Dentists in Oakland, CA

Oakland, CA has 62 dental practices listed on UrgentCareLocations, including general dentists, pediatric dentists, cosmetic dentists, and oral surgeons.

Lavorini Dental Care is the listed dental practice closest to the center of Oakland, about 0.1 mi away. The list above shows verified practices first, then the rest by distance from the city center.

Many dental practices accept the major dental plans, such as Delta Dental, Cigna, Aetna, MetLife, Guardian, United Concordia, Humana and BlueCross BlueShield dental plans, but networks differ from practice to practice and change often. Call the practice to confirm it takes your plan, and ask about Medicaid if you need it.

Many dental practices accommodate same-day emergencies (broken teeth, severe pain, lost fillings) when called in advance. For after-hours dental emergencies, contact the practice directly; many have an on-call rotation.

Yes. 2 pediatric dentists in Oakland specialize in caring for children, infants, and teens. Pediatric dentists complete additional training in child-specific behavior and development.

3 cosmetic dentists in Oakland offer services like teeth whitening, veneers, bonding, and full smile makeovers. General dentists in Oakland may also offer many cosmetic procedures.

A routine dental cleaning in California typically costs $75–$200 without insurance, and is often covered at 100% by dental insurance plans (preventive care). New-patient exams with X-rays usually run $150–$350 self-pay.

Many dental practices accept new patients, though availability varies. Call the practice directly or check their website to confirm. Pediatric and specialty practices may have longer waitlists than general dentistry.

Many dentists work with third-party financing options like CareCredit, LendingClub, or in-house payment plans for major procedures (crowns, implants, braces). Ask the practice about their financing options when scheduling.

A dentist provides general oral health care: cleanings, fillings, crowns, extractions. An orthodontist completes 2-3 additional years of training specifically in correcting tooth alignment and bite issues using braces, Invisalign, and other appliances. See orthodontists in Oakland for braces and aligner specialists.

General dentists routinely perform root canals, crowns, fillings, and extractions. Complex root canals may be referred to an endodontist, and oral surgeons handle wisdom teeth removal and dental implants.