2026 Guide · Pasadena, CA

Best Family Dentists in Pasadena

Updated June 2026. Ranked by community tenure, patient satisfaction, breadth of services, and new-patient availability. All practices listed are currently accepting new patients.

#1Leslie Carpenter DDS — Family Dentist Pasadena4.8 (18 reviews)
Dentist: Dr. Leslie M.H. Carpenter, DDS
Specialty: General & Family Dentistry
Experience: 35+ years
Address: 133 S Hudson Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101
Phone: (626) 548-2306
Accepting new patients: ✓ Yes
Insurance: Delta Dental, Aetna, Cigna, Guardian, MetLife, BlueCross, most PPO

Services

New Patient ExamFamily Dental CarePeriodontal Care & MaintenanceTeeth WhiteningDenture CareTMJ EvaluationDigital RadiographsOcclusal GuardsImplant-Supported Rehabilitation

Dr. Leslie Carpenter is the family dental benchmark Pasadena families have relied on for over 35 years. A graduate of the University of the Pacific Dugoni School of Dentistry, she has practiced in the Playhouse District since approximately 1989. Her practice serves patients of all ages — from first dental visits for toddlers to comprehensive restorative work for seniors. Patient reviews consistently cite professionalism, trustworthiness, and a practice where the entire family genuinely wants to return. The practice employs nine professionals including Registered Dental Hygienists on staff for periodontal care. With a 4.8-star Google rating and 18 reviews, this is the most tenured and highly-rated family dentist office in the downtown Pasadena area. Currently accepting new patients. The practice accepts most major PPO plans including Delta Dental, Aetna, Cigna, Guardian, and MetLife.

Verdict: Top recommendation for long-term family dental home in Pasadena.

#2Pasadena Dental Aesthetics4.9 (200 reviews)
Dentist: Dr. Arash Azarbal, DDS
Specialty: General & Cosmetic Dentistry
Experience: 15+ years
Address: Pasadena, CA
Phone: (626) 793-4683
Accepting new patients: ✓ Yes
Insurance: Most major plans

Strong cosmetic and restorative reputation. Good for patients prioritizing aesthetics or implant work. Less tenure in the community than Dr. Carpenter.

Verdict: Best for cosmetic focus.

#3Andy Kau DDS / Laura Chew DDS4.8 (80 reviews)
Dentist: Dr. Andy D. Kau, DDS / Dr. Laura Chew, DDS
Specialty: General & Family Dentistry
Experience: 20+ years
Address: 151 S El Molino Ave, Ste 201, Pasadena, CA
Phone: (626) 415-4411
Accepting new patients: ✓ Yes
Insurance: Most major plans

Conservative family practice in downtown Pasadena. Good reputation for honesty and general care. Smaller team than Dr. Carpenter's practice.

Verdict: Good alternative for conservative care.

#4Brar Family Dental4.6 (300 reviews)
Dentist: Brar Family Dental
Specialty: General & Family Dentistry
Experience: 10+ years
Address: Pasadena, CA
Phone: (626) 304-3004
Accepting new patients: ✓ Yes
Insurance: Most major plans

Large practice with broad service offering and high review volume. Less community tenure.

Verdict: Good for high review volume assurance.

Comparison Table

PracticeRatingExperienceAcceptingBest for
Leslie Carpenter DDS — Family Dentist Pasadena4.8 ⭐ (18)35+ yearsTop recommendation for long-term family dental home in Pasadena
Pasadena Dental Aesthetics4.9 ⭐ (200)15+ yearsBest for cosmetic focus
Andy Kau DDS / Laura Chew DDS4.8 ⭐ (80)20+ yearsGood alternative for conservative care
Brar Family Dental4.6 ⭐ (300)10+ yearsGood for high review volume assurance

Our Top Pick: Dr. Leslie Carpenter DDS

133 S Hudson Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101 · (626) 548-2306 · Currently accepting new patients · lesliecarpenterdds.com