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Best dentists in Encinitas, CA

From Encinitas Wiki, the independent guide to Encinitas, California

This page lists five dentists in Encinitas, California, chosen by a published method from public Google Maps data checked on November 9, 2026.[1] 5 of the five have addresses inside the city limits.[2] Ratings and review counts are shown as published on Google; this wiki does not write or edit reviews.

Selection rule: Businesses needed an address inside the Encinitas city boundary, a Google rating of 4.5 or higher from at least 25 reviews, and a matching business category. They are ordered by a review-weighted score that balances rating against the number of reviews. Full details are in the methodology.

Listings

1. Encinitas Ranch Dentistry

Family dental practice on North El Camino Real; describes modern technology and general family care on its website.

Address
285 N El Camino Real #210, Encinitas, CA
Phone
(760) 753-3533
Website
encinitasranchdentistry.com
Google rating
5.0 from 691 reviews[1]
Map
Google Maps listing

2. Willes Dental

General dental practice on North El Camino Real (Google category: dentist).

Address
257 N El Camino Real Ste b, Encinitas, CA
Phone
(760) 944-9600
Website
willesdental.com
Google rating
5.0 from 611 reviews[1]
Map
Google Maps listing

3. Dental Solutions of Encinitas

General and cosmetic dental practice on Santa Fe Drive.

Address
320 Santa Fe Dr #105, Encinitas, CA
Phone
(760) 436-9292
Website
dentalsolutionsofencinitas.com
Google rating
5.0 from 377 reviews[1]
Map
Google Maps listing

4. Breeze Family Dental

Family dental practice on Encinitas Boulevard (Google category: dentist).

Address
473 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA
Phone
(760) 634-2024
Website
mybreezefamilydental.com
Google rating
5.0 from 300 reviews[1]
Map
Google Maps listing

5. All Smiles Dental Studio

Family dental practice on South El Camino Real offering preventive through restorative care, per its website.

Address
207 S El Camino Real Ste D, Encinitas, CA
Phone
(760) 232-8878
Website
encinitasallsmilesdental.com
Google rating
5.0 from 268 reviews[1]
Map
Google Maps listing

Comparison

At-a-glance comparison
BusinessLocated inRatingReviewsPhone
Encinitas Ranch DentistryEncinitas5.0691(760) 753-3533
Willes DentalEncinitas5.0611(760) 944-9600
Dental Solutions of EncinitasEncinitas5.0377(760) 436-9292
Breeze Family DentalEncinitas5.0300(760) 634-2024
All Smiles Dental StudioEncinitas5.0268(760) 232-8878

Together the five listings have 2,247 Google reviews, with an average rating of 5.00.[1]

Of the five listings, 5 have Encinitas addresses.[3] Listed addresses cluster on El Camino Real, Encinitas Blvd, Santa Fe Dr. The most-reviewed listing is Encinitas Ranch Dentistry, with 691 Google reviews; the least-reviewed has 268.[1] Review counts reflect how long a business has been listed and how actively it asks customers for reviews, as well as customer satisfaction. Treat them as one signal among several.

Choosing a dentist in Encinitas

Most Encinitas dental offices are on the El Camino Real and Santa Fe Drive corridors in New Encinitas. When choosing a dentist:

  • Verify the licence. Dentists are licensed by the Dental Board of California. The Department of Consumer Affairs licence search shows status and any public discipline.[4]
  • Insurance and pricing. Ask whether the office is in-network for your PPO, or whether it offers a membership plan if you are uninsured.
  • Scope of care. Some practices handle implants, sedation or clear aligners in house; others refer out.
  • Emergencies. Ask how after-hours pain or broken teeth are handled.

Common questions

How often should I see a dentist?
Most adults are advised to have a check-up and cleaning about every six months, though your dentist may recommend a different interval depending on gum health and decay risk.
How do I know if a dentist is licensed in California?
Search the dentist's name in the Department of Consumer Affairs licence search, which covers the Dental Board of California and shows licence status and any public discipline.
What should I ask a new dentist?
Ask about insurance networks, emergency availability, what is included in a new-patient exam, sedation options if you are anxious, and whether specialists such as oral surgeons are on site or referred out.
What if I don't have dental insurance?
Many practices offer in-house membership plans that cover cleanings and exams for an annual fee, plus discounts on treatment. Ask for prices in writing.

See also

Notes and sources

  1. Google Maps business profiles (ratings, review counts, addresses, phones). Google Maps, retrieved November 9, 2026.
  2. TIGERweb: Encinitas city (GEOID 0622678). U.S. Census Bureau.
  3. Census Geocoder (coordinates to incorporated place). U.S. Census Bureau.
  4. License Search. California Department of Consumer Affairs.
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