5 Pasadena dental practices compared on 1,776 public reviews, verified credentials, and services.
Quick answer
Our top ranked dental practice in Pasadena, California is Dr. Bert Funatsu, DDS, rated 5.0 out of 5 across 330 public reviews. Other top choices include Dr. Alejandro Echeverry, DDS and Dr. Jaehun Cho. Pasadena has a population of about 139,731, and the 5 strongest local practices are compared on this page.
Behind every healthy smile in Pasadena, California is a dentist worth keeping, and this list helps you find one. We compared local dental practices on review scores, review volume, registry credentials, and the treatments they offer. What follows is our honest ranking of the top options in Pasadena.
Across the 5 top practices we highlight in Pasadena, patients can access general dentistry. The Pasadena practices on this list average 15 years in practice, with Dr. Michael Khanchalian, DDS among the most established at 21 years. Listed offices serve several parts of the city, including the 91105, 91104, 91106 ZIP areas. Together these practices hold 1,776 public Google reviews, led by Dr. Jaehun Cho with 490. The average rating across this Pasadena list is 5.0 out of 5.
Own a practice in Pasadena?
Put your office at the top of the Pasadena page, clearly labeled as sponsored, in front of patients choosing now.
General Dentistry
Offering general dentistry in Pasadena, a well established practice with 20 years of experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 across 330 public Google reviews.
General Dentistry
A Pasadena dental office focused on general dentistry, a well established practice with 20 years of experience. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 325 public Google reviews.
General Dentistry
Provides general dentistry for Pasadena families, serving patients for 6 years. Rated 5.0 out of 5 across 490 public Google reviews.
General Dentistry
Known in Pasadena for general dentistry, serving patients for 7 years. Rated 5.0 out of 5 across 447 public Google reviews.
General Dentistry
Offering general dentistry in Pasadena, a well established practice with 21 years of experience. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 184 public Google reviews.
Ratings on this list run from 4.9 to 5.0, review counts from 184 to 490, and registry records from 6 to 21 years.
| Rank | Practice | Google rating | Reviews | Years on record | Services |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dr. Bert Funatsu, DDS | 5.0 | 330 | 20 | General Dentistry |
| #2 | Dr. Alejandro Echeverry, DDS | 4.9 | 325 | 20 | General Dentistry |
| #3 | Dr. Jaehun Cho | 5.0 | 490 | 6 | General Dentistry |
| #4 | Top Dental Pasadena | 5.0 | 447 | 7 | General Dentistry |
| #5 | Dr. Michael Khanchalian, DDS | 4.9 | 184 | 21 | General Dentistry |
5 of the 5 Pasadena 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.
Ranked on this Pasadena list?
Grab the free badge for your site so new patients can see where you placed in Pasadena.
The practices we list in Pasadena, California average 5.0 stars. That is above nearby Monterey Park (4.9) and Arcadia (4.9).
| City | Average rating | Practices ranked | Top pick |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasadena | 5.0 | 5 | Dr. Bert Funatsu, DDS |
| Alhambra | 5.0 | 5 | Dr. Edward Onruang, DDS |
| Monterey Park | 4.9 | 5 | Alhambra Dentist - The Perfect Smile |
| Arcadia | 4.9 | 5 | Dr. Maria Luisa Co, DDS |
Your oral health is closely tied to the health of the rest of your body. Dentists in Pasadena, California do preventive work like cleanings, restorative work like fillings and crowns, and much in between. Twice a year visits keep issues small and give the dentist time to plan any bigger work carefully.
General Dentistry5 of 5 listed practices
A general dentist handles the routine care most people need, from cleanings and exams to fillings and crowns. In Pasadena, offered by Dr. Bert Funatsu, DDS, Dr. Alejandro Echeverry, DDS, Dr. Jaehun Cho and 2 more.
Treatments available in Pasadena today look very different from a decade ago. Read about recent advances and what to ask your Pasadena dentist.
Our Pasadena, California ranking is editorial, not paid: each practice is scored on reviews, review volume, registry credentials, experience, and online presence. Sponsored spots are labeled and never change the organic order.
Read our full ranking methodologyWeigh experience
Among the 5 practices listed in Pasadena, California, registry records show an average of 15 years in operation, and 3 have been on record for 15 years or more. Dr. Michael Khanchalian, DDS has the longest record at 21 years. Experience matters most for complex work such as implants or root canals.
Check what patients say
The listed Pasadena, California practices hold 1,776 public Google reviews between them, with an average rating of 5.0. A score backed by many reviews, like the 490 for Dr. Jaehun Cho, tells you more than a perfect rating from a handful of patients. Notice how the office replies to criticism, not just to praise.
Match services to what you need
Every practice on this Pasadena, 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.
Think about location
The practices here are spread across 4 ZIP codes (91105, 91104, 91106, and 91101). Check parking and opening hours before you book.
Try a cleaning first
Start small in Pasadena, California: book a checkup, see how the staff treat you, and only then commit to bigger treatment.
A first visit to a Pasadena, California dental office is mostly about getting to know your mouth. The dentist usually takes X rays, checks each tooth, screens your gums, and looks for early signs of trouble. You leave with a written plan, an estimate for any work, and a recommended schedule for the next visit.
Dental costs in Pasadena, California depend on the treatment and on whether you have insurance. Routine care is the affordable part; restorative and cosmetic treatment is where costs climb. Many Pasadena offices offer financing for larger treatment, so it is worth asking.
Before you commit to a dentist in Pasadena, California, a few direct questions tell you a lot about the practice.
Dr. Bert Funatsu, DDS holds the number 1 spot on our Pasadena list, with a 5.0 star Google rating from 330 reviews. Dr. Alejandro Echeverry, DDS ranks second with a 4.9 rating.
Dr. Jaehun Cho has the most public Google reviews among the practices we list in Pasadena, with 490. Across all 5 listed practices there are 1,776 reviews in total.
In Pasadena, California, the 5 rated practices we list average 5.0 out of 5 on Google, and the highest rating is 5.0.
Of the practices we list, Dr. Michael Khanchalian, DDS has the longest record in the national provider registry, at more than 21 years. The average across the list is 15 years.
The Pasadena practices we list are in ZIP codes 91105, 91104, 91106, and 91101. The biggest cluster is in 91105, with 2 of the 5.
Each of the 5 Pasadena, California practices here was scored on the same factors: Google rating, number of reviews, national provider registry records, experience, and a working website. The highest scores make the list.
No. A practice can buy a clearly labeled sponsored spot on the Pasadena, California page, but the organic order is set only by our scoring.
Are you a dentist?
Claim your spot at the top of your city.