Business Details
Located on West Portal Avenue in San Francisco, Anchor Dental is a welcoming, family-centered dental practice committed to excellence in oral health care. Led by Dr. Esra Salihoglu Yener, our clinic emphasizes prevention, education, and individualized treatment to support long-term dental wellness. Every patient is treated with care, respect, and attention to detail, reflecting our philosophy of holistic, patient-first dentistry.
With over 25 years of combined experience in general and cosmetic dentistry, we provide a full range of services tailored to every need. Preventive treatments include thorough checkups, cleanings, and fluoride applications to avert common dental issues. For restorative care, we offer fillings, crowns, bridges, root canals, dentures, and implant procedures. Our cosmetic offerings, such as teeth whitening, veneers, dental bonding, and clear aligners like Invisalign, help patients achieve their ideal smile. Periodontal therapy, including scaling and root planing, supports gum health, while our Dental Savings Plans deliver affordable care without traditional insurance. At Anchor Dental, we strive to create a serene, inviting atmosphere where every patient, child or adult, experiences attentive, compassionate dental care.
With over 25 years of combined experience in general and cosmetic dentistry, we provide a full range of services tailored to every need. Preventive treatments include thorough checkups, cleanings, and fluoride applications to avert common dental issues. For restorative care, we offer fillings, crowns, bridges, root canals, dentures, and implant procedures. Our cosmetic offerings, such as teeth whitening, veneers, dental bonding, and clear aligners like Invisalign, help patients achieve their ideal smile. Periodontal therapy, including scaling and root planing, supports gum health, while our Dental Savings Plans deliver affordable care without traditional insurance. At Anchor Dental, we strive to create a serene, inviting atmosphere where every patient, child or adult, experiences attentive, compassionate dental care.
Highlights and features
- We utilize modern digital technology for precise, long-lasting dental restorations.
- We offer same-day emergency appointments to address urgent oral health concerns.
- We prioritize patient comfort with gentle techniques and enamel-protecting whitening formulas.
- We provide personalized cosmetic treatments tailored to individual smile goals and facial features.
- We maintain rigorous safety and sterilization standards to ensure a secure treatment environment.
Services
Affordable Invisalign San Francisco
Invisalign at Anchor Dental offers a professional solution for teeth alignment without traditional braces. We start with an evaluation of your dental health, followed by digital modeling to design personalized aligners. The clear, smooth aligners are removable, promoting hygiene and convenience. Our dedicated team guides each patient through a tailored plan to achieve a straighter, more confident smile safely and effectively.
Preventive Care
Anchor Dental delivers personalized preventive dentistry focused on long-term oral wellness. Our services include meticulous cleanings, examinations for decay or gum disease, and targeted recommendations for home care. Utilizing modern dental technology, we ensure precise assessments and early intervention, reducing the likelihood of more extensive treatments in the future while maintaining your smiles health and appearance.
Restorative Dentistry
Our restorative dentistry at Anchor Dental prioritizes precision, comfort, and durability. Using advanced digital imaging and high-quality materials, we customize crowns, bridges, inlays, and implant-supported restorations to fit your bite and oral health needs. Each procedure is conducted with attention to detail, ensuring a natural look, proper function, and long-lasting results that support your overall dental well-being.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Anchor Dental specializes in cosmetic dentistry procedures that enhance both the look and performance of your teeth. From in-office whitening to porcelain veneers and clear aligner therapy, our treatments correct issues like chips, stains, and misalignment. We prioritize individualized care and precision, ensuring that every smile we design meets the highest standards of aesthetics, comfort, and longevity for optimal patient satisfaction.
Implant Dentistry
Our practice provides expert implant dentistry designed to rebuild smiles with lasting results. Through careful imaging and examination, we plan the optimal placement of titanium implants that fuse naturally with the jawbone. Once healing is complete, custom restorations are attached, ensuring that patients regain both the appearance and strength of natural teeth while maintaining proper jaw alignment.
Teeth Whitening
Anchor Dental offers expert teeth whitening solutions that enhance your smile while protecting enamel. Our services include both in-office treatments for immediate improvement and take-home kits for gradual whitening. Every approach is supervised by our dentists and adapted to each patients unique needs. You can achieve noticeable results safely and maintain a naturally bright, healthy appearance over time.
Reviews (9)
Sally Currie
Nov 20, 2025
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My confidence was inspired and I am hopeful that my problems with getting a comfortable partial at a previous dentist can be resolved.
Louisette Basa
Nov 19, 2025
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The facility is well-maintained and organized, the hygienist is gentle and provides valuable tips on maintaining healthy dental habits, and previous concerns regarding insurance claims were addressed promptly and resolved satisfactorily.
Mp Bassi
Nov 17, 2025
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Dr. Yener is a wonderful highly competent dentist who cares about her patients well being. She takes the time to understand the patients wants, needs and budgetary restrictions. Her support staff is second to none. Highly recommend.
Jim Kirk
Nov 08, 2025
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Teeth cleaning was very good especially because my teeth and gums are very sensitive, and the dental practitioner did an excellent job as well as making me feel comfortable. Dr. Yener performed examination following cleaning and was very knowledgeable about my history and recommended to me various options for ongoing dental care.
Patricia O'Connor
Nov 02, 2025
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Very caring dentists and staff. Procedures are explained thoroughly. A bright fresh atmosphere, too. The billing and insurance are explained in detail, so no surprises following treatment. I recommend this practice highly.
Ardan Arac
Jul 03, 2025
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Wonderful Doctor. I've been looking for a dentist in the San Francisco area and I feel very lucky to have found Dr. Yener. She used to be the instructor at Harvard Dental school teaching the craft of dentistry to those students. No wonder why she is so thorough and efficient at the same time. Highly recommended.
Miranda Gold
May 09, 2025
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I have had the privilege of going to Anchor Dental and seeing all dentists here over the past 5 years. They display and execute consistent professionalism, precision, and compassion with an overall trusting and relaxed experience and environment. They are also accommodating, proactive, and exemplify sincere care and operational excellence for their patients. I always walk out from my appointments grateful and well taken care of.
Sarah B.
Oct 18, 2022
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I know I am in such good hands here. Dr Hallisy and Johnson are kind, honest and professional. I feel 100% at ease in this office and highly recommend it!
Cheri W.
Oct 21, 2015
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Dr. Hallisy and her staff are wonderful. I have high anxiety with dentist, and they are all friendly, gentle and accommodating. All my procedures were done quick and painless. I highly recommend this office.