5 Palo Alto dental practices compared on 1,736 public reviews, verified credentials, and services.
Quick answer
Our top ranked dental practice in Palo Alto, California is Dr. Chad Abed, DDS, rated 5.0 out of 5 across 372 public reviews. Other top choices include Dr. Kris Hamamoto, DDS and Dr. Shachi Bahl, DMD. Palo Alto has a population of about 66,642, and the 5 strongest local practices are compared on this page.
When it is time to choose a dentist in Palo Alto, California, a short, honest list beats scrolling through dozens of ads. We reviewed dental practices across Palo Alto, California and ranked them on patient reviews, verified credentials, and range of care. You get the strongest Palo Alto dental practices first, with the reasoning made plain.
Across the 5 top practices we highlight in Palo Alto, patients can access general dentistry. The Palo Alto practices on this list average 17 years in practice, with Dr. Chad Abed, DDS among the most established at 20 years. Listed offices serve several parts of the city, including the 94301, 94306 ZIP areas. Together these practices hold 1,736 public Google reviews, led by Dr. Adrienne Joy, DMD, MSD with 413. The average rating across this Palo Alto list is 4.9 out of 5.
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Offering general dentistry in Palo Alto, a well established practice with 20 years of experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 across 372 public Google reviews.
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Provides general dentistry for Palo Alto families, a well established practice with 20 years of experience. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 388 public Google reviews.
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General dentistry in Palo Alto, delivered by serving patients for 19 years. Rated 5.0 out of 5 across 243 public Google reviews.
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General dentistry in Palo Alto, delivered by serving patients for 8 years. Rated 5.0 out of 5 across 413 public Google reviews.
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A Palo Alto dental office focused on general dentistry, serving patients for 19 years. Rated 4.8 out of 5 across 320 public Google reviews.
Ratings on this list run from 4.8 to 5.0, review counts from 243 to 413, and registry records from 8 to 20 years.
| Rank | Practice | Google rating | Reviews | Years on record | Services |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dr. Chad Abed, DDS | 5.0 | 372 | 20 | General Dentistry |
| #2 | Dr. Kris Hamamoto, DDS | 4.9 | 388 | 20 | General Dentistry |
| #3 | Dr. Shachi Bahl, DMD | 5.0 | 243 | 19 | General Dentistry |
| #4 | Dr. Adrienne Joy, DMD, MSD | 5.0 | 413 | 8 | General Dentistry |
| #5 | Dr. Amrit Singh, DDS | 4.8 | 320 | 19 | General Dentistry |
5 of the 5 Palo Alto practices on this page are matched to their record in the US National Provider Identifier registry, and 5 carry a public Google rating. Details were last reviewed on August 27, 2026.
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The practices we list in Palo Alto, California average 4.9 stars. That matches the nearby cities shown here.
| City | Average rating | Practices ranked | Top pick |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palo Alto | 4.9 | 5 | Dr. Chad Abed, DDS |
| Mountain View | 4.9 | 5 | Dr. Joseph Cassara, DDS |
| Redwood City | 4.9 | 5 | Dr. Shabnam Mahzoon, dds |
| Sunnyvale | 4.9 | 5 | Dr. Steven Bo, dds |
Your oral health is closely tied to the health of the rest of your body. General dentists in Palo Alto, California focus on prevention and everyday treatment, watching your gums and jaw over time. Staying on a regular schedule helps you keep your natural teeth for life.
General Dentistry5 of 5 listed practices
General dentistry covers checkups, cleanings, cavity treatment, and the long term upkeep of your teeth and gums. In Palo Alto, offered by Dr. Chad Abed, DDS, Dr. Kris Hamamoto, DDS, Dr. Shachi Bahl, DMD and 2 more.
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We rank Palo Alto, California practices on review quality and volume, national provider registry records, years in practice, and online presence. Paid placements are always marked as ads.
Read our full ranking methodologyCheck how long each practice has been around
Among the 5 practices listed in Palo Alto, California, registry records show an average of 17 years in operation, and 4 have been on record for 15 years or more. Dr. Chad Abed, DDS has the longest record at 20 years. Experience matters most for complex work such as implants or root canals.
Look at review volume
The listed Palo Alto, California practices hold 1,736 public Google reviews between them, with an average rating of 4.9. A score backed by many reviews, like the 413 for Dr. Adrienne Joy, DMD, MSD, tells you more than a perfect rating from a handful of patients. Recent comments about staff and comfort are often the most telling.
Check the services on offer
Every practice on this Palo Alto, California list focuses on general dentistry, so for specialist work such as braces or implants you may be referred to a specialist nearby. Ask about referrals on your first call.
Consider the commute
The practices here are spread across 2 ZIP codes (94301 and 94306). Being close by matters most if you have kids or need several visits for one treatment.
Try a cleaning first
Start small in Palo Alto, California: book a checkup, see how the staff treat you, and only then commit to bigger treatment.
Knowing what happens at a first visit in Palo Alto, California takes the nerves out of booking one. Expect a review of your medical history, a set of digital X rays, and a full exam of your teeth and gums. A good office will explain everything in plain language before anything is scheduled.
What you pay for dental care in Palo Alto, California comes down to the procedure and your coverage. Cleanings and exams are usually covered in full, while crowns, implants, and braces involve a larger share. Get a written estimate from your Palo Alto dentist before any major procedure.
Use these questions on your first call to a Palo Alto, California dental practice to avoid surprises later.
Dr. Chad Abed, DDS holds the number 1 spot on our Palo Alto list, with a 5.0 star Google rating from 372 reviews. Dr. Kris Hamamoto, DDS ranks second with a 4.9 rating.
Dr. Adrienne Joy, DMD, MSD has the most public Google reviews among the practices we list in Palo Alto, with 413. Across all 5 listed practices there are 1,736 reviews in total.
In Palo Alto, California, the 5 rated practices we list average 4.9 out of 5 on Google, and the highest rating is 5.0.
Of the practices we list, Dr. Chad Abed, DDS has the longest record in the national provider registry, at more than 20 years. The average across the list is 17 years.
The Palo Alto practices we list are in ZIP codes 94301 and 94306. The biggest cluster is in 94301, with 3 of the 5.
We scored 5 Palo Alto practices on patient reviews, review volume, registry verified credentials, years in practice, and online presence, then ranked them. Dr. Chad Abed, DDS came out on top.
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