Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Santa Barbara Dental Practice for Comprehensive Care
Since 2008, our dental practice has been dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized care to the Santa Barbara community. We prioritize patient well-being through tailored treatment plans, state-of-the-art technology, and a commitment to ongoing education in advanced dental techniques. Our team, led by Dr. Stefanie Lopez with over 20 years of experience, combines clinical expertise with compassionate service to ensure enduring dental wellness.We maintain clean, modern facilities and adhere to environmentally responsible practices, fostering trust through transparency and integrity. Our focus on individualized care extends to preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry, ensuring comprehensive solutions for every family.
Services
Preventive Care
Restorative Therapies
Aesthetic Dentistry
TMJ Therapy
Sleep Apnea Treatment
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of specialized dental expertise with advanced training in bioesthetic dentistry.
- Our practice utilizes state-of-the-art technology including clinical microscopes and Fotona dental lasers.
- We provide personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique oral health needs.
- Our team maintains rigorous sterilization protocols and environmentally conscious practices.
- We combine compassionate care with hundreds of hours of continuing education in modern dental techniques.
Associations and certifications
- Santa Barbara Green Certified Business
- Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine
What people say
Exceptional care
Friendly staff
Clean environment
Personalized treatment
Gentle procedures
Services
Preventive Care
Our preventive care services include comprehensive exams, oral cancer screenings, and customized dental cleanings. We use salivary testing to identify bacteria linked to periodontal disease and systemic health issues. Regular examinations help detect potential problems early, preventing invasive treatments while promoting overall wellness through tailored oral hygiene plans.
Restorative Therapies
We offer composite fillings, crown and bridge work, and implant restorations using master ceramists. Our microscopic dentistry approach with 20x magnification ensures precise defect detection. Laser technology eliminates traditional drilling in some cases, while digital scanners provide accurate impressions for durable, natural-looking restorations that restore both function and aesthetics.
Aesthetic Dentistry
Our cosmetic services include veneers, porcelain crowns, and composite bonding to enhance smiles. We utilize master ceramists to achieve natural results while offering teeth whitening and clear orthodontic options. Treatment plans prioritize both beauty and functionality, with options ranging from minor adjustments to comprehensive smile transformations tailored to individual preferences and oral health needs.
TMJ Therapy
We diagnose and treat temporomandibular joint disorders through comprehensive examinations and personalized treatment plans. Options include night guards, bite adjustments, and advanced therapies to address clenching, grinding, and jaw pain. Our approach focuses on restoring proper joint function and alleviating headaches while improving overall oral system stability and comfort.
Sleep Apnea Treatment
Our practice addresses sleep-related breathing disorders through custom oral appliances and laser therapy options. We collaborate with sleep medicine specialists to provide FDA-approved solutions for mild to moderate sleep apnea. NightLase laser treatments and intraoral devices help maintain airway patency, reducing snoring and improving sleep quality while addressing associated dental concerns.
People
Dr. Stefanie Lopez
Dentist
Stefanie Lopez, DDS graduated Cum Laude from UCLA School of Dentistry and completed hundreds of hours of continuing education. She specializes in bioesthetic dentistry, microscopic techniques, and dental sleep medicine while participating in international dental missions to provide care in underserved communities.
Grace Lopez
Office Manager
With over 25 years in dental administration, Grace brings compassionate patient care coordination to our practice. A Santa Barbara native, she ensures smooth operations while maintaining the warm, welcoming environment our patients appreciate during every visit.
Edith Rodriguez
Dental Hygienist
Edi brings 17 years of dental hygiene experience, emphasizing preventive care and patient education. She graduated from Fresno dental hygiene school and continues learning about oral health advancements while enjoying outdoor activities with her family and pets.
Faye Scheff
Dental Hygienist
Faye offers over 40 years of dental hygiene expertise, focusing on comprehensive oral health care. Recently relocated from the Bay Area, she combines extensive experience with a commitment to patient comfort and education during every hygiene appointment.
Juliette Monkarsh
Dental Assistant
Currently studying Biomedical Sciences at SBCC, Juliette brings a sociology background to patient care. As a future dental hygienist, she assists with procedures while gaining hands-on experience in our patient-centered dental practice environment.
Questions
What dental services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry including cleanings, fillings, veneers, TMJ therapy, and sleep apnea treatments using advanced technology.
Do you accept dental insurance?
We work with all PPO insurance plans and submit claims on your behalf, though we maintain no direct contracts with insurance providers to ensure treatment independence.
Are you accepting new patients?
Yes, we welcome new patients and prioritize timely appointments while maintaining our commitment to personalized care and thorough treatment planning.
What technology do you use?
Our practice utilizes clinical microscopes, Fotona dental lasers, digital scanners, and bioesthetic principles to deliver precise, comfortable, and long-lasting dental care solutions.
Do you treat children?
We treat patients of all ages but may refer children to pediatric specialists when appropriate, ensuring optimal care for every family member's specific needs.
What makes your practice unique?
Our combination of advanced technology, environmental responsibility, and personalized care with over 20 years of specialized expertise creates a distinctive patient experience focused on long-term oral health.
