Business Details
26 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Dentist in Santa Monica, CA
Pacific View Smile Center has been dedicated to providing exceptional dental care to families in Santa Monica since 2000. Our practice combines advanced technology with a personalized approach, offering comprehensive solutions for patients of all ages. We prioritize listening to our patients to understand their unique needs, goals, and lifestyles, ensuring treatments that enhance both oral health and confidence.Our team, led by Dr. Kari Sakurai with 25 years of experience, specializes in general, cosmetic, and emergency dentistry. We emphasize patient education and preventive care while utilizing cutting-edge techniques for restorative and aesthetic procedures. Our commitment to community service and ethical standards has established us as a trusted leader in dental healthcare.
Services
Dental Implants
Teeth Whitening
Dental Crowns
Root Canal Treatment
Invisalign
Dentures
Botox Treatments
Dental Checkups
Emergency Dentistry
Smile Makeover
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized dental expertise from Dr. Kari Sakurai
- Our practice utilizes advanced dental technology for precise treatments
- We provide personalized care plans tailored to individual patient needs
- Emergency dental services available for urgent oral health issues
- Accepts major insurance plans and flexible payment options
What people say
Excellent quality care
Friendly and professional staff
Gentle and caring dentist
State-of-the-art technology
Painless procedures
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent solutions for missing teeth through titanium posts fused with jawbone. Our team performs comprehensive evaluations to determine candidacy and creates customized treatment plans. Patients benefit from restored chewing function, improved speech, and natural-looking aesthetics that maintain facial structure.
Teeth Whitening
Professional teeth whitening services remove deep stains and discoloration using advanced bleaching techniques. We offer in-office treatments for immediate results and take-home kits for gradual improvement. Our methods safely enhance smiles while minimizing sensitivity for long-lasting, natural-looking whitening effects.
Root Canal Treatment
Root canal therapy saves infected or damaged teeth through precise removal of affected pulp tissue. Our dentists use modern techniques to ensure comfortable procedures and restore tooth functionality. This treatment prevents extraction while eliminating pain and preserving natural dental structure.
Invisalign
Invisalign straightens teeth discreetly using custom-made, removable aligner trays. Our specialists create personalized treatment plans for correcting misalignment issues. Patients enjoy the convenience of nearly invisible orthodontics that allow normal eating and cleaning routines during treatment.
Dental Crowns
Custom dental crowns restore damaged or weakened teeth through durable, natural-looking restorations. We fabricate precise-fitting caps to protect compromised teeth, improve aesthetics, and maintain proper bite alignment. Crowns provide long-term solutions for structural integrity and functional dental health.
People
Kari L. Sakurai
Dentist
Dr. Kari Sakurai has 25 years of dental experience in Santa Monica. She graduated with honors from UC Irvine and earned her dental degree from UCLA. Specializing in general and cosmetic dentistry, she has held leadership roles at UCLA Medical Center and appeared on CBS's The Doctors. Dr. Sakurai focuses on patient-centered care and community service.
Lily Einstein
Dentist
Dr. Lily Einstein grew up in Santa Monica and earned her dental degree from Temple University. With experience in community dentistry, she specializes in treating patients with complex medical needs. Her gentle approach and preventive philosophy align with our practice's values. Dr. Einstein maintains active involvement in professional dental organizations.
Questions
What dental services do you offer?
We provide general dentistry, cosmetic treatments, emergency care, dental implants, Invisalign, teeth whitening, and specialized procedures for patients of all ages.
Do you accept dental insurance?
Yes, we accept most major dental insurance plans and assist with maximizing your benefits for all treatments.
Are you equipped for emergency dental care?
Our practice offers emergency dentistry services for urgent issues like tooth pain, broken teeth, and dental trauma.
What payment options are available?
We accept cash, checks, and major credit cards including American Express, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa.
Do you treat children?
Yes, we provide family-friendly dental care for patients of all ages, including pediatric examinations and treatments.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call us at (310) 304-1854 or use our online appointment request system to book your dental visit.
