Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Dental Care Provider in Santa Barbara, CA
Dentistry in Paradise has been serving the Santa Barbara and Goleta community since 1973, dedicated to creating optimal smiles and improving dental health in a relaxing environment. Our practice combines decades of experience with advanced dental technology, including CEREC same-day crowns and diode laser treatments for periodontal care. Dr. Kevin Miller, a graduate of UC San Francisco School of Dentistry and member of the American Dental Association, leads our team with a commitment to personalized care developed through his residency at the Veterans Affairs Hospital.We specialize in comprehensive services ranging from preventive care and cosmetic dentistry to restorative treatments like dental implants and dentures. Our mission emphasizes both technical excellence and patient comfort, reflected in our welcoming atmosphere and patient testimonials praising our professional yet friendly approach. We maintain affiliations with major insurance providers and prioritize transparent communication about treatment options and oral health education.
Services
Dental Exams
Teeth Whitening
Dental Implants
Porcelain Veneers
Root Canal Therapy
Pediatric Dentistry
Orthodontic Treatment
Dentures
Crowns
Periodontal Care
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized dental care developed through 15+ years of local practice experience
- Our team utilizes advanced technology including CEREC same-day crowns and digital imaging
- We provide comprehensive treatment plans addressing both cosmetic and functional needs
- Our staff maintains active memberships in major dental professional organizations
- We create comfortable patient experiences with wireless headphones and overhead monitors
Associations and certifications
- American Dental Association
- California Dental Association
What people say
Professional and caring
Friendly staff
Painless procedures
Excellent results
Welcoming atmosphere
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent tooth replacement solutions that restore both function and aesthetics. Our process involves precise surgical placement of titanium posts that integrate with jawbone tissue over several months. Ideal for patients missing one or more teeth, this treatment prevents bone loss while offering stability superior to traditional dentures. Our team utilizes advanced imaging technology to ensure optimal implant positioning for long-term success.
Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers transform smiles by covering stained, chipped, or misaligned teeth with thin ceramic shells. This minimally invasive procedure requires two visits for preparation and bonding. Veneers resist staining better than natural enamel while maintaining a translucent appearance that mimics biological teeth. Our practice specializes in creating customized veneer shapes and shades that complement each patient's facial features and skin tone.
Root Canal Therapy
Root canal therapy saves infected or damaged teeth through precise removal of inflamed pulp tissue. Using rotary instrumentation and advanced disinfection techniques, we clean and seal root canal systems to eliminate infection. Most procedures complete in one visit with local anesthesia, followed by placement of a protective crown. Our approach minimizes post-operative discomfort while preserving natural tooth structure that would otherwise require extraction.
Teeth Whitening
Professional teeth whitening services deliver brighter smiles through customized treatment plans. We offer both in-office power bleaching and take-home tray systems with dentist-formulated gels. Our treatments effectively address extrinsic stains from food, beverages, and smoking while minimizing tooth sensitivity. Patients receive detailed maintenance instructions to prolong whitening results and maintain optimal oral hygiene.
Periodontal Disease Treatment
Comprehensive periodontal care addresses gum disease at all stages using diode laser technology and scaling/root planing techniques. Early intervention prevents progression from gingivitis to advanced periodontitis that causes bone loss. We emphasize patient education about home care modifications while monitoring tissue response through regular maintenance visits. Treatment plans integrate with restorative procedures to ensure long-term dental stability.
People
Kevin Miller
Dentist
Dr. Kevin Miller, a Santa Barbara native, graduated Magna Cum Laude from Cal Poly before earning his DDS from UC San Francisco. He completed a VA Hospital residency covering implants and oral surgery, joining Dentistry in Paradise in 2008. Now sole owner, he maintains memberships in the American Dental Association and California Dental Association while prioritizing personalized patient care.
Margarita
Dental Assistant
Margarita supports dental procedures with over a decade of experience in clinical settings. She assists with patient preparation and instrument sterilization while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere for anxious visitors.
Hattie
Dental Hygienist
Hattie specializes in preventive care with expertise in periodontal assessments and patient education. She performs thorough cleanings while explaining oral hygiene techniques tailored to individual patient needs.
Magali
Practice Administrator
Magali manages office operations with a focus on patient scheduling and insurance coordination. Her administrative leadership ensures smooth practice workflow while maintaining compassionate patient communication.
Sonia
Dental Hygienist
Sonia provides professional cleanings and gum disease prevention services. She emphasizes patient education about home care routines while maintaining meticulous documentation of periodontal health metrics.
Questions
What dental insurance plans do you accept?
We accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Cigna, Delta Dental, Humana, MetLife, and United Healthcare. Contact our office for verification with other providers.
Do you offer emergency dental services?
We prioritize urgent cases and typically accommodate same-day appointments for dental emergencies like severe pain or broken teeth.
What cosmetic dentistry options are available?
We offer teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, bonding, crowns, and smile makeovers to address discoloration, chips, and alignment issues.
Are dental implants suitable for everyone?
Most patients with sufficient bone density qualify for implants. We conduct thorough evaluations using 3D imaging to determine candidacy for this permanent tooth replacement solution.
How can I prepare for my first visit?
Complete new patient forms online beforehand and bring insurance information. Expect a comprehensive exam, digital X-rays, and personalized treatment recommendations during your initial appointment.
What technology improves patient comfort?
We provide overhead entertainment monitors with wireless headphones and offer nitrous oxide sedation to enhance comfort during dental procedures.
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