San Marcos, CA Dentists
Dental.me currently ranks 104 dental offices in San Marcos, CA (San Diego County). 67 have Google rating data across 10,991 reviews, averaging 4.57 stars. Current score leaders include Anitha Krishnan and Dr. Zachary Nelson. Featured placements remain separate from organic rank.
Last updated Aug 6, 2026 · How we rank →
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Dentists in San Marcos
Showing 1–15 of 104 · page 1 of 7Featured placements are labeled and shown separately. They do not affect the Dental.me Score or the organic ranking below.
The San Marcos dental market, by the numbers
A live read on how San Marcos’s 104 offices compare — unique to this city, drawn from the same data behind every practice profile.
Dental.me Score distribution
How San Marcos’s rated offices spread across score tiers.
Rating vs. California
Average Google rating across rated San Marcos offices.
San Marcos dental leaders
Two independent cuts of the same data — highest scored, and most reviewed.
Highest Dental.me Score
Top of the independent, non-paid ranking.
- Anitha KrishnanScore 98 · 5.0 ★ · 631 reviews
- Dr. Zachary NelsonScore 98 · 5.0 ★ · 567 reviews
- Pediatric Dentistry of San MarcosScore 97 · 5.0 ★ · 531 reviews
- Sun Smile Dental GroupScore 97 · 5.0 ★ · 477 reviews
- Mission Hills Family DentalScore 97 · 4.9 ★ · 438 reviews
Most reviewed offices
Largest Google review counts in San Marcos.
- Ingram Dental Corporation1,126 reviews · 4.7 ★
- Anitha Krishnan631 reviews · 5.0 ★
- Western Dental Services, Inc.623 reviews · 4.4 ★
- Dr. Zachary Nelson567 reviews · 5.0 ★
- Pediatric Dentistry of San Marcos531 reviews · 5.0 ★
Dental group profile matches in San Marcos
1 local profiles match the recognizable group names below. These are independent directory matches, not claims of affiliation.
Western Dental in San Marcos: Western Dental Services, Inc..
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Dental specialties in San Marcos
The largest supported local categories include Cosmetic Dentists (32), Orthodontists (23), Invisalign Dentists (23), Emergency Dentists (21).
Dental.me guides for San Marcos
Use these Dental.me guides and comparison hubs with the San Marcos directory to compare dentists, specialties, Dental.me Score, review signals, costs, insurance questions, and questions to ask before booking.
Guide links connect this city directory to the broader California and national Dental.me research library. Organic rankings use Dental.me Score; Featured placements stay separate from the ranked list.
Nearby cities
Nearby cities with dentists, by distance from San Marcos.
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Specialty categories help patients compare relevant offices, while each practice profile and its website, map, and phone details complete the path for appointments, insurance, and payment questions.
Common questions about dentists in San Marcos
Who are the highest-rated dentists in San Marcos, CA?
By Dental.me Score, the top-rated San Marcos dentists are Anitha Krishnan (Dental.me Score 98, 5.0 stars, 631 reviews); Dr. Zachary Nelson (Dental.me Score 98, 5.0 stars, 567 reviews); Pediatric Dentistry of San Marcos (Dental.me Score 97, 5.0 stars, 531 reviews). Across the city, 36 offices are rated 4.9 to 5.0. The ranked list above updates as new review data comes in.
Are dentists in San Marcos, CA good?
San Marcos's rated dental offices average 4.57 stars on Google - compared with a 4.57 California average, and 36 are rated 4.9 to 5.0. The Dental.me Score ranks them by star-rating strength and review volume so you can compare the strongest offices first.
Where can I find an emergency dentist in San Marcos, CA?
Dental.me connects 21 San Marcos offices to emergency dental care. Compare them on the Emergency Dentists in San Marcos page, or call one of the highly-rated offices above - many hold same-day slots for urgent tooth pain, broken teeth, and lost fillings or crowns.
Which areas of San Marcos have the most dentists?
San Marcos's dental offices are most concentrated in the 92078 (72 offices), 92069 (31 offices), 92708 (1 offices) ZIP codes. Use the ranked list and nearby-city links to compare offices by the area most convenient for you.
What dental categories are common in San Marcos, CA?
Common Dental.me categories connected to San Marcos profiles include General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentists, Orthodontists, Emergency Dentists, Pediatric Dentists. Category data helps organize local options and gives patients a faster way to compare offices by the type of care they are researching.
Which dental group profile matches are in San Marcos, CA?
Dental.me data connects San Marcos profiles matching recognizable dental group names including Western Dental (1). These are independent Dental.me directory matches; open the local profile to compare address, phone, website, ratings, hours where available, and correction options.
How many dentists are in San Marcos, CA?
Dental.me organizes 104 dental practice profiles in San Marcos, CA. 29 have at least one dentist named in Dental.me data. Each profile can be claimed or corrected to add detail.
How many San Marcos dentists have Google/Maps data, websites, or ratings?
In San Marcos, 72 practices have Google/Maps enrichment, 58 list a website, and 67 show a star rating. Dental.me uses those signals to make local comparison faster and more useful.
What dental specialties are in San Marcos, CA?
Dental.me data connects San Marcos practices with Cosmetic Dentists, Orthodontists, Invisalign Dentists, Emergency Dentists, Dental Implants, Pediatric Dentists. Specialty categories come from provider and business-profile data so patients can move from a broad local search into a focused comparison path.
How does Dental.me rank San Marcos dentists?
Organic results use Dental.me Score, an independent score built from star-rating strength, review-count confidence caps, exact review-count tie-breakers, and a limited verification lift. Profile completeness can help break close ties after the score. Featured placements are paid, clearly labeled, and never change the organic order.
What the San Marcos dental data shows
Of the 104 San Marcos offices in this directory, 67 (64%) have Google rating data, 58 (56%) publish a website, 58 (56%) include hours, and 29 (28%) connect at least one dentist name. Google/Maps enrichment currently covers 72 profiles (69%).
Rated San Marcos offices average 4.57 stars across 10,991 combined Google reviews, compared with 4.57 statewide. 36 local offices are rated 4.9 to 5.0, while 18 currently hold a Dental.me Score of 96 or higher.
Current score leaders: Anitha Krishnan (Score 98, 5.0 stars, 631 reviews); Dr. Zachary Nelson (Score 98, 5.0 stars, 567 reviews); Pediatric Dentistry of San Marcos (Score 97, 5.0 stars, 531 reviews). The city’s largest review sample belongs to Ingram Dental Corporation, with 1,126 Google reviews at 4.7 stars.
The three ZIP codes with the most listed offices account for 104 practices (100% of the city directory): 92078 (72), 92069 (31), 92708 (1).
Data snapshot: Aug 6, 2026. Counts come from Dental.me’s organized provider, practice, location, website, and Google/Maps business-profile data. See our verification methodology.