of a plan (like crowns) may be partially covered. Many practices offer financing or payment plans - ask what the office accepts when you book a consultation.

How much do dental implants cost in San Diego? +

A single dental implant (implant, abutment and crown) in San Diego typically runs $3,400-$7,200. All-on-4 full-arch treatment usually starts around $18,000-$22,000 per arch. These are typical ranges - confirm your itemized total at a consultation.

Should I consider Tijuana for dental work instead of San Diego? +

Tijuana clinics advertise implants at a fraction of US prices, and some are excellent - but the comparison should include multiple border crossings, follow-up and complication management, and warranty enforcement. Many San Diego practices price aggressively precisely because of that competition.

How do I choose a cosmetic or implant dentist in San Diego? +

For implants: a periodontist, prosthodontist or oral surgeon on the surgical stage, 3D imaging, itemized quote. For veneers: the dentist's own case portfolio and per-tooth pricing in writing. Review volume below is a good proxy for how established a practice is.

Which San Diego areas have the most dental clinics? +

La Jolla, Hillcrest and Mission Valley have the densest concentration, with strong cosmetic practices in Del Mar and Carmel Valley and affordable implant providers toward Chula Vista. The list below ranks the metro by reviews.

Cosmetic Dentistry in San Diego

Top cosmetic dentistry clinics in San Diego

Greyling Dental

Mission Bay Dental

Imperial Beach Dental Group

Sara Naderi, DDS

Cajulis Trilla R DDS

Cajulis Pediatric Dentistry

Cosmetic Dentistry Center

San Diego Denture & Implant Specialists

Dr. Alexander J. Corondoni, DDS

Otay Lakes Dental Care

Nicholas M. Gistaro

Gibson E Glenn DDS

Cowman Matthew S DDS

Putrus Waiel DDS

Dr. Pablo E. Liciaga, DDS

Happy Smiles Dentistry

Rabinovich Edward DDS

Unite Here Family Health & Dental Center

Coast Dental Care

Machado Lester DDS

Bowles Craig a DDS

Dr. Vivian K. Cavan, DMD

Dr. Lillian R. Liberto, DDS

Dean Van Nguyen, DDS

Dr. Jane S. Galang, DDS

Otay Lakes Smiles by G. Marquez

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

Universal Smiles

Cosmetic Dentistry in San Diego - common questions